Chapter 81 A criminal who voluntarily surrendered himself because of Lynn Hall?
Chapter 81: A criminal who surrendered voluntarily because of Lynn Hall?
Could a single sentence make Hank Rogins release those 23 hostages?
This seemed absurd, but in reality, there was a reason.
If Hank Rogins merely wanted to avenge his son, a gun would have been enough.
He had already proven this by killing so many police officers.
However, he didn't choose to seek direct revenge; instead, he kidnapped 23 hostages and then demanded through the internet that the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Mayor reopen the investigation into his son's case from seven years ago.
This indicated that he wasn't just seeking simple revenge; he wanted to uproot the family responsible for his son's death and also apprehend all those who had protected the murderer back then.
This was also the reason Lynn said it was "interesting" after seeing his profile in the office.
After all, no matter how capable he was, he could never achieve this alone.
But the Federal Bureau of Investigation could easily do it!
Lynn had always been precise in his understanding of human nature, so when he saw Hank Rogins specifically name the Federal Bureau of Investigation in the video, he immediately understood his intentions!
This was also why Lynn, with just one sentence, could make Hank Rogins reveal the location where the hostages were hidden.
Now, Hank Rogins's "sincerity" had been shown; next, it was Lynn's turn!
Lynn believed that if he chose to continue pursuing Hank Rogins at this moment, he would absolutely be capable of kidnapping 23 more people!
So, when he saw the text message from Joey, confirming Hank Rogins's location through video tracking.
Lynn did not choose to go directly to arrest him; instead, he personally led the team to rescue the 23 hostages.
Regardless of whether this was Hank Rogins testing him, Lynn was prepared to use this opportunity to let those above know his capabilities and influence in New York City.
After all, to earn the trust of a heinous criminal, and even make such a criminal release hostages and surrender voluntarily with just one sentence.
No one in the history of the Federal Bureau of Investigation had ever achieved this!
Half an hour later, outside the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation Building.
A group of reporters were already waiting outside the Federal Bureau of Investigation Building, and when they saw several Chevrolets park and Lynn step out of the car.
All the reporters immediately swarmed around him.
"Mr. Lynn, can the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation rescue the 23 hostages from HankWiggins?"
"Mr. Hall, the criminal only gave the Federal Bureau of Investigation three days. Do you have any plans?"
"When will the investigation results of the Brooklyn Lizardmen Incident be released to the public?"
"The Mayor of New York said this case had an extremely negative impact, and he would never tolerate the criminal, ensuring the hostages would be rescued. Mr. Lynn, what are your thoughts on the Mayor's statement?"
Facing the reporters' incessant questions, Lynn raised his hand, signaling them to quiet down.
Once all the reporters were silent, Lynn began, "First, the Brooklyn Lizardmen Incident investigation has been completed. Afterward, the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation will hold a press conference to announce the investigation results!"
"As for the Hank Wiggins incident that occurred this morning, after six hours of tracking and investigation, our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation successfully rescued all 23 hostages."
As soon as Lynn finished speaking, Shawn opened the car door, and the 23 kidnapped hostages stepped out of the car.
Some of these rescued hostages were crying with relief after their ordeal, while others were still in shock.
But the reporters present could see that they had not sustained any substantial injuries.
"Mr. Lynn, how did you rescue the hostages?"
"Thank God, Mr. Lynn, could you tell us…"
Watching the media once again ask questions vociferously, Lynn again raised his hand to stop them: "Ladies and gentlemen of the press, the hostages have just been rescued and are currently in a state of panic."
"So now is not the time for questions. The New York Federal Bureau of Investigation will provide answers to relevant questions later."
"But for now, please allow them to receive counseling from a Doctor."
Hearing Lynn say this, although the excited reporters still had a lot of questions they wanted to ask, they all moved aside.
"Thank you for your cooperation!"
Nodding to the reporters, Lynn gave Shawn a look, then led his people into the New York Federal Building!
Inside the building!
Seeing Lynn and his group enter the building amidst the flashing lights of cameras.
Barbara snapped her fingers and said to Joey, "Done!"
"Are you sure these media outlets will lavish praise on the boss?"
"Of course."
Facing Joey's question, Barbara smiled and said, "The media outlets qualified to receive my messages and stand in front of the New York Federal Building to interview the boss have always taken a stance of praising him."
"Besides, I know all their chief editors, and I even asked Alice to help me investigate these newspaper and radio station chief editors or executives."
"Believe me, if they dare to say one bad word about the boss in their reports, then within two hours, these chief editors and radio station executives will be arrested for various well-documented illegal activities."
Hearing Barbara say this, Joey looked at her in surprise and said, "Barbara, you're growing so fast. No wonder the boss refused Alice's request and kept you by his side."
Facing Joey's praise, Barbara said somewhat proudly, "Of course, I was rescued from the mud by the boss. I can only help the boss and be qualified to stay by his side if I keep improving."
"Otherwise, did you think I would only spread my legs or kneel before the boss to show the softness of my tongue?"
Looking at the proud Barbara, Joey gave a thumbs up.
"What are you talking about?"
Back in the office, looking at Joey and Barbara, Lynnasked with a smile.
"Boss, I really want to improve!"
Leaning close to Lynn, Joey chuckled.
"Hmm?"
Hearing Joey say this, Lynn pushed her away: "Stay away from me. If Alice sees us, she'll think I'm trying to steal her girlfriend."
"Especially since you haven't let Alice into bed these days. Besides, you want to improve? What, are you coveting my position as Director?"
"Not really."
Hearing Lynn's joke, Joey laughed, "I just didn't expect Barbara to improve so much."
With that, Joey recounted the whole story to Lynn.
Listening to Joey's narration, Lynn smiled.
Regarding Barbara's "evolution," Lynn actually knew better than anyone.
He even personally taught her some things because he could clearly feel her strong desire to stay by his side.
So he had never mistreated her.
This was evident from the fact that in the few months she had been with him, he had paid in full for an apartment for her father.
Inside the interrogation room.
"Mr. Hall, I'm really not Hank Rogins's accomplice. The reason I helped him was because he held 23 hostages and threatened me to help him upload the video bypassing YouTube's network censorship."
"And I don't know why he came to me, but please believe me, I truly have nothing to do with him."
Watching Skye explain tirelessly, Lynn closed the file in his hand, then pushed a bottle of Water towards her with a smile: "Don't worry, Ms. Skye, our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation will not wrong any innocent citizen."
"I've already had people investigate the matter, and you indeed have nothing to do with Hank Wiggins."
"But that video was ultimately uploaded by you using hacking technology, and it caused an extremely negative impact."
Hearing Lynn say this, Skye, who had originally breathed a sigh of relief, became nervous again: "Mr. Hall, I was forced to. He threatened to kill the hostages if I didn't do it."
Looking at the anxiously explaining Skye, Lynn smiled and waved his hand, signaling her not to be nervous: "I know you were also coerced, so Ms. Skye, I've decided not to press any charges against you."
Breathing a long sigh of relief, Skye looked at Lynn and said, "Thank you. May I know when I can leave?"
[Skye / Daisy Johnson Affection: 2]
As her voice fell, Skye's stomach rumbled.
"You can leave anytime."
Hearing Skye's stomach rumble, Lynn stood up and smiled: "I always like to be kind to people, Ms. Skye. It's 5:30 PM now, and if you want to have dinner at the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation before leaving, that's fine!"
"Our Federal Bureau of Investigation's dinner is quite good. Oh, and by the way, your van has also been brought back, you can drive it when you leave."
