Meng Ran, once again cloaked in stealth, entered the living room. He saw Black Egghead, dressed in a long trench coat, standing in front of the floor-to-ceiling windows of Tony's living room.
He stood in front of the windows, gazing outside, then sat on the sofa with his back to the staircase, as if searching for the perfect pose.
After finding a suitable pose, he made some noise to get Jarvis's attention.
Jarvis, upon noticing Black Egghead, quickly woke Tony, who was sleeping in the bedroom.
Tony was startled by Jarvis's alert. He hurriedly picked up the makeshift armor beside his bed and put it on. Then, raising his hands in a defensive stance, he slowly walked down the stairs into the living room.
The dim moonlight illuminated the living room, casting a pale, bluish-white glow over the space.
A tall figure stood with his back to Tony, in front of the large floor-to-ceiling windows.
Sensing Tony's approach, Nick Fury spoke in a clear voice, "I am Iron Man."
"Do you think you're the only superhero in the world?"
Nick Fury said, turning to look at Tony, who had entered a defensive stance in his armor.
"Mr. Stark, there are many others like you, you just don't know it yet."
"Or perhaps, you don't know enough."
Tony looked at Nick Fury, holding up his hand cannon, and asked with some confusion, "Who are you?"
Nick Fury slowly walked in front of Tony, showing his shiny, dark forehead, and then said, "Nick Fury, Director of S.H.I.E.L.D."
"I want to talk to you about establishing the Avengers."
Hearing Nick Fury's words, Tony was even more puzzled: "Avengers? What is that?"
Standing to the side, hidden from view, Meng Ran immediately understood. It seemed Nick Fury had already started assembling his team.
Thinking of this, Meng Ran also thought of Banner. At this rate, Banner should return to New York in a while, and that would be the perfect time to possess Banner.
Meng Ran had a feeling that once he possessed the Hulk, he would officially become the strongest man on Earth.
Then, Meng Ran gave Little White instructions in his mind, telling it to closely monitor Banner's whereabouts during this time. As soon as Banner showed up, it should notify him immediately; he couldn't miss this opportunity.
Just as Meng Ran was planning to possess Banner, Nick Fury finished explaining his Avengers plan to Tony.
After listening to his plan, Tony predictably shrugged, showing that he wasn't interested at all.
"I have no interest in joining your strange, weird alliance."
"And if you don't leave, I'm going to kick your black ass so you know what happens when you trespass."
Tony poured himself a drink, took a sip, and looked at Nick Fury.
Nick Fury's face darkened even further after hearing Iron Man.
"Pfft~ Hahaha." A hoarse and terrifying laugh suddenly echoed in the dim room.
A black figure emerged from the shadows.
Meng Ran was genuinely amused by Tony's words and couldn't help but laugh. He thought that Iron Man was the best person to deal with Black Egghead.
Tony and Nick Fury were also surprised to see the Evil Ghost suddenly appear from the darkness; they had no idea when he had arrived.
Nick Fury looked at Meng Ran and asked, "What are you doing here?"
Meng Ran replied calmly, "Does S.H.I.E.L.D. have jurisdiction over everything? I was just out for a stroll under the moonlight."
Sunning the moon, Tony and Nick Fury were speechless after hearing Meng Ran's words. Couldn't he come up with a better excuse?
Hearing Meng Ran's perfunctory words, Nick Fury changed the subject and asked, "So, how long have you been here?"
Meng Ran seemed to suddenly remember something and couldn't help but chuckle. "Probably around the time you were finding a suitable pose to welcome Mr. Stark, hahaha."
Tony couldn't help but spit out the liquor in his mouth upon hearing this. This was so awkward! Director Fury's pose time was exposed as a joke by the Evil Ghost, it was practically a public execution.
Sure enough, Nick Fury's face was almost as dark as the night after hearing this, he could almost become invisible.
Nick Fury was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "Mr. Stark, since you're not interested, I'll take my leave."
"Oh, right. I forgot to tell you, the Evil Ghost came to save you at my invitation, and I paid a favor for it."
"Of course, I don't mean anything by telling you this now, I just hope you'll consider it a little more."
Nick Fury turned and left after speaking, leaving Tony standing there, frowning at his words.
Tony didn't like owing favors, especially in a situation like this.
He watched Nick Fury's retreating figure and thought for a moment before saying in a loud voice, "I'll seriously consider it, and even if I don't join, I'll do my best to help you out once if you need something."
Nick Fury, who was already walking away, didn't respond or turn around, just kept walking. However, a slight smile played on his dark face.
Meng Ran watched this scene and thought to himself, Tsk tsk, Tony is really being played by this Black Egghead.
After seeing Nick Fury leave, Tony turned back to Meng Ran and asked, "So, Mr. Evil Ghost, what brings you to my home?"
Meng Ran didn't answer, just sat on the sofa and looked at Tony.
Tony, seeing Meng Ran's silence, couldn't help but feel troubled. This Evil Ghost was truly elusive and mysterious. He had absolutely no useful information about him and couldn't guess what he was thinking.
The atmosphere had become subtly awkward. The two of them stared at each other in the dim living room, their thoughts unknown.
Just as Tony was about to say something to break the uncomfortable silence, the Evil Ghost on the sofa spoke.
"Mr. Stark, why did you admit to being Iron Man?"
"Don't you know the dangers of exposing yourself to the public like this?"
Hearing the Evil Ghost's question, Tony fell silent, considering. After a moment, he finally spoke. "Actually, I had prepared the perfect excuse today. Through S.H.I.E.L.D., they are indeed very experienced, and the handling would have been flawless."
"But, when I stood up there and started to speak, I suddenly understood in my heart that this wasn't what I wanted to say."
"I felt I should be honest, admit my identity, and strive to take on my responsibilities."
"I want to maintain world peace, through my existence."
Meng Ran fell silent, listening to Tony. The idea of one person single-handedly maintaining world peace seemed absurd and far-fetched.
But coming from Tony, it suddenly seemed… possible.
The Hexagram Alliance was different from Tony. They couldn't project the same kind of intimidating presence as Iron Man.
They were all mutated individuals, each with unique and special abilities.
Unlike Tony's Iron Man armor, which could be mass-produced and used as a weapon to deter and balance threats.
Meng Ran looked at Tony and said solemnly, "The future will be difficult. One person's strength is still too limited. I suggest you seriously consider Nick Fury's suggestion."
"Although his attitude and style are very… spy-like, and can be unsettling, his suggestion is actually pretty good."
Tony nodded, considering Meng Ran's words carefully.
Tony took another sip of his drink, then poured a glass for Meng Ran and handed it over. He then asked, "So, Mr. Evil Ghost, will you be joining that team called the Avengers?"
Meng Ran accepted Tony's drink, took a sip, and replied, "I won't be joining."
"Why not?" Tony asked.
Meng Ran said, "Because I already have my own team, as you should know."
"We call our team the Hexagram Alliance."
"Everyone is gathered together as companions in pursuit of justice."
"You need to find your own companions too."
At this point, Meng Ran seemed to remember something, paused, and then continued.
"And perhaps one day, we might even fight side-by-side."
"As long as we're striving for justice, we're all comrades."
"Wouldn't you agree?"
Tony nodded, realizing he was also searching for his own path.
Tony looked back at the sofa, wanting to say more to Meng Ran, but found it empty.
A raspy voice spoke from behind him.
"Iron Man, just stay true to your beliefs. The path is at your feet."
Tony quickly turned around, but the Evil Ghost was gone from the living room.
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