Nick Fury never went anywhere else after leaving Leoric.
Temporarily staying in Canduras is not something worth worrying about.
S.H.I.E.L.D. can now function normally even without Nick Fury.
Although because of Tyrell's existence, S.H.I.E.L.D.'s manpower has been mobilized more frequently.
"I now need more time to understand what is happening in Khanduras. A lot of changes have taken place here.
There are some things that I can only make an accurate judgment after seeing them myself.”
Nick Fury said into the phone.
The other end of the phone was Dugan, although Dugan is now basically out of SHIELD's leadership.
But his opinion is still crucial.
After SHIELD experienced the Hydra incident, its internal orders have adopted many more encryption methods.
And a guy like Dugan who has no chance of becoming Hydra is one of the encryption methods!
If the situation worsens, Dugan can also directly take over SHIELD.
The reason for the existence of SHIELD is to protect mankind, and since it is a shield, someone must hold it.
It doesn't really matter who the person who controls SHIELD is, as long as he is firmly on the side of humanity.
Whether it's Tony, Norman Osborn, or even Dr. Doom, as long as they stand on the side of humanity when needed, they may become the person who controls S.H.I.E.L.D.
Nick Fury has already made arrangements for what will happen next.
The current situation is not too bad for them, but they still know what to do to prepare for a rainy day.
“Does military infiltration still need to continue?
Back then, you sent a large number of soldiers who could become excellent agents back into the army, was it to gain control of the army at a time like this?"
Nick Fury heard Dugan complaining on the other end of the phone.
At that time, Dugan was still the chief instructor of Agents of SHIELD. At that time, many people approved by Dugan were sent back to where they came from by Nick Fury.
At the time, Dugan thought there was something wrong with those people that prevented them from being admitted into S.H.I.E.L.D.
Now it seems that those people may have been members of SHIELD at that time, and they were going to perform some tasks assigned by Nick Fury.
Dugan only realized this after the identity of the military doctor under General Ross was exposed.
At this time, Dugan didn't think much of Nick Fury, although this approach was a bit scary.
"I'm a very controlling guy, although I can't guarantee that everything is under my control.
But there’s no benefit to me doing this, right?”
Nick Fury said with a smile.
As for whether there is bitterness in his smile and laughter, only he himself knows.
Although he lost one eye not because he believed in others, but because he believed too much in his own affinity.
But he did pay the price for trusting others.
"Okay, I don't have time to chat with you!
There is only one possibility for you to contact me, and that is that you have another mission.
Tell me, what do you need this old guy like me to do?"
Dugan's voice was very impatient. He still couldn't regard Nick Fury as his friend.
This guy is not a jerk to be friends with at all.
Perhaps Frank is the only one who considers Nick Fury a friend now.
"Go and see the situation of Task Force X. I think there might be something wrong there."
Nick Fury's request was very vague, and there wasn't even any specific arrangement!
And that was enough for Dugan to understand what he meant.
"Amanda Waller? Indeed, that guy is as cruel as you."
Dugan sneered and hung up the phone directly.
He'll do it, but Duggan will also have his eye on Nick Fury himself!
Nick Fury has made more than one preparation for his possible corruption!
Agent Hill, Dugan, and many others were his chosen personnel.
If anything goes wrong with him, these people can directly attack him.
Of course, this also represents a huge risk. Once any of these people have other ideas, his safety cannot be guaranteed!
So Nick Fury also did some other insurance.
For example, let these people keep track of each other. Once he dies in the hands of someone, their investigation will become complicated and even continue!
This approach is indeed a bit dirty, but Nick Fury thinks it is necessary.
All so that humans can continue to exist in the dangerous world in the future, or die together with the enemy while there is still strength left!
Nick Fury is great, but he is also the kind of guy who makes people hate him.
Nick Fury looked around and then lay directly on the bed.
He still needs to see Aidan later.
Aidan's status in Khanduras is transcendent, and Nick Fury already understands this.
It's just that Nick Fury still needs to determine one thing, and that is whose words are most effective in the place of Khanduras!
Although everything is shown, there is no doubt that Leoric is the king of Canduras!
But judging from the strength of the individual, Nick Fury doesn't think that a legendary Crusader like Johanna will cooperate with Leoric!
Being able to make Johanna maintain a certain degree of compromise is not enough even with the strength shown by Leoric!
So of course Nick Fury thought of Aidan's existence!
…
Aidan is now in Leah's tavern.
He came here without any purpose, just to meet Leah.
They are father and daughter, but they are indeed not very familiar with each other!
Although Leah heard many stories about her father from Deckard Cain back then, they were just stories!
"Aidan, you have been here for a while, what do you want to do?"
Gruchak asked somewhat rudely.
Of course Gruchak doesn't need to worry about Aidan's power.
Although Aidan is indeed very strong, Gruchak does not think that he is weak.
Aidan has an air of authority about him, and this kind of thing cannot be hidden from Gruchak.
Although Gruchak could not determine what kind of authority it was when Aidan did not use it, this did not prevent Gruchak from remaining vigilant.
Aidan is not without any hidden dangers!
Although Aidan was very great back then, he should be respected by the Nephalem!
But the nephalem couldn't do anything to ignore the fact that Aidan was gradually being corrupted!
"I just came here to drink, and I paid enough for the drink.
Gruchak, I just want to stay here and see Leah."
Aidan's expression contained a mixture of self-deprecation and compassion.
Gruchak can only shut up!
He couldn't stop a father from wanting to see his daughter.
He's not that boring and cruel yet.
"You are in danger, I can't completely ignore it.
In addition to being a free individual, Leah's existence is still of great significance to the Nephalem!
