The Science Duo Joins (Second Update)

After making several inquiries, Bruce Banner finally understood that the consciousness belonging to Hulk within him had indeed vanished completely. He no longer had to worry about losing control after transforming. In fact, if he wanted to, he could go his whole life without transforming again.

For that, he felt heartfelt gratitude toward Dilos, because the latter had resolved the problem that had nearly driven him to despair.

"So, what's your answer?"

Seeing that the timing was right, Dilos extended an olive branch. "Isn't it a terrible waste to leave talents like yours unused? Culver University knows nothing about your abilities, and the military is just a bunch of idiots who only know how to kill the goose that lays the golden eggs."

"With me, you'll have my full support. I can provide any equipment you want, and you can research anything that interests you. You won't be forced by some boss to study things you dislike, like scientists working for other corporations or companies."

"The patents for any knowledge or technology you develop will naturally belong to you, though copies of the knowledge and technology will have to be retained. If you're willing to sell technical products, we can split the profits sixty-forty, since you're the ones doing the research. And if anyone causes you trouble, I can shield you from it. To be honest, with me around, the military won't dare bother you. Even without me, my legal team can help you solve any problems."

Dilos rattled off his terms, attempting to recruit them both.

He was not the sort of person who liked to beat around the bush or haggle. When it came to people with genuine talent, he never minded speaking plainly and paying a price worthy of their abilities.

Bruce Banner and Betty Ross were