"Tony, You're Not the Only Genius Scientist"

Super Genius!

Given time to grow and to devote himself to studying the basic theories of modern science, Chen Ji could also achieve significant research results.

They might even rewrite the world order, personally ushering in the Fifth Industrial Revolution and propelling humanity into the interstellar age!

But...

He's out of time!

Five years.

The Divine Awakening will erupt.

All traces of civilization will be gone, and the Earth will be shattered and erased by the Cosmic Celestial!

Therefore, he must unite all the forces he can and gather superheroes around him!

"Can I get Energy Ring, and also magical metal?"

"If I choose to refuse, you'll look for other partners, won't you? Bruce Banner, or Reed Richards?"

Tony pinched his chin, his mind racing.

I carefully considered the pros and cons.

In conclusion

He couldn't afford to miss this golden opportunity.

He only knew Chen Ji, Mystic Arts Mage, and even if he befriended other Mystic Arts Mage, he might not be able to reach Chen Ji's status.

It's almost certain that Chen Ji is an anomaly in Kamar-Taj. The Mystic Arts Mage of this reclusive sect must have known about Iron Man's existence long ago, yet they made no attempt to communicate with him.

If Chen Ji chooses another partner, his magical armor and Earth Armor Project will likely become nothing but empty talk!

"Reed Richards?"

He is indeed on my shortlist.

"His mind is no less sharp than yours, Tony."

"And there's another Genius Scientist, Beast Hank, a member of the X Academy, whose intelligence far surpasses that of ordinary people."

Chen Ji smiled.

He didn't recognize Tony Stark.

After all, as a Mutant, his cooperation with Beast Hank would better enhance the friendship between the two factions.

He never forgot that he lived in the 'Old History World'!

If Wolverine Days of Future Past and the New History overwrote the Old History, he'd be in real trouble!

And... Apocalypse!

The pharaoh of the First Dynasty of Ancient Egypt, and the first Mutant in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is currently sleeping beneath Cairo.

If he were to awaken, it would cause quite a stir, and how could he possibly remain uninvolved?

"I agree."

Tony nodded.

Although he had never heard of Beast Hank.

However, it's not hard to see that Chen Ji wasn't without alternatives!

"X Academy..."

"Kamar-Taj already knew about the X Academy of Thought?"

Nick Fury exclaimed in surprise.

"More than that."

"The Sorcerer Supreme and Professor X met in the last century. If a real crisis were to occur, the two powers might cooperate."

Chen Ji smiled.

He gave no hints.

However, Nick Fury was wary, realizing that X Academy and Kamar-Taj had a hidden cooperative relationship.

It seems...

From then on, he needed to carefully consider all matters concerning X Academy to avoid incurring the wrath of the entire Kamar-Taj!

"Fury."

"It's almost time."

"We should go back and rest."

Steve Rogers looked somewhat tired.

After all, Chen Ji and Tony Stark's conversation had strayed into professional territory, completely outside his comprehension.

The banquet had already ended.

Taking my leave at this time is just right.

Let's go.

I have official business to attend to tomorrow.

Nick Fury nodded silently.

Immediately, the two boarded the supersonic fighter jet, the roar of its engine echoing through the sky, and disappeared from everyone's sight.

Chen Ji and Tony Stark also moved to the laboratory.

Tony Stark was initially full of confidence in the results of his tireless research, until Chen Ji's witty remarks completely shattered his arrogance!

Nanotechnology...

"Applied to Iron Man Armor?"

"I haven't considered that."

Tony listened attentively.

Jarvis has been ordered to collect all available information on nanotechnology to facilitate his further research and practice.

"And there's 3D printing technology."

"Tony."

"If you improve this technology, it will surely amaze the world and bring the Energy Ring to market much sooner."

Chen Ji then put forward another crucial suggestion.

"3D printing technology?"

"You want me to directly deposit and shape the Energy Ring using 3D printing technology?"

Tony's eyes flickered.

He wasn't unaware of the technology.

3D printing technology.

