The white officer stood there, still not quite processing what had happened.
He didn't do anything!
Along the way, he and his soldiers made no attempt to stop the monster.
Bullets have virtually no effect on the monster.
Just minutes before, he had been blasted away by the Shockwave from the monster's stomp.
But now!
This billionaire is worth hundreds of billions, and this is the superhero who just kicked a monster away!
He actually said he was the real hero in front of the media!
At that moment, the officer's eyes reddened.
The urge to die for one who understands me surged into my heart instantly.
He felt that even if he were asked to take a bullet for Luca right now, he would not hesitate for a second!
Thinking of this...
The officer was so excited he was trembling, and he stammered as he asked the question.
"You... you're Mr. Luca Mr. Stark? What... what's going on? How should I address you? Mr. Tony said he's Iron Man, so who are you?"
The officer's question echoed the sentiments of everyone present.
This is also the question that all viewers in front of their televisions most want to ask!
Keep in mind, Luca and Tony just escaped from Afghanistan two days ago!
How could this notorious womanizer suddenly become a superhuman in just a day or two?!
Were they abducted and transformed by aliens in Afghanistan?
The reporters were so excited their eyes turned red.
They shoved the microphones forward with all their might, and the cameras were fixed on Luca and Tony.
This is absolutely huge news!
This is an even bigger news story than monsters destroying a city!
A scumbag who only knows how to party and pick up girls suddenly transforms into a superhero who saves the city?
What a stark contrast! What an incredible thing!
Facing flashing lights and a microphone shoved in his face.
Luca remained calm and smiled slightly.
"Doesn't my face represent who I am?"
"That's right, everyone. I am Luca Stark. The real deal, definitely not a clone or an imposter."
Luca spread his hands, making a humble gesture.
"As for your question about how to address me? To be honest, fancy nicknames are just empty names."
"I'm still the same Luca Stark who loves drinking, driving sports cars, and having dinner with beautiful women."
Luca paused for a moment.
Everyone waited quietly for an answer.
Then, he looked directly into the camera and spoke sincerely.
"I am not a lofty hero, much less an omnipotent God."
"I'm just an ordinary person who doesn't want to see everyone in trouble, and doesn't want to see our beautiful city destroyed!"
"I'm still everyone's Luca Stark, I haven't changed at all."
Luca's words were pleasant to hear, but they left the reporters wanting more.
He not only cleverly avoided the question of where his abilities came from, but also conveniently created a persona of being approachable, great, and down-to-earth.
As expected.
The crowd erupted in deafening cheers once again!
" Luca! Luca!"
"You are our savior!"
But soon, someone in the crowd shouted something.
" Superman! He's Superman!"
The name quickly spread.
" Superman! Superman! Superman!"
Citizens and soldiers shouted in unison, wave after wave of sound soaring into the sky.
Everyone spontaneously gave Luca a catchy nickname— Superman!
On the outermost edge of the group of reporters.
Peter Parker and the chubby reporter stood on tiptoe, straining to see inside.
Because they were too slow, they didn't manage to get a good position.
The chubby reporter couldn't help but purse his lips as he listened to the people around him chanting "Superman."
"Pshaw, Superman? Luca Stark is a true United States, and usually so arrogant and domineering."
He touched his chin and said in a serious tone.
"I think it should be called 'Homelander '! That name sounds so powerful!"
Peter was standing to the side, was stunned for a moment.
He turned his head and gave the fat reporter a stupid look.
Homelander?
This name sounds like it belongs to a major villain.
However, seeing Luca and Tony enjoying the cheers of the crowd...
A sudden longing welled up in Peter's heart.
He looked down at his hands.
I couldn't help but start daydreaming.
If one day I too don my battle suit, stand in the spotlight, and become a superhero who saves the city.
What nickname should I have?
Spider-Boy? Spider-Man? Or the Amazing Spider-Man?
Peter was feeling quite pleased with himself, but suddenly, he turned and looked into the distance.
Just now, his spider-like reaction had suddenly caused a sharp pain.
With his superhuman eyesight, he saw some unusual people approaching in the distance.
Peter realized he couldn't continue observing.
He has to act!
But after looking at his clothes, he hesitated.
In a moment of desperation, he began to observe his surroundings.
Then, he saw a person in the distance, furtively wearing a black hood.
Peter paused for a moment, Peter smiled.
