337 Chapter: 337
"Baymax, quickly cut off Green Goblin's transmission!"
Mark urgently gave the command to Baymax because when he turned his attention back to the TV screen, the scene being played was the truth that he had struggled to convey to Tony.
The video was quite blurry, obviously dated, and shot under poor nighttime lighting conditions.
However, in the footage, each person's facial features could still be discerned clearly. The details of both Bucky, the perpetrator, and Howard, the victim, were particularly distinct under the illumination of the streetlights.
Disturbed by Captain's departure, Mark refocused on the TV just to witness Bucky completing the double homicide of the Howard couple. He knew that even if he tried to stop it now, it was already too late.
Unless Tony happened to be absent from the room and didn't see this revelation video, Tony would undoubtedly know the truth by now.
"Master, I have successfully severed the transmission and added a firewall to the hotel's network system."
"Damn it, where did Norman Osborn get this video? And it seems he's also found the trigger phrase to control the Winter Soldier, causing Bucky to lose the self-awareness he painstakingly regained.
These were supposed to be Zemo's tasks. Even if I altered some fates, this still happened in the end! And in this blindsiding manner…"
The current situation was indeed enough to make Mark exasperated. The catalyst for a civil war had emerged, Captain had left the hotel to rescue Bucky and T'Challa, and there was no immediate way to explain things to Tony.
Coupled with the fact that Captain's actions had already violated the provisions of the "Seoul Accords," the United Nations would surely attack them, making this the worst-case scenario for the entire Avengers Alliance.
Green Goblin's series of actions had further pushed the already unstable Avengers to the brink of collapse.
...
"Where's Captain? Why hasn't he shown up? And Sam and Wanda aren't also in the hotel either. Does anyone know what's going on?"
Green Goblin's reappearance and provocation had ignited collective anger among the Avengers, especially Tony. He not only had to deal with the trouble caused by Green Goblin but also faced a sudden revelation of an enemy who killed his parents.
To swiftly address the collective and personal problems at hand, Tony immediately called everyone together for research and discussion.
However, he realized that the three dissenting members who had opposed signing the accord were all absent. His gaze turned to the assembled group, seeking answers.
"Captain saw the video released by Green Goblin, showing his friend Bucky Barnes and T'Challa in danger, so he went to rescue them.
As for Wanda and Sam, they've been unhappy with the state of the Avengers for a while. We're not sure if they went to track down Green Goblin or went with Captain to help him rescue them."
Mark didn't conceal anything and directly informed Tony of the truth.
Tony: "Jarvis, help me confirm the locations of the three individuals through hotel and road surveillance."
"Understood, sir."
"Alright, now we need to make a difficult decision. Just a moment ago, I was communicating with officials from the United Nations, hoping they would allow us to participate in the operation to capture Green Goblin.
They agreed, but the condition is that we must publicly sign the agreement in front of the media before joining the operation.
Unexpectedly, right after I hung up the phone, the situation with Green Goblin emerged. Captain and his team directly violated the terms of the agreement we painstakingly negotiated with the UN representatives.
Given this situation, Captain Steve Rogers, Falcon Sam Wilson, and Scarlet Witch Wanda Maximoff will also become our targets for pursuit.
Because they have violated the Accords, we must stop them before they take further actions, or else they will become wanted criminals on the United Nations' list!"
"But Tony, Captain and Bucky Barnes..." Natasha hesitated to speak but was interrupted by Tony.
"I know, they are childhood friends who grew up on the same block and comrades on the WWII battlefield, but that is by no means a justification for violating the accords. It would put our entire team at a disadvantage.
Furthermore, the fact that Bucky Barnes, a hero who was once thought to have perished, not only survived but also became a killing machine under Hydra's control, responsible for the deaths of my parents…"
At this point, a thick flame of hatred and anger flickered in Tony's eyes. Mark knew that if he didn't try to temper Tony's anger at this moment, the rupture between the two leaders of the Avengers might become inevitable.
"Dad, I have something to say about Bucky."
"What is it? Hurry up, we need to act swiftly to prevent the situation from escalating further," Tony urged.
"Howard and Maria were killed by Bucky. I've known about this for a while.
When Hydra attempted to dominate the world through their Insight project, I discovered Bucky's whereabouts. He was dispatched to assassinate Nick Fury.
After finding him, I began investigating his records and uncovered his true identity, as well as the various missions he carried out as the Winter Soldier.
Later, I managed to take control of him and bring him back to my lab, where I realized he was under powerful Hydra brainwashing. He had almost lost his original sense of self.
It was after I had Baymax diagnose him and tailor a treatment plan that he regained his memory and personality.
The reason I didn't tell you about this right away is because I was worried that his presence would create conflicts between Captain and you, and that wouldn't be advantageous for the entire Avengers. So, I chose to keep it hidden.
I also hope that in the upcoming actions, Dad, you can control your emotions and not let hatred blind your eyes, allowing inner anger to dictate your actions. If you and Captain end up at odds, it could have a significant impact on our entire group."
"If today's incident hadn't happened and I unexpectedly learned the truth, how long were you planning to hide it from me?" Tony asked Mark with a complex expression after hearing his confession.
"Not for long. I told Captain about Bucky's situation not long ago, hoping we could find a solution together. After external conditions stabilize a bit, I plan to be honest with you."
"So, Rogers already knows about this? Before me? You disappoint me, Mark," Tony closed his eyes and sighed deeply.
When he opened his eyes again, his gaze became even more resolute: "Avengers, the operation has begun. When facing Captain and his team, don't take it lightly. Give it your all to subdue them. This is for their own good. Let's go!"
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