Before nightfall, Luke returned to New York.
He is still living in the tower suite at Waldorf Hotel and has no place to change.
"The next step is asset layout."
Regarding the commercial investment plan, Luke has already sketched out a rough outline in his mind, and is planning to talk to Howard about cooperation in a while. I believe the other party will definitely be interested.
The father of Iron Man can be said to be very proud of himself recently.
As a participant of Manhattan Project, he and Oppenheimer entered White House and were commended by the president.
Under the name Stark Industries, the stock price has been rising all the way.
Of course, this is not the result of Howard alone.
The current US Stocks is different from the era when he later strived for eight melts and eight shames, causing Buffett to say that he had too little experience.
After the downturn during the Great Depression and the war, US Stocks is like a long-suppressed fountain, unleashing its full potential, and is about to usher in a long and sustained bull market.
When the unstable situation after the war disappeared, those Wall Street stockbrokers closed their eyes and could pick any five stocks out of ten and they would rise.
If he just wanted to make money, Luke could calmly lay out his plans and become the most successful businessman after the 20th century with his precise vision that transcended the times - then the script would become the rebirth of Wall Street instead of Marvel Universe.
Wealth and status are just icing on the cake for him, not the main purpose.
After all, high-ranking beings like Cosmic Entities and Living Tribunal don't care about your worth or official title.
"Just leave this kind of thing to the hotel waiter."
Luke returned to the hotel and walked quietly behind Marlena.
After looking at the graceful and busy girl wearing an apron for a while, a smile couldn't help but appear on her lips.
"I like to do it myself..."
Marlena, who didn't know it beforehand, was startled. When he turned around and saw the familiar face, he smiled softly.
Like a wife waiting for her husband to come home, she carefully helped Luke take off his military jacket.
These days, I have been busy dealing with official duties, waiting for the award of honors, and the preparations for S.H.I.E.L.D.. The two of them have not seen each other for a while.
"I just made mushroom soup. I'll ask room service to bring some more staple food."
Marlena is wearing a beige floral skirt and a pair of flat heels. Her seaweed-like black hair is pulled up high, exuding a homely atmosphere.
"Cosa said you stay in the hotel all day and never want to go out. This is not good."
Luke easily hugged Marlena's plump waist. This beautiful woman who came from Sicily to New York has a completely different personality from Carter.
The female agent is independent and self-reliant, and always wants to prove her abilities.
And Marlena is a typical little woman, home style.
I only long for a solid support that can give me enough security, and I never ask for anything else.
Luke sometimes enjoys the feeling of being relied on, so he often spends the night at Marlena's place.
"I read books, listen to the radio, and occasionally go for a walk in the garden below."
Marlena retorted, with a hint of charming charm in the corners of his eyes and eyebrows.
Luke glanced at the magazines on the table. Most of them were about cooking and flower arrangement.
"Let Cosa introduce a reliable real estate agent some other time. It's not good to always stay in a hotel."
Luke put the plan of purchasing real estate on the agenda. He traveled back and forth between Washington D.C. and New York, but he didn't have any high requirements for accommodation.
But Marlena is different. You will inevitably feel bored after staying at Waldorf Astoria for a long time.
And as a time traveler from the Celestial Empire, a big foodie, buying a house should be the top priority engraved deep in the soul.
"Mr. Alessandro is usually very busy, so don't bother him with this little thing."
Marlena came over with a deliciously fragrant mushroom soup. It was obvious that her craftsmanship was very good.
The mellow and thick cream, sliced mushrooms, scattered corn kernels, and diced bacon are really appetizing.
"Trust me, he'd love it."
Luke Thinking of that Mafia leader, the first thing he did after meeting him was to give him a woman.
It can be seen that the other party is an experienced person when it comes to pleasing powerful people.
With a little effort, you can win the favor of an army major general. This is a good thing that many people can only dream of.
"I'm going to put a mark on you later."
Luke recently used Magic Superman's template to master a new skill that can mentally imprint a specific person.
Just like in the studio next door, the shortcut to find Superman is to throw Lois-Lane down the stairs.
Even if he stays at Washington D.C., if any accident happens to What If...? Marlena, he will rush over as soon as possible.
However, the above situation is unlikely to happen. If Hydra or Hellfire Club dares to come to New York to cause trouble, I am afraid they will be annihilated.
Luke is happy to let them experience what justice means Iron Fist!
"Eat first, it's almost cold."
Marlena flipped his hair and waited expectantly for comment.
Not long after, the room service brought a variety of main dishes with a dining cart.
There was foie gras and lamb shank, as well as an oyster, served with a green salad.
Luke began to feast and enjoy the pleasant experience brought by the sumptuous food.
Stellar Energy can support daily consumption, but it cannot satisfy his appetite.
"Mr. Alessandro said he wanted to see you."
When Luke finished lunch, Marlena said smoothly while clearing the table.
The Mafia leader who came from Sicily to North America and took a group of family members across the ocean, I heard that he has already established a firm foothold in New York.
Luke asked Uncle Frank to introduce Irish Mob to Alessandro, and with a major general as a protective umbrella behind him, the New York police station turned a blind eye to these Italy guys.
Alessandro is also very smart. He has no intention of competing with his compatriots or Irish for business, and he does not want to touch the hugely profitable business of smuggling and contraband.
Instead, they found another way and started gray industries, such as spinach and money laundering.
He opened several underground casinos in one go, and his business has been booming recently, and he has gradually become famous in Manhattan Xiacheng District.
"What's the matter?"
Luke was lying on the sofa, squinting his eyes slightly.
He didn't want to have too much contact with the Alessandro group unless necessary.
Since the end of the war, the improvement of his status has caused Luke to deal with heavy things every day.
S.H.I.E.L.D., who is still in preparation, has Carter helping to manage it.
Mutants can leave it to Bolivar and wait for the results.
The most important work comes from White House and the Pentagon, those Capitol Hill politicians who are vying to win over, military officials who come over to show their goodwill and build friendship, and some big entrepreneurs who want to invest in themselves.
Socializing and banquets take up most of the time.
Sometimes the limelight is too strong, which may not be a good thing!
Luke sighed.
"Mr. Alessandro, if you want to use the family name of Sicily, name Mafia as the Corleone family... Of course, you must ask for your consent."
Marlena came over and stretched out his hand to rub Luke's temples with moderate force, gentle and soothing.
She squatted on the edge of the sofa, her plump and plump body stretched into a beautiful curve.
"You don't need my permission for such a small thing."
After Luke enjoyed the massage for a while, he turned his head to look at Marlena and said with fiery eyes, "I just want to taste the dessert after dinner."
When the nights are long and you have no intention of sleeping, actively exercising is the best way to live a healthy life.
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