"Thank you, Mr. Hall. Dinner is fine, but may I know how you found me?"
At this point, Skye quickly explained, "I don't mean anything else, I'm just very curious, after all…"
Skye was very curious about how Lynn could find her directly.
After all, it had been less than ten hours since the video was uploaded, and with her hacking skills, she should have been able to evade detection.
But the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation was able to find her in such a short time, which was a bit…
"You uploaded the video using a computer. Although your hacking skills are quite good, our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation's information department is clearly stronger!"
After speaking, Lynn turned and left.
Skye is the future Quake, but she clearly hasn't awakened her Inhumans abilities yet.
So Lynn didn't plan to get entangled with her; leaving a good impression was enough, and they could talk more once she gained her abilities in the future.
Besides, Lynn had left a hook!
Indeed, hearing Lynn say that the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation's information department was more skilled, Skye was clearly a bit unconvinced.
However, she didn't refute but instead stood up and left directly.
7 PM, Washington.
"I didn't expect Lynn Hall to rescue the 23 hostages in just a few hours, Director. Lynn's capability and his control over New York City are truly astonishing."
Looking at Jeff Russell, who was staring at the television, Deputy Director Laurent Conley said with a chuckle.
"Yes, young people nowadays are becoming more and more capable. Back then, we didn't have such great abilities."
Hearing Laurent's words, Jeff Russell held his wine glass and said, "I thought this unexpected incident would make me face various questions from the media when I went to New York City to announce the Lizardmen Incident investigation results."
"I didn't expect him to rescue the hostages so quickly."
Turning his head to look at Laurent, Jeff Russell said in a deep voice, "What do you think about those voices within the Department of Justice?"
"It's simple, Director. Capable people rise, and incapable people fall. Although a 24-year-old Federal Bureau of Investigation branch Deputy Director is somewhat unheard of."
"But New York City is, after all, the largest city in the U.S., and the Department of Justice needs someone capable and resourceful to control it for us."
"Most importantly, Lynn Hall's background is very clean. Aside from his adoptive father being the Director of the New York Police Department, there are no old political families interfering behind him."
At this point, Laurent Conley said earnestly, "Director, there are factions within the Department of Justice, and likewise within the Federal Bureau of Investigation. If Lynn can control the Federal Bureau of Investigation in New York City, the largest city in the U.S., in the future."
"Then with his clean background…"
Hearing Laurent Conley stop mid-sentence, Jeff Russellnodded.
Indeed, he knew George Stacy. He had no political aspirations; the only reason he became the Director of the New York Police Department was purely based on his own abilities and many years of meritorious service.
Lynn Hall, who was raised by him, was also like him; at 24, he could reach this position, relying on his own ability and contributions.
A subordinate with such ability and a simple background, without the help of a political family, is indeed the favorite subordinate of every high-ranking official.
Moreover, being young at this time is an advantage!
After all, being young means being easy to control!
"My only concern now is whether he will truly be capable of controlling New York in the future, after all..."
Before Jeff Russell could finish speaking, a news flash suddenly appeared on the television.
"We have just received a video from an anonymous email, and the video shows the process of New York Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Lynn Hall rescuing hostages!"
After the host finished speaking, the video began to play.
Inside the frame, Lynn Hall pulled open the car door, and Skye, whose face was pixelated, instinctively clenched her fists in a defensive posture.
However, Lynn ignored her and directly urged Hank Rogins, who was on a video call, to surrender.
Seeing this scene, Jeff Russell looked at the television curiously.
When he saw that Lynn, with just one sentence, "I am Lynn Hall," made Hank Rogins voluntarily reveal the hostage's hiding place.
Jeff Russell was also a little surprised.
"Director, as you can see, this young man Lynn's integrity and ability have not only gained the trust of New Yorkcitizens, but even such heinous criminals trust his character!"
"With such a person in charge of New York, I don't think anyone would be unconvinced."
Watching the video finish playing, Jeff Russell also nodded slightly: "Young people nowadays are indeed getting more and more impressive!"
Hearing this sentence repeated once again, Laurent Conley laughed.
Obviously, the Director's second sigh was different from the first.
It seems the Director has made a decision!
"Who can tell me if this is really true? Lynn, with just one sentence, made the murderer who killed so many police officers voluntarily reveal the hostage's hiding place?"
"My goodness, this feels even more spine-tingling than a Hollywood movie plot."
"One sentence, 23 hostages rescued, even criminals trust Lynn Hall's character, he truly is our hero!"
"FUXX the government, FUXX the President, thankfully we in New York have Lynn Hall!"
As the video spread, in just one night, the video of Lynnmaking the criminal voluntarily release 23 hostages with just one sentence exceeded ten million views!
A large number of positive praises for Lynn Hall appeared online.
"I can't believe it, Lynn actually made the criminal reveal the address where the hostages were hidden with just one sentence? How do I find this so absurd?"
Looking at the broadcast on the television, Tony Starkturned to Pepper and said, "Lynn is clearly the kind of person who likes to drink fine wine and take the longest-legged, prettiest girls from parties."
"And last time he even slept with two singers, which made those two singers break up with their boyfriends after they went back, so..."
Hearing Tony say that, Pepper shrugged and said, "If you were in danger, who would you call for help first?"
"Of course, FUXX!"
After cursing, Tony Stark laughed: "Alright, I admit I'm a little bit jealous of him, hmm, at most 13% jealous."
"Pepper, what was I doing when I was 24? If I had become an FBI Agent back then, the FBI couldn't afford my salary!"
"Alright, you keep being jealous, I have to go to the company."
Picking up her bag and getting up to leave, Pepper had only walked a few steps before turning around and saying, "You are not allowed to invite those models for beauty parties anymore, not even if they are specifically for Lynn!"
Hearing Pepper say that, Tony spread his hands: "Ever since I've been with you, I haven't touched another woman, I promise!"
After Pepper left, Tony said, "Jarvis, did you find all the long-legged Hollywood beauties I asked you to filter last time?"
"Sir, weren't you just jealous of Mr. Lynn?"
"Come on, Jarvis, I'm Tony Stark, how could I be jealous of my friend?"
Turning off the television and getting up from the sofa, Tony Stark walked towards the laboratory, saying, "Lynnis my friend, I just want to add some fun to his boring life."
"But I think this is your mischievousness, wanting to ruin Mr. Lynn's upright and magnificent image!"
"This is just friendly banter, who told him to record a video of me making a fool of myself when I was drunk last time?"
At the same time, Columbia University!
"Martin Johnson, I am an FBI Agent, we suspect you are involved in a murder case seven years ago, so please cooperate with our investigation!"
Looking at the 23-year-old young man in front of him, Sean showed his badge and arrested him without hesitation.
"FUXX, you can't treat me so roughly, I'm from the Johnson family, my father is the Deputy Mayor of New York City!"
Martin Johnson, handcuffed, struggled constantly, and Sean punched him hard in the stomach.
Looking at Martin Johnson, who was in pain and slumped over the car hood, Sean said coldly, "Don't even mention a Deputy Mayor, even if your father is the Vice President, I don't care!"
After handcuffing him, Sean directly pushed him into the car, then drove away from Columbia University.
Half an hour later, in the Federal Bureau of Investigationinterrogation room.
"According to our investigation, seven years ago you accidentally killed your classmate Erwin Rogins in an 'accident'."
"Due to your minor status and your mental illness, the judge acquitted you."
Looking at Martin Johnson in front of him, Lynn asked with a smile, "How come I don't see that you have a mental illness?"
