At this point, Eddie Brock shifted the conversation and said, "But many people complain that your policies toward these orphans are too good. Some even express the desire to abandon their children at the doorstep of your orphanage and let you raise them."
"I heard that orphanage is called Starting Point Orphanage. Is that correct?"
Charles looked at Eddie and then asked, "Do you also think that those orphans are treated too well? Or do you believe they don't deserve it?"
Upon hearing Charles's counter-question, Eddie Brock knew this wasn't the time to make random remarks. He said, "Mr. Charles, these are just some citizens' concerns. After all, if you lower some of the benefits, it should be able to benefit more people."
"As for these little angels, I believe they deserve it, especially since they have encountered someone like you."
"But some people also think that your actions are just for tax evasion, just like those rich people."
Charles shook his head and said, "This is not a matter of benefitting the general public."
"Even if I, Charles, am wealthy, how many people can I really help?"
"As for the treatment issue, as you said, they deserve it, don't they?"
"As for those who want to abandon their children, the Starting Point Orphanage will not accept them. With my abilities, I can discern which children need help and which do not."
"The problem with these people was addressed from the beginning. Dumping children at the orphanage's doorstep does not solve the problem. After we find their parents, we will still send them back."
"As for the tax evasion issue, what we need to look at is what the charity fund has done, not how much tax has been avoided. After all, this is government policy."
"Okay, Mr. Charles, you make a lot of sense."
"In fact, the public is very curious about how you acquired your current power."
"You don't seem like Iron Man, relying on a set of high-tech equipment, but rather it's your own strength."
"Some have even suspected that you are an enhanced person introduced by Stark Industries, but this suggestion has been denied."
"At the same time, many people have various interpretations of your fee-based assistance."
Looking at the two questions Eddie Brock raised in succession, Charles didn't mind and simply said, "As for my own strength, I'm not very clear myself."
"After all, there's no opponent who can push me to go all out!"
Eddie suddenly asked, "What about Iron Man?"
Charles smiled, "Tony and I are friends, not enemies."
"As for Charles Agency, it doesn't provide free services. It's a business, a company. Even the guys on Wall Street have come to me and asked if I want to take the agency public and issue stocks."
"But if I'm walking down the street and encounter a robbery or other disaster, I won't just stand by."
However, Charles rarely walks down the street, and even if he does encounter such situations, it's just a matter of lending a hand.
Soon, Eddie Brock's interview came to an end.
During the interview, Eddie wanted to ask some explosive questions, such as whether Charles and Tony were friends, if they had similar hobbies like sleeping with the cover girls on Playboy, or about Charles's background.
But he didn't get any results.
Also, despite complaints online about not receiving help, Eddie couldn't find any dirt on Charles. He couldn't even guess that the man in front of him was once a legendary underground assassin.
At the end of the interview, Charles spoke up, "Eddie Brock, if you ever want to change jobs, you can come find me."
"My company also has a media division, which should allow you to do your own thing."
"Thank you, Mr. Charles, I will consider it."
Upon hearing Charles's invitation, Eddie Brock didn't mind, but he still took one of Charles's business cards. After all, it's necessary to maintain relationships with such important figures.
As Eddie Brock bid farewell and left, Charles summoned Might Guy and then called in members of the third team to take their teacher back.
As for Naruto, who was out on a mission, Charles didn't merge him with a card. As for Ao, Charles planned to wait a little longer for the other Mist Shinobis to arrive before manifesting him as well.
After completing these tasks, Charles instructed Red Queen to gather information on the Life Foundation. He wanted to understand the progress of the symbiote event.
While Red Queen collected data and organized information, Charles entered the training ground to continue honing his chakra and ninjutsu skills.
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On the other side-
After leaving Charles's base, Eddie Brock excitedly rushed back to the Daily Globe.
Although he didn't get any sensational news, he was the first person to interview Charles Doyle, which was a big deal and would surely create a buzz.
Back at the company, Eddie Brock pushed open the boss's office door and said excitedly:
"BOSS, I interviewed the Ninja Immortal, Charles Doyle, today!"
Hearing Eddie Brock's words, Barney Bushkin, the boss of the Daily Globe, also smiled:
"Well, It's you after all, Eddie Brock."
"You're the first person to interview Charles Doyle. I believe your reputation will rise another notch."
"Did you dig up any sensational news?"
"Sorry, there's nothing sensational, but I have a recording of the interview and took a photo with this ninja Immortal."
"Great, this is fantastic."
"I'll have someone organize these materials. I believe when they are aired, our TV station will become a hot topic."
"Eddie Brock, your bonus for this month is doubled!"
Hearing that his bonus was doubled, Eddie Brock smiled, "Thank you, BOSS!"
"Oh, by the way, Eddie, there's another new task for you here."
"There's another big shot who needs an exclusive interview from you!"
Hearing it's another big shot, Eddie Brock asked curiously, "Okay, who am I interviewing?"
"Carlton Drake."
"Eddie Brock, surprised, asked, "Carlton Drake?"
Barney Bushkin nodded, "He's a dreamer. He wants to talk about space rockets."
"He wants to tell the public that rockets are very safe, and crashes are just accidents."
Eddie Brock, with his hands in his pockets, looked at his boss and said, "Um, this guy is probably crazy."
Barney Bushkin said solemnly, "To be honest with you, Drake's little finger can buy our whole company. As long as he's willing, he can turn this building into a garage."
"You, go ask him a few questions about the space project, thank him nicely, and wish him well."
Eddie Brock refused, "He's just a scam artist."
Barney Bushkin leaned back and played the emotional card.
"Eddie, when you were in dire straits, we took you in. Now, the Brock Bulletin is a top-tier program, and you're also the highest-level investigative journalist in the station, but at the end of the day, you're still an employee."
"So, do me a favor, Eddie."
"Please, don't give me that same old speech."
Hearing Bushkin say that, Eddie could only reluctantly agree, "Alright, fine."
Barney Bushkin continued, "Just consider it a favor to me, Eddie."
"Okay, I'll do it."
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