Chapitre 106: Chapter 106: Mr. Supervisor
Steve, who claimed he could keep Oaks occupied all day, clearly didn't quite get what he wished for.
Unlike these two monsters, Old man Carter and Matt still needed to eat.
So the old man rudely interrupted their battle with his trusty old shovel—it was Texas-style braised pork chops on his menu today.
In November, New York was starting to cool down, but today was an unusually clear and beautiful day.
In the Chairman's office at the Benevolence Society headquarters, Oaks and Steve sat facing each other.
That's right, after their friendly training session, there were a few things that needed to be clarified today.
"While there's a powerful doctor in the company next door, he still needs to transform... It's a bit different from me."
Oaks held a cup of coffee and looked at Steve with a shrug.
"Although I don't care much about it, it's obviously something that matters to you, isn't it?"
"Well... how should I put it," Steve pinched his thick chin and instinctively nodded in response to Oaks' words.
"Your philanthropic organization is really something. A chairman with several special abilities, a doctor who can transform, and a blind but incredibly perceptive legal advisor..."
He let out a wry smile and spread his hands.
"So, it's not that big of a deal, right? I seem to be just an ordinary person among you."
"That actually makes sense when you put it that way."
Oaks laughed. Captain Steve clearly didn't want to reveal his identity, so he decided to play along:
"But as a person, I value character when making friends, and it seems like you're the same kind of person. We get along well, so I really don't care about any special abilities you might have. Even if those abilities might bring some trouble, I have experience dealing with that, right?"
"Well... I suppose that's true."
Steve shifted uncomfortably in his seat.
"Speaking of which, I... I had a major illness before, and when I woke up, it felt like I had missed out on a lot of things. Facing this world again feels strange, but it's quite comforting to see people with special abilities. But I heard that..."
Steve hesitated for a moment, and an image of a bald man flashed through his mind. With determination, he asked:
"That... S.H.I.E.L.D.? Do you have any connection with them?"
"S.H.I.E.L.D.? We had some cooperation with them before. I used to be their environmental consultant, and the Benevolence Society was also affiliated with them."
Seeing Steve's serious gaze, Oaks nodded.
"But now we have no relationship with S.H.I.E.L.D. anymore due to some... ridiculous reasons. However, I accepted their invitation and joined an independent emergency preparedness team to handle special matters that regular military forces can't handle."
"Is the world still dangerous now?"
Steve nodded slightly. Oaks' frankness increased his goodwill, and he had learned about the relationship between the Benevolence Society and S.H.I.E.L.D. during the days he stayed there.
The world's apparent tranquility hadn't made this soldier lose his vigilance. On the contrary, he was always alert in unfamiliar environments, driven by his instinct.
After all, he was disconnected from the world he currently faced.
"There are many... criminals with superpowers, various ambitious organizations, extraterrestrials, and even..."
Oaks' eyes flashed as he spoke in a solemn tone:
"Steve, I apologize, but it's not suitable to tell you more detailed information for now. However, unlike what you see, although the world seems fine on the surface, where there is light, there will inevitably be shadows. As life thrives, death cannot be avoided.
Beneath this shiny facade, there are crises that ordinary people cannot see.
On a larger scale, although there isn't a third world war, regional conflicts have never ceased. Ultimate weapons stockpiled by various countries could potentially destroy the world dozens of times over.
On a smaller scale..."
Oaks shrugged helplessly.
"Even a philanthropic organization like mine, dedicated to improving human living environments, protecting nature, and restoring the natural world, attracts a lot of attention. So sometimes, I have to fight back. By the way, most people are unaware of the transformation."
"I understand."
Steve remained silent for a moment. Oaks had provided quite a bit of information.
But he could easily sense the underlying message in Oaks' words—perhaps the world now is even more dangerous than seventy years ago.
And the other person must know some crucial information that is vital to him.
But for now, he couldn't inquire about what that information was.
His first task was to determine his own position.
Oaks looked at Steve's thoughtful expression and raised an eyebrow.
"It's a bit unbelievable, isn't it? Like extraterrestrials... Well, I've actually seen them."
"Of course, this isn't common knowledge among ordinary people."
Steve let out a breath and then revealed a warm smile.
"But I believe that no matter the era, whenever the people are threatened, there will always be heroes stepping forward—rest assured, I won't blurt out things that shouldn't be said."
"Heroes, huh... That's quite an exaggeration. Are you interested in joining our Benevolence Society?"
Leaning forward, Oaks spoke confidently, facing Steve's widened eyes.
"You're a military veteran? You've been disconnected from society for a long time? We have other veterans like you in the Benevolence Society who've experienced similar confusion. I believe that with a little time, you can adjust.
During this period, what you need to do is to understand and find your rightful place in society as much as possible, and that inevitably involves interacting with various members of society."
"And to be honest, what's a more convenient way than joining a philanthropic organization? As you've seen, the Benevolence Society has people of various races and backgrounds.
Besides our core members, there's a collaborative team composed of individuals from different sectors of society. They come together with different backgrounds because of a shared goal, and the recipients of their services are diverse individuals in society."
He extended his hand with a smile towards Steve.
"Here, you can gain in-depth knowledge of various aspects of this society—perhaps there will be surprises."
Steve paused for a moment, although he always felt a bit peculiar, he had to admit that Oaks made a lot of sense.
During his time here, he had already gained a basic understanding of the situation. The Benevolence Society, as a philanthropic organization, had a short history, but from its establishment until now, the stories he witnessed were the most uplifting and heartwarming since he woke up.
Moreover, he loved this little rainforest and the stray animals they cared for.
True superheroes love animals, after all.
"So... what would my position be? A fitness trainer?"
Steve extended his hand, shaking Oaks' hand, and smiled.
"If you want to improve the physical fitness of the members, I can teach them military training methods."
"Safety supervisor—of course, you can also work as a fitness trainer."
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