[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-starting-from-warhammer-to-raid-the-all-heavens":3,"chapter-starting-from-warhammer-to-raid-the-all-heavens-starting-from-warhammer-to-raid-the-all-heavens-chapter-55":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Starting from Warhammer to Raid the All Heavens",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2277828,4456,"Chapter 55: Obey Orders, Not Imperial Summons","starting-from-warhammer-to-raid-the-all-heavens-chapter-55",55,"\u003Cp>In 1963, was there something special happening?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alvin carefully recalled, but he simply couldn’t remember.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He hadn’t been a professional Marvel researcher in his past life; how could he possibly recall which events happened in which year?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially not 1963, a vaguely unfamiliar year.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kennedy’s assassination?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No no no, it couldn’t be something so trivial—it had to be something like an alien invasion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unable to recall anything, Alvin could only pin his hopes on the ‘Navigator System,’ hoping it might detect useful clues.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet when he pulled the medal from the iron box and the system’s detection result appeared before his eyes, he was left dumbfounded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Detected Item: ????】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【A medal bearing some special symbolic meaning】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>【Energy available: 0 units】\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s the same as saying nothing at all?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alvin was frustrated—give me some use, Navigator System!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Valthus, on behalf of S.H.I.E.L.D., I sincerely hope you’ll join the Avengers Initiative.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Alvin accept the medal, Fury exhaled slightly, his tone softening and becoming earnest: “Joining S.H.I.E.L.D. won’t restrict your freedom; on the contrary, it will grant you many benefits you can’t even imagine.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“For example?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing there were benefits, Alvin instantly perked up—he wasn’t sleepy anymore if this was the topic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“For instance, the ‘Walter Group’ you co-founded with Norman,” Fury smiled, his gaze meaningful: “Though we don’t yet know the company’s main business, we can guess its purpose is to evade the military’s attention, correct?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re quick—only two days, and you’ve dug up all this?” Alvin wasn’t surprised at all; if S.H.I.E.L.D. couldn’t do this, it would’ve been disbanded long ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Thank you for the compliment—it’s only a small part of S.H.I.E.L.D.’s capabilities.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Clearly, Fury had considerable confidence in S.H.I.E.L.D.’s intelligence work: “Rest assured, Mr. Valthus, we investigated your background solely for security reasons and won’t cause you or Walter Group any harm.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s fine. I don’t care.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alvin regarded Fury with a knowing look and said casually: “Even if Walter Group fails, I can just find another partner.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In truth, if he couldn’t find Hydra, he’d rather cooperate with them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, Norman still had to follow the law, so his research progress couldn’t possibly move fast—but with Hydra, it wouldn’t just be a leap forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“The benefit I’m offering is that once you join S.H.I.E.L.D., you no longer need to fear the military.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury tossed out his first bait: “S.H.I.E.L.D. answers to the World Security Council. The U.S. military has no authority to investigate S.H.I.E.L.D. Your actions will be recognized as acts safeguarding global and human security, and S.H.I.E.L.D. can even vouch for you when necessary.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Not enough.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet facing Fury’s bait, Alvin didn’t even hesitate—he simply shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how good it sounded now, when trouble came, S.H.I.E.L.D. would cut ties faster than you could blink—that was their standard practice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, Fury had more prepared. Watching Alvin still unmoved, he crossed his hands and smiled: “Then let’s make a deal, Alvin.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, he didn’t call him “Mr. Valthus” anymore—he used “Alvin” directly, signaling a closer distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Interesting. Go on.” Alvin’s interest was fully piqued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury grinned like a man revealing his final card: “We don’t require you to join the Avengers Initiative. But when necessary, we may summon you for a mission—you can choose to accept or refuse. In return, we’ll pay you accordingly. How about it?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alvin pondered, then suddenly understood—it was exactly “obey orders but not imperial summons.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, on this basis, S.H.I.E.L.D. granted him tremendous freedom: he could accept or refuse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at Fury’s sly, cunning face, like an old fox, Alvin finally got it—his expression turned strange: “So from the start, this was your real plan?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I’d say I prepared two versions of this pitch, hoping to convince you to join the Avengers Initiative.