Three days after the war, Avengers Tower.
A post-war meeting was being conducted in full swing.
Tony pulled up several post-war loss assessment charts and projected them onto the center of the conference table.
"Guys, even though the casualties were well-controlled this time, the economic losses still give me a heartache."
He tapped on the table and presented the first agenda item.
"We can't always just sit back and take the hits."
"So I propose... initiating the AI Armor Mass-Production Plan."
"We will build a tireless Iron Legion that will surround Earth from space 24 hours a day, keeping threats outside the atmosphere as much as possible!"
According to the original trajectory, Captain America should have slammed the table in opposition by now.
But now, Captain America was behaving incredibly well.
After the Hulk—who was not under Supergiant's control—shattered his spine with a single punch, Captain America finally understood.
Facing these monsters, one truly couldn't afford a shred of soft-heartedness.
Of course, what was more important was that the current Avengers was no longer a dual-power dynamic between the two of them!
Peter was the one in charge of the entire Avengers, and even the entire S.H.I.E.L.D.
Under these circumstances, even if Tony developed some inappropriate thoughts later on, Peter could easily suppress any potential threats.
In that case, why would he bother doing something unnecessary?
Captain America remained silent, and the proposal naturally passed unanimously.
Next was the second agenda item.
"Defense alone isn't enough; we need to have our own eyes."
Peter leaned forward, scanned the crowd, and then spoke:
"In the Battle of New York, if Asgard hadn't helped provide intelligence, the consequences would have been unimaginable."
"This also serves as a reminder that we can't fully rely on the help of Asgardians; we must establish Earth's own outposts in space."
This time, Captain America finally spoke up:
"Peter, your idea is good, but the problem is, who would be willing to stay in lonely space for a long time? Although it's a great mission, it's unfair to anyone."
"Don't worry, Comrade Old Popsicle, I've already thought of the perfect candidate!"
Peter gave Captain America a mysterious smile and then uttered a name that surprised everyone present:
"That is... Nick Fury!"
"Nick Fury?" Captain America couldn't help but blurt out.
After saying it, he instinctively covered his mouth, thinking to himself how he had accidentally spoken his inner thoughts.
Looking around and making sure no one was snickering at him, Steve cleared his throat and spoke as if he didn't care:
"That... former Director Nick, wasn't he already transferred to the CIA for dereliction of duty? By now, I'm afraid..."
Captain America wanted to say he'd probably been executed by firing squad ten minutes ago, but he felt it wasn't quite appropriate, so he simply shut up; anyway, everyone understood what he meant.
"That guy has been plotting in S.H.I.E.L.D. for so many years; there's no way he'd be controlled by others so easily."
As Peter spoke, he clicked on a surveillance video. The video recorded Nick Fury being rescued by Skrulls after being put into a CIA vehicle.
"Leave finding him to me. From now on, he'll be responsible for the outpost guard duty in space. It can be considered atonement for his previous dereliction of duty."
Hearing this, no one naturally had any objections.
After the meeting ended, Peter didn't hesitate and immediately stepped onto his flying skateboard, searching for traces of Skrulls across the United States.
Skrulls have perfect shapeshifting abilities, allowing them to lurk in human society unnoticed.
This is a thorny problem for others.
But in front of Peter, who has the Byakugan, it couldn't be easier.
Peter soon found a Skrull, then grabbed him by the neck and had him lead him to the Skrull hideout—Mar-Vell's Near-Earth Orbit Laboratory.
Without any hesitation, Peter charged straight in.
Instantly, alarms blared loudly.
Countless fully armed Skrulls swarmed out from all directions with energy rifles, surrounding him, but not a single one dared to pull the trigger on Peter.
Are you kidding? This group of Skrulls also watches the news!
Who doesn't know now that The Arbiter's strength is so terrifying he can easily blow up even a Chitauri mothership?
With their meager strength, how could they be his match?
"Call your leader out."
Before long, Talos, the leader of the Skrulls on Earth, rushed to the scene.
Peter glanced at the old Skrull and didn't waste any words, asking directly:
"Where is Nick Fury?"
Talos hesitated for a moment but still ordered someone to bring out Fury, who was hiding in a secret room.
Seeing Nick Fury alive and well, Peter couldn't help but mock him:
"Just as I expected, not only are you a HYDRA mole, Nick Fury, but you're also a traitor to Earth."
Nick Fury was fuming with rage, but he also knew Peter must have come looking for him because he could be of use, so he didn't speak and just let Peter vent.
Seeing him like this, Peter felt it was a bit boring, so he simply said to Talos:
"Give him to me. In exchange, I will personally go into space and help you find a habitable Planet that belongs entirely to the Skrulls."
"Once I find a Planet suitable for you, you leave immediately. If I find even one Skrull who dares to stay behind, they will be executed on the spot!"
Hearing this, Talos's originally dull eyes instantly burst with light, and even his breathing quickened:
"Sir, Are... are you serious?"
He even used honorifics.
Peter glanced at the silent Fury next to him and said sarcastically:
"I'm not like Nick Fury over there who likes to make empty promises."
"He will be responsible for monitoring all movements in space at the space outpost in the future. You can continue your reunion in space then."
Recalling Peter's almost omnipotent performance in the news and live broadcasts, easily taking down experts like Supergiant and Black Dwarf.
Talos naturally didn't dare to harbor any doubts and immediately agreed to the deal.
He handed Nick Fury directly over to Peter.
On the way back with Nick Fury, the man observed Peter for a long time before finally asking:
"Why... why did you save me?"
"Don't overthink it," Peter said coldly after glancing at him.
"I simply need a tool!"
After leaving Nick Fury speechless, Peter couldn't help but secretly plan his upcoming space trip.
He was certainly no philanthropist; the reason he made this deal with the Skrulls was entirely for convenience.
He had already thought of a Planet suitable for the Skrulls' survival.
The answer was Star-Lord's father—Ego the Living Planet.
That old fellow is a genuine Celestial. Not only is he incredibly powerful, but most importantly, he possesses the characteristic of energy sharing.
Peter had been coveting this ability for a long time.
As long as he killed Ego.
Firstly, it could provide a living environment for the Skrulls, getting them off Earth.
Secondly, he could use the Omnitrix to extract his genes, making himself a perfect Celestial.
Then, he could share the Celestial power with Gwen, Felicia, and the others, allowing them to break through their own strength limitations!
This move... this move is called 'the Skrulls might make a killing, but I, Peter, never lose!'
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