Half an hour later.
Los Angeles International Airport.
A luxury private jet bearing the Stark Industries logo is parked on the runway.
The group boarded the plane one after another.
Wanda and Pietro were speechless with shock at the luxury before them as soon as they stepped into the cabin.
Seriously, this plane is more luxurious than the last one.
The cabin interior was huge, with thick carpets.
It is fully equipped with high-end sofas, a holographic projection entertainment system, and a private bar.
Is this still an airplane? It's definitely not a moving luxury palace.
As soon as Master Wong boarded the plane, he went straight to the dining car area without saying a word.
He pulled out a chair, sat down, and loudly gave orders to the flight attendant.
"Bring all the food over here. And two bottles of Romanée-Conti."
The flight attendant smiled and did as instructed.
Master Wong picked up a spoon, scooped out a large spoonful of caviar, and stuffed it into his mouth, a satisfied expression on his face.
He had already become a product of capitalism, but Luca won him over with his sincerity.
What are the rules and regulations of Kamar-Taj?
Screw it, nothing beats caviar.
Luca walked to the sofa area and sat down directly next to Wanda.
Wanda was startled and instinctively shrank back to the side.
Luca raised an eyebrow and lowered his voice.
"Why are you hiding? You weren't this timid when you reached out your hand last night."
Wanda's face flushed again; she pursed her lips, not daring to look at Luca.
"I... I did that to pay off debts! You said charging could offset the debts!"
"Certainly."
Luca smiled, leaned forward slightly, and whispered in Wanda's ear.
"Your energy quality is very high, I'm very satisfied. We'll continue in New York. You need to get used to this frequency."
Wanda felt Luca's breath on her ear, sending a shiver down her spine.
She was filled with shame and indignation, covering her face with her hands, wishing she could disappear into the ground.
Pietro sat opposite Luca, watching him flirt with his sister. He was so angry he gritted his teeth, but he could only turn his head to the window and force himself not to look.
" Luca."
Pepper walked over carrying a thick document.
Today she was wearing a smart business suit, her hair was styled in a bun, and she looked very professional.
Now, she needs to check the schedule for tonight's Stark Expo in New York.
Pepper noticed Wanda's evasive gaze and Luca's wicked grin.
Pepper knew the brothers' character all too well.
Helpless, she rubbed her throbbing temples, walked up to Luca, and glared at him.
He then bent down and whispered a warning in a voice only they could hear.
" Luca, listen to this. She's only 18, and a new employee at the company. Can you tone down that 'hereditary gene' a bit? We're going to New York on business, not to party."
Luca spread his hands, looking completely innocent.
" Pepper, that's prejudiced. I'm just concerned about the mental health of new employees. Besides, the 'scumbag gene' is a fine tradition, passed down from my dad, and I'm just carrying it on."
Tony, who was sitting in front of the holographic projection table on the other side, heard this and immediately looked up to refute it.
"Hey, don't drag me into this. I'm focused right now; I only love science."
Luca sneered and ruthlessly undermined him.
"Yes, he's so devoted that he's given a limited-edition watch to every Playboy cover girl. Your devotion means you're devoted to every beautiful woman."
Tony rolled his eyes, too lazy to pay any attention to Luca.
They continued their discussion on the holographic projection platform, still holding Dr. Banner's hand.
The energy circuit diagram of the Mark Armor was displayed on the projection table.
Bruce, look here.
Tony pointed to a node.
"I plan to install an energy absorption and conversion device on the Mark VI. That freak Luca can absorb all kinds of energy regardless of the rules. Although I don't have those cells, I can make it possible with technology."
Banner adjusted his glasses and carefully examined the blueprints.
"Theoretically, it's feasible. However, Tony, you need to consider the material's limits. If the absorbed energy exceeds the armor's capacity, it will explode. Luca's body has no upper limit, but metal does."
Tony stroked his chin.
"You're right. I need a new alloy. Maybe we can see if there are any new metals we can try."
Banner nodded repeatedly.
"It's always good to be cautious. After all, not everyone can treat the Hulk like a power bank like Luca does."
When the Hulk was mentioned, Banner subconsciously touched his chest.
He could sense that Hulk was still feigning death deep within his consciousness.
A few hours later.
The plane landed at Kennedy International Airport in New York.
The group traveled in a convoy directly to a top-tier duplex apartment in Manhattan.
Because Stark Tower is still under construction, everyone has to stay here for the time being.
However, this apartment is no less luxurious than a villa in Malibu.
Moreover, it occupies three entire floors and boasts huge floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the New York skyline at night.
After arriving at the apartment, everyone settled in.
Happy was busy directing the security personnel to move the luggage.
Jessica dutifully began tidying the rooms and arranging accommodations for everyone.
Luca walked to the floor-to-ceiling window with a glass of whiskey, gazing at the bustling street outside.
Just then, a lithe figure suddenly swung in through the window.
A soft thud.
Dressed casually Gwen Stacy Daisy skillfully climbed through the window and entered.
She looked youthful and energetic today, wearing skinny jeans and a cropped jacket.
Gwen Stacy's eyes lit up when she saw Luca as soon as she landed.
He then rushed over, wrapped his arms around Luca's neck, and gave him a big hug.
" Mr. Superman, did you miss me?"
Gwen Stacy lifted her head and planted a passionate kiss on Luca's lips.
Luca then put his arm around Gwen Stacy's waist and responded with a smile.
"Of course I want to. Even the air in New York isn't as sweet as you."
Wanda happened to see this scene as she walked out of the corridor.
Wanda was still holding a water glass when she saw Gwen Stacy and Luca kissing, and she froze on the spot.
The little witch, who had been feeling her heart race for Luca, was now inexplicably sad.
A strong sense of crisis welled up inside me.
Wanda's hands unconsciously emitted a trace of Chaos Magic, and the water in the glass began to boil slightly.
Pietro happened to be following right behind Wanda.
Upon seeing this, they immediately became gloating, hoping that Luca's backyard would be in trouble.
"Wow, it seems our Playboy is in trouble."
Steve exhaled a smoke ring, looked at the chaotic scene before him, and sighed.
"Ah, the battlefield of young people. It's fucking more intense than fighting Hydra."
Jessica kept her head down silently, not daring to speak.
She tried to maintain the role of an assistant, but she had already memorized the scene.
Pepper happened to come out of the room and saw this scene, leaving her speechless.
She rolled her eyes, walked over, and grabbed Tony's arm.
" Tony, let's go. We have a lot of things to prepare for the expo tonight. Let's not stay here and watch this jerk's performance."
Tony was being pulled away by Pepper, but he didn't forget to turn back and shout something to Luca.
Good luck, little brother. I hope you won't be torn to shreds by magic tonight.
at the same time.
On the other side of New York.
Inside Hammer Industries ' secret laboratory.
Justin Hammer is bragging to Ivan Vanko.
He has rescued Ivan.
" Ivan, tonight is our time."
Justin Hammer pointed to the rows of neat steel armies in the laboratory, a smug smile on his face.
"At tonight's Stark Expo, I'll make these treasures shine. I'll let the whole world know that Hammer Industries is the strongest. Tony Stark? Tonight, he'll be utterly disgraced."
Ivan Vanko sat in front of a computer, a toothpick dangling from his mouth.
He glanced at the data on the screen and gave a cruel, cold laugh.
"Everyone in the Stark Family must die."
Justin Hammer burst into laughter.
"That's right! They all have to die! I've arranged everything. Tonight, New York is our home ground."