This was also the reason why Blaine couldn't wake him up just now, but he was able to wake him with the pain nerve.
After all, when it came to Natasha and their director, they dared not do anything to the body of Nick Fury.
Blaine suddenly laughed inwardly.
Although the system could no longer rely on loopholes to make money, Blaine could find flaws and bugs in the plot by relying on himself as a time traveler and his understanding of the Marvel world. It was much easier that way.
He only hoped it wouldn't be patched by the system again.
"Huh? What's going on? Pay for everything? Wait, Mr. Hunter, why are you rebelling?"
"I'm here to save lives. Don't rush to transfer money this time—just send it to my account after ten days."
"Wait, what money? Save who? Natasha, what's going on?"
Fury looked utterly confused. He wasn't dead, yet someone had set his head on fire and scammed billions out of him.
"Director, well… this… five billion… you see…"
"Damn it, another five billion? You might as well let me die… Uh, uh, my blood pressure's spiking…"
Seeing Fury get so angry, Blaine couldn't help but laugh a little.
It was indeed too funny. At this moment, Fury was both furious and anxious inside.
"Mr. Hunter, look—I'm not dead. There was a problem with this mission from the start, look…"
Nick didn't dare say it aloud, but though unwilling, he still had to respectfully call Blaine Mr. Hunter and beg him to waive the fee.
"Don't bother. I have principles. You can't lose any points; otherwise, don't blame me for not giving you face."
Blaine knew very well: Fury was tough, but five billion was nothing he couldn't get. It would just sting for a while.
Now Fury was thinking, maybe with so many professional ties, if he played the emotional card, pleaded hardship, and reminded the Hunter of their long-term partnership, he might get him to waive the five billion this time.
But against someone with mind-reading skills, there was nowhere to hide.
And besides—Blaine wasn't about to give away money from his own pocket.
Seeing the Bounty Hunter's ruthlessness, Fury cursed in his heart.
'Such a brat, why's he so greedy for money? Is this kid burning cash for fun?'
"'amn, a high schooler with powers like this. When I was in high school, I couldn't even solve a math problem. Damn it…'
'Forget it. Admit it. Maybe he'll be useful later. Offending him over five billion isn't worth it.'
'Besides, HYDRA has already infiltrated S.H.I.E.L.D. A major battle is coming.'
Fury really was worthy of being Director of S.H.I.E.L.D—able to think so far ahead even now.
"Well, have you thought it over?"
"Mr. Hunter, fine. The five billion will be all for tuition fees. To make you a friend, I'm willing to pay."
When saying this, Nick deliberately acted like it was an extremely difficult choice.
But no matter how he tried, his dark expression looked as sour as if he'd eaten a dead bat.
"That's fine. Oh, by the way, can you identify your undercover spies?"
Fury's expression said it all. He wasn't doing this for friendship—he just wanted to use Blaine for future benefit.
As for why Blaine suddenly asked, he still had other ideas.
"Don't even mention it. I finally thought of that trick—faking my death—to lure the snake from its hole. But I only caught a few small fry. HYDRA must already be inside S.H.I.E.L.D. Their goal's probably been achieved."
"Then if I say I can help you find the undercover agent, how will you repay me?"
"Mr. Hunter, you're powerful. But even if you help us find them, it may already be too late. Some of S.H.I.E.L.D.'s secrets might have leaked."
"So—do you want my help or not?" Blaine pressed further.
"This… this…"
Honestly, Nick wanted to find the undercover agent. But first, the Hunter's price was outrageous. Second, if the HYDRA mole wasn't eliminated, his position as Director wasn't secure—he couldn't operate freely, always exposed. It was unbearable. Third, if HYDRA had already taken what they wanted and left, then paying more money might not even be worth it.
"I don't know, Mr. Hunter. Couldn't you waive the fee this time? You see, you saved me without much effort, and you've already gotten five billion for nothing, so…"
"Stop. First, this was your mission—I followed it. Second, to complete it, you owe me five billion. It's not 'for nothing.' Third, you can refuse, but imagine the consequences yourself."
"…Then name your price. Just tell me who the undercover agent is, and leave the rest to S.H.I.E.L.D. Can't it be cheaper?"
After careful thought, Nick decided it was better to catch them all.
"If you want to know who the undercover agents are, it's simple. Add another five billion, and I'll tell you a few people. They're definitely HYDRA leaders inside S.H.I.E.L.D. If you catch them and learn HYDRA's purpose, the rest is up to you."
"Ten billion? You… fine. Count it as you said—I'll hire you again."
"Excellent. A pleasure working with you."
After speaking, Blaine released the photos he had prepared.
Looking them over, Fury saw a cropped-haired man who looked like a soldier, and a bald man with glasses.
Weren't they part of the S.H.I.E.L.D. strike team in the elevator—the same group escorting the Mind Stone scepter?
"Mr. Hunter… these guys… you had these on hand? Did you expect me to hire you again?"
"These are HYDRA's leaders inside S.H.I.E.L.D. Now the task is complete. The rest is up to you. Don't forget—I expect confirmation of the payment in ten days."
Blaine avoided Fury's suspicion.
He couldn't very well say outright, I only cheated you for the money.
With that, Blaine strode out. By the time Natasha and Captain America looked toward the door, he was already gone.
An hour later, Blaine was lying on his bed.
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