To put it simply, it's 3D printing technology.

However, a major hurdle in this technology has not yet been overcome: how to print solid metal into the required parts?

First, the metal must be dissolved into a liquid state, and then allowed to cool completely the moment the coating is applied.

Otherwise, it will damage the overall shape and characteristics!

The Iron Man Armor he invented had to have extremely strong resistance to impact; directly cutting through metal was the key.

He has already set his sights on aerospace materials.

Gold-Titanium Alloy!

This is the strongest synthetic material known on Earth.

However.

The difficulty of turning Gold-Titanium Alloy into a liquid state and then solidifying it from a liquid state is unimaginable!

It's a complete waste of effort!

"That's why I came to you, Tony."

"Nanotechnology and 3D printing technology, combined, can upgrade your armor—why not?"

Chen Ji's eyes were filled with anticipation.

Throughout the entire Marvel Universe, only Tony Stark has successfully developed nanotech armor.

The nanotech armor worn by Black Panther is at best a nanotech uniform; it lacks any advanced technology and has very limited range and attack methods.

"It seems I'm even better than Beast Hank and Reed Richards."

"Otherwise, you wouldn't have come to me first."

Tony Stark was secretly delighted.

He is not afraid of any difficulties or challenges!

He always wins!

This is a belief derived from knowledge and experience.

After all, not everyone can carve out a suit of Iron Man Armor by hand in a barren, rudimentary cave in the Middle East!

"You're in charge of overcoming the technical difficulties."

"And I will provide you with the materials and the magic."

"Tony."

"It's a pleasure doing business with you."

Chen Ji took the initiative to shake hands.

"Pleasure with your cooperation?"

Tony hesitated for a moment, then grasped Chen Ji's hand, only to withdraw it after a brief touch.

Even if he were a germaphobe, he wouldn't dare offend Chen Ji!

The title of "Acting Sorcerer Supreme of Kamar-Taj" alone is enough to indicate Chen Ji's power and status.

Unless...

He has a thorough understanding of nanotechnology and 3D printing technology!

Only then can we have leverage to negotiate and maneuver with them!

"List."

"If I had the blueprints for the Sling Ring, I could also accelerate the development of the Energy Ring."

Tony Stark is making a crazy suggestion.

Even without the Energy Ring, wouldn't it be a huge win to just possess the Sling Ring?!

With the Sling Ring, he would no longer need any means of transportation and would even have the opportunity to travel to other planetary dimensions, broaden his horizons, and increase his experience—it was simply exciting!

"Feel sorry."

"This is the secret of Kamar-Taj."

"But..."

"Within my capabilities, I will absolutely not let you down."

Chen Ji's eyes flickered.

Even he didn't have the blueprints for the Sling Ring, so how could he possibly share them with Tony Stark?

Sling Ring.

This is a signature artifact forged by the sages of Kamar-Taj.

Throughout the entire Kamar-Taj, only the Ancient One possessed the relevant knowledge and understood its manufacturing and design philosophy!

It's easy to imagine that when he asked to see the design blueprints for the Sling Ring, the Ancient One would bring up the matter of him succeeding as the Sorcerer Supreme again!

I'm numb.

Completely numb!

Does he really intend to remove the word "agent" from his resume?

That won't do!

Without the Ancient One guarding Kamar-Taj, he can't just wander around aimlessly.

After stepping down, Ancient One is free from duties and missions; who knows where she'll go!

He wasn't truly without ambition.

The key point is that he hasn't yet fully exploited the Ancient One's value!

"Are you leaving?"

Tony realized Chen Ji's intention to leave.

"Yes."

"I need to gather materials and funds to purchase magical metals, and that's no small sum."

"The currency used in this Hidden World is not the paper money you are familiar with, but a type of ancient Roman coin."

"Aures Gold Coins"

Chen Ji shrugged.

To date, he has only ten Aures Gold Coins.

Ten.

In the Hidden World, he'd probably be considered penniless.

"Aures Gold Coins"

"This is a coin with considerable collectible value."