"Let me out of here, damn it, the court already acquitted me back then, why are you FBI Agents arresting me?"
"I want to see my family lawyer, I want to call my dad!"
Looking at the obviously spoiled guy in front of him, Lynnsmiled, "I just like young people like you who are unwilling to cooperate!"
"FUXX, let me go quickly, otherwise..."
Before Martin Johnson could finish speaking, Sean grabbed his head and pressed it hard onto the interrogation table.
"Bang!"
After a loud bang, blood streamed down Martin Johnson's forehead.
"Kid, you better clean up your mouth when you talk to our boss, or I'll pull out your teeth one by one!"
"Tsk, Sean, don't be so rough!"
Watching Sean press Martin Johnson's head, Lynn smiled, "His father is one of the Deputy Mayors, after all, we should give him preferential treatment."
"Look, his head is bleeding, hurry up and wipe it for him, what if his old man complains about us?"
Hearing his boss say that, Sean immediately patted his own head: "It was indeed too rough of me, I actually forgot his identity."
With that, Sean immediately turned and left the interrogation room.
As Sean left, Martin Johnson shook his head, watching the blood dripping.
Then he looked at Lynn with anger in his eyes and said, "Damn it, I will definitely complain about you, I will definitely report you for using—"
Before he could finish speaking, Sean walked in carrying a basin of water and some paper.
"What do you want to do? FUXX, you can't do this, I am—"
Before Martin Johnson could finish speaking, Sean immediately grabbed his hair, tilting his head back, then took a piece of paper and soaked it in water.
"Look, it's bleeding, wipe it quickly!"
After speaking, he directly placed the wet paper on Martin's head.
"Mmm mmm mmm"
Watching Martin Johnson kick his legs and struggle with all his might, Sean once again took a piece of paper and put it in the water: "Don't move, I'm washing your face."
"Just like seven years ago, you pressed Erwin Rogins's face into the water to wash it."
As several pieces of paper were placed on his face, Martin Johnson's struggles became more and more intense.
"Boss, he peed!"
Looking at the dripping water stains from Martin's crotch, Sean tore off the papers and smiled at Lynn.
"That's really disgusting."
Getting up from the chair, Lynn said to Sean, "Five minutes, I want to know everything."
"The Department of Justice Director is coming to New York soon, Sean, we don't have much time!"
"Understood!"
Hearing Lynn's words, Sean immediately nodded.
After Lynn left the interrogation room, Sean picked up the paper and looked at Martin, who was gasping for breath, and smiled, "There are still five minutes, so don't rush, we'll take our time!"
New York City Hall, in Deputy Mayor Derek Johnson's office.
"Have our people still not found Hank Rogins's hiding place?"
Looking at the assistant in front of him, Derek Johnsonasked with a frown.
"Sir, ever since the video spread online, he's been in hiding. I had people monitor his family, but he hasn't contacted his ex-wife or parents."
"And this case has been taken over by the FBI, so our people..."
"Then think of other ways, if it really doesn't work, use his family... Forget it, once we threaten him with his family, it will definitely alert the FBI!"
At this point, Derek Johnson cursed in a low voice, "Damn it, if I had known this would happen, I should have arranged for someone to kill him in prison!"
As he was speaking, Derek's phone rang.
After answering the phone, Derek frowned tightly: "Don't panic, I know, I'll handle it!"
Hanging up the phone, Derek Johnson looked at his assistant and said, "Martin has been taken away by the FBI and is currently being interrogated. Immediately contact a lawyer and a Doctor to find a way to bail Martin out due to illness!"
"But sir, the FBI..."
"You don't have to worry about that. I'll contact James Duke, he's the Director of the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation."
"Go do it, and also tell Vincent to quickly find HankWiggins's whereabouts. Tell him not to forget that he handled the case seven years ago, and make him think about how he went from Police Chief to Bronx Deputy Director!"
Hearing Derek's words, the assistant nodded.
After the assistant left, Derek Johnson took out his phone and called James Duke.
New York Federal Bureau of Investigation.
After hanging up the phone, James Duke casually tossed the phone onto the table.
James Duke did not care about Deputy Mayor Derek's request.
"Has Ophelia's Cyborg experiment been successful? If so, you go and take a look for me."
"Understood!"
Hearing James Duke's instruction, the secretary nodded: "Vampires in Eastern Europe have been attacked by the Bloodstone family. They have sent us a request for help, sir, should we provide support?"
"If they can't even deal with a girl, then they have no value in existing!"
"Yes!"
After receiving the instruction, the secretary got up and walked out.
Inside the interrogation room.
"This is the third time your phone has rung!"
Looking at Vincent Conley in front of him, Lynn said, "Are you sure you're not going to answer? That's the Deputy Mayor's assistant, maybe he has something important to tell you!"
Listening to Lynn's playful tone, Vincent felt a little uneasy, but on the surface, he still appeared extremely calm.
"Mr. Hall, the case of Martin Johnson accidentally killing Erwin Rogins seven years ago was indeed handled by me."
"But..."
"Don't worry, we're not talking about that today."
Waving his hand, stopping Vincent from speaking, Lynntapped the file on the interrogation table and said, "Let's talk about you."
"You've been a police officer for twenty years, haven't you? For the first thirteen years, you were unknown, slowly rising to Sergeant. But in the short seven years after that, you were promoted all the way from Sergeant to Deputy Director of Bronx."
"Mr. Vincent, can you tell me how you did it?"
Facing Lynn's inquiry, Vincent said, "Mr. Hall, aren't you only 24 years old, and already the Director of the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation?"
"Although I don't have abilities as strong as yours, my luck has been pretty good. Starting from that sensational dismemberment case six years ago, I've successively solved many major cases!"
Hearing Vincent's words, Lynn nodded and said, "Indeed. Even our Federal Bureau of Investigation didn't find any clues in that dismemberment case six years ago. I didn't expect you and your team to solve it."
"Although the culprit mysteriously committed suicide in the detention room on the third day after he was caught!"
At this point, Lynn pulled out a document from the file and placed it in front of Vincent: "Then how do you explain your wife's overseas account? An ordinary salaried worker, yet there are over three million euros in an overseas account."
"This is probably a salary that neither of you could earn in a lifetime. Also, we found that you actually have connections with New York gangs."
"You have repeatedly used your position to provide them with a lot of help."
"Your daughter also once drove under the influence of drugs after a high school party and killed three people, but she faced no responsibility whatsoever."
"Additionally…"
Listening to Lynn Hall recount everything he had done over the years, one by one.
Vincent Conley's expression grew increasingly grim.
Lynn was speaking when Alice knocked and entered.
Placing the interrogation transcript in front of Lynn, Alicewhispered something in Lynn's ear.
Lynn nodded, indicating he understood. After Alice left, Lynn threw the transcript to Vincent.
"Take a look yourself!"
Picking up the interrogation transcript and glancing at it, just one look, and sweat broke out on Vincent's forehead.
Inside were the confessions of his most trusted subordinates, and evidence of him using his power to help those gangs smuggle goods.
There was even evidence of his daughter's mental illness, forged by a Doctor, after she drove under the influence of drugs in high school and killed people.
With all these charges combined, he would likely spend the rest of his life in prison.
Not only him, but even his family would not escape imprisonment!
Looking at Vincent, who was now drenched in sweat, Lynn asked, "Seven years ago, was it you who destroyed the evidence and files regarding Martin Johnson's murder of Elvin Rogins?"
