Guan Heng tossed the ring in his hand: "This ring's energy is depleted. Although I know it's controlled by mental power, I don't know how to replenish its energy. It's useless to me. Do you want it, Tony?"
"I use high-tech armor. I'm not familiar with these magical items," Tony shook his head. "Besides, taking it would be like taking Old Man Man's hatred onto myself. He has the Ten Rings. Until I have absolute confidence, I won't face him directly. You should keep it yourself."
"Hmph, the famous Iron Man, you're just a coward," Guan Heng stuffed the ring into his pocket.
This is A Man's Magic Ring. Although it's currently useless, if I find a way to recharge it later, it will still be a good item in my hands, Guan Heng thought. He didn't think it was a burden. Tony was a super-rich magnate and was almost blinded by the immense treasure in the chest. It was even more so for the two girls, Ai Wei and Lily. They were murmuring to themselves, entranced, as if completely under a spell.
Guan Heng watched and chuckled inwardly. He clapped his hands: "Alright girls, don't just stare. I keep my word. Take whatever you want, two handfuls each."
"Really? Thank you, Mr. Guan!" The two girls' faces lit up with joy. They chattered excitedly, discussing how to grab the treasures from the chest. In the end, they decided to close their eyes, reach into the chest with both hands, grab one handful each, and take whatever they got.
"Wait," Guan Heng suddenly remembered something and stopped the two girls. "Don't grab yet."
"Mr. Guan, why are you going back on your word?" Tears welled up in the girls' eyes, and they were on the verge of crying.
"Don't misunderstand. The treasure will definitely be given. But I feel that letting them take it like this is a bit stingy," Guan Heng said with a smile. "You idiot, I wanted you to take it for them. Among the four of us, your hands are the biggest. You can grab more for them. Hurry up and start."
"You're something else," Tony burst out laughing. "To be so thoughtful in front of such immense wealth, there's probably only you."
The girls stopped crying and smiled. Tony personally grabbed large handfuls of treasure for them and told them to store it well. Ai Wei and Lily happily went back to their rooms to sleep, clutching their jewels. However, their eyes were full of happy little stars, and it was uncertain if they could sleep soundly.
"As for the remaining treasure..." Guan Heng thought for a moment. "Tony, you take it first."
"What?" Tony was greatly surprised, then laughed. "I didn't expect you to be so good to me. Such a generous gift, do you have some hidden motive?"
"Get lost! How many times have I told you, I'm straight!" Guan Heng roared, glaring. "I'm letting you take it first so you can send it to the jewelry stores for appraisal. Besides, Stark Enterprises' security is much better than mine. It'll be safer with you. However, if you see anything you like, pick out thirty to fifty items to play with. I don't mind."
"Heh heh, I knew you wouldn't be that nice to me. You're not giving it all to me," Tony spread his hands.
"You're already the world's number one billionaire. Stop staring at my treasure," Guan Heng said half-jokingly. "Remember, after everything is appraised, sell it immediately. Don't leave anything behind."
Tony was surprised. "This batch of treasure seems to be very valuable. Selling it in a hurry will cause depreciation. Don't you regret it?"
"Treasure is dead. If you leave it there for a hundred years, it won't multiply," Guan Heng said. "Besides, it came out of nowhere. Who cares about losing a little bit? To save trouble, use all the cash you get to buy Stark Enterprises stock."
"Whoa, you trust my company that much?" Tony laughed. "What if my business fails in the future? Your money will go down the drain too. Don't say I didn't warn you."
"I'll just come back here and look around then," Guan Heng said. "Maybe I'll find some more treasure. Worst case scenario, we'll both be beggars. I'll tell you the rules of the Beggar Sect. I'm the leader, and you're... well, a Nine-bag Elder. You definitely won't starve."
"Hahaha!" Tony burst out laughing. "Thank you for your trust. Don't worry, for your investment, I'll work hard to make money too."
The next morning, the yacht finally charged through the reef cluster again and sailed back to the New York City harbor.
"I have to say, Tony's efficiency is quite high. His Stark Enterprises has hundreds of jewelry stores. Appraising the treasure only took a few hours."
"Alright, those treasures will be gradually sold through auction houses. We don't need to worry about these things," Tony patted the documents on the table. "After a rough calculation, it's worth about 11% of Stark Enterprises' shares. Congratulations, Guan Heng, you're now a major shareholder in my company. From now on, we're not just superhero partners, but also business partners."
Heh heh, those aren't my worries anymore. Guan Heng shrugged his shoulders. I'll just hand over the business to you for full management. From now on, if I want to spend money, I'll just ask you.
You're really playing the perfect game, making me worry for you. Tony said with a wry smile. I've become your butler.
The capable should bear more burdens. From now on, your nickname will be Human Meat Jarvis. Guan Heng said. At worst, I'll let you take a commission. That's settled, I'm leaving. After speaking, he made a bye-bye gesture and turned to leave Tony's office.
This kid. Tony couldn't help but shake his head. He's already a billionaire, yet he's still so unreliable. Old habits die hard.
Guan Heng, that's great, you're finally back!
Returning to his residence, just as Guan Heng was about to open his room door, he ran into Peter, who had rushed over.
You guy, where did you go for this whole day and night? Peter said with slight dissatisfaction. I couldn't find any trace of you.
Guan Heng said with a smile, You've already invited Mary Jane home for some intimacy, why are you still looking for me? Are you asking me to be a third wheel? If you two were doing something in the room, and you needed me to stand guard outside the door, that would be torture, understand?
Peter's face turned red. Keep your voice down. Uncle Ben and Aunt Mei don't even know about me and Mary Jane yet. It's still in the confidential stage.
Guan Heng said, Then I won't waste any more time with you. Tell me what you need me for.
Peter sighed. Your Iron General blocked the door, causing me to search all day. I have something very important to tell you, and it's about the Green Goblin.
Looking at Peter Parker's uneasy face, Guan Heng knew that something unavoidable was finally about to happen.
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