"Hey, stinky old man." As soon as the press conference ended, Mark, who was backstage, immediately ran to Tony with an unfriendly expression." Why don't I remember that I authorized Stark Industries to produce it? I don't remember mentioning that you're going to tell anyone about me today.”
Looking at the angry Mark questioning him, Tony's eyes darted around a few times before he braced himself and replied,""Actually, it was also a last-minute idea.”
As soon as he said that, he noticed a hint of danger in Mark's expression. Tony quickly continued,"Don't be anxious. Let me explain!”
It was no wonder Tony was so afraid of Mark's anger. Although the father and son rarely spent time together, some things still made Tony's hair stand on end when he thought about them.
He still remembered when Mark was six years old, Tony complained that the magnetic levitation bicycle he made at that time was a waste of talent and useless. In the end, Mark secretly replaced the shower gel in the bathroom with the hardened foam he had prepared, leaving Tony, who was showering that night, trapped in the bathroom for the entire night.
The next day, when the bubble lost its effect and Tony escaped, he was about to settle the score with Mark. Mark's words left a deep psychological shadow on him, so Tony did not dare to make Mark angry again." Dad, you're out. I wanted to take a few photos to commemorate you and then put you on display at the door. He did not expect this formula to be so useless. The effect only lasted for one night.”
It was also because of this memorable experience that Tony immediately explained to him when he saw the little face at the door that had begun to darken,""Although it was a last-minute idea for me to let you show your face in front of the national media. But think about it, as the son of Tony Stark and the future heir of Stark Industries, from the moment you returned to my side, it was impossible for you to escape the spotlight of the media.
You're already 14 years old now, and you'll be an adult in a few years. With me helping you build up your reputation, and you're a top genius yourself, when you take over the company from me, the board of directors won't cause you any trouble.”
"But I just want to keep a low profile and develop. If you're in the limelight, you might be kidnapped one day to make weapons. Besides, who wants to integrate Stark Industries? I'm a man obsessed with knowledge. I can't be bothered to care about company affairs. I think you should take advantage of the fact that your kidney deficiency isn't too serious and give birth to an heir with Sister Pepper.”
When Pepper heard Mark's words, a blush immediately appeared on her fair face. Tony also reacted violently and said loudly with a flushed face,"You're so young and you don't learn well. Is this something you should care about?
Let's get down to business. Regarding Da Bai's authorization, I plan to set up a company in your name to operate the various technologies and future inventions that you've accumulated over the years. The company will be 100% controlled by you and will only handle all matters related to you. As for Da Bai's license fee, we'll negotiate it after the company is established. Don't worry, I won't give you a single cent less.”
"Alright, I accept your explanation. For the sake of money, I won't make things difficult for you. However, there will be no next time. If you dare to act first and report later, be careful that I will pour the latest super spicy vegetable on your underwear.”
Tony's entire body trembled. At the same time, he felt a little lucky. Fortunately, he had managed to fool the matter just now. Otherwise, the sour feeling would have been unbelievable. "Don't worry, there won't be a next time. I promise!”
At this moment, Tony saw Obadiah Stein walking towards him with a dark expression not far away. He was overjoyed."Oh, Obadiah is here. Looking at his serious expression, he must have something important to tell me. Mark, you follow your sister Pepper.”
Tony, who saw Obadiah as his savior, immediately used him as an excuse to get rid of Mark. Wiping the sweat off his forehead, Tony went up to Obadiah and said,""Uncle Obi, why are you looking for me?”
"You did well just now, Tony!”Obadiah said ironically.
"I think so too." Tony said.
"Tony, how much do you think Stark Industries 'stock price will fall tomorrow?”Obadia's face darkened even more when he saw Tony still looking sloppy.
"An optimistic estimate is 40 points."
"That's the least." Obadiah lit a cigar for himself and wanted to calm down.
"Yes, I am."
"Tony, we are a weapon manufacturer!”
"Obi, I don't want us to leave behind only a bunch of numbers.”
