General Chris looked at Colonel Rhodes standing next to President Matthew Ellis, his expression noticeably more serious.
Colonel Rhodes had, on multiple occasions, shown bias towards superheroes and slandered them in various meetings.
This greatly infuriated him.
"The last time the aliens attacked, it was evident that superheroes saved humanity."
"In fact, that battle proved that current human technology is insufficient to combat extraterrestrials."
"So, this world needs superheroes."
Colonel Rhodes took a step forward, smiled, and said,
"Of course, I'm not here to refute your words, it's just that the Iron Patriot was created by Tony."
"And from what I understand, you also attempted to secretly create Iron suits."
"It just didn't work out, that's all."
Finishing his statement, Colonel Rhodes shrugged, wearing a look of regret.
These words darkened General Chris's face considerably.
He shifted uncomfortably to ease the tension and sternly addressed Colonel Rhodes,
"Colonel Rhodes, I hope you understand the current situation!"
"We're here to discuss the Mandarins incident, not the previous alien attack!"
"That's in the past, and the aliens won't come again!"
Colonel Rhodes nodded, smiling,
"Very well, let's talk about Inferno then."
"Everyone knows about Infero's battle with Iron Man. Through that battle, we saw his strength."
"Afterward, not only did he defeat Kirian, but he also saved President Matthew Ellis."
"Regardless of the method he used, it's undeniable that he achieved what others couldn't!"
With a glance at General Chris, who was growing restless, Colonel Rhodes cleared his throat and continued,
"In fact, I know something else."
"Besides strength, Inferno has another superpower: luck."
"Through many incidents, we can see that his luck is indeed exceptional, such as..."
Colonel Rhodes paused, pointing to the video General Chris had ordered to be played,
"Even if Kirian did explode due to the Extremis virus backlash, why didn't he suffer the same fate during his battle with Iron Man?"
"Moreover, in their previous fight, Iron Man fired three energy blasts at him, but none hit him."
"I ask you all here present: Who could evade Iron Man's energy blasts three times in a row?"
Colonel Rhodes finished, and the meeting center fell silent.
No one dared to make a definitive claim.
"So, we must acknowledge that luck is also a form of strength, and we must recognize Infero's strength."
"And if luck plays a part in his superpower..."
"Then it also means his luck will keep him away from things that threaten his life."
"So, this might also be why he didn't go to the broadcasting building."
"So, I believe we should carefully consider this operation."
As Colonel Rhodes finished speaking, General Chris let out a few cold laughs.
He looked at President Matthew Ellis, his face filled with disdain,
"President Matthew , did you hear that? Inferno saved you thanks to luck."
"Are you willing to entrust the fate of every citizen to someone who's just a bit luckier?"
With that, General Chris turned to Colonel Rhodes, mockingly saying,
"Colonel Rhodes, if that's what you believe, I suggest you leave your fate to God!"
The meeting center erupted in laughter.
Clearly, they also found Colonel Rhodes's words lacking in credibility.
Colonel Rhodes looked displeased at the situation.
In fact, he himself wasn't confident about this operation.
Mandarins appeared too quickly, and his capture seemed too easy.
Moreover, within less than a day of locating him, he was already surrounded.
Based on his past experience with Mandarins, things couldn't be this simple.
But now, General Chris was only concerned about claiming credit and wouldn't listen to reason.
With this in mind, Colonel Rhodes immediately turned his gaze to Matthew Ellis,
"President Matthew, I believe we should reconsider the doubts raised about Inferno."
"Mandarins is not simple. It's not scientific for him to fall into our trap so easily."
"We should rethink this plan seriously."
"And if this plan fails, not only will everyone hiding in the broadcasting building be in danger, but it will also provoke Mandarins into a second massacre!"
President Matthew Ellis remained stern-faced.
Clearly hesitating.
General Chris, standing beside him, nervously said,
"President Matthew Ellis, you were involved in this plan from the start."
"You know how perfect our plan is."
Matthew Ellis took a deep breath and said,
"Regarding the 'Operation Arrest Mandarins,' we will now proceed to vote."
Colonel Rhodes looked at all the senators in the meeting center, his tone serious,
"Dear senators, I hope you'll consider this carefully."
"If this plan fails and angers Mandarins, we'll be entirely at his mercy."
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