Hearing Lynn's words, Vincent, somewhat dejectedly, put down the evidence in his hand and said, "Catching just me is enough. Can you let my wife and daughter go?"
"That depends on your performance. If the prey we catch this time isn't big enough, and doesn't satisfy me, then this evidence will play a decisive role!"
"Seven years ago, Martin Johnson deliberately murdered Elvin Rogins. At that time, I was still a Sergeant. After we received the report, we immediately apprehended Martin."
Taking a deep breath, Vincent leaned back in his chair as if drained of spirit: "But as soon as Martin was apprehended, his father, Derek Johnson, the current Deputy Mayor of New York, came to find me."
"I know all this. Tell me something I don't know!"
Looking at Vincent, Lynn exhaled a puff of smoke and said.
"I personally destroyed all the evidence and files related to Martin Johnson. All of this was instigated by Derek Johnson. I left evidence when I met him at that time."
"I was worried that after I did his bidding, he wouldn't fulfill his promise, or that he would move against me."
"Including his plot to imprison Hank Rogins, I have evidence for all of this, hidden in a safe in my Underground Room!"
"Additionally, I only took a small amount of money. The one truly helping those gangs smuggle vehicles and drugs is Derek Johnson."
"In these seven years, I only profited over three million euros from it, but the Johnson family profited at least ten times more!"
"And the Johnson family, an old political family, is also involved in human trafficking to Eastern Europe."
"The Johnson family's campaign funds are ostensibly from donations, but in reality, they are their own money!"
Listening to Vincent Conley's confession, even Lynn was somewhat surprised.
He knew that old political families like the Johnson family must have many shady dealings behind the scenes.
But he didn't expect that the Johnson family was involved in businesses like smuggling, drug trafficking, and human trafficking!
"Do you have conclusive evidence for all of this?"
"Yes!"
Facing Lynn's inquiry, Vincent Conley nodded: "I have records of every business I participated in, and most of the missing person cases in Bronx over these seven years were abductions carried out by the Johnson family through me!"
Hearing Vincent say this, Lynn nodded.
Getting up to leave the interrogation room, he heard Vincent Conley ask, "You promised that as long as I expose him, you wouldn't pursue my wife and daughter!"
Watching Lynn leave, Vincent shouted, "You must keep your word!"
Outside the interrogation room.
"Boss, are you really letting Vincent's wife and daughter go? They've done a lot of illegal things over the years using Vincent Conley's identity."
Facing Barbara's question, Lynn merely glanced at her.
"Hehe, I knew it!"
Following beside Lynn, Barbara's face was full of smiles.
City Hall.
"What did you say? Lynn Hall actually detained our family's lawyer?"
Listening to the news coming from the phone, Derek Johnson frowned and hung up: "FUXX!"
After cursing, Derek looked at his assistant and asked, "Has there been any news from Vincent?"
"Sir, Vincent's phone is unreachable. I contacted the Bronx Police Department and found that he's not in his office either."
"And even his wife and daughter can't reach Vincent!"
Hearing his assistant's words, a bad premonition immediately arose in Derek's heart.
To be able to take away a Deputy Director of a New Yorkdistrict police department without anyone knowing.
This must be the Federal Bureau of Investigation's doing!
"Ian, please arrange a meeting with Director George Stacy for me, just say…"
Before Derek Johnson could finish speaking, the office door was directly pushed open.
"Mr. Derek Johnson, our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation suspects you are involved in a murder seven years ago."
Looking at Lynn Hall, who had suddenly burst in, Derek Johnson realized that things were likely to get troublesome.
"Ian, please tell my family that I won't be coming home tonight, let them…"
"Sorry, Mr. Derek, I'm afraid your assistant won't be able to relay messages for you."
Before Derek Johnson could finish, Lynn smiled and said, "At the same time, I also suspect that your Johnson family is secretly engaged in crimes such as smuggling vehicles, drugs, and human trafficking!"
"Therefore, please cooperate with our New York Federal Bureau of Investigation's investigation!"
He said "cooperate," but as soon as Lynn's words fell, Dennis and others directly stepped forward and pressed Derek Johnson and his assistant onto the desk.
"Tell your men to stop, Lynn, I'm still the Deputy Mayor of New York City. I can go back with you."
Hearing Derek say this, Lynn, however, smiled and said, "He's still the Deputy Mayor after all, give him some face!"
As Lynn's words fell, Dennis and the others immediately took out handcuffs and cuffed him.
"Take him away!"
Turning to leave the office, the Federal Bureau of Investigation's actions had now been noticed by people within City Hall.
Many people in City Hall looked over curiously.
"Wait, Mr. Lynn Hall, what crime did Deputy Mayor Derekcommit?"
Just as Lynn was leading his men away, another Deputy Mayor, Chris Bell, stepped forward and asked.
"Many crimes, requiring slow investigation. Also, your brooch is very beautiful!"
Looking at the brooch on Chris Bell's chest, which symbolized HYDRA's identity, Lynn said with a smile.
Just emerging from City Hall, the media, "having caught wind" of the situation, swarmed forward.
"Lynn, can you tell us what exactly is going on? Why did your Federal Bureau of Investigation arrest the Deputy Mayor of New York?"
"Mr. Hall, is Deputy Mayor Derek Johnson related to the case of Hank Rogins's uploaded video?"
"Mr. Lynn…"
Looking at the swarming reporters, Lynn said, "Our Federal Bureau of Investigation has obtained sufficient criminal evidence against New York Deputy Mayor Derek Johnson. The specific details will be announced later, along with the Brooklyn Lizardmen Incident!"
After speaking, Lynn escorted Derek Johnson away.
"Damn it, can't your Federal Bureau of Investigation car park a little closer?"
Facing the reporters constantly filming him with handcuffs, Derek Johnson gritted his teeth and said.
"Shh, Mr. Deputy Mayor, you're not the protagonist today!"
Listening to Derek's complaints, Lynn said softly.
Before Derek could react to what Lynn meant by that sentence.
The next second, an SUV sped over from the opposite side.
Seeing this, the Federal Bureau of Investigation action team members immediately pulled out their weapons, but Lynn raised his hand to stop them.
After the SUV stopped five meters away from the crowd, a man got out of the car with his hands raised.
"Mr. Lynn Hall, I'm here to surrender myself to you!"
After speaking, the man slowly lay down on the ground, allowing the Federal Bureau of Investigation agents to handcuff him!
Seeing this scene, the media at the scene exploded like a boiling pot, rushing forward to photograph Hank Rogins.
"Mr. Hank Rogins, why did you voluntarily surrender?"
"Was someone forcing you to do this?"
"Excuse me…"
Facing the chattering questions from the reporters, Hank Rogins loudly said, "I chose to voluntarily surrender because of Mr. Lynn Hall."
"I escaped from prison because I wanted to avenge my son. I didn't expect Mr. Lynn Hall to arrest Deputy Mayor Derek Johnson despite such immense pressure!"
"I am very grateful for everything he has done for my innocent son, which is why I decided to surrender."
"Thank you for being willing to stand up for us ordinary citizens, Mr. Hall!"
If it weren't for the Federal Bureau of Investigation's control, Hank Rogins would probably have knelt directly on the ground.
Seeing this, Lynn stepped forward and helped him up: "I am the Federal Bureau of Investigation. It is my responsibility to protect the safety of this country and its people!"
Seeing this scene, the media at the scene raised their cameras and began taking photos, while their gazes towards Lynn also changed.
My goodness, a Federal Bureau of Investigation agent can make a heinous criminal voluntarily surrender, what a great headline!