"This is our job. We are arms dealers, so we should be making weapons.”
"Not anymore. I've already announced that Stark Industries will enter the medical field. We will become a more profitable and greater company.”
"Are you talking about Little Mark's inflatable doll? Who would believe something invented by a fourteen-year-old child? It couldn't save Stark Industries 'stock price.”
"Then how about we talk about the ark reactor? I'm also very optimistic about the new energy field."
"Please, Tony. The ark reactor was just a gimmick. It was built to shut the mouths of the media and politicians.”
As he spoke, Obadiah pointed to the center of the exhibition hall, where the prototype of the ark reactor was made by Howard Stark.
"But he succeeded." Tony insisted.
"Yes, but that was as a scientific project. We knew before we built it that the ark reactor technology was a dead end, right?”
"Perhaps."
"Am I right? How long has it been since we made a breakthrough in this technology? According to them, it has been thirty years."
"Can your poker face get any uglier? Tell me who told you that I made a breakthrough in technology. Pepper or Rhode?"
"Don't worry about it, Tony. I want to see it."
"Pepper or Rhode?"
Alright, it's Rhode."
Hearing the answer, Tony unbuttoned his shirt and showed the ark reactor in front of Obadiah." It works."”
"Alright, alright." Seeing what he wanted, Obadiah revealed a greedy smile. He put his arm around Tony's shoulder and said affectionately,""Listen to me, Tony. We're a team, understand? As long as we work together, there's nothing we can't do, just like your father and I.”
"Sorry, Obi. I didn't discuss it with you in advance, but if I told you…"
"Tony, Tony." Obadiah stopped Tony from explaining." Listen to me. There will be no more preparation, aiming, and ignition. Do you understand what I mean?”
"That's right. These are the paths my father took back then.”
"Yes, Tony. Try to keep a low profile and leave the rest to me.”
……
" There's definitely something wrong with that guy."
"What?" Pepper was puzzled by Mark's sudden words.
"I'm talking about that old man, Obadiah. Tony's accident definitely has something to do with him.”Looking at Obadiah Stein, who was talking to Tony like a kind elder, Mark decided to give Pepper a heads-up.
Mark knew that the mastermind behind Tony's accident was Obadiah. However, he did not have any evidence in his hands. Based on his familiarity with the plot in his previous life, he could not use it as a reason to accuse the other party. Therefore, the best way was to plant a seed of doubt in Pepper's heart and influence Tony's thoughts through Pepper.
"The only people in the company who know about Tony's itinerary are you, the secretary, and Obadiah, the vice chairman. Since the terrorists can accurately ambush Tony's only way out, it must be one of you who leaked the information.
I believe that this person isn't your Sister Little Chili Pepper, so it can only be this old man.”
"Could it really be him?" Hearing Mark's analysis, Pepper was also suspicious. Although she could not produce evidence to prove it, she knew that she had never betrayed Tony. If Mark's analysis was correct, then Obadiah really…
"Alright, Sister Little Chili Pepper, don't think about these things anymore. After all, it's just my personal speculation. Don't tell anyone. Also, I want to ask you to do something for me…"
Looking at the suddenly embarrassed Mark, Pepper chuckled." You're still playing this game with me. Tell me what you want. I'll definitely help you do it if I can."”
"You know, I've scammed a lot of money from my father over the years. I want you to help me find a reliable financial company and help me buy Stark Industries 'stocks with all the money tomorrow.”
"No problem." Pepper agreed without hesitation.
"Aren't you going to persuade me?" Mark was a little curious as to why Pepper agreed so readily. After all, he had tens of billions of savings in his hands. In addition, everyone knew that Stark's stock would definitely plummet tomorrow. A normal person would not agree to Mark's counter-trend move.
"I believe in Tony and your abilities. Don't forget that you promised to customize a special version of Great White for me.”
"Don't worry. It's a pink custom-made one with a cute loli voice. I'll deliver it to your door tomorrow. I've even thought of a name. How about King Kong Barbie!”
"…I think I'll name it myself.”
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