Chapter 175: Return
So, even before Oaks' email was received, he himself had returned to the Benevolence Society headquarters.
After arranging the delivery to the New York Sanctum, Oaks gathered the Benevolence Society's top executives, Banner, and Yinsen for a meeting to finalize the relocation plan.
As for Captain America, he had already accepted an invitation from S.H.I.E.L.D. He became an unofficial agent and continued to contribute his strength to world security.
He had special agent authorization but did not belong to S.H.I.E.L.D.
Although he now understood S.H.I.E.L.D.'s principles, he still had reservations about many of their practices.
After discussing with Peggy Carter, Captain America had a long conversation with Nick Fury. In the end, he decided to cooperate with S.H.I.E.L.D. in an unofficial capacity by assisting them wherever his strength was needed.
His Level 8 authorization was specifically for executing special missions and had no other functions.
However, because Peggy Carter still needed the Benevolence Society's unique environment to maintain her youth, Captain America did not actually resign from his position as the Benevolence Society's security supervisor.
When he went on missions, "Advisor" Miss Peggy Carter would take over his duties.
Of course, Carter was well aware that she was not part of the core management of the Benevolence Society.
She had no intention of stealing the Benevolence Society's secrets or monitoring them.
She was already old, and her temporary youth was just to make up for the seventy years of regret.
She wouldn't do anything that would displease Oaks and give up this hard-earned opportunity.
So naturally, she didn't have a place at the core executive meeting this time.
But the "Righteous Avenger" Captain America was qualified to participate as a core executive.
There was also the "legal advisor" who was actually the Benevolence Society's "legal director," Matt Murdock.
However, when the main topics of the meeting were concluded, Oaks realized that there was something else worth celebrating this year.
The Benevolence Society's Secretary-General, Antonio, had completed his master's degree at Columbia University.
Moreover, his graduation results were exceptionally outstanding.
"Ho, a master's degree in environmental science. Congratulations."
Oaks looked at Antonio, whose face was visibly happy, and couldn't help but pat his head.
This guy was no longer the clueless youth when they first met here.
After four years, Antonio had become one of the high-ranking leaders of the Benevolence Society, a group that received the highest award in the field of environmental protection, the Earth Guardian Award.
And during the New York War, Antonio personally directed the Benevolence Society's rescue operations.
The weight of this experience far exceeded his master's degree.
"What are your plans now? I can give you an extended vacation to go home and rest, or are you planning to develop your career in your home country?"
Oaks' meaningful words made the top executives raise their eyebrows in unison.
They were well aware of Antonio's status and abilities, and they also understood what expectations Oaks had for Antonio.
"Mr. Oaks, I have decided to pursue a Ph.D. degree."
Antonio spoke with a serious expression.
"My current position has already earned me great privileges in both my home country and Columbia University--
My application has been approved domestically, and the relevant departments fully support my decision."
"But I plan to pursue a master's degree in agricultural engineering on the basis of my Ph.D. in environmental science!"
"Agricultural engineering?"
Oaks became curious. Although Antonio had a very strong learning ability and his work in the Benevolence Society did not affect his academic performance, but...
"While these two disciplines have some connection, they are like two completely different fields."
Oaks was well aware of the differences between environmental protection and agriculture.
In theory, if Antonio chose to make a name for himself in agriculture, such as breeding and improving crops like wheat and soybeans, his efficiency wouldn't be low.
However, the grain industry was an extremely sensitive industry that could even affect a nation's lifeline.
Unlike things like the beverage "Acorn" and plant-based beef, the issue of food is a major concern.
From public acceptance to national strategy, there are various tangible and intangible limitations he would face.
The path to internationalization is much more difficult than the current route of the Benevolence Society.
Therefore, even though Oaks has reached his current level of reputation, he did not rashly attempt to intervene in the grain industry.
"Well, last year, Academician Yuan Jiujiang, a pioneer in hybrid rice, achieved a miraculous breakthrough in yield with 9000 kilograms per acre on a hundred-acre experimental field.
That experimental field is not far from my hometown, and the feat of 9000 kilograms per acre of rice made me realize that perhaps I can do more."
Antonio pursed his lips, and his somewhat bookish face became resolute in the eyes of others.
"The next step in his plan is to cultivate rice in Gobi desert and saline-alkali lands, effectively expanding the limited arable land area.
And if we can combine our environmental restoration technology with this, it will undoubtedly produce a remarkable effect that will capture the attention of the entire world!
And it will also benefit all of humanity!
But as you said, crossing fields is like crossing mountains. I hope... I can be the one to blaze the trail!"
"I see, If you are inspired by him, then your choice is not surprising."
"So, Mr. Oaks."
Antonio stood up amid everyone's surprised expressions and bowed deeply to Oaks.
"My abilities are limited, and in order to ensure my academic pursuits, I'm afraid I cannot continue to hold the position of Secretary-General..."
"Don't be so quick to doubt yourself."
Oaks waved his hand and, to Antonio's surprise, he took out an exquisite acorn necklace.
"If you have such ideals, why not let me lend a hand?
This is a standard accessory for executives at the Oak Tree Environmental Technology Company. Dr. Banner and Dr. Yinsen both have one. Take it and give it a try."
"Uh..."
Antonio received the acorn necklace in a daze. He had a bracelet made of acorns, but a necklace?
As soon as he put it on, his eyes widened.
It was much more effective than the bracelet!
"Do you have confidence now?"
"Absolutely confident!"
Antonio sat down excitedly. They all had acorn bracelets at the Benevolence Society's top level, and it was this item that allowed him to balance management and his studies.
But this necklace, which was obviously more rare and had a stronger effect, was originally intended for research and development personnel only.
"Now that the discussion is over, next..."
Oaks' fingertips were filled with Nature magical power, and a circular portal appeared before the expectant eyes of everyone.
"I'll take everyone to see our new headquarters!"
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