The Diary didn't mention the final outcome of the superweapon developed using the Tesseract, leaving Nick Fury in the dark.
But if the Insight Project became a reality now, would Nick Fury still fear the threat of New Mexico?
Even if it might not be able to deal with Asgard's ultimate weapon, the Destroyer, it would still give them a great deal of confidence, wouldn't it?
The development of superweapons must also be put on the agenda!
However, the development of superweapons is not something that can be done overnight.
Even with the vast resources currently possessed by S.H.I.E.L.D., it's actually quite a challenge.
After all, in this world, top-tier scientists like Tony Stark are still too rare.
Although unwilling to admit it, Nick Fury had to concede.
His only current hope for a superweapon project was actually Ivan Vanko's Whiplash exoskeleton device!
And with Nick Fury's methods,
it wouldn't be difficult to completely extract Ivan Vanko's technology and create a Whiplash Special Forces Team.
Nick Fury believed that it wouldn't be long before he could turn this idea into reality.
That's not a problem.
The only issue is that the Whiplash Special Forces Team can't satisfy Nick Fury's appetite!
Besides the Whiplash exoskeleton, Nick Fury needs to develop weapons powerful enough to truly deal with extraterrestrial threats.
For example, the Insight Project!
Nick Fury really wants to know what the Insight Project is!
And what kind of opportunity did the other him seize to develop such an effective plan?
But, unfortunately...
Because he lacks the necessary related experiences, Nick Fury can't grasp any clear clues right now.
The development of super weapons still needs to be considered in the long run; there's no rush.
However, Nick Fury can take corresponding measures regarding another matter right now.
He didn't waste any time and once again summoned the ever-reliable Coulson.
"Coulson, I have a mission for you."
"I need you to arrange for some people to be stationed in New Mexico."
Nick Fury immediately issued this order to Coulson.
"What is the target to be infiltrated?"
"And, how long should we stay hidden?"
After a moment's thought, Coulson asked Nick Fury these two crucial questions.
"At some point in the future, a hammer will fall from the sky in New Mexico."
"But no one knows exactly when that hammer will fall, or where it will land."
"And that's why I've called you here."
Under Coulson's gaze, Nick Fury explained the details of the mission to him.
???
A few question marks appeared on Coulson's forehead; he was a bit bewildered by Nick Fury's words.
A hammer... falling from the sky?
How could a hammer fall from the sky? The words "hammer" and "falling from the sky" were completely unrelated.
Even put together, it felt a bit off.
However, Coulson knew that since his superior had given such instructions, he must have grasped some concrete information.
And without a doubt.
This hammer must also be related to something supernatural, definitely not an ordinary object.
"Sir, what kind of hammer is it?"
Coulson asked again.
"This point, I also cannot tell you."
Nick Fury expressed "I don't know either" in an unfathomable and high-class manner.
"Understood, sir!"
Coulson nodded, not asking any further questions.
"Besides that, there are two other people I need you to keep an eye on."
Nick Fury then gave Coulson another order.
He wanted him to secretly keep tabs on the two key figures who had encountered Thor.
Jane Foster and Daisy.
Coulson didn't ask any questions about this order.
Since the director decided to monitor these two people, he must have his own reasons.
As a subordinate, he just needed to faithfully carry out the tasks assigned by the director; he didn't need to know what he shouldn't know.
"Alright, you can go now."
Nick Fury waved his hand, dismissing Coulson.
He knew, of course, that given the Diary's records of Hydra's infiltration, his arrangements would likely be leaked.
The information would reach Hydra.
But this was unavoidable.
After all, Nick Fury's personal resources were extremely limited; he couldn't handle every situation personally, could he? He would only consider using his own resources for truly core and important matters.
And clearly, the situation in New Mexico wasn't one of them.
Because if Thor's hammer really did land there, causing a "crazy spectacle" in New Mexico...
If the Destroyer had nearly destroyed New Mexico, Hydra couldn't possibly have been unaware!
There was no need to keep this matter secret from Hydra.
"Hill!"
Not long after Coulson left.
Nick Fury, after some thought, summoned another of his confidantes, Agent Hill.
However, this time, Nick Fury didn't give Agent Hill any important tasks.
He only asked her to act as his driver.
It was unclear what Nick Fury was thinking; even though she was a top agent with a higher rank than Coulson, he always asked her to do errands for him.
However, Hill didn't complain at all and got the car started without hesitation.
"Sir, where are we going?"
Agent Hill, in the driver's seat, turned her head and asked Nick Fury, who was lazily sitting in the passenger seat.
"Stark's place."
Vroom!
The car started smoothly.
About forty minutes later.
Nick Fury arrived at Tony Stark's luxurious villa, right in front of the playboy.
"Stark, you look much better than last time."
Nick Fury gave the playboy a meaningful look with his one eye.
And it was the truth.
The last time Nick Fury came to see Tony Stark, Tony Stark's body had already been poisoned by the palladium element.
Although it hadn't reached a very serious level, it still had a great impact on his body.
He was not like this now, looking refreshed and full of energy.
"Nick Fury, the Director of S.H.I.E.L.D., what do you want this time?"
Tony Stark didn't bother with Nick Fury's small talk. "I've already said, I'm not interested in your Avengers Initiative."
"Really?"
Nick Fury's expression didn't change, but he changed the subject with a meaningful tone, "So, what about what happened in New Mexico?"
Swoosh!
