"Hammer Industries robots out of control; Stark Expo turns into a battlefield."
"New York Governor Norman Osborn personally captures the mastermind, Justin Hammer."
"Osborn Group power armor saves citizens—we need law enforcement to be equipped with power armor!"
"power armor played a very important role in this rescue operation. Let's interview one of those involved."
The reporter is interviewing a young Black man lying in a hospital bed.
"When it happened, I was in the plaza watching the main hall broadcast on the big screen. Iron Man stepped onto the stage, and then all those robots aimed at him. He flew off, and then those robots started shooting!"
"Then I felt something was wrong. I wanted to run, but those Steel Soldiers flew out quickly and started destroying things. They blew up the big screen, and that thing almost crushed me!"
"Then the Osborn Group power armor arrived—their color scheme is a bit like a fire truck, and they had armored shields in their hands that protected me underneath."
The young man gestured with his hands as he spoke, looking very excited.
"So that means you weren't crushed? What happened to your leg?"
"I sprained my ankle while running, and someone else stepped on it and broke it." The young man shrugged. "You know, it was very chaotic at the scene."
"Are you saying there was no one guiding the evacuation?"
"Not at first, but the National Guard and the Police arrived immediately. Thank God, it was the first time I was so happy to see them. And those power armors—I used to think they were clunky, but now I think they're very manly. Real men should pilot power armor!"
"So you think the New York government acted in a timely manner?"
"Unfortunately, I have to say so. And I saw the Osborn Group exhibit; that system called ctOS might play a better role in these kinds of events."
The interview continued, but the core message was only one thing:
"ctOS can prevent such incidents from happening again!"
All the news was reporting on what happened at the Expo. Under the dual guidance of facts and public opinion, the launch of ctOS became a certainty. Although many people still held opposing views, they were no longer a threat before someone could organize them.
As for information sharing, the Osborn Group will cooperate with the NYPD.
After several operations, the public's impression of the Police has improved greatly, and the NYPD has also become loyal supporters of Norman.
These attacks made the entire state tense. Norman returned to the state government to push for the implementation of several bills. Once the bills passed, the deployment of the National Guard would be even faster, without the need for excuses like exercises.
With Osborn's sponsorship, New York state legislators also mentioned a proposal in Congress to mandate the deployment of power armor for law enforcement agencies, but this proposal is sensitive and still requires 'discussion.'
New York was about to be turned into Osborn's backyard.
The military, the Police, the judiciary—once ctOS is set up, the last piece of the puzzle will be filled.
Harry and Tony walked together near the ruins of the Stark Industrial Park.
"You dealt with Ivan, didn't you? He couldn't have really only had the drones up his sleeve," Tony said.
"No, the New York state government dealt with him; the Osborn Group just provided the funding." Although Harry said this, the expression on his face clearly said to Tony: That's right, it was me.
"I could have dealt with Vanko."
"Yeah, I believe that. The statistics are out; no one died because of it, but there are quite a few injuries and disabilities."
Tony stopped and walked up to Harry.
"We need a way to prevent similar incidents from happening again."
"I don't deny it, but if you're talking about forming a Superman League, I still refuse."
Harry guessed what Tony was going to say next, but he really had no interest in joining the Avengers.
"Why? You have the ability, and I can see you have a sense of responsibility. What you've done has helped these people."
hearing Tony's words, Harry just smiled.
"The Avengers are basically half-subordinate to S.H.I.E.L.D., S.H.I.E.L.D. is subordinate to the UN Security Council, the UN Security Council is subordinate to the United Nations, and the United Nations is currently used to coordinate the five permanent members in dividing the World. Norman can choose to become the President of the strongest among the five; why would Harry go join the Avengers?"
It's a bit like a coal tycoon's son going to work in a coal mine.
Of course, after the Battle of New York, the United States' strength will be greatly reduced, but the end of hegemony doesn't mean others will become stronger; on the contrary, others will also become weaker.
The only question is who will re-establish a new order.
"You hit the nail on the head. I've already helped these people, so why should I go to some superhero gathering?" Harry walked to the ruins and spread his hands.
Right here, the Osborn Group's power armor saved dozens of people from being crushed by the collapsing observation tower.
"We can unite to achieve more things!"
Tony's expression was serious; he was truly starting to agree with the Avengers' philosophy.
Harry actually didn't dislike the Avengers, but he wasn't a fanatic fan of superheroes. Being a capitalist was much more comfortable.
"No, but thanks anyway. Actually, didn't we unite pretty well this time? The NYPD, the National Guard, you, and Osborn."
Harry continued, "I don't like putting on a flashy uniform and running around. That's it."
The two looked at each other for a while. Tony sighed and stopped insisting on recruiting Harry.
Besides, although he was now a consultant, he didn't fully trust S.H.I.E.L.D. either.
After walking for a bit longer, Tony started a new topic: "I saw that ctOS system you showcased. It's pretty good. Where did you dig up that talent? Don't tell me it was your own idea."
"Chicago. And don't even think about hacking into ctOS; don't say I didn't warn you."
Facing Harry's warning, Tony shrugged indifferently.
Just kidding, what network couldn't he access? He'd hacked into that Oracle communication network whenever he wanted. Having artificial intelligence meant he could do whatever he liked.
"Speaking of which, where's that artificial intelligence I gave you?" Tony's eyes flickered unnaturally around him. "How come I don't see you using it?"
Harry looked at Tony with a half-smile: Don't see me using it? You mean you can't see Osborn's internal data, right?
"I didn't intend to use it for that in the first place."
"Then what are you using it for?"
"Educating a kid."
The words 'educating a kid' left Tony's face full of question marks.
That thing was indeed used to educate Lening, allowing Lening to achieve the goal of communicating with artificial intelligence by controlling electric currents, which could train its data processing capabilities.
This was also how Lening learned skills such as quickly copying information, controlling screens, and identifying signals.
Once ctOS goes online, Lening will be able to learn these things faster and then help Harry use ctOS to fully monitor New York.
Or even a much broader area.
"One last thing, Washington is preparing to give me and Rhodey awards."
"I know. Are you here to show off?"
"No, I just think it's strange. Why didn't they give you a medal too? It wouldn't cost that much."
This was true. The Osborn Group played an important role in this attack. If they could award Tony, there was no reason not to award Osborn.
Stark donated money to Congress, and Osborn donated plenty too.
"I just wanted to remind you that Congress might be discussing something again. Be careful."
Harry nodded thoughtfully.
"Does HYDRA want to hold a hearing for me too?"
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