Experiment

What is a complete and utter defeat?

This is a complete and utter defeat!

Tony, arriving here, had only this thought in his mind. When he realized the military was going to hunt Banner, he had intended to come over.

However, just as he arrived, he happened to witness the scene of Ross and Banner jointly fighting the military.

Facing these burly men, Tony decisively chose to pretend he didn't see them. After collecting some mutated limbs, Tony quickly retreated to avoid being attacked by that group of monsters.

He was just conceited, arrogant, full of himself, tsundere, lecherous, and unreasonable; he was far from stupid.

He had seen their combat power before. How could he dare to fight these powerhouses alone when they had annihilated an entire army so directly?

Of course, if someone else had seen it, it might have been different.

Moreover, seeing General Ross turned into this state, Tony was basically certain of the reality of the chaotic power.

"And where would that book, The Gh'gth Revelations, be?"

Back in the lab, Tony pondered inwardly. Even with Jarvis searching at full capacity, he couldn't find the slightest trace of this prophetic book.

If this book truly existed in history, it wouldn't be hidden so perfectly, with not even a clue to be found.

The only related item was that letter.

If he hadn't actually witnessed the chaotic power related to the prophecy in the letter today, Tony would have truly doubted its authenticity.

"Chaotic power..."

Tony muttered to himself, his eyes flashing with curiosity and vigilance.

This power far exceeded the understanding of current human technology. The meaning conveyed in the letter was that perhaps this power was the source of destruction.

If it wasn't stopped in time, it could very well become a significant factor in the world's destruction.

However, if used properly, it might also hold infinite potential, perhaps even capable of protecting the world.

He stood before a massive holographic projection, the screen flickering with various complex data and images, all key information he was using to analyze the chaotic power.

By studying the samples of mutated limbs, he used advanced gene sequencing technology and energy analyzers to try and decipher the essence of the chaotic power.

The idea was beautiful, but reality was cruel.

No matter how he studied it with his instruments, he couldn't detect this power, let alone the principles of its operation.

Tony's brow furrowed, the data and images before him seeming like an invisible wall, separating him from the truth of the chaotic power.

With the current technological means, it was almost impossible to completely unveil the mysterious veil of this power.

Rubbing his aching head, Tony left the laboratory and happened to run into his personal secretary, Natalie.

Seeing Tony emerge from the lab looking exhausted, Natalie immediately stepped forward, holding a cup of his favorite custom-made coffee. She said softly, "Mr. Stark, you look so tired. Have some coffee to refresh yourself."

Tony took the coffee and took a sip, giving Natalie a grateful look. He then found a comfortable sofa, sat down, and closed his eyes, trying to relax his tense nerves for a moment.

Natalie stood by, seemingly tidying the room, but her gaze kept stealing glances at Tony.

Natasha had originally accepted a mission from Nick Fury to secretly investigate whether Tony was suitable to be a member of the Avengers. She had infiltrated Stark Industries under the alias "Natalie Rushman" as Tony Stark's personal secretary.

Although Nick Fury had successfully stepped down and gone to work on a farm.

Her mission had not been canceled; instead, she was instructed to further monitor Tony Stark's every move recently.

Natasha was noncommittal about the new director's mission.

She had no impression of Xia Ling, as they had never met. However, from what she heard from Hawkeye, Hill, and Coulson, he was a good director.

Since these elite agents said he was a good director, Natasha accepted that.

After all, having betrayed the KGB, if S.H.I.E.L.D. blacklisted her again.

Then, no matter how big the world was, there would be no place for her.

Tony closed his eyes, enjoying this rare moment of peace, while Natalie carefully adjusted the indoor lighting and temperature for him, ensuring he could rest comfortably.

"Mr. Stark, your workload seems very heavy lately. Are you encountering any difficulties?" Natalie tried to start a conversation casually.

Tony opened his eyes and looked at Natalie, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes.

Although this personal secretary was beautiful, slender, gentle in her demeanor, understanding, and good at pleasing Tony, he still missed the days when Pepper took care of him.

Even though Pepper was inferior to Natalie in every way, Tony just liked her.

"Yes, I've been researching some tricky things lately."

Tony deliberately spoke vaguely, avoiding mentioning the chaotic power directly.

Hearing this, Natasha's heart stirred, but she maintained her composure and continued to press, "Oh? Then this power must be very extraordinary? To make Mr. Stark so preoccupied with researching it."

Tony chuckled, shaking his head. "Extraordinary? Perhaps. I'm trying to understand it now, but progress is slow."

Thinking about his research made Tony's head hurt.

He considered himself a genius and thought nothing in the world could stump him.

But lately, one thing after another had left him unsure of where to start.

Due to the toxic effects of the palladium element used in the Arc Reactor on his chest, he was gradually approaching death, and he had no way to solve it.

His recent research had yielded no progress whatsoever; he couldn't comprehend the principles behind this power.

As for the final book, The Gh'gth Revelations, he had no idea where to even begin looking.

His time was running out. Could he really resolve all these issues one by one?

Tony's thoughts were like a tangled mess of threads; for every knot he untied, it seemed to create more entanglements.

He took a deep breath, trying to sort through his chaotic thoughts.

"Natalie, have you ever heard of the book The Gh'gth Revelations?"

On impulse, Tony blurted out the question, and immediately realized something was off after saying it.

Natasha's eyes flickered with a hint of surprise, but she quickly regained her composure. She shook her head slightly and replied, "Mr. Stark, I haven't heard of the book The Gh'gth Revelations. Is it one of your research projects?"

"No, it's nothing. Forget what I said."

Tony immediately changed his tune, his eyes darting around.

His reaction, however, made Natasha thoughtful.