"The Hidden World is really interesting."

Tony Stark smiled.

In short, his encounter with Chen Ji was more beneficial than harmful.

Once the Energy Ring is created, he will inevitably become a member of the Hidden World!

[Your actions have brought about a major turning point in Kamar-Taj's destiny; you are awarded 500 Luck Value Points.]

"Huh?"

"Kamar-Taj?"

"It seems... the Energy Ring was truly successfully developed in the future?"

"Every Mystic Arts Mage received an Energy Ring, directly leading to the meteoric rise of everything in Kamar-Taj?!"

Chen Ji secretly revealed his delight.

My anticipation has only grown stronger!

However, before that, he must secure a source of funding.

As for the fastest way to make money...

It's undoubtedly about borrowing money!

These days, lending money makes you the boss!

The money-giving boy he chose was none other than William Butcher, the Guardian Mage of the New York Sanctum!

This guy is covered in magical artifacts.

I imagine your allowance is definitely more than you expect!

Don't just think about it, take action!

Chen Ji to open a Mystic Portal, so he prepared to pass through it.

But then...

Happy Hogan suddenly called out to him.

"Mr. Chen..."

"Ms. Pepper and I both need to return to New York. Can we hitch a ride?"

Happy Hogan looked ashamed.

Chen Ji nodded slightly.

Until this moment.

He then realized that he hadn't checked the Entry Panel for either of them yet.

[Name]: Happy Hogan

[Identity]: Full-time Bodyguard

[Entry]: Three-Legged Cat (white), loyal (green), destined to be alone (white).

[Three-Legged Cat] (White): In the field of martial arts and physical skills, he can only be considered Three-Legged Cat.

[Loyal and Devoted] (Green): He is honest and straightforward, and has earned the deep trust of Tony Stark and Pepper Potts. He almost always completes the tasks entrusted to him perfectly.

[Destined to be Alone] (Bai): His romantic path is full of hardships, and he is destined to be without a wife, but in other areas, he has extraordinary good fortune.

"Forever alone...?"

"This can actually be made into an entry?"

Chen Ji was both amused and exasperated.

[Name]: Pepper Potts

[Position]: President of Stark Industries

[Entry]: Astute and capable (white), Lovestruck Mind (white), business expert (green).

[Smart and capable] (White): Before dating Tony Stark, she worked as an assistant for a long time, and almost all the difficult and complicated tasks were no problem for Pepper Potts.

[Lovestruck Mind] (White): She regards love as life itself, has long been in love with Tony Stark, and can always forgive Tony Stark's philandering.

[Business Expert] (Green): Her abilities in the business field have reached the expert level. She will not easily take risks in investment, and is good at maintaining the status quo but lacks boldness.

"Lovestruck Mind?"

"That's very well said."

Chen Ji chuckled inwardly.

Immediately, Pepper Potts Happy Hogan stepped into the Mystic Portal.

With the closure of the Mystic Portal, the two appeared on Bleecker Street, only a few blocks away from Stark Industries.

"How convenient!"

Happy Hogan was full of praise.

Let's go.

There's a morning meeting tomorrow.

Pepper Potts hailed a taxi and got in with Happy.

Chen Ji watched the two men walk away.

Immediately, he rang the doorbell of the New York Sanctum.

But Sally Valence's beautiful eyes widened in surprise, a hint of panic mixed with helplessness, and she quickly stepped aside.

"Acting Sorcerer Supreme"

Congratulations on winning the sect sparring match.

Sally Valence's expression was complicated.

She couldn't help but recall the scene of Chen Ji's first visit to the New York Sanctum.

Master Daniel Drumm arranged for him to be her partner, but she arrogantly claimed that Chen Ji was not qualified!

She's kicking herself now!

Pity.

She never had the chance to partner with him again.

The two men were worlds apart in terms of status and position.

"Um?"

"Sally."

"You come from Hidden Families; you must have amassed considerable wealth."

Chen Ji's heart skipped a beat.

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