Chapter 73 Chicken Wrap!?
Based on Finney's impression of Nick Fury, his personality could be best described in two words:
a contrarian .
He was suspicious of everyone, and when he got really into it, he even doubted himself. Therefore, Finney thought that if he used the 'Golden Grand Evolution Technique' in conjunction with the effect, it would definitely make Nick Fury doubt the authenticity of the oath.
He didn't need to completely believe it; just making him suspect it might be true was enough. Finney didn't intend to hide his identity forever. Once his strength reached a certain level, he wouldn't care whether it was S.H.I.E.L.D. or Hydra.
The pain, though only lasting three seconds, felt rather long to Nick.
It wasn't the physical pain, but rather the surprise and unexpectedness of this situation. This feeling of things always being beyond his control made him very uncomfortable.
"Looks like you're thinking something unpleasant!"
Silently dispelling the 'Golden Grand Evolution Technique' that had given him a three-second heart attack, Finney calmly said, "I think you'd better keep your oath."
"As long as you keep the agreement, the oath's effect will disappear."
"Can any oath be valid?" Nick, unaware that Finney was actually using the 'Golden Grand Evolution Technique' to trick him, instead inquired about the ability.
"Can the effect of breaking the oath be modified?"
Tony, standing nearby, was still unclear about what had happened. He only saw Nick's expression change, and Nick clutch his chest before Finney said those words.
"Don't overthink it. This is a special case; it can't be used casually."
Finney was genuinely afraid Nick would ask him to help make someone swear an oath. He didn't possess any real contract abilities, so he quickly changed the subject:
"Let me introduce myself again. My name is Finney Hellscythe, a college student."
Finney extended his hand, smiling broadly, his sunny and handsome appearance seemingly harmless.
"Nick Fury, Director of S.H.I.E.L.D."
Only then did Nick realize that he hadn't actually introduced himself yet, but Finney had already called him by name.
Like Tony, Nick Fury felt that Finney was shrouded in mystery, and the more he got to know him
, the more astonishing he became. "Remember, only you know my identity. Don't register it with S.H.I.E.L.D., and don't tell anyone else."
This was actually the main reason Nick swore the oath; he didn't want his family's life to be affected.
Nick's face was dark, revealing no emotion, but he was clearly in a bad mood.
"Where did you get these abilities?" Nick wasn't dwelling on that; he was more concerned about how Finney had acquired them.
"Born,"
Finney answered without changing his expression. He was reborn with a system, so this was absolutely the truth.
Tony, realizing that Finney didn't want to reveal much information, didn't press the matter. He was still pondering the oath he had just made; judging from Nick Fury's reaction, the oath seemed to be effective.
Nick Fury clearly didn't agree with this answer, but they had only just begun to get to know each other, and he didn't want to strain the relationship.
"I need to know what your abilities are."
Nick decided to first conduct a danger assessment of Finney, as this would determine how useful Finney could be to him.
"Hmm, you have a suit of armor with pretty good defensive capabilities that you can equip at any time," Finney told Nick, counting on his fingers. "You can fly, and you can make chicken wraps."
"Wait, chicken wraps!?"
Nick Fury was taken aback.
"Here, have a taste."
Since explaining was too much trouble, Finney demonstrated on the spot, casually summoning two 'Vivian Chicken Nuggets Rolls' and handing one to Nick Fury and Tony each.
Seeing the 'Vivian Chicken Nuggets Rolls' suddenly appear in Finney's hands, Nick's understanding of Finney was once again refreshed.
Turning the steaming chicken nugget roll over and over in his hand, Nick didn't know what to say for a moment, but after taking a bite, a delicious smile couldn't help but appear on his face, which hadn't smiled in years.
Although it looked a little awkward…
actually, this was an effect that the 'Vivian Chicken Nuggets Roll' had recently evolved into.
After so much time, feeding such a large group of people every day, the 'Vivian Chicken Nuggets Roll's' proficiency had increased rapidly every day.
But it seemed that the production speed of three per second was the skill's limit, so the evolution of the 'Vivian Chicken Nuggets Roll' extended to the food itself.
Those who ate the 'Vivian Chicken Nuggets Roll' would easily experience a sense of pleasure.
Therefore, the food seemed to be given a soul, becoming more delicious and addictive, almost like being drugged. Finney couldn't help but recall the system's description of 'Vivian Chicken Nuggets Roll'.
"I can make three of these in a second, no ingredients, no energy. As long as I'm not working 24/7, I can provide them continuously."
If Nick Fury could find him a place where 'Vivian Chicken Nuggets Roll' would be a bestseller, Finney would be overjoyed. This was his easiest and most proficient skill.
He was curious to know what 'Vivian Chicken Nuggets Roll' would eventually become if it could continue to evolve.
But Nick Fury remained silent, neither agreeing nor refusing. After the initial excitement, he immediately noticed something amiss. He dared not let Finney act recklessly before understanding whether this thing had any side effects.
Seeing that Nick didn't say anything, Finney sighed in disappointment and continued, "Then there's the teleportation portal. Within New York City, I can open portals to teleport to most places."
"Then the fire circle you came from?"
Nick asked.
"A teleportation portal!" Finney glared at Nick and corrected him. What fire ring? Although it did look similar, this was top-tier spatial ability, incredibly difficult to learn!
Nick didn't dwell on this question, but instead inquired carefully about the ability: "Are there any limitations? What's the maximum distance? How long does it last? What's the range? Can it only teleport people?"
Hearing these questions, Finney felt a headache coming on. He suddenly wondered if his previous decision had been a mistake.
"For now, it can only be used within New York City and areas I'm familiar with. In the future, the range might expand. The maximum duration is ten minutes, and the diameter is about two meters. As long as the size is appropriate, there are no restrictions."
Finney answered carefully, only mentioning about one-fifth of the maximum range, since his magical talent in Kamar-Taj wasn't particularly impressive.
"Then there's the Flame Blast from today. You saw its power, but you can only unleash one."
Finney recalled the brutal battlefield of the day, his face darkening slightly. In truth, besides his name being exposed, a large part of his willingness to approach Nick Fury today was also due to this battle.
Although he knew he couldn't be a superhero, Finney couldn't bear to stand idly by and watch the city crumble, people lose their homes and lives.
He hadn't been able to stop the Avengers from unfolding in time.
His approach to Nick Fury was partly motivated by a hope that if the Chitauri army did invade Earth, the casualties could be reduced.
But failure wouldn't matter; he was just trying. Even if New York was bombed, as long as his loved ones were safe, he wouldn't be too devastated.
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