The center of the crowd ahead.
Luca basked in the cheers of the crowd, then raised his hand and pressed it down, signaling for everyone to quiet down.
The scene quickly fell silent as everyone stared at him expectantly.
Luca looked at Tony beside him, smiled, and patted him on the shoulder.
"Alright, everyone. I think Tony definitely has a lot to say to you all too."
"Come on, let everyone hear your insightful opinions. Just say a few words."
Tony raised his chin arrogantly and casually made a sarcastic remark.
"Shut up! I don't need you to give up the stage for me. Wherever I go, that's where the stage is."
Despite saying that, Tony still looked ahead with a smile.
As soon as the reporters saw that Tony was willing to be interviewed, they immediately bombarded him with a barrage of questions.
" Mr. Tony Stark! Is this suit of armor the latest product from Stark Industries?"
" Mr. Tony Stark! Do you have anything to say about the unexpected death of Obadiah Stane?
" Mr. Tony! Stark Industries ' weapons division has currently suspended all military orders. So, what business does the company plan to pursue to maintain operations?"
Faced with these pointed questions.
Tony's smile faded, replaced by a serious and earnest expression.
Regarding Obadiah...
"I am deeply saddened. He was an uncle I greatly respected and an old comrade-in-arms of my father. But I truly never imagined he would leave me so suddenly. May God protect his soul."
Tony shook his head, seemingly unwilling to dwell on the topic.
"As for the company's future business development, we have made comprehensive arrangements. Stark Industries will focus on the development of clean energy and high-tech civilian applications."
"We will be holding a formal press conference in the next couple of days, and everyone will know then."
After answering the standard questions.
Tony paused for a moment.
Then, staring at the flickering camera, his gaze hardened.
"Someone just asked me why my codename is Iron Man?"
"I think this question doesn't need much explanation."
"Because..."
Tony took a deep breath and spoke slowly and deliberately to the camera.
"I am Iron Man!"
As soon as those words were spoken...
The scene fell silent at first.
Then!
"Boom!"
The scene erupted in chaos!
A burst of enthusiastic cheers erupted instantly!
" Iron Man! Iron Man!"
" Superman and Iron Man! You are the guardians of Los Angeles!"
The crowd chanted those two names wildly.
Luca and Tony stood in the center of the crowd, nodding and smiling, interacting with the people around them.
This scene, broadcast on television, moved countless viewers around the world.
However.
Just as everyone was immersed in the joy of victory.
"Roar!!!"
On the other side, in the collapsed ruins.
Suddenly, a deafening roar erupted!
"Boom!"
Countless bricks and stones were sent flying by the immense force!
Amidst the billowing smoke and dust.
The massive Demon Armor stood up once more!
Although his armor was somewhat damaged, sparks were still flying from his chest and shoulders.
But those eyes, glowing red, were still filled with a destructive desire!
It took heavy steps, emerging slowly from the smoke and dust.
Seeing this scene...
The cheers from the crowd abruptly ceased.
Everyone's faces turned pale, and they looked at Luca and Tony in horror.
"My God! The monster isn't dead yet!"
"It's standing up again!"
"What should we do?!"
Luca immediately stepped forward, blocking the crowd, and loudly reassured them.
"Don't be afraid, everyone! We're here!"
Tony also raised his hands, and the palm cannons began to charge, emitting a dazzling light.
"That's right! With us here, no one can hurt you!"
Just as the two were about to attack again and beat the actor to a pulp.
Sudden!
"Awooo!!!"
Suddenly, a terrifying wolf howl echoed from the far end of the street!
The sound was extremely shrill, like a call from hell.
Everyone was stunned and turned to look in the direction from which the sound came.
The next second.
Everyone gasped, feeling a chill run down their spines!
Under the dim streetlights, a group of terrifying-looking monsters appeared!
That's right! They're a bunch of real monsters!
Leading the way were two werewolves covered in black fur and with sharp fangs!
Their eyes gleamed with a bloodthirsty green light in the darkness.
Beside the werewolf was a woman dressed provocatively, with a face as pale as paper and two sharp teeth in her mouth.
Let's look further ahead.
There was also a mummy wrapped in bandages, emitting a putrid stench!
A monkey dressed in a suit, holding a strange weapon!
A monster over two meters tall, looking somewhat like the Hulk who appeared in New York a few months ago!