Seeing this, Derek Johnson finally understood what Lynnmeant by "you're not the protagonist today."
Damn it, this is collusion!
It's Lynn Hall and that damned Hank Rogins in cahoots!
Chapter 82: Fusion of the Illuminati and the Avengers?
Was Hank Rogins truly grateful to Lynn for helping him catch the person who harbored his son's killer seven years ago, and that's why he voluntarily surrendered?
The truth, of course, was not like that.
In fact, ever since Skye was taken away by Lynn, and no one helped him cover up the traces he left behind.
Joey had already locked onto his location through the city's surveillance.
The reason for not arresting him was solely for today's show!
After all, this show was not only for the New York public but also for Justice Minister Jeff Russell!
Subordinates who only know how to work hard but don't know how to take credit won't go far in the workplace.
And Hank Rogins also knew he couldn't escape, so it was better to cooperate with Lynn and finish this act.
Lynn could gain a good reputation and further increase his prestige.
And his days in prison would also be easier.
Ever since Derek Johnson was arrested, in just three days, the New York FBI arrested a large number of people connected to the Johnson family.
Whether they were gang members, famous businessmen, or government officials and police personnel.
It could be said that in just three days, New Yorkunderwent a thorough cleansing from top to bottom.
Three days later, at the New York Federal Building press conference.
Listening to Justice Minister Jeff Russell announce the investigation results of the Brooklyn Lizardmen Incidentto the media.
Jessica stood beside Lynn, her mouth not moving, but her voice floated into Lynn's ear: "The Justice Minister arrived in New York yesterday. What did he talk to you about?"
Facing Jessica's question, Lynn also replied: "I also thought the content of this conversation was very important, but I didn't expect the Minister just to praise and encourage me."
"As for anything else, he said nothing!"
Speaking of this, Lynn glanced at James Duke in front, then continued: "My position is still not high enough, otherwise this conversation wouldn't have been so relaxed!"
Yes, last night, after Jeff Russell arrived in New York, he had a conversation with Lynn.
However, to Lynn's surprise, there was no so-called inspection or anything else.
It was as if his only purpose was to praise him.
In addition, he told Lynn to be prepared, because after he returned from New York this time, a Department of Justice meeting would be convened.
By the end of June at the latest, Lynn would receive his appointment as Deputy Director of the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation!
"I estimate he will only try to recruit you after you officially become the Director of the New York FBI."
"Although the Justice Minister himself is in charge of the FBI, but..."
Jessica didn't finish her sentence, but Lynn understood her meaning.
On stage.
After Jeff Russell finished announcing the BrooklynLizardmen case, Lynn walked onto the stage to announce the investigation results concerning Deputy Mayor Derek Johnson!
Inside S.H.I.E.L.D.!
Watching on TV, Lynn was currently announcing the criminal investigation results of the Johnson family to the media.
Natasha said: "Hill, do you really believe that Lynn could make Hank Rogins release 23 hostages and voluntarily surrender to Lynn with just one sentence?"
Facing Natasha's question, Maria Hill said: "No matter what the truth of the matter is, at least the truth the public sees is this, and that's enough!"
"And listen to Lynn announce the crimes of the old political family, Johnson: human trafficking, smuggling, drug trafficking, supporting gangs... This series of charges is enough to nail the New York government to the pillar of shame!"
"The public already distrusts the government, and now with these things, hah, so at this time, the public needs a new hero to stand up!"
Hearing Hill say that, Natasha said: "So, Lynn naturally became the hero in the hearts of New York citizens, the one who upholds justice and protects them?"
"Didn't Jeff Russell lavishly praise Lynn after announcing the Brooklyn Lizardmen case?"
"Just watch, after today, media across the U.S. will extensively praise Lynn and the Illuminati he founded, and this isn't even the kind of praise that sets him up for a fall!"
Crossing her arms and watching Lynn on TV, Natashashrugged: "Politics is really dirty!"
"It's just diverting public attention; S.H.I.E.L.D. has done that plenty of times."
Listening to their conversation, Nick Fury said: "Did Lynnagree to investigate the Hudson Hotel matter with you?"
"He agreed. Although I don't know why he distrusts S.H.I.E.L.D., he does trust me."
Facing Nick Fury's question, Natasha said: "But haven't you already assessed Lynn's abilities?"
"I always feel he's still hiding something!"
Shaking his head, Nick Fury said: "Although I don't know how he acquired this ability, his strength is definitely more than what he's shown!"
At the interview site.
"Mr. Lynn, we interviewed Spider-Man and Spider-Woman, and according to them, they belong to an organization called the Illuminati, and Laura and Polarisare also members of the Illuminati."
"As far as we know, Laura and Polaris are members of your New York Federal Bureau of Investigation, and you personally recruited them, so what is your relationship with the Illuminati?"
Facing the reporter's question, Lynn did not hide it: "The Illuminati was founded by me. The original intention of the Illuminati was to assemble people with extraordinary abilities to protect the safety of the public."
"New York not only has ordinary criminals but also many superpowered criminals hidden in the dark, and these criminals pose a great threat to the public."
"This is why I created the Illuminati!"
Hearing Lynn's answer, the reporters on site immediately began asking questions.
"Yes, Spider-Woman and Spider-Man were personally recruited by me."
"Leader is the respectful title Illuminati members use for me."
"Of course, for those who possess extraordinary strength and have a heart for justice, the Illuminati will admit them after review."
Watching Lynn Hall answer the media on TV.
Storm Ororo turned to Jean Grey and said: "Did you receive an invitation from the Illuminati?"
"I received it. Not only me, but Professor also received an invitation from the Illuminati."
Facing Storm's question, Jean Grey did not hide it: "Because of the Brooklyn Lizardmen Incident, the Illuminati has a very high reputation among the public."
"Professor also feels that if our X-Men could join the Illuminati, it would greatly help our philosophy of peaceful coexistence with ordinary people."
"Scott and I didn't receive one."
Hearing Jean Grey's words, Storm shrugged: "I think I also fit Lynn's description of an Illuminati member."
Early June, inside a Manhattan hotel in the morning.
Lynn has always liked to be kind to people, so when faced with the invitation from the two beautiful female singers, Taylor and Melissa, he naturally wouldn't refuse.
After all, they were already piled up, four mouths pitifully crying out "hungry, hungry, food, food," so how could a kind person like himself be stingy with alms?
After all, they just wanted to reward him, the hero in the hearts of New Yorkers. Good men get good rewards, right?
So, a good person like himself deserves to encounter two barren lands.
After his morning workout, Lynn opened the system and upgraded Super Healing to LV2, looking at the two girls sleeping again to his left and right.
After seeing the Super Healing ability in the skill bar turn into LV2 [0/4000], he closed the system and got up, walking towards the bathroom.
After washing up, Lynn put on his clothes and walked out of the hotel.
Natasha's car was parked at the hotel entrance, and upon seeing Lynn come out, she honked the horn.
"Looks like you had a good night?"
Looking at the refreshed Lynn, Natasha said with a smile.
"It was alright. After all, I'm quite soft-hearted and can't stand to see beautiful girls deeply troubled, so I helped them solve some small problems. The girls, out of gratitude, wanted to repay me, and it would hurt them too much if I refused!"
Saying that, Lynn pointed to his car: "Get in my car!"
Inside the car.
"Did Nick Fury ask you to pick me up?"
Facing Lynn's question, Natasha nodded: "Of course. After all, you're about to become the Deputy Director of the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation, so a small S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent like me naturally has to be sensible. How could I dare to make you wait for me?"
