Chapter 1073: Dear friends and family, you have to pay extra!

Time drifted by, and several years passed.

Sebastian, who had intended to start a war back then, was now secretly plotting his next move.

Zhang Cheng had long been aware of this, but he didn't want to ask too much, because no matter what Sebastian did, it was nothing more than children playing house!

To Hydra, Sebastian's plan was, at most, child's play.

During these few years, quite a few things had happened, namely that Logan had ultimately been toyed with by Stryker until he became a fool, turning into Wolverine!

However, this couldn't be blamed on Logan; after all, Stryker's methods could be considered quite brilliant.

First, he used love as a hostage, then used transformation as a premise, and finally slowly tricked Logan into the trap.

As a bystander, Zhang Cheng did not stop Stryker's actions because he knew that if Logan didn't go through these things, he would only ever be Logan, not Wolverine!

Walking in from outside the door, James said with a serious face, "Boss, there's a call from Hydra; they need you to take it!"

Hearing James say this, Zhang Cheng tapped the table and said, "Transfer it in!"

Before long, when Baron Zemo's voice rang out, Zhang Cheng said, "Hail Hydra!"

"Hail Hydra!"

Also saying these words, Baron Zemo said, "The Super Soldier Serum has been developed by S. H. I. E. L. D. Did you know?"

"When did this happen?"

Speaking with suspicion, Zhang Cheng frowned.

Because he had already raised his own experimental success rate to one hundred percent, yet S. H. I. E. L. D. had only just succeeded over there—what was going on?

Could it be that someone had been suppressing the progress of the experiment all along?

Thinking of this, the first person Zhang Cheng guessed was Howard, because only he would be this "kind."

If it were Ross and the others, they probably would have grabbed people for experiments to push progress long ago.

After all, for the military, experimental failure was never a problem, because as long as one succeeded, they would have a super soldier!

"Howard is alive, it's too dangerous. Zhang, you must find a way to settle this matter and get rid of him!"

Speaking to Zhang Cheng, Baron Zemo couldn't help but become serious.

"Howard? But he is my dear friend and brother!"

A look of difficulty appeared on his face, and Zhang Cheng couldn't help but feel bitter at this moment.

Because he really couldn't bear to send Howard away. The Far East Group in San Francisco and the Stark Group in New York were known as the two poles of the military-industrial empire; they mainly developed missiles, while here, it was human mechanical modification!

It was hard to say which had the advantage, but when it came to the level of danger, the Far East Group could immediately pull out dozens of types of biochemical weapons!

Their main style was: it doesn't matter if I live or die, but you must die!

It was precisely because the Far East Group's technology tree had been crooked all these years that Howard was very melancholy, because how could a military-industrial group mess around with biochemical weapons!

Tesla: My research results are all in the Far East!

Zhang Cheng: Is this something that can be said?

Howard: Huh?

"For the sake of Hydra, this is something you must do, otherwise let me do it!"

Speaking angrily, Baron Zemo was truly annoyed.

Because as one of the leaders of Hydra, Baron Zemo was truly baffled; S. H. I. E. L. D. could attack anyone, so why did they have to chase him!

This was also why Baron Zemo wanted Howard dead, because the weapons he researched truly beat him just like MacArthur—that year, I stood with my hands in my pockets, and was beaten until I knelt on the ground begging for mercy!

"Zemo, you know my relationship with Howard. You have to pay extra. And you have to include your Moonstone!"

Speaking to Baron Zemo, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but tilt his head back, appearing very heartbroken.

Because his "good friend" Howard could still help him fight for benefits at the last moment; he was truly too dedicated!

"I can give you the research results from these years, but the Moonstone is out of the question!"

Hearing Zhang Cheng say this, Baron Zemo was stunned for a few seconds, then quickly reacted.

Because this wasn't him being unable to bear parting with Howard; he was coveting his own research results!

As leaders of various branches, Hydra was also split from within.

Zhang Cheng controlled Zola's branch, which included Crossbones and others, as well as Alexander Pierce and others.

But Zemo's portion was something he couldn't control.

That was why Zhang Cheng wanted the things Zemo had mastered over these years.

As for why Zhang Cheng didn't just snatch them, it was because he hadn't found the opportunity!

Ever since the last leadership meeting, everyone had been hiding very carefully, which resulted in Zhang Cheng having no chance to tip off S. H. I. E. L. D., which was truly frustrating.

When all the Hydra leaders were dealt with by "S. H. I. E. L. D.," then as the leader, he would naturally become the supreme leader!

He would be Hydra, and Hydra would be him!

"Deal. When will you arrange the action? If you don't send people to participate, I'll do it myself!"

Having received Baron Zemo's answer, Zhang Cheng was already rushing to prepare for Howard to die.

Although this was very unrighteous, he didn't even have the word "righteousness" in his vocabulary!

Shocked while on the phone, Baron Zemo hesitated for a long time and said, "Two days later, I will have people wake up the Winter Soldier!"

"Is that so? Then I'm looking forward to it!"

Hearing Baron Zemo's words, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but squint his eyes.

As Hydra's number one male model, with the Winter Soldier Bucky's strength, beating up Howard and his wife, this old couple, should be no problem, right?

However, although he said that, Zhang Cheng still planned to oversee the battle personally.

After all, what if Howard didn't die? Then how would he take over Baron Zemo's research results!

Howard: Dear friend and brother?

Zhang Cheng: He already paid extra, what else do you want me to do?

In the pitch-black night, Howard and his wife took a car away from the villa, carrying a box, heading towards S. H. I. E. L. D.

And the thing inside the box was precisely the only remaining Super Soldier Serum.

For this kind of thing, even if it were placed in front of Zhang Cheng, he wouldn't want to bend down to pick it up, because it was completely meaningless.

"There are three escort vehicles, and there are quite a few S. H. I. E. L. D. agents in the dark..."

Looking into the forest, James explained.

"Do it. Quick battle, quick decision. Remember to let the Winter Soldier do the cleanup, otherwise that guy Zemo will think we're acting!"

Speaking indifferently, Zhang Cheng smoked a cigarette, his eyes full of coldness.

His life was like walking on thin ice; even if he couldn't reach the other side, he wouldn't let others live well either!

"Boom, boom, boom!"

Violent explosions rang out, and the operation began.

Appearing from the darkness, Bucky held heavy firepower and directly began a large-scale sweep.

Looking at the flames rising in the distance, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but squint his eyes and say, "As expected of a tool hidden by Zemo, truly a cold-blooded killer!"

"Boss, don't you feel even a little bit of guilt in your heart?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng, James asked.

"Guilt? Do you think I'm worthy of having that thing?"

Looking at James beside him, Zhang Cheng raised his eyes and said, "For me, a person's feelings are just because the price isn't high enough! Otherwise, I would have done it myself long ago!"

Speaking of this, Zhang Cheng watched on the screen as the Winter Soldier Bucky smashed a fist into Howard's face.

Turning around and walking into the darkness, Zhang Cheng tilted his head and said, "Time to go take over our research results. Pierce will handle the rest!"

"Yes, Boss!"

Watching Zhang Cheng leave, James couldn't help but say, "He really is even more ruthless than us vampires!"

"Didn't you already know that?"

Looking at James with suspicion, Victor complained.

(End of chapter)