Tony Stark

"Here, the burger you wanted."

The car stopped, and Tony, with a few scrapes on his face, got out. Happy, his bodyguard, handed him the burger he had asked for earlier.

"Tony! My dear nephew, you're finally back!"

Obadiah smiled, walked up, and gave Tony a big hug with great enthusiasm.

"Let's go to the hospital first."

Seeing that Tony still seemed to have quite a few injuries, Obadiah said "concernedly."

"No need, I'm fine."

Tony smiled, glanced around, and noticed that the reporters had already arrived. He ignored Obadiah and walked directly towards the reception hall. He had already notified the media before his return, intending to hold an emergency press conference.

At this moment, no one realized that Tony would announce the closure of the weapons division, the largest military industrial department in America, at this very moment!

Chen Mu naturally wouldn't miss this classic scene and followed along with great interest.

"I am completely awake and realize that I can contribute more to this world than just manufacturing explosive weapons. Therefore, I have decided to close the weapons manufacturing department of Stark Enterprises. This decision is effective immediately!"

Tony casually stated his decision. As soon as it was announced, everyone was in an uproar, finding it unbelievable.

"Until I decide on the company's new development direction!"

Even when Obadiah stepped forward to stop Tony from speaking further, it was too late. Tony had already said it, and all the reporters present had heard it. It was clearly impossible to take it back.

"I think today's newspapers will definitely sell like crazy!"

Obadiah forced a smile and tried to salvage the situation on the podium, but it was futile. Tony continued his speech.

"I will find a direction that I believe is suitable and aligns with the nation's highest interests!"

After speaking, Tony chose to leave directly, no longer bothering with anything else.

This was what Obadiah found unbearable. Tony was simply too self-centered. None of his decisions, even if he were going crazy, were ever discussed with anyone before being announced directly. How could Obadiah stand this?

Stark Industries' current scale was also largely due to Obadiah's efforts. However, Tony's actions now were as if he had been thrown aside. Obadiah naturally found it hard to swallow this insult.

"Uh, I think the news we should be focusing on is that Tony is back and healthier than ever. We will discuss this matter further..."

Tony left with a flick of his hand, but he left the mess for Obadiah. He forced a smile and began to answer the reporters' various questions, getting a headache.

Clearly, at this moment, the anger in his heart was about to explode!

As for all of this, Chen Mu watched it all from the perspective of an onlooker, finding it very interesting.

His thoughts were completely different from Tony's, even diametrically opposed.

Tony believed that the weapons he produced had not protected his country and citizens; instead, they had caused them to die by the very weapons meant to protect them.

Filled with guilt and self-blame, he made the decision to close the weapons division.

Chen Mu, however, felt the exact opposite. He believed that only stronger weapons could protect his country, and only a powerful nation could resist all sorts of unknown dangers!

Therefore, Chen Mu had come to America this time, heading to Hammer Industries and Stark. His purpose was nothing more than to use Huaqiangbei's abilities to acquire the weapon technology of these world-leading arms dealers.

Simply put, it was "corporate espionage," but his espionage was something no one could have anticipated.

They probably wouldn't believe it even if he told them – just getting close enough to take a look could yield a considerable portion of the technology, and a simple touch could obtain all of it!

This ability was simply unbelievable, but now, all of this had truly happened. Moreover, Chen Mu had secretly obtained nearly all the super technology from these two major enterprises!

After Tony left, Obadiah began answering the reporters' various questions, trying to salvage the situation. However, none of the reporters present believed his words. It was likely that the explosive news of Tony closing the weapons department would soon spread throughout America, and even the entire world!

"That brat!"

After seeing off all the reporters, Obadiah smiled, and it was clear that his eyes were filled with anger.

"Where did he go?"

Obadiah directly asked his subordinate. He wanted to confront him in person and ask what was wrong with him. As the biggest source of income for Stark, the weapons production department, this guy just decided to shut it down as if he didn't even consider the board of directors. It was infuriating!

Therefore, Obadiah also wanted to see what was wrong with this guy!

"He went to the Arc Reactor."

The subordinate honestly replied.

"Let's go, Mr. Chen Mu."

Obadiah said this, glancing at Chen Mu beside him. In his bad mood, he was no longer as polite as before.

Chen Mu didn't say anything. Obadiah was currently furious, and he wouldn't be foolish enough to provoke him further, so he obediently followed.

Formally meeting Tony was something Chen Mu had wanted to do for a long time.

Following the furious Obadiah, the two quickly arrived at the Arc Reactor. They had just left the place not long ago and were now returning.

When the two entered the reactor research lab, they saw Tony standing blankly beneath the reactor, gazing at the enormous creation before him.

"Look at the mess you've made!"

Obadiah said irritably.

"I guess I've become a target of public criticism now, haven't I?"

Tony said calmly and composedly, as if all of this was well within his expectations.

"You've become the target of public criticism, but what about me?" Obadiah asked, somewhat annoyed. He walked up to Tony, sighed, and said, "I can already imagine Stark's stock market will plummet before long."

"Oh, right, and who is this gentleman?"

Tony noticed Chen Mu following behind Obadiah and looked at him with some curiosity.

"Oh, this is Mr. Chen Mu. We've reached some common ground regarding the smartphone industry and are preparing to discuss it in detail," Obadiah said calmly, showing little interest in introducing Chen Mu.

"Smartphones? That's right, this is a good new target. Perhaps Stark can try making phones," Tony shrugged, seeing the potential of smartphones at that moment.

"Perfect, this can serve as Stark's new industry."

At least it's better than making baby bottles, right?