Saying that, Natasha took out a candy from her pocket and offered it to Lynn.
Seeing Lynn decline, Natasha opened the candy wrapper and ate it herself.
The Department of Justice meeting two days ago went relatively "smoothly," so it's estimated that he'll be able to move up another step even before the end of June!
Driving along the riverside road towards Hudson Town, Natasha looked at Lynn and said: "Lynn, if there's really a devil in that hotel, have you thought about how to deal with it?"
"Just like that town in Oswego?"
Facing Natasha's question, Lynn shrugged and said nothing.
When the car arrived at the Hudson Hotel, the hotel had already been cordoned off by S.H.I.E.L.D. personnel. As soon as Lynn got out of the car, he noticed that the clear weather instantly became overcast.
The surrounding temperature plummeted, and countless crows in the nearby woods began cawing wildly from the branches.
Looking up at the dense crows cawing wildly on the branches, Natasha looked at Lynn and said: "In just a few seconds, the surrounding temperature dropped by at least ten degrees."
"The last time the S.H.I.E.L.D. investigation team came here, this didn't happen."
Hearing Natasha say that, Lynn turned around and walked back to the car.
Under Natasha's gaze, Lynn took a single-person Rocketlauncher from the back of the Chevrolet.
"This is why you wanted to drive here from the Manhattan hotel?"
Seeing Lynn aiming the single-person Rocket launcher at the dilapidated Hudson Hotel, Natasha immediately dodged to the side.
"All fear stems from insufficient firepower, so the best solution is to blast it first!"
As his words fell, Lynn directly pressed the launch button.
Under Natasha's gaze, a Rocket flew rapidly towards the Hudson Hotel.
But the expected explosion did not occur.
Instead, the Rocket shattered the hotel glass and then fell directly onto the floor of the hotel room.
Seeing this, Natasha came to Lynn's side and said: "It seems your plan failed."
"In fact, ever since the S.H.I.E.L.D. investigation team disappeared in the Hudson Hotel, we S.H.I.E.L.D. sent two fully armed action teams into the hotel for search and rescue."
"The result..."
Speaking of this, Natasha shrugged: "Later, we tried many methods, including using high-temperature incendiary bombs to completely destroy this hotel."
"But the result is that this hotel still stands in this town, and S.H.I.E.L.D. was forced to just cordon it off!"
"Then why didn't you say so earlier?"
He put the single-person Rocket launcher back into the car.
Feeling the surrounding temperature dropping lower and lower, Lynn and Natasha walked directly into the hotel.
As soon as they arrived at the hotel entrance, the crows that had been standing on the branches around them suddenly flapped their wings and flew continuously in circles in the sky, as if sensing something terrifying.
Seeing this, Natasha took out her pistol and said: "I regret watching that horror movie last night."
Hearing Natasha say that, Lynn turned on his flashlight and continued into the hotel.
Although it was daytime outside, the hotel interior was extremely dark.
The mottled hotel walls were covered in a lot of dried blood, as if someone had slit their throat against the wall and the blood had splattered onto it.
The human oil paintings in the hotel lobby now seemed to be alive, staring at the two with a chilling, half-smile.
"I'm starting to regret taking this mission."
Following Lynn, Natasha held her gun and vigilantly looked around: "I'd rather go…"
Mid-sentence, Lynn's Spider-Sense instantly gave a warning.
Almost at the same time, Lynn raised his gun and aimed it at the room behind him.
Seeing this, Natasha also immediately aimed her gun at Lynn's back, instinctively ensuring Lynn would not be attacked from behind: "Lynn, what did you find?"
In the direction Lynn's gun was pointed, a figure had just flashed past.
Although the light inside the hotel was dim, Lynn knew he definitely hadn't seen wrong.
"This hotel is indeed not clean."
Looking at the half-open door in front of him, Lynnwalked forward and kicked it open.
Inside the dim room, a woman dressed in black stood with her back to them, looking out the window.
Seeing this, Natasha instinctively moved closer to Lynnand said, "I've seen the files of people who 'disappeared' in this hotel. A woman named Vanessa was wearing these clothes before entering the hotel."
As soon as her words fell, the floor beneath their feet seemed to contract. They had just been standing at the doorway, but in the next second, they appeared inside the room.
Seeing this, the two immediately retreated towards the door, but no matter how much they retreated, they seemed to be treading water, with the distance to the door remaining unchanged.
Not only that, but blood began to flow out from the surrounding walls, making the entire scene extremely eerie.
"We have to deal with her, or we won't be able to get out of this room!"
With that, Lynn unhesitatingly opened fire on the woman in black sitting on the bed.
Gunshots constantly echoed in the room, but the bullets hitting the black-clad woman's back and head had no effect!
Instead, the woman in black turned around, revealing a grotesque smile on her rotting face, and then lunged at the two of them.
At the critical moment, Lynn felt a sudden burning sensation in his left arm, and the woman in black, who was about to pounce on Lynn, shrieked and retreated repeatedly.
Seeing this, Natasha looked thoughtfully at Lynn's left arm.
Especially when she saw Lynn rush forward, his left arm grabbing the neck of the woman with the rotting face, and that woman shrieked and turned into a pile of ashes.
Natasha was even more certain that what had happened in the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation's autopsy room was no accident.
After the woman in black fearfully turned into a pile of ashes, Natasha looked at Lynn and said, "As expected, you still have many secrets. How about you tell me? I promise not to tell Nick Fury."
"So, you inviting me repeatedly to deal with the Hudson Hotel was Nick Fury's idea? He wants to know what other abilities I'm hiding?"
Seeing that Lynn understood her words, Natashashrugged.
Looking at the walls that had returned to their original state because the woman in black had turned into ashes, and the facilities in the room gradually becoming old and dilapidated, covered in dust and cobwebs.
Natasha turned and walked down the corridor with Lynn, saying, "If you were just the Director of the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation, Fury wouldn't care about your strength."
"But who told you to personally found the Illuminati? Even Professor X and Phoenix have joined the Illuminati."
"A few days ago, he told me about an idea he had been contemplating for many years: to assemble a team of super-powered individuals to protect this World with their strength."
At this point, Natasha looked at Lynn and said, "As a result, his idea hadn't even been put into action, and you founded the Illuminati first."
As the two walked deeper into the hotel, Lynn said, "So, you mean Nick Fury now wants to recruit me to join his superhero organization?"
"It's a leader!"
Stopping and looking at Lynn, Natasha smiled: "Nick Furyhas a very high opinion of you, believing you have excellent leadership, decision-making, and the ability to make accurate judgments at critical moments."
"So he thinks you are very suitable to be the leader of this organization."
Seeing Natasha stop, Lynn looked around and said, "It seems you are also a member of the organization he is building."
"It's not clear yet, but if this organization really forms, then he will definitely find a way to bring you in."
"Of course, the first problem to solve is that you don't trust S.H.I.E.L.D."
Seeing a thick fog suddenly rise in the hotel corridor, Natasha aimed her gun forward: "After we leave the Hudson Hotel, can you tell me why?"
"It's not time yet!"
As his words fell, a middle-aged man in a suit with a slit throat appeared in front of them.
Behind him were all the people who had died in the hotel over the years.
This included the S.H.I.E.L.D. investigation team members who had died here earlier, as well as the two fully armed action teams.
Looking at the middle-aged man who appeared in the black mist, Natasha said to Lynn, "He is Leslie Cret, the founder of the Hudson Hotel. Thirty years ago, he killed his entire family and guests, then slit his own throat."