Then Nick Fury clearly saw that Tony Stark's expression immediately changed slightly.
Although the playboy concealed it very well and quickly adjusted his emotions.
But standing in front of the playboy was a head agent!
How could he possibly hide it from Nick Fury's eyes?
Even if Nick Fury only had one eye!
Confirmed!
No doubt about it!
Tony Stark was one hundred percent another Diary holder!
Nick Fury was now certain.
If he hadn't read the Diary, a normal person would have shown confusion upon hearing him suddenly mention New Mexico.
Rather than the surprise and astonishment Stark displayed, it seemed he hadn't expected me to be so direct.
It was obvious that he already knew about what happened in New Mexico!
"You're actually talking about Thor, aren't you?"
Stark raised an eyebrow, his gaze also becoming profound.
"Okay, let's stop this pointless probing, because I know you possess a magical Diary that no one but yourself can see."
"And I know you know that I also possess such a magical Diary."
"So, why don't we just be upfront and talk, how about that?"
Nick Fury shrugged, no longer playing those word games, and chose to lay his cards on the table with Stark.
"Of course I know you know I know. You have a Diary just as magical as mine."
Since Nick Fury had put it that way, the playboy naturally stopped feigning ignorance. "Not just you. That undercover agent you sent to me, Black Widow, she has one too, right?"
"That's right. Natasha has a Diary as well."
"That's also why I sent her to be undercover with you."
Nick Fury didn't deny it, because denying it now was pointless. "Because only the holder of a Diary can confirm whether or not you actually have one."
"So, you sent Coulson to the Arctic to 'bring back' Captain America because of the information in the Diary?"
"I believe you were there at the time for the same reason."
After a simple "interrogation" between the two parties, the previous deviations from the Diary's spoilers were all well explained.
"So, Stark, can we talk about what's happening in New Mexico now?"
"Unless you can just stand by and watch the Destroyer, oh, the Destroyer of Asgard, destroy that town."
After a brief silence, Nick Fury spoke again, confidently addressing Tony Stark.
Nick Fury believed that the playboy couldn't possibly ignore such a thing!
Just as the playboy couldn't ignore those terrorist organizations using Stark Industries' weapons to destroy the world.
Although the public generally perceived Tony Stark as extremely self-centered, arrogant, and conceited…
Nick Fury understood that was just a facade.
Deep down, Tony Stark still had a "sense of justice".
Tony Stark was speechless.
Although this feeling of being controlled and seen through made him very uncomfortable,
the playboy had to admit that Nick Fury was right.
After analyzing the Diary, and figuring out that New Mexico might be destroyed by the Destroyer, Tony Stark did indeed intend to stop it.
He really couldn't just stand by and do nothing!
"I've had Jarvis monitor everything happening in New Mexico."
"If anything happens there, the Destroyer will rush over immediately."
Tony Stark informed Nick Fury of some of his arrangements. "I believe you should have made corresponding arrangements as well."
"That's right. I've already sent people to that town, but you and I both know, that's far from enough."
Nick Fury's expression became serious as he spoke.
Tony Stark couldn't argue with that.
Zhou Cheng had compared several Destroyers in his Diary, clearly pointing out the vast differences between them.
In Zhou Cheng's words, even if his own Destroyer stood there and let the Asgardian Destroyer attack, it wouldn't be able to break through its defenses.
And the other Destroyer could easily take it down in just a few blows!
In other words.
They weren't even on the same level!
Even if Tony Stark was arrogant and cool, he wouldn't think that he could truly stop the Asgardian Destroyer and prevent the disaster in New Mexico with his Destroyer armor.
"What about adding that "old man" who slept for seventy years? Don't tell me you haven't considered him."
"Even with him, it probably still wouldn't be enough, right?"
"Besides, the Hulk?"
"If he went, New Mexico might be in danger of being destroyed, and the Destroyer wouldn't even need to arrive."
"Your two subordinates, Black Widow and Hawkeye? I hate to be blunt, but they're just ordinary agents."
"So, you must have another plan or trump card. Just say it!"
Tony Stark's eyes were deep, as if he had read Nick Fury's mind, save for a certain devilish aspect.
"I do have a plan, and I do have a trump card, but I'm not sure if that trump card can work."
Facing the playboy's gaze, Nick Fury nodded inscrutably.
"Seriously? You're going to play coy at a time like this?"
"It's you! I'm talking about you, Stark!"
Nick Fury interrupted Tony Stark, his expression serious. "My trump card... is you!"
"I'm not exactly flattered by that. It actually creeps me out a little."
"Being targeted by a spy chief isn't exactly a pleasant experience."
"I'm starting to wonder if I should even listen to what you have to say next."
"My gut tells me it's probably not going to be good news."
Tony Stark was slightly surprised, then quickly began to complain.
"Stark, I want to invite you to study the Tesseract."
Nick Fury didn't pay any attention to Tony Stark's complaints, instead, he gave the playboy a serious invitation.
This was also a decision Nick Fury made after careful consideration.
The most crucial and core element in developing super weapons using the Tesseract was a top-tier scientist.
Just any top-tier scientist wouldn't do; it had to be someone like Tony Stark, the absolute best.
So, instead of going through the trouble of finding such a scientist, it was better to just go directly to Tony Stark.
After all, Tony Stark was also a Diary holder and knew what kind of threats the world would face in the future.
Naturally, he would understand the importance and necessity of super weapons better than anyone else.
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