A chimpanzee pounding its chest!
At the very back of the group was a monster with tentacles that looked like it had stepped out of the Cthulhu Mythos!
This scene terrified everyone present, as well as the viewers in front of their televisions!
"Ah!!!"
"Monster! It's a monster again!"
" God! Is today the end of the world?! Why are there so many monsters again?!"
Panic gripped the crowd once more, and everyone desperately retreated.
Luca and Tony, standing at the very front, were also completely bewildered.
Tony sized up the group of strange-looking guys and swallowed hard.
He quietly moved closer to Luca and asked in a low voice.
"Hey Luca. Have you heard anything about these monsters? Did some movie crew escape from here?"
Luca, looking equally bewildered, shook his head.
"I don't know either! I swear I've never seen these kinds of things before!"
Sudden.
Luca had a sudden flash of inspiration and remembered the conversation he had just overheard.
"Wait! Could it be... that this is the Howling Commandos that Black Nick Fury was talking about?"
Upon hearing the name, Tony frowned.
" Howling Commandos? Sounds like a rock band."
But this is clearly not the time to care about names.
As the monsters drew ever closer, the surrounding citizens were so terrified that a stampede was imminent.
Luca immediately turned around and began to evacuate the crowd.
"Don't panic! Maintain order! Back up!"
"Reporters, move over there, it's dangerous here!"
Then, Luca looked at the white officer and gave a stern order.
"Sir! Immediately organize the soldiers to establish a defensive line! Protect everyone! We absolutely cannot let the monsters get close!"
The officer snapped out of his daze and immediately stood at attention and saluted.
"Understood, Mr. Superman! Mission accomplished!"
Just as the officer was about to turn around and give orders to the soldiers...
"Wait a moment!"
A deep voice suddenly came from the side.
Everyone turned to look.
Nick Fury and Coulson walked over, supporting each other.
Nick stared at the white officer and gave the order, leaving no room for argument.
"Soldiers, take your troops and evacuate the crowd! Seal off this area!"
Nick Fury pointed to the group of monsters in the distance.
"Don't be afraid, that's my team!"
Upon hearing this...
Luca frowned.
Those monsters were indeed his team!
and.
This guy not only survived the explosion, but he also dares to come out and act tough.
Luca looked Nick Fury up and down.
Then he turned to the white officer, pretending not to recognize him and asking with a puzzled look.
"Sir, who is this guy who looks like a homeless man?"
"He actually said those disgusting monsters were his team?"
The officer was about to explain what had just happened.
But Nick Fury rudely interrupted him.
"That's right, that team came to support me."
"And, Stark, Los Angeles is very grateful for your performance just now."
"But no matter how you've become like this, I hope that after this is all over, you can give me a reasonable explanation!"
Luca and Tony exchanged a glance and smiled simultaneously.
He laughed heartily, but also with disdain.
"Wow, Tony, did you hear that? This Black Nick Fury who crawled out of some sewer is asking us for an explanation?"
Tony also didn't hold back in his criticism.
"This is the first time in my life I've ever heard anyone dare to speak to Stark in such a tone."
"Who does he think he is? The President of the United States? Even the president needs an appointment to see me."
Tony looked Nick Fury up and down, observing his tattered appearance.
"Buddy, why don't you go buy yourself a decent set of clothes before you talk to me about explaining things?"
Nick Fury was so angry at the two brothers' coordinated attack that he almost vomited blood.
He gritted his teeth, suppressing his anger.
But others won't give him that chance.
Luca's smile faded, and he stared into Nick's eyes, confirming again.
"Are you sure those monsters over there that look like poop are your team?"
Nick Fury scoffed.
"I won't say it a second time. They are under my command."
"Tsk tsk tsk."
Luca smacked his lips, then nodded seriously.
The next second!
Luca took a step back, pointed at Nick Fury's nose, and shouted at the top of his lungs!
"What?!!!"
"How dare you hire these monsters to kill humans?!"
"You heartless, monstrous Black Nick Fury! How dare you betray the human race! You have committed crimes against humanity!!!"
After shouting that sentence...
Luca immediately turned to the white officer and gave the order in a stern tone.
"Damn it! Sir! What are you standing there for?!"
"Arrest this dangerous terrorist immediately! He's in league with those monsters! He wants to destroy Los Angeles!"