Hearing Natasha's words, Leslie Cret smiled and said, "Welcome, both of you, to the Hudson Hotel. I didn't expect anyone to remember the name of this body thirty years later."
"Are you the demon who escaped from the Lake of Fire?"
"Lake of Fire?"
Hearing Lynn say this, Natasha was somewhat curious: "The Lake of Fire recorded in the Bible, the place where demons are banished, existing in Hell and guarded by beasts?"
"No, no, no, that is not Hell!"
Facing Natasha's curiosity, Leslie smiled and said, "For us demons, that is our home."
At this point, Leslie looked at Lynn and said, "On your left arm, there is the aura of that Lord who only exists in legends, whom I have never seen."
"I heard that Lord has a contractor in the human World, so, are you his contractor?"
"If so, then I will immediately roll back to the Lake of Fire and never appear in the human World again."
Facing Leslie's words, Lynn raised his left arm and took a step forward: "If that guy were here, you would probably have already vanished into thin air."
Seeing Lynn raise his left arm and take a step forward, Leslie Cret immediately took a step back.
Just as he was about to speak, his entire body seemed to freeze.
Not only him, but the demons behind him, and Natashabeside Lynn, were also motionless.
Seeing the surrounding time and space freeze, Lynn knew that Mephisto must have returned!
Indeed, as a soft light illuminated the dim hotel corridor, Mephisto, leaning on his cane, appeared before Lynn.
"We meet again, little one. My power is quite useful, isn't it!"
Looking at Mephisto, whose face was full of a "benevolent" smile, Lynn said, "Are you imitating an Angel's appearance? However, this holy light doesn't feel warm or peaceful at all."
"Angels? I've seen a few, but if you were to see them, you would probably be disappointed."
"I know you've met Johnny. I think he must have left a very deep impression on you, and now you've experienced a tiny bit of my power."
"How does it feel?"
As he spoke, a contract floated in front of Lynn.
Not only that, although time and space were frozen around them, those who had died in this hotel, including the S.H.I.E.L.D. investigation team and the action team, also appeared before Lynn.
"As long as you are willing to sign this contract, you will not only possess unparalleled power, but you can also bring these people back from Hell to the human World."
As soon as Mephisto finished speaking, all the people who had died in the hotel began to plead with Lynn.
The desperate cries of some of them went straight to Lynn's heart.
"How about it? They are all Americans. Isn't it your duty to protect them?"
"Now, you can bring them back from Hell to the human World."
Hearing Mephisto's temptation, Lynn suddenly said, "Did you come all the way from Hell to the human World just to tempt me? You shouldn't be that idle."
"Besides, although the FBI's duty is to protect this country, who told you I care about this country, or the lives of these Americans?"
As his words fell, Lynn unhesitatingly pulled out his pistol and fired at those pleading and crying people!
Inside S.H.I.E.L.D.
"The person has been transported back from the North Pole, but he is still frozen."
Looking at Nick Fury in front of her, Hill reported: "During the process of bringing him back from the North Pole, the medical team was constantly monitoring his physical condition."
"It's simply unimaginable that Captain America was frozen for seventy years and is still alive!"
Hearing Hill's report, Nick Fury sighed: "Yes, no one expected Steve Rogers to still be alive."
"How are the special treatment rooms prepared?"
Facing Fury's question, Hill immediately said, "Everything is ready, including the vintage radio from seventy years ago, the outdoor decorations, and the medical equipment."
"And I have been monitoring the entire process, no force knows this news!"
Listening to Hill's answer, Nick Fury nodded with satisfaction: "Steve Rogers' return is the most important event for our S.H.I.E.L.D. this year!"
"I didn't expect S.H.I.E.L.D.'s capture of that superpowered criminal who fled to the North Pole to inadvertently discover the plane Steve Rogers crashed into the iceberg back then."
At this point, Nick Fury looked at Hill and suddenly asked, "Has Natasha invited Lynn Hall to the Hudson Hotelyet?"
"Yes, before entering the Hudson Hotel, Lynn Hall even fired a Rocket at the hotel."
"Then what do you think about thawing Steve Rogers in New York?"
Facing Fury's question, Hill frowned: "You mean, the Illuminati?"
"Exactly!"
Nick Fury did not hide anything from Hill: "The emergence of the Illuminati clashed with my concept of the Avengers, and the addition of Professor X and Phoenix elevated the Illuminati's strength to another level."
"However, this is not a bad thing. Ever since I learned about Lynn's abilities, I felt he was more suitable to lead the Avengers."
"So, since Lynn is the leader of the Illuminati, why don't we combine the Illuminati and the Avengers?"
Hearing Nick Fury say this, Hill frowned: "That's not like your usual style."
Facing Hill's questioning, Nick Fury smiled: "I already feel constrained by the World Security Council supervising S.H.I.E.L.D. Do you think the World Security Council, or those U.S. politicians, would let go of an organization with extraordinary abilities like this?"
"So this organization must have an excellent leader who can withstand pressure."
"And Lynn Hall is the most suitable, after all, his identity is more appropriate."
"I think you're still thinking too simply. Although Lynn Hall is the Director of the New York FBI, and is about to be promoted to Deputy Director, he is ultimately still subject to the Department of Justice…"
"That's why I want to thaw Steve Rogers in New York!"
Looking at Hill, Nick Fury said, "Lynn is an FBI Agent, and we can make Steve a S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent."
"In this way, Lynn Hall, as a member of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, leads this organization, and Steve Rogers, as a S.H.I.E.L.D. employee, becomes its spiritual leader."
"And our S.H.I.E.L.D. is responsible for supervision; only in this way can we maintain a balance between the United States government and the World Security Council!"
Hearing Nick Fury say this, Hill nodded: "I will move the medical room from Washington to New York right away!"
Watching Hill leave, Nick Fury pulled open a drawer and looked at the pager, saying, "Earth is always facing threats!"
Inside the Hudson Hotel.
"What happened?"
When everything around her returned to normal, Natashastill held her pistol aimed at the demons in front of her.
But she found that everything around her had changed.
The originally dim hotel had returned to the bright daytime, and the guys who had appeared in front of her a second ago had now disappeared.
The hotel was dilapidated, and it no longer looked like the scene she had just witnessed!
"It's over!"
Looking at the surprised Natasha, Lynn Hall put away his gun and walked outside.
When time was frozen just now, Lynn, facing Mephisto's temptation, pulled out his gun without hesitation and shot the pleading figures.
Mephisto hadn't expected his actions to be so decisive, but this only made him more interested in Lynn.
As for whether he sensed Lynn using the brand he left on his left arm, which made him appear?
Heh, this Lord of Hell was just trying his luck with Lynn!
Back in the car, Lynn picked up his phone and called Ghost Rider.
As soon as the call connected, Lynn asked, "Johnny, I just saw that old man with a cane. He said he came back from your side?"
Texas, inside a farm.
Hearing Lynn's voice on the other end of the phone, Johnny said, "That's right. Three days ago, I tracked a demon from Hell to Texas, but before I could deal with it, that old man found me."
"Although I don't know what exactly happened in Hell, I can clearly feel that he seems to need a lot of souls."
"He found you too? You weren't tempted to sign that contract, were you?"
"Of course not."
Facing Johnny's question, Lynn said, "I was dealing with some demons that escaped from the Lake of Fire at the Hudson Hotel, and this old man actually used the souls of those deceased to tempt me."
"When I heard the crying and pleading voices of those deceased, for a moment I actually wanted to pick up that pen from the depths of my soul. Thankfully, my mind was firm, otherwise, I probably would have fallen for it!"
