Sending Rings

"Don't even think about refusing. You saved me once, and this is what you deserve."

Even after giving away a fifth of his company's shares, Tony maintained his proud demeanor.

"Tony, why are you doing this?" Kino didn't seem overly pleased by the generous gift. Instead, he placed the documents on the table and gently pushed them back.

"Didn't I say..."

"Tony, you're a businessman, and you're wealthy, but no amount of money would compel someone to thank a life-saver to this extent," Kino looked at him piercingly. "Unless, of course, their last name is Li."

"As expected, I'm not cut out for this kind of thing." Tony's face fell, and he revealed the truth.

"That day, I saw the laser beam from Mandarin's ring. I want to know if you have those rings on you."

"They're right here."

Kino took out ten gem rings and placed them on the table.

"That's right, it's these. Ten percent of the shares are my thanks, and I want to buy another ten percent." Tony said, looking at the gem rings on the table.

Buying all of them was impossible, but one was fine.

"Tony, do you know where they came from?" Kino smiled and shook his head.

"Where did they come from?"

"These rings are the masterpiece of the alien Makluans. Each one possesses extraordinary power. Tony, how much do you think you could buy one for?"

Kino picked up a ring, and it reflected the dazzling sunlight.

"Alien technology... Forget I said anything. I didn't expect there to be things that even I, Tony Stark, can't afford."

Tony's eyes burned with desire for a moment, but then he laughed self-deprecatingly.

If it truly was alien technology, its value couldn't be measured in money.

Just deciphering the technology within would bring profits enough to create a new military-industrial empire.

"Here."

A red ring landed in Tony's hand.

"Didn't you say you wouldn't sell?"

Tony looked at the ring in his hand, bewildered.

"I'm not selling, but I can give one to a friend."

Kino smiled. He had a good impression of Tony, both from his performance in the cave and from the movies in his past life, where he always dared to be the first.

These all showed his character, so giving away a ring to make a friend was a worthwhile trade.

Tony tightly gripped the ring in his hand, his eyes filled with surprise and emotion. "Kino, this gift is too precious. I... I don't know what to say."

Kino waved his hand. "No need to be so polite, Tony. Like you said, friends don't need to be too calculative."

Tony nodded solemnly. "I will definitely cherish this gift and do my best to explore its mysteries. However, I'm still very curious, what special abilities does this ring have?"

"Your ring is the Flame Ring. It contains the miniature heart of a star and can emit infrared radiation or heat, with the intensity controlled by the wearer. Also, be careful when you're researching it; don't blow up New York," Kino cautioned him.

"Miniature star heart, energy compression technology, spatial compression, and even brainwave connection technology. So many technologies contained in a small ring." Tony carefully put on the ring and instantly understood how to use it.

"Whoa!"

A half-meter fireball appeared in Tony's hand. Under his control, it danced in the air.

This was the charm of the extraordinary.

It also attracted the attention of Pamela, Venom, and Frank.

Before Tony could enjoy himself, a blue beam shot at the fireball in the air, turning it into an ice ball that fell to the ground and shattered.

"Tony, don't play with fire in someone else's house."

Kino said with displeasure.

"Ahem, sorry, I got a little too excited."

Tony was a bit embarrassed.

At this moment, Pamela walked over and sat on Kino's lap.

"My dear, these rings are so beautiful."

Pamela's eyes sparkled. Few women didn't like shiny gems.

"Choose one if you like it. Wear it for now, and I'll make you a better one when we get married," Kino said, going with the flow.

"Thank you, my dear."

Pamela kissed Kino on the cheek and happily chose a white ring, putting it on her middle finger.

The Cutting Beam Ring perfectly compensated for Pamela's lack of offensive power.

"Does it look good?"

"You look good in anything."

The two flirted shamelessly until Venom walked over. Pamela immediately made space, moving behind Kino to rest her head on his.

Venom sat on Kino's lap and raised her slender, nimble, and fair fingers.

"Help me pick one."

Venom smiled sweetly.

"This one. The color suits you best."

Kino chose a black ring and placed it on Venom's middle finger.

Black Light Ring: Can create an area of absolute darkness that seems to absorb all light. This darkness may be a form of "dark power" similar to that used by invisibility cloaks, dark stars, and shrouds.

"It's beautiful, a reward for you."

Venom gave Kino a light kiss on the lips.

In that instant, time seemed to stand still. Kino felt Venom's soft lips, and an indescribable warmth surged in his heart.

After Venom and Pamela left.

"Rings worth billions, and you just give them away as accessories? Don't you feel any regret?"

Tony asked playfully. He had had his share of women, but he was still surprised by Kino's generosity.

"No regret. As long as they like them."

"Alright, you really are a romantic. But speaking of which, the power of these rings is indeed immense. Aren't you afraid they'll accidentally cause trouble?"

Tony shrugged.

"If any trouble arises, I'll handle it."

With Superman's strength, as long as he didn't provoke any major players in this world, Kino could basically walk all over everyone.

"Oh, right. The military has gone crazy lately. They're secretly capturing Mutants, seemingly looking for someone.

If you accidentally run into them and they cause trouble, call me, and I'll sort it out."

This information about the military's actions was classified, yet Tony revealed it so casually.

"Thank you for the heads-up."

With that, Tony also bid farewell and left.

He had many things to do: developing the Mark II, researching the rings, finding the traitor, and so on. Each was an important matter.

The share transfer contract was left behind, with the understanding that Tony Stark never took back what he gave away.

"Pamela, Venom, let's go out and have some fun."

Kino suddenly had an impulse. He realized he hadn't properly explored this world since arriving.

"Okay! My dear."

"Sure."

Pamela had always wanted to go shopping, so she was very happy to hear Kino's suggestion.

Venom, on the other hand, was indifferent. As long as she could be with Kino, it was fine.

"Frank, do you have any recommendations for places to visit?"

Kino turned to ask Frank.

"Young Master, I recommend Manhattan. It's very prosperous, and since the Madams didn't bring much luggage, they could buy some clothes and such."

"Then let's go there."

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