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To be fair, Fury was truly the king of spies for decades—his ability to read people and pinpoint their weak points with such precision made him a true old fox.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“With such an excellent offer, I have no reason to refuse, do I?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since S.H.I.E.L.D. had made major concessions, Alvin naturally wouldn’t refuse—after all, for him, the benefits far outweighed the drawbacks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury rose calmly, adjusting his coat buttons, and extended his hand with a smile: “Welcome to S.H.I.E.L.D., Mr. Alvin Valthus. I’m Nick Fury.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“No need for formality—it’s about the money,” Alvin replied, reaching out to shake his hand firmly, grinning wryly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If there’s a mission later, I’ll have Romanov contact you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having achieved today’s goal, Fury had no intention of staying longer. He turned and waved to Black Widow. When she approached, he said seriously: “Agent Romanov, you’re temporarily responsible for liaising with Alvin. Any needs, just tell Agent Romanov.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unaware of it, his words caused Black Widow’s calm expression to suddenly turn from pale to flushed—she was already considering whether to resign.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Director, shouldn’t you reconsider?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Black Widow felt she’d been restrained enough—if she had to stay near this guy for days, she’d go insane.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Agent Romanov, trust your professionalism.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fury comforted his trusted subordinate with solemnity: “Clint’s occupied with something important these days, so I’m counting on you. You’re my most trusted agent—I know you can handle this. When it’s over, I’ll give you a long vacation to rest properly.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Classic workplace PUA—Alvin, listening beside him, nearly felt sick and shuddered involuntarily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes, I’ll… try my best.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Black Widow’s expression was complex, powerless—she could only sigh inwardly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s fine. I’m very gentle. Just endure it a little.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alvin patted Black Widow’s shoulder, wearing a suggestive smile: “So, over the coming days, I hope we can ‘get along well.’”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He deliberately stressed the last words, causing Black Widow’s face to crumble.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then Fury took Coulson and left, driving off in the S.H.I.E.L.D. vehicle, leaving Black Widow alone, stunned and bewildered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Let’s go, Miss Natasha.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alvin pulled out his keys from his pocket and tossed them to Natasha, who was still dazed beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Wait, what do you mean?” Black Widow instinctively caught the keys, blinking in confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Starting today, you’re my secretary. Any problem?” Alvin turned to look at her, his tone calm: “No more talk—head to Oscorp.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Can I refuse?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Black Widow’s eye twitched, gripping the keys tightly as ten different murder methods flashed through her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sure. I’ll call Fury right now.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying this, Alvin pretended to reach for his phone: “I’ll ask him what he meant—said you’d help me, but now you won’t even drive.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“...No need to call. I’ll drive.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Black Widow gritted her teeth, her facial muscles trembling—she was clearly about to explode.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Wait, stop the car.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Suddenly, Alvin in the backseat spoke seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s the matter?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Black Widow looked puzzled, but soon understood why they had to stop.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Boom!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manhole cover ahead suddenly exploded, shooting dozens of meters into the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately, a dark shadow burst out and crashed onto the ground with a thunderous thud!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The violent tremor made the two in the car feel the shaking clearly; cracks spread across the surrounding pavement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The culprit was a massive, humanoid lizard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Its gray-green skin and shaved head looked hideous—as if, during humanity’s evolution, it was the one left behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Alvin!!!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The lizard-man opened his bloody maw, glaring at Alvin in the car, roaring in fury!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You know him?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Black Widow suddenly felt a touch of schadenfreude, glancing at Alvin in the backseat: “Looks like he’s here for you. Want to get out and chat?”\u003C\u002Fp>",1229,"2026-06-20T00:45:41.385Z",1,"Qwen3-Next 80B","ba64d29c0c35e466bdd0e708e4dcefb02945194b5793b2239fc790d6aa939e0b","starting-from-warhammer-to-raid-the-all-heavens-chapter-56","starting-from-warhammer-to-raid-the-all-heavens-chapter-54",588,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstarting-from-warhammer-to-raid-the-all-heavens-cover.jpg"]