"Look who this is! It's our superhero Qin Xiao!"
"It's so good to see you! This plane is really nice. I'm Justin Hammer. You may have seen my picture on the cover of Time recently, but that's nothing compared to what you've done!"
Qin Xiao never expected to meet this guy. He wasn't exactly a villain, nor was he a good guy. In the movie, he was more like a buffoon who even went so far as to imitate Tony Stark.
Qin Xiao was even more surprised that Justin Hammer was so enthusiastic when he saw him. Not only did he greet him warmly, but at the end he even gestured as if Qin Xiao was using a Tang sword to cut through the Iron Monger's leg armor.
"I must say, that slash was absolutely awesome! By the way, compared to Stark, I'm a huge fan of yours!"
Justin Hammer extended his right hand toward Qin Xiao.
Qin Xiao reached out and shook hands with him.
This guy is a contradiction; he always sees Tony as a rival, yet also as an idol.
He has been imitating Tony's speaking and walking style, especially after Tony recently announced that Stark Industries would no longer manufacture weapons.
Justin Hammer's company was inundated with orders from the Department of Department of Defense, its stock soared, and it even graced the cover of Time several times.
This made him even more complacent, believing that he had firmly surpassed Tony.
Unfortunately, with the advent of Tony's Iron Man Armor suit, no matter how many orders the company had, in the eyes of outsiders, Tony was still the undisputed No. 1.
Looking at the man in front of him trying so hard to look like Tony, Qin Xiao found it a little ridiculous.
His attempt to imitate others was clumsy and ridiculous; his jumping around and self-righteous attempt to be funny was completely different from Tony's inherent cynicism.
Hello! Qin Xiao!
Qin Xiao didn't intend to say anything more to this incredibly awkward guy and prepared to leave directly with Daisy and the others.
Unexpectedly, Justin Hammer stepped directly in front of Qin Xiao, blocking his path.
"Wait a minute, there's something I'd like to talk to you about. Are you going to watch the race? Me too. There's a helicopter waiting for me over there. I was thinking we could go up and chat. If you don't mind, are these two beautiful ladies and the strong, handsome man your friends? Want to come along?"
The saying goes, "A fool wouldn't take advantage of a bargain." Since I still have to find a way to get there, hitching a ride on a helicopter is indeed a good idea.
Qin Xiao nodded slightly, and Justin Hammer cheered and quickly ran ahead to lead the way.
"I don't like this guy. He talks in a sarcastic, mocking way, like a stage actor!"
Thor commented with unusual bluntness.
"I don't like this guy either. I bet he's up to no good by contacting you!"
Daisy said, holding Qin Xiao's hand.
The two had a whirlwind romance on the plane. Daisy was quite satisfied with Qin Xiao, and Qin Xiao was like parched land receiving rain after a long drought. So the two decided to continue this fleeting romance until the end of the trip.
"It doesn't matter, we just happen to be lacking a means of transportation, and that helicopter looks pretty good!"
Compared to Tony Stark, Justin Hammer is more like a pure businessman.
Materially, he was in no way inferior to Tony, and in fact, he was even better.
The helicopter that picked him up was a modified Mi-26 developed by the former Soviet Union, and it was over forty meters long.
It's about the size of a small passenger plane, and the interior is decorated like a small Nightclub —quite extravagant.
"As you know, our company is developing individual combat armor, like Tony Stark's Iron Man suit, pew pew pew! But ours is bigger, stronger, and more powerful. This is a project we're developing in collaboration with the Department of Defense, and we believe a finished product will be available very soon!"
As soon as they boarded the helicopter, Justin Hammer pulled Qin Xiao to a sofa and sat down, then immediately launched into a few seemingly random remarks.
"But I heard your project has been put on hold after Tony showed your experimental videos at the last Senate meeting!"
Qin Xiao mercilessly exposed his wounds; a few days ago, he was completely outmatched by Tony in the Senate.
"That was just for show. In reality, we've been continuing all along, and we've even signed a secret agreement!"
Justin Hammer looked smug.
"Then I wish you success! But I wonder, what does this have to do with me?"
Qin Xiao showed no politeness and spoke in a stiff tone.
"To be honest, we've already signed a contract with the Department of Defense, and the order is definitely in the pipeline. But the public doesn't see it that way. They need our country to have armor even more powerful than Iron Man to protect their safety. The public needs confidence, and you are their confidence!"
"I?"
Qin Xiao was a little confused.
"That's right, it was you. Tony was defeated by Obadiah's Iron Monger. You defeated that big guy. Everyone saw the video. Tony was sitting there, battered and bruised. You took care of him, didn't you?"
"At the Stark Expo, I'll request a booth from Stark Industries to showcase our new armor. I hope you can attend and even have a brief, albeit brief, battle with our armor. No need to take it seriously, just put on a show. Do you understand what I mean?"
Qin Xiao understood his meaning perfectly. This guy wanted Qin Xiao to lose to his armor in public so that he could show the world that he was stronger than Tony Stark.
This wasn't just his intention; there was also a political element to it.
Just a few days ago, Congress held a hearing specifically to require Tony Stark to hand over his armor.
Regardless of their motives, governments want the weapons they possess to appear more powerful than Iron Man, even if it's just superficial, or what the public perceives as powerful.
"Of course I understand. I try my best to create some earth-shattering effects, and then I'm defeated by your armor, right?"
Qin Xiao said with a smile.
"Binggo!"
Justin Hammer snapped his the Snap.
"That's exactly what I mean. Of course, we won't let you work for nothing. I'll give you an endorsement fee based on the highest commercial value of celebrities in the world, and you'll also gain the friendship of some influential members of parliament!"
Justin Hammer presented his terms.
Qin Xiao originally intended to tease this guy a bit and then directly refuse.
Then, as if struck by a sudden thought, a mischievous smile appeared on his lips.
"Of course, no problem. But we need to discuss the endorsement fee properly. You know, I'm going to lose in front of the whole world. This is about my superhero honor, isn't it? How much is that worth?"
For Justin Hammer, nothing is more important than defeating Tony Stark.
Unless he truly develops a suit of armor capable of defeating Tony, no one is more suitable than Qin Xiao for this task.
The two were both willing to give and receive, and soon on the helicopter, the most expensive endorsement fee in history was awarded.