And Leah has the blood of the Stag tribe flowing in her body!
I can’t act like I don’t know anything!”
Gruchak said a lot of things, but it was more like giving him a reason!
Do any of the nephalem hate Leah?
Probably not!
If there was anything Leah didn't do well in the past, it was probably that she wasn't powerful enough!
If Adelia was taken away, Leah would have similar strength to Aidan!
Then Diavolo may not be able to steal Leia's body!
Being weak is not a sin!
"Yes, Leah is a barbarian now.
I know you gave Leah a chance to start over, and I'm very grateful for that.
So I didn’t make any inappropriate requests, I just came here as a guest to have a few drinks.”
Aidan spread his hands, and it could be seen that he was a little embarrassed now.
"Aidan, my father.
I still don't know how to face you, but if you are a guest, I will be happy to entertain you.
It’s just that the current situation doesn’t seem to be suitable for idleness, the pressure on demons is much greater than it was in Sanctuary.”
Leah's tone was as calm as possible.
But you can still hear the trembling inside.
Leah is also worried about how to contact Aidan!
When the angel Aidan originally appeared, Leah did have a lot of expectations for her "father".
But with Angel Aidan's almost distant attitude, Leah gradually let go of this expectation.
After all, Bulcaisel may be more in line with Leah's understanding of "father" than Aidan.
At least Bulcaisel took great care of her when he was adventuring in Sanctuary.
It can even be said to be accommodating!
"As long as this is the case, the situation on the devil's side is not clear yet.
But I believe that humans will still be the winners this time."
Aidan’s words were filled with strong confidence!
He doesn't think he is lying!
The belief that mankind will win has long been deeply rooted in his heart!
Although he himself couldn't tell whether this was deceiving himself, having such a belief was better than not having it at all.
This time neither Gruchak nor Leah spoke.
Of course they hope that mankind will be the ultimate winner, but they cannot make any guarantees!
They have seen demons and felt the pressure brought by those guys!
Just the premise of infinity would already make most Nephalem extremely stressed.
The nephalem can keep fighting, but they need to eat after all.
Although they will carry a large amount of food with them when they have the conditions, it is not endless after all.
When the demons turned into the tide, it was difficult for the surrounded Nephalem to find new food.
Although so far no legendary Nephalem have starved to death because they were unable to find food.
But there are also many Nephalem who have been piled to death by demons.
"I am the same as before. As long as I can defeat the devil, it is not unacceptable for me to pay some price.
I believe in myself and I believe in hope.”
Aidan spoke again.
But there was some doubt in Gruchak's expression.
"You seem to be implying to us that you have the power of hope? I don't believe it!
Even though your actions back then did bring hope to many people, Auriel will never die on the holy mountain of Harrogath!
And she has absolutely no chance of giving up hope and authority."
Gruchak spoke his thoughts directly.
There was no need for him to hide anything from Aidan.
"It is justice, although I don't think this authority is very suitable for me.
But something is better than nothing.
Although now I think about it, this may also be part of the plan of those archangels."
Aidan shook his head.
Then he took a swig of strong drink.
"I wouldn't be surprised. Archangels have never been innocent!"
Gruchak smiled, but his smile was a little ferocious!
He doesn't like archangels, even guys like Auriel and Iprius who have shown kindness.
This is probably a rare consensus between Gruchak and Aidan.
"Have you made a date here?"
Leah asked.
She didn't quite believe that Aidan came here just to see her.
Although Leah hopes this is true.
But Leah also understands that a guy with a huge responsibility like Aidan won't waste time.
Repair the relationship between father and daughter?
This kind of thing is not very important compared to the survival of mankind.
At least that's not the Dark Wanderer that Leah learned from Deckard Cain.
"Yes, but I made an appointment for an hour later.
Even if he arrives a little earlier, it won't be too early."
Aidan said frankly.
"That's your business. I'm just a tavern owner now."
Leah tried her best to show that she didn't care, and then threw a can of wine on Aidan's table.
Gruchak drank and drank, not intending to comment on this.
He just thought that Aidan didn't seem to be as simple as he said, and he didn't intend to get involved too much in Leah and Aidan's affairs.
Gruchak just wanted to keep Leah safe.
Silence soon continued in the tavern.
The person Aidan dated was naturally Nick Fury.
There are also a lot of things to discuss between him and Nick Fury.
Especially after Nick Fury submitted the invitation to meet.
The final decision-maker in Canduras is indeed not Leoric, but it is not Aidan either!
The father and son, plus Johanna, formed a somewhat strange decision-making group.
There is a big difference in their behavior, but as long as they are from a human standpoint, there is a possibility of cooperation.
At this time, Canduras has entered such a strange state!
Johanna will not interfere in any development issues of Canduras.
But Johanna will not be absent from some important decisions!
"Paladin? Have you really decided?"
Gruchak still broke the silence and asked.
"Actually, it doesn't matter whether you are a Paladin or a Templar.
It’s just that I have obtained the authority of justice, and it is relatively simple to build the preliminary faith of the Paladin.”
Aidan said somewhat perfunctorily.
Although the tavern is not dark, it is not so bright that it is blinding.
It's perfect for relaxing under the gentle light.
The perfunctory and lazy chat gave Leah's tavern a strange and warm atmosphere.
Aidan continued to drink slowly and silently.
Gruchak was still sitting in a daze, occasionally picking up a strong drink and taking a sip.
Leah sat behind the counter, staring blankly ahead.
This period of time is a bit boring and boring for them.
But this is still a good experience.
Being idle and bored is more relaxing than having to face the threat of the devil.
This silence will have to last at least until Nick Fury arrives.