Incomprehensible Behavioral Logic

Tony Stark hadn't ruled out the possibility.

The mastermind behind his kidnapping might be Harvey Anberaka.

That was why Harvey Anberaka knew he had already created the Arc Reactor.

However, according to the intelligence Jarvis had gathered, Harvey Anberaka spent his days eating and drinking, occasionally picking up girls when the mood struck him for a pleasant evening.

He would occasionally buy luxurious and expensive estates and villas.

Harvey Anberaka rarely left America, spending about ninety-five percent of his time within the country.

Harvey Anberaka mostly drove himself, occasionally speeding, and his driving skills seemed excellent.

It appeared that Harvey Anberaka perfectly fit the profile of a young man who had struck it rich, had plenty of free time, and enjoyed indulging his senses while being a foodie.

Harvey Anberaka also never invited him to any of the banquets or exhibitions he hosted.

Therefore, this was their first meeting before today, and Harvey Anberaka had no reason or opportunity to make an enemy of him.

Most importantly, his trip to Afghanistan had been absolutely secret.

After all, it was a collaboration with the military to test his latest developed weapon, so the only people who knew his itinerary were the military and those closest to him.

This was why, after reviewing Harvey Anberaka's entire history, he had completely ruled out the possibility of him being the mastermind.

Thinking of those who knew his itinerary, Tony Stark's eyes flickered.

Although he didn't know how Harvey Anberaka had found out he had developed the Arc Reactor.

What he did know was what his most important task was now.

Tony Stark began to dedicate himself entirely to researching a new Arc Reactor.

Although he had built the Arc Reactor in Afghanistan, due to the urgent situation and harsh environment at the time, there were areas where the Arc Reactor could be improved.

This current lightbulb-like device was a matter of his life.

Therefore, Tony Stark felt no sleepiness and began working through the night to build it.

The following afternoon, Stark Industries' stock price plummeted overnight, dropping by more than 30 points, and this was not the absolute lowest point.

Stark Industries' market value had effectively evaporated by a third, and countless shareholders who had bought into Stark Industries suffered significant losses.

The news was filled with reports of Stark Industries making foolish decisions.

Many citizens also denounced Tony Stark, questioning why he was so foolish.

The playboy who had once earned the admiration of countless people in New York saw his impression with many in the city drastically decline due to a single decision.

Tony Stark paid no attention to any of this. After improving the Arc Reactor and having Pepper Potts install it, Tony Stark immediately headed to the U.S. Air Force base to meet Rhodey.

The only people he could trust now were Pepper Potts and Rhodey.

However, Tony Stark was met with a rebuff; Rhodey did not agree to cooperate with him.

This forced Tony Stark to return home and begin secretly building the Mark II.

Time passed quickly. In just eleven days, Tony Stark successfully built and tested the Mark II, and it had already undergone a test flight.

After the test flight, Tony Stark had just finalized the color scheme for the Mark III.

But at this moment, Tony Stark suddenly heard Jarvis report news beyond the Mark II.

"Sir, Harvey Anberaka's latest major move has been detected. Do you wish for a report?"

Because Tony Stark had been preoccupied with the Mark II these past few days, his mind didn't immediately recall why Jarvis was suddenly bringing this up.

However, in just a few seconds, Tony Stark remembered his earlier instruction to Jarvis to keep a close eye on Harvey Anberaka.

"Report it. What has he been doing recently?"

Tony Stark asked with some concern, his inner elation from the successful test flight somewhat diminished.

"During the daytime, Harvey Anberaka mortgaged over half of his properties and land, raising three billion five hundred fifty million USD, and purchased a large number of shares in Stark Industries."

"With the shares he currently holds, although he does not yet possess voting control, Harvey Anberaka has fully qualified to attend Stark Industries' board meetings as an observer."

"He can listen to some of Stark Industries' future plans and direction."

"And he can freely enter and exit some of Stark Industries' less secretive venues."

Jarvis stated.

Upon hearing this news, although Tony Stark had anticipated it, he was both shocked and filled with questions when he discovered Harvey Anberaka had actually gone through with it.

"What is this guy's reason for doing this this time?"

Tony Stark knew very well that Stark Industries was still in a period of turmoil.

His decision had caused the stock price to drop by 40 points.

At this time, many people would be eager to get out, and although efforts by Obadiah Stane and the board had temporarily stabilized it from falling further, However, to return to his previous peak, Stark Industries would need to make some major moves.

He now had an idea: to shift into the energy industry.

As long as he could utilize the Arc Reactor well, it would undoubtedly be an industry no less profitable than the arms trade.

But before he could even guide Stark Industries through a successful transition, Harvey Anberaka, as if prescient, made a massive purchase.

It seemed he was convinced that Stark Industries would drive their stock prices up again.

Because there were some lingering questions surrounding his kidnapping, Tony Stark intended to investigate whether the true culprit was someone close to him.

Therefore, Tony Stark's decision to transition into the energy industry currently existed only in his mind; he hadn't spoken about it to anyone.

Not even Pepper Potts, who was closest to him, knew what he was planning next.

There was no way for information to have leaked, so Tony Stark couldn't understand Harvey Anberaka's behavior at all.

When Stark Industries was at its zenith and highly favored by many, Harvey Anberaka quietly chose to exit, making a fortune.

Then, while Stark Industries was in a slump and widely disregarded by the public, Harvey Anberaka directly used even more capital than before to purchase a large number of stocks.

This gave Tony Stark the feeling that all his secrets seemed to have been seen through and grasped by Harvey Anberaka.

This feeling made Tony Stark inexplicably agitated.

Tony Stark then suddenly saw the news. Stark Industries' annual charity gala was reporting on his situation, even mentioning his concussion.

"Harvey Anberaka, did he attend this charity gala?"

Tony Stark asked.

"Harvey Anberaka received an invitation, but whether he was present at the venue is unclear, sir."

Jarvis paused and said apologetically.

"You can finish the assembly without me, dear."

Upon hearing that the information couldn't be retrieved, Tony Stark checked the time, left a message, and immediately drove out.

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