Hulk's speed was incredible. Despite his massive size, he could leap nearly a hundred meters in a single bound, and even with Natasha giving it her all, she couldn't keep up.
Even with Yang Han's enhancement, it was the same.
"This guy is really powerful," Natasha thought as she watched Hulk disappear from sight, feeling a deep sense of helplessness. Yet, she was immensely grateful that with Yang Han around, she too could possess such an unbeatable strength.
"Now we've lost Banner, and the military...," Natasha trailed off, unable to say more. Just when they were about to succeed, the military intervened, turning Banner into Hulk. The most frustrating part was that she couldn't match Hulk's speed and could only watch him vanish.
Even she found the situation extremely tricky now. She had no idea where Banner might go, and her appearance would certainly make Banner suspicious. Even though she was wrapped in the Venom Suit and had altered her voice, Banner wasn't a fool. Why would she know about his cousin?
It might be another trap waiting for him. Even if they went to Los Angeles to wait for a chance, they might not encounter him.
"This is a bit troublesome now. I guess I'll have to report to Nick Fury. Even if we go to his cousin Jennifer's place to wait, we probably won't catch him. He's not stupid," Natasha said helplessly.
"That's simple. In the information Nick Fury gave you, there's data about General Ross's daughter, Betty Ross. Betty was Banner's former girlfriend, the only person he trusts. We can go to Culver University in Virginia to wait for him. I'm eighty percent sure Banner will look for Betty," Yang Han said calmly. With foreknowledge of the plot, he naturally knew that after returning to the United States, Banner would seek out Betty.
"I'll report to Nick Fury first. Banner can't use his identification. If he wants to travel from Brazil to the United States, it will take at least a week to half a month. We only need less than a day," Natasha nodded, taking out a satellite-encrypted communicator to report the situation to Nick Fury.
As an agent, reporting intelligence is confidential. Without using a satellite-encrypted communicator, it could easily be intercepted.
"The military? Okay, I understand. Natasha, when you return this time, I think you'll have plenty of time to rest. I'll leave the matter of Banner entirely to you. We'll monitor Culver University in Virginia. When Banner arrives, we'll have you make contact," Nick Fury instructed. This story is hosted at g.com.
"No problem," Natasha shrugged and said lightly.
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In New York City, there are two industrial giants located in the city center. One of them has a giant letter decoration on top, spelling out Stark, which is the famous Stark Industries. Since World War II, it has been a leader in the military industry, now managed by the playboy and genius military scientist Tony Stark.
The other is the Osborn Group, at the forefront of biotechnology. Compared to the modernist style of Stark Tower, Oscorp Tower appears more conservative. Both towers are grand structures over a hundred floors high. Originally, Oscorp Tower was taller, but after renovations last year, Stark Tower is now taller than Oscorp.
The leaders of these two companies are also vastly different in personality.
Tony Stark, the head of Stark Industries, is a world-renowned playboy. Rumor has it that he spends ninety percent of his time fooling around with beautiful women, nine percent on research, and only one percent managing the company.
In contrast, Norman Osborn, the head of the Osborn Group, is a very low-key bioengineering scientist. Despite numerous achievements in his life, he rarely appears in the media. Especially in recent years, rumors of Norman Osborn's serious illness have surfaced, and no one has seen him in public since.
However, in terms of market value, both companies are on the same level. If Tony Stark were to focus more on running the company rather than creating tabloid news, Stark Industries would surpass the Osborn Group; it's just a matter of time.
At this moment, in front of the Osborn Group, many young students were gathered, seemingly preparing to start internships at the company.
"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Osborn Group's summer internship program."
A charming young woman stood in the center of the hall, introducing herself to the crowd. She had long, silky blonde hair and large, expressive sapphire-blue eyes. Although her white lab coat didn't show off her figure, her long legs were eye-catching, and her brown knee-high boots paired with the lab coat made her look adorable and charming.
Many of the boys in the hall were nerdy types from school, including Peter Parker, who was staring in awe. Most of them had little experience interacting with such a beautiful girl. The hall was unusually quiet, and Harry Osborn glanced at the dumbfounded Peter Parker, teasing, "What do you think? Do you like her?" Read the latest chapters at g.com.
Peter Parker's cheeks flushed with embarrassment as he replied, "She's okay."
"Okay? In what way? I think she's great in every way," Harry Osborn whispered teasingly.
Peter Parker, being a shy and talented student, not yet the Spider-Man of the future, couldn't withstand Harry's teasing.
He immediately closed his mouth and focused intently on the beauty in front of him, listening to her speech.
Seeing Peter Parker's reaction, Harry smiled slightly. As the heir to the Osborn Group, he was undoubtedly outstanding, and many people tried to get close to him.
But he only had Peter Parker as a friend because he could sense that everyone else had ulterior motives.
"I'm Gwen Stacy, from Midtown School of Science and Technology in New York. I've been interning with Dr. Connors' team for a year, and I'll be your internship leader for the next two months. Please follow my lead and don't wander around. If you don't have security clearance, don't enter rooms you're not supposed to. The security here isn't very friendly."
"Alright, please follow me," Gwen said, finishing the instructions without much formality, and prepared to lead everyone to Dr. Connors' lab.
"Peter, do you want to get to know her?" Harry didn't give up on teasing his friend and continued to ask.
"What?" Peter Parker looked up, bewildered, at his friend.
Before Peter could react, Harry grabbed him and caught up with Gwen, who was walking ahead.
"Hey, wait!" Although Peter was interested, his naturally shy nature meant he couldn't be as bold and confident as Harry.