The purpose of this internal meeting of the World Security Council was originally to make a fuss about HYDRA, to see if we could take the opportunity to leverage Fury's status in S.H.I.E.L.D.
However, when Fury offered to resign, they didn't know what to do.
The unexpected development caused several members of the committee to look at each other.
Suddenly, there was an inexplicable silence in the conference hall.
Leon, who was sitting next to Fury, also stared at Fury closely, trying to see something from the dark face.
But who is Fury?
That's an old coin known as the "king of spies"!
Leon could only see a trace of calmness on Fury's expressionless black face.
Reminiscing about the conversation in the waiting room just now, Leon couldn't help frowning, as if he understood something.
Although I don't know exactly what Fury is playing, such a result is something that the board of directors would like to see.
After all, Fury's influence is too great, and the council is unwilling to tear his face head-on with him.
Being able to gather and disperse is naturally the most ideal result...
In the end, it was the Secretary of State Thaddeus E. Ross who broke the silence.
"Director Nick Fury, are you sure you want to do this?"
"I'm pretty sure."
After a pause, Fury continued: "But, I have a request!"
Hearing that, everyone in the room, including Leon, couldn't help but moved in their hearts, and they all started to play twelve points.
Next, maybe Fury's real purpose...
Under the gazes of everyone, Fury's face under Fury's blindfold remained unchanged, and he said solemnly:
"As for the successor to the new director, I hope to recommend someone."
Hearing this, Rose couldn't help but raised his brows, spread his hands, and then said:
"As the outgoing former director, you definitely have such power. Your recommendation will be seriously considered by the board. Come on, who do you plan to recommend?"
In Rose's words, it can be heard that they did not hesitation or retain, and they directly accepted Fury's resignation.
Fury was not too surprised by this. He just glanced at Leon beside him and gave him a profound look before continuing:
"I recommend Leon Coulson, Secretary of the New York Division, as the new SHIELD Director!"
As soon as the voice fell, the eyes of everyone in the conference hall suddenly fell on Leon!
At this moment, everyone present understood why Fury would take Leon and attend this internal meeting together.
Several uncomfortable directors suddenly began to whisper and talk in a low voice.
The identity of Leon is very clear to everyone present.
From the perspective of S.H.I.E.L.D's qualifications and work performance alone, Leon, the youngest branch minister in history, is a perfect candidate for directorship!
Although I have joined S.H.I.E.L.D for less than seven years, my qualifications are not too old. However, Leon's resume is brilliant.
The identity of the Avengers naturally gave him the favor of many S.H.I.E.L.D agents and ordinary people.
Not to mention his huge influence in the military, politics, and business...
The position of SHIELD Director is the key person who is determined by the weighing of various forces and the game. Generally, a few candidates will be screened first, and then the most suitable one will be selected.
If Leon enters the shortlist, Rose even dare to conclude that 100%, Leon will undoubtedly become the next SHIELD Director!
"Is that your purpose..."
Rose, who was surprised, looked at Fury, then glanced at Leon, who was sitting on the seat, with a calm expression on his face, and then said aloud:
"Regarding the choice of this successor, the board of directors will give full consideration to your suggestions and other candidates. Next, we move on to the next agenda of the meeting..."
The purpose of the internal meeting was originally to evaluate Fury and ask questions.
However, as Fury offered to resign, the next meeting agenda became meaningless.
Directors from all over the world have no intention to continue the meeting or talk. They have to quickly report to the government behind them.
Fury's unexpected step will definitely trigger a series of chain reactions, such as the vacuum of power, and the entry of personnel into S.H.I.E.L.D. If you want to profit from it, you must start preparing now.
In the end, this internal meeting lasted only half an hour and ended in a hurry...
Walking out of the conference hall, Fury and Leon did not leave the Capitol immediately, but walked through and came to the center of the Capitol-the rotunda.
Today is not an open day for visitors, so there are only Fury and Leon in the huge hall.
There are 8 large oil paintings on the circular wall, recording 8 major events in American history.
At the moment, Fury is standing in front of the huge oil painting of "George Washington Resigns", his expression is very focused, as if there is something deeply attracted to him in the oil painting.
This scene made Leon couldn't help but think about it.
The oil painting records the story of George Washington, who was America's first president, who resigned after being re-elected for two terms, but when he could have been re-elected.
It was also the actions of Washington that set a precedent for the later president to serve no more than two terms.
This beautiful talk has been talked about by people so far.
In a sense, Fury's resignation this time is very similar to the situation in Washington at that time.
Originally, even if the board was dissatisfied with him again, under the great success of eliminating HYDRA, as long as Fury stood firm, his position as director would still be unshakable.
However, he chose to resign voluntarily and recommended Leon to the board of directors as the new director.
As for why this is done, and the considerations behind this, perhaps only Fury himself knows...
"why me?"
Standing not far behind Fury, Leon finally couldn't help but asked this question.
"Did you know? Ten years ago, when I was recommended by Pierce as the next chief, I asked the same question as you..."
While talking, Fury slowly turned around, looking at Leon's young face seriously, and said solemnly:
"You know that I only trust a few people, and I can count even with one hand."
"The principle of establishing S.H.I.E.L.D is very pure, with only one word: protection. Sometimes it is to protect one person, sometimes it is to protect the entire planet. I see from your body the unwavering belief."
"S.H.I.E.L.D has countless departments, and people like you are the core."
"And now..."
"You will be the leader!"
"As for what to do next, it depends on you..."
"Director!"
Seeing Fury's big hand stretched out and the faint smile blooming at the corner of his mouth, Leon couldn't help but stretched out his right hand and clasped it tightly.
"I will!"