"Testing complete. Preparing to shut down the power and begin data analysis," J.A.R.V.I.S. reported.
Tony instead said, "Uh, check the weather conditions and air traffic control first, then start monitoring ground control communications."
J.A.R.V.I.S. could not refuse Tony's request. The image on the screen before him changed, displaying the ground-control monitoring symbol.
But J.A.R.V.I.S.'s voice still sounded in Tony's ear, as if it had guessed Stark's next move.
"Sir, a large amount of computation is still required before actual flight."
"J.A.R.V.I.S., sometimes you need to think ahead. It might be better to run before you walk!"
"Ready? Three, two..."
"Hey, Mr. Stark, you're not planning to go outside and test it right now, are you?"
Seeing the Mark II activate again, Leo panicked slightly and slapped Tony's thigh, making a loud thumping sound.
The Mark II's faceplate opened, revealing Tony Stark's face. "Leo, get some rest. I'm going outside to give it a try."
The faceplate lowered again. "Three, two, one!"
Blazing white flames erupted from both hands and feet, propelling the Mark II, which weighed several hundred pounds, into the air.
With the protection of its metal shell and the flying practice he had just gained, Tony leaned forward slightly. The Mark II flew along the automotive track, accelerating faster and faster.
Finally, it shot out of the garage and soared straight into the sky.
Leo also felt a headache coming on. The Mark II, which had originally taken eleven days to build, was now finished in just nine. He had no idea whether that would cause any problems.
Although Leo felt that a large part of the reason was the recovery time saved because he had protected Tony from injury,
he could only let out a helpless sigh. Controlling the metal beneath his feet and the metal attached