103 Chapter 103: Coach Steve
"Fifty-eight times, Steve wins!"
"Fifty-nine times, Steve wins!"
"Sixty times, Steve wins!"
Watching Oaks being knocked down by Steve once again, Carter Slade, who had taken over for Matt who had returned to school, loudly shouted out this shameful number without any reservation.
Well, there's no shame in losing sixty times in a row to Captain America—
After all, this guy is a super-soldier proficient in all combat techniques.
In close-quarters combat, how many levels would a druid need to surpass a warrior without being transformed?
Not to mention that this guy is a defensive player, with not particularly high damage output, but still formidable.
"...Let's end it here for today."
Steve let go of Oaks and stood up, feeling relieved as well.
Although Oaks's combat skills were terrible, his physical abilities were astonishing, and his progress was just as astonishing—
Even Steve noticed that as Oaks fell to the ground more often, he was gradually developing a kind of "instinct" for combat.
But it wasn't the kind of combat instinct honed through countless battles. It was more like the "wild instinct" of a beast—abandoning techniques and relying on strength, speed, and incredible reflexes.
Although Steve could easily suppress him with his superior physical abilities and powerful combat skills, it would be for someone whose physical abilities were weaker.
"Cough... That was fun!"
Oaks sat up with a flip, and even though Matt's combat skills weren't weak, they were simply not on the same level as Captain America's.
Captain America's combat skills, in addition to his own rigorous training, were enhanced by the Super Soldier Serum—
As he himself said, many of Matt's combat techniques were two different things when performed with strength and without strength..
However, with slightly weaker physical strength, it would be a pipe dream for Oaks to defeat Captain America with his techniques alone.
So he could only try to imbue the instincts he obtained in his transformed state into his human form, and it seemed to be working well.
This was something that could only be achieved under the guidance of Carter Slade. When the wild instincts fully returned, it would signify the balance of body and soul, and the ability to transform.
"Steve, let's go. Let's grab something to eat— Mr. Slade, what do you want to eat today?"
Oaks took the two towels and jacket handed to him by Carter Slade, thanked him, and tossed one towel to Steve.
"Where are you staying? Do you want to come by again tomorrow? Your practical lessons are really exciting, and it's possible to pay for them."
"Um, it seems like I still need to find a place to stay."
Steve took the towel and wiped the slightly sweaty forehead with a strange look on his face.
"I guess I can't go back to my old house."
"Then come to mine for now?"
Oaks' eyes lit up.
"There are many vacant dorms in my place. If you're looking to rent a place in the East District of Brooklyn, mention my name for a discount."
"Vacant dorms?"
Steve was taken aback, and Carter Slade walked over with his hands behind his back.
"No need to be polite with him. This kid has achieved something in his own right.
He has a technology company and an environmental charity organization, with quite a few people working under him. Old man like me doesn't need to be polite. And their drinks taste amazing.
Oaks, today I want to eat beef with spicy sauce hot pot!"
"...Okay, beef with spicy sauce hot pot."
Oaks grinned. This former Ghost Rider now seemed to be truly enjoying life. If it weren't for being in New York, his picky taste buds wouldn't be satisfied—
Speaking of which, after looking at graveyards for 150 years, it's understandable to have higher culinary standards.
"Oh, having a place to stay would be great. In fact, although my hometown is in Brooklyn, I left there... a long time ago."
As Steve spoke, he couldn't help but feel a little nostalgic. He paused for a moment and then became conflicted.
"I was in Washington before coming here, and this time I wanted to visit an... old friend, but I haven't found out her address yet."
"'Her'?"
Before Oaks could say anything, Carter Slade's eyes lit up.
"Your girlfriend?"
"Well..."
"Ah, looks like I'm right... Let me tell you, young man, don't overthink it. When it's time, go and see her!"
The old rider waved his hand with the air of someone who had been there before.
"If you reach my age, it'll be too late for regrets—unless you already have her address but are afraid to go and see her!"
"..."
Steve chuckled bitterly, and Oaks couldn't help but block the curious gaze of the old rider.
"Personal privacy, let's eat first... If we're going to the Texas Restaurant, I think we need to walk a bit longer."
"...Then let's get going."
Steve sighed and then laughed while shaking his head.
"Well, wanting to see a girl you like isn't something difficult to talk about, but my situation is a bit special...
We've been out of touch for a long time, so I need some time to think it through."
"Are you afraid she's forgotten about you, or are you afraid of competition?"
Now Oaks couldn't help himself and, recalling Tony's often ridiculed love experience, he earnestly advised.
"Or how about bringing a bouquet? It's said that flowers can solve half of a woman's problems—
As for the other half, a deep embrace might do the trick!"
Nowadays, Ms. Peggy Carter wasn't in the state of being on her last legs, bedridden and with little time left.
In recent years, there had been air purification green plants, and more importantly, restorative potions taken by Melinda and Sharon, top agents with exceptional skills.
Although Ms. Peggy Carter was already in her nineties, she looked at least twenty years younger.
But that was only how she looked. Her aging body couldn't truly restore youth and prolong life with just a few bottles of potion. At most, it could ensure that she was free from illness, with a healthy body and the ability to live out her remaining years in peace.
"Well... maybe I can give it a try."
...
After dinner, when Oaks stubbornly sent Carter Slade back to the "Benevolence Society Branch"—which was the old factory—Oaks brought Steve to the headquarters of Benevolence Society.
"Benevolence Society... So you're the chairman of Benevolence Society!"
It was only at this moment that Steve realized it. Not only was he amazed by the environment of the little rainforest, but he finally understood what Carter Slade meant by "achieving something great."
During this period, in order to better understand and adapt to this society seventy years later, Steve had read many books, watched newspapers, and watched television.
He had heard about the recent uproarious U.S. presidential election and the scandals involving Republican candidates.
And Raxxon corporation was an organization that existed in his time.
In fact, its founder had a good relationship with Howard Stark back then.
The reason for their falling out... was rumored to be because Howard double-crossed them.
However, Steve was not interested in politics, so he didn't pay too much attention. Instead, he was actively interested in Benevolence Society, an environmental charity organization that was using advanced technology to solve environmental issues.
How could he not take notice?
Almost every day, there were protesters and demonstrations at the Washington Capitol. Although Benevolence Society's people weren't among them, they would always talk about how good Benevolence Society was!
"That's right... I didn't expect to become famous too."
Oaks feigned emotion.
"Come on, let me show you where you'll be staying."
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