Maya Hansen's Research Results

While Tony and Maya Hansen whispered to each other, Aldrich Killian, whom Happy was keeping from getting any closer, continued his fervent introduction:

"It's called the 'Advanced Idea Mechanics Institute,' AIM for short. Got it?"

"I saw it. It's written on your T-shirt," Tony replied, staring at Killian's chest.

"That's right, that's it!"

Having received a response from Tony, Killian grew even more excited, his face flushing red as he prepared to continue his introduction.

Just then, the elevator doors opened, arriving at the floor where Tony and the others' rooms were located.

"Everyone follow the big catfish in front." Since the elevator was a little crowded, Tony began directing traffic, calling Happy, who stood closest to the doors, a "big catfish."

This was because Happy was holding a balloon some bastard had left in the elevator. It was most likely filled with hydrogen, making it a dangerous item, so Happy had casually dealt with it to keep the elevator from becoming unusable in an accident and forcing everyone to take the stairs.

"Thank you. I'll call you."

As Maya Hansen passed Killian, she spoke politely.

Tony, who had been directing traffic, stayed behind until every booze-reeking guest had left the elevator. Then he turned to Killian, who had remained at his side, and said with a serious expression:

"I'm very interested in discussing your work."

"Really?!" Killian looked utterly incredulous.

"That's right. Once I shake these clowns, meet me on the roof in five minutes. I need to wet my whistle first, if you know what I mean."

With that, Tony stepped out of the elevator. Without giving Killian a chance to follow, he pressed the button for the top floor for him, and the doors closed.

"Then I'll see you on the roof! You have to come!" Killian