Chapter 230: C223
The others looked at Tony with puzzled expressions. Compared to Tony Stark—a relatively new ally—they were far more inclined to trust Leon, someone who had proven himself time and again.
Over the years, they had watched Leon closely. He had rescued children from Stryker's military base, saving lives while asking for nothing in return. Whether it was helping Wanda and Pietro, saving the planet from cosmic threats, or taking personal risks to combat unimaginable dangers, Leon's actions had consistently demonstrated his good intentions.
Yet Tony Stark, for all his brilliance, couldn't let it go. His insistence on probing Leon's past stirred discomfort among the group.
Tony remained silent for a moment. Then, with a deep breath, he downed the last of his wine, the glass clinking softly as he set it on the table.
"I'm scared," he admitted, his voice hoarse.
The room fell silent, everyone caught off guard. The idea of Tony Stark—the billionaire genius, the invincible Iron Man—admitting fear was almost unthinkable.
Fear? Of Leon?
Only Nick Fury's face remained impassive.
Tony pointed a finger toward Fury. "You don't think it's just me, do you? Director Fury's scared too."