Hearing Lynn say this, Johnny chuckled: "The Lament of the Dead, a very old trick from Hell, it easily makes people do things involuntarily."
"Be careful. Since that old man has his eyes on you, he'll probably come looking for you again!"
After finishing his conversation with Johnny, Lynn hung up the phone.
"What exactly happened just now? Why did everything end in an instant?"
"Also, who is that old man with a cane you mentioned? And what's with the pen and falling for it?"
Looking at Natasha's inquisitive expression, Lynn shook his head, then said, "Some things are better left unknown to you."
"Oh, there are high-temperature incendiary bombs in the trunk of the car. You can completely burn down this hotel now!"
Seeing that Lynn was unwilling to explain, Natasha did not press further.
Taking out the high-temperature incendiary bombs from the trunk, Natasha directly set the Hudson Hotel on fire.
Watching the Hudson Hotel burn fiercely, Natasha was certain that Lynn indeed had many unknown secrets!
Glancing at Lynn, who was sitting in the car smoking, Natasha shrugged, then opened the car door and got back into the passenger seat.
Everyone has secrets, and if Nick Fury wasn't so eager to know, she wouldn't have asked any more questions!
After the Hudson Hotel incident was completely resolved, not much happened around Lynn.
After all, Lynn's current identity is that of a supervisor, so unless it's a major event that shakes New York, or Lynncan't sit still in the office.
Otherwise, there are simply no cases worth Lynn going out into the field for.
Oh, right, Lynn's identity has already changed.
The meeting specially convened by Justice Minister Jeff Russell has ended, and Lynn has now been promoted to Deputy Director of the New York Federal Bureau of Investigation!
Although the office hasn't changed, the nameplate of 'Supervisor' has been replaced with 'Deputy Director'.
In addition, Gwen has officially graduated from high school.
With enough credits, Gwen's application to New York University, submitted last November, has been approved, and when classes resume, Gwen will be a college student.
Additionally, Peter Parker, Harry Osborn, and Mary Janewill also attend New York University together.
Hmm, soon to be a college student, this made Peter Parker extremely excited.
On the third-floor balcony of the Illuminati.
"I think by my sophomore or junior year, I can marry Mary Jane. Lynn, I currently earn three thousand U.S. dollars a month at the Illuminati, and I can work part-time after starting college."
"This way, I can have a cozy little home for Mary Jane and me sooner."
Watching Peter Parker excitedly planning his future with Mary Jane, Lynn leaned against the railing and chuckled, "You're thinking quite far ahead."
"But it looks like you've moved on from the Lizardmen Incident, which is good."
Hearing Lynn say this, Peter Parker scratched his head a little awkwardly: "I have to thank you for your guidance back then."
"But Lynn, what do you think about my plan to get married in my junior year?"
"I haven't mentioned it to Jane, or Aunt Mei and Uncle Ben yet. I want to hear your opinion."
Facing Peter Parker's question, Lynn smiled: "Peter, marriage is always one of the most important decisions in life."
"It's not just about love, but also about responsibility and commitment."
Raising his hand and patting Peter's shoulder, Lynnsmiled: "Peter, I believe you are a man with responsibility and commitment, but marriage cannot be a spur-of-the-moment decision!"
"You're still young now, and there's a long time until your junior year, which is enough time for you to think it over carefully!"
"But no matter what, Peter, I believe you will definitely become a good husband and a good father in the future!"
For something like this, Peter Parker asking him first made Lynn quite happy.
This proved that in Peter's heart, he was slowly developing into a life mentor.
Hearing Lynn say this, Peter Parker gradually regained his composure.
"You're right, I was too excited. After all, having graduated from high school, I just feel like the future is beckoning to me."
"Oh, happy birthday, Lynn!"
Saying that, Peter Parker took out the gift he had prepared long ago.
"Thank you!"
Looking at the gift Peter handed over, Lynn thanked him and took it.
Today was Lynn's birthday.
The gift Peter gave wasn't expensive, but it was full of sincerity.
Coming down from the third floor, Lynn asked Laura and Polaris to take the gifts received today back.
Then he left the Base with Gwen.
Inside the car.
"Lynn, give me your hand."
Seeing Lynn preparing to start the car, Gwen asked Lynnto extend his hand.
After Lynn handed her his left hand, Gwen took out a pre-prepared watch from her bag and put it on Lynn's wrist.
After putting on the watch, Gwen admired it for a few seconds, then smiled at Lynn with satisfaction: "I spent a whole day picking this out. From now on, you're not allowed to take it off except when you're showering or sleeping!"
Listening to Gwen's "fierce" tone, Lynn smiled, wrapped an arm around her, and kissed her for a while.
After they separated, he looked at Gwen, whose face was flushed and a little shy, but whose eyes were incredibly bright.
Lynn started the car and chuckled, "You've been drinking Lynn Hall-brand milk for so long, why do you still get shy every time I kiss you?"
"That's different!"
Subconsciously licking her lips, Gwen looked at Lynn, who had already started the car, with some regret.
Otherwise, she would have pounced on him.
"Lynn, I graduated from high school!"
"Yes, you're about to become a college student!"
"I mean, I graduated from high school!!"
"Oh? Congratulations!"
Seeing that Lynn clearly knew what she meant but deliberately pretended not to understand.
Gwen directly pounced on him, bumping her head against Lynn's arm.
"Haha, I'm driving!"
"Hmph!"
Gwen huffed coquettishly, "It's your birthday today. It would be great if you weren't staying at home."
"So, this is your real birthday gift?"
"That's right!"
Tilting her head to look at Lynn, Gwen said, "I've been looking forward to this day for a long time."
"But it's okay, it's not like one more day makes a difference. I'll stay at your place tomorrow night."
Looking at Gwen's expectant expression, Lynn ruffled her hair, then drove towards Uncle George's house.
At the same time, Brooklyn.
Looking at the familiar yet strange surroundings, Steve Rogers' breathing was rapid, and his eyes flickered with confusion.
He wasn't sure if this was truly the Brooklyn he once knew.
The streets around him gave him a familiar feeling, yet the unfamiliar, tall buildings made him feel completely alien.
"Alright, I apologize for that performance just now, but I thought it best to let you slowly come to terms with these things."
Seeing cars surrounding him, and the guy with the black eye patch clearly being their Officer.
Steve Rogers asked cautiously, "Come to terms with what? Where exactly is this?"
"New York, Brooklyn, your former hometown, except that seventy years have passed since you crashed that plane into the glacier!"
"Seventy years?"
Hearing Nick Fury say this, Steve subconsciously looked at the towering buildings all around him.
"What's wrong?"
Looking at Steve, whose breathing was a little rapid and whose eyes were filled with sadness, Nick Fury asked.
"Nothing… I'm fine!"
Shaking his head lightly, Steve Rogers whispered, "It's just… I missed a date!"
New York Federal Building!
"My God, this is absolutely incredible!"
Looking at the images transmitted from the satellite, Joey immediately opened his mouth wide!
Looking at the employees coming and going outside the office, Joey immediately got up and closed the office door.
He looked at the satellite images again, then with a solemn expression, took out his phone and called Lynn.
Ever since S.H.I.E.L.D. bought a building in Brooklyn and started extensive renovations, his boss had told him to keep an eye on what S.H.I.E.L.D. was up to.
My goodness, he actually saw Captain America?
As a die-hard fan of Captain America, Joey was convinced that he definitely couldn't be mistaken!