Chapter 210: The Staff of Asgard
"Hello? Coulson?"
Having bid farewell to Dr. Nathan Garrett, Oaks, who had just come out of Oxford University, made a phone call.
"You guys are pretty quick, huh? Have you packed up everything?"
Oaks didn't quite understand why Coulson, who led the action team alone, had to take on tasks that the peripheral organization of S.H.I.E.L.D. could handle perfectly well.
The members of Coulson's team were also confused.
But Coulson emphasized the danger of extraterrestrial items. After the Battle of New York, the civilian acquisition of extraterrestrial items had caused some bizarre incidents, which had given S.H.I.E.L.D. quite a headache.
So this time, they decided to take matters into their own hands.
"The job isn't finished yet. The quantity of extraterrestrial items is massive."
Since taking charge of the action team alone, Coulson had been carrying out secret missions.
The level of danger might not be particularly high, but it was generally beyond the reach of ordinary agents.
As Nick Fury had said, the Avengers each had their own things to attend to. Unless the situation reached a specific level, they might not intervene, and even if they did, it might not be a good thing.
The purpose of these elite agents was to fill in the gaps.
Of course, there was also the task of covering for the Avengers.
"Mr. Consultant, maybe you should suggest to Thor next time to find some 'god who cleans up his own mess' to take care of these things."
"I haven't been a Consultant for a long time, Coulson, you should know that."
Oaks snorted:
"So, I'm answering your call out of personal friendship. Don't think you can persuade me to help you government workers with some righteous excuse."
"You're the royal advisor of Asgard. The Director has already informed me."
Coulson didn't feel the least bit embarrassed.
"Well, Oaks, in fact, we're no longer in London... Stark's Damage Control Agency has taken over those matters, and we're currently dealing with something else."
"Not in London? You guys move fast!"
Oaks looked at his watch. It hadn't even been two days since the incident.
"We're in Norway, the Trillemarka National Park."
"Norway? Did you hand off your tasks and go on vacation directly?
I remember the last time I talked to Fury, I mentioned that when you guys were on vacation, you could come to the Little rainforest for a barbecue and some oxygen."
Oaks raised an eyebrow at the mention of "Norway," but still spoke casually.
"Barbecues are strictly prohibited in national parks, although the air there is nice."
"...Oaks, we're here investigating a violent incident in which a forest ranger was killed. The culprit severed a thousands-of-years-old Norwegian spruce tree, inside of which was wrapped a metal rod.
Let's put aside how that metal rod got inside the tree for now, but we've detected traces left by the metal rod—
The detection results indicate that this thing is from Asgard."
Coulson finished his long statement in one breath, he paused for a few seconds, and then sighed.
"Oaks, as usual, Thor left without saying a word to any Earth authorities—
Now that this matter is connected to Asgard, the only thing I can think of is to seek help from you, the 'royal advisor'."
"A metal rod."
Oaks nodded instinctively.
"Are there any other clues?"
"Well-crafted, exquisitely carved... Oh, wait a moment."
Coulson seemed to have heard something from the person next to him. When he spoke again, his tone had become solemn.
"Oaks, there was a sudden act of violence on the streets of Oslo. Twenty people injured, three in critical condition.
The perpetrators were a group of over ten people.
After identifying them, the surviving forest ranger revealed that their leader was the person who took the metal rod...
A man and a woman, and they left a declaration behind..."
"A declaration?"
Oaks squinted slightly.
"Oslo, the capital of Norway, and Asgard, religious fanatics?"
"... The declaration they left behind was 'We are gods'."
Coulson paused for a moment.
"We need further analysis of the details, but I have a feeling that we might need your help with this incident."
"My appearance fee is expensive."
Oaks chuckled.
"To be honest, I do not have a good impression of your S.H.I.E.L.D. since the last incident. Even someone as good as me was manipulated. I didn't leave on the spot without helping the Avengers just to give face to you guys."
"...Regarding this matter, I've come to realize something recently as well."
Coulson fell silent for a moment but continued speaking.
"Because of certain decisions made by headquarters, I almost lost two exceptional subordinates. I believe they weren't as lucky as me to have someone as incredible as you by their side in crucial moments.
But the work must go on. Those fanatical terrorists won't give us any peace. The characteristics displayed by this rod are quite intriguing, and I believe you'll be interested—
I remember you asked Sitwell for the specifications of Loki's staff. Did you finish making the action figure?"
"Of course, I'm very efficient."
Oaks raised an eyebrow.
"But it seems you've forgotten that you also had an advisor in matters concerning Asgard."
"...Professor Randolph?"
Coulson quickly recalled that he had realized Professor Randolph's remarkable knowledge of Asgard when Thor first arrived on Earth.
"Now that I think about it, Professor Randolph's understanding of Asgard is extraordinarily accurate."
"Well, it seems you have some ideas. Coincidentally, I also have some things to discuss with him. Since you brought it up, let's meet at the University of Seville."
"Thank you for your help."
Oaks didn't pay much attention to Coulson's gratitude. He was right; the Berserker staff was indeed quite interesting.
S.H.I.E.L.D. had been keeping an eye on Professor Randolph for quite some time.
Even without his reminder, Coulson would have definitely remembered this outspoken and unreserved individual.
Originally, Oaks was just curious about the physiology of the Asgardians and wanted to meet him before going to Asgard. However, due to the sudden appearance of the Supreme Sorcerer, Oaks canceled those plans and went straight to Asgard.
But Professor Randolph knew some other interesting things, and Oaks wanted to learn more.
Initially, Oaks planned to meet him after the fall of S.H.I.E.L.D., but since Coulson was also going to see him this time, it would be better to meet him first.
After all, once S.H.I.E.L.D. fell, Oaks would also have to prepare to start searching for Hydra's legacy.
If the information in Professor Randolph's possession could further confirm his memories, it would be beneficial.
"Moreover, Coulson's team is a remarkable group of people."
Oaks stroked his chin, realizing that the downfall of S.H.I.E.L.D. was approaching.
Should I... try to poach Coulson's team? After all, he is also going to become a director in the future. It won't hurt to take a few agents away, right?
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