Druid’s Marvel Travels

Chapter 57 Tony's Fighting Spirit

Tony Stark's ocean view villa in Malibu, California.

The figure of Tony was sitting in front of the workbench somewhat dullly, holding a small acorn that was emitting a faint green light in his hand.

It was the acorn necklace Oakes had given him.

And on his left hand side is a small holographic display with a line of words marked on it.

"Blood toxin content 10%".

"Jarvis, how are the preparations for the fair going?"

"Yes sir, all the preparatory work has been completed, and this year-long science and industry event will start as planned in a week."

Jarvis listed all the preparations for the Stark Industries Expo on the holographic display, and Tony nodded with satisfaction.

"This time the scene will open in Queens, the new Stark Industries headquarters building, I have already selected the site, it is in Manhattan...

We'll be moving soon, Jarvis. "

"But sir, for the phenomenon of palladium element poisoning, we have tried all possible solutions, and all known elements cannot replace palladium element.

Dr. Oakes' magic acorn is already the most efficient method, but it can only delay——

If it weren't for the strong inhibitory effect of the acorn on poisoning, your current blood poison level should be close to 20%.

Moreover, the enrichment rate of palladium is not linear, without acorns, your blood toxin level will definitely exceed 90% in the next month. "

Jarvis's incomprehensible detailed data made Tony frowned and muttered to himself:

"...Yeah, this time, I'm in big trouble, I don't know if it's too late."

"Sir, maybe you can call Dr. Oakes, he may have a more effective treatment."

Jarvis' suggestion made Tony breathe a sigh of relief:

"Jarvis, I'm 100% sure and certain that Oakes' own cure will be far more useful than this little acorn.

But as long as the reactor is still in my chest, palladium poisoning will be inevitable. "

"But sir, if you give up using the battle suit, the toxin precipitation speed of the low-power operation of the reactor, the acorn can completely prevent your poisoning from deepening.

And if Dr. Oakes really has a more effective method, there is even hope that the poisoning will be eliminated. "

"You know that's impossible, Jarvis—I am Iron Man, and the suit is one with me, and our efforts together during this time have brought the world into the longest period of peace.

The U.S. government does nothing, but it can continue to argue in Congress with peace of mind, but because no one dares to jump out and challenge me when I am in full swing——

All of this, the peace I want to see, we need to protect together..."

"Sir, but your life..."

"Jarvis! I'm the superhero Iron Man!

I would rather die gloriously than give up this power to protect peace because of a threat that is not fatal now! "

Tony's voice was so calm that he himself was a little surprised.

"Your determination, sir, is admirable."

After a moment of silence, Jarvis spoke again:

"But why do you refuse to seek Dr. Oakes' help?"

"I'm not refusing Oakes' help."

Tony put on the acorn necklace and shrugged:

"With the help of Acorn, I still have at least two months, and I'm sure, with the guy Oakes around, even after two months, I still want to die but I can't die——

But I'm the genius Tony Stark, and I don't want to be someone who depends on someone else to survive, even if that person is my friend. "

A flash of arrogance flashed across his face, and Tony seemed to have a terrifying fighting spirit:

"Going to someone else for help without cornering yourself? That's not my style.

I'm already receiving help, so I can't solve the problem by myself, and I'm too sorry for the title of "the greatest genius"! "

"But sir," Jarvis's untimely voice sounded just when Tony was in full swing:

"Last time, you took the initiative to ask Dr. Oakes to help deal with Obaday."

"Hey Jarvis, I'm here to protect Pepper, you can't act on your own will!"

The corner of Tony's mouth twitched: "And I used the Ark reactor as a thank you!"

"That puts my mind at ease, sir."

Jarvis's tone seemed cheerful:

"When you can't hold on, I will directly contact Dr. Oakes for you."

Tony: "..."

"Sir, there is a call from Dr. Oakes."

"shut up!"

Tony rubbed his face with his hands before answering the phone, with a relaxed tone:

"Hey buddy, did you get my invite?"

"Hey Tony, of course, the Stark Industries Expo, which hasn't been held since 1974."

Oakes is clearly very interested in this:

"It's a pity that it doesn't match my major, but Dr. Ethan is very interested——

We'll be there on time, but we have other business with you this time. "

"uh-huh?"

"Do you have any gamma-ray-related research devices over there?"

Oakes lowered his voice instinctively:

"The more professional the better."

"gamma rays?"

Tony was taken aback for a moment, but still blurted out instinctively:

"Hey buddy, are you kidding, what research device do I not have? Even if I don't have it now, I will definitely have it tomorrow!"

"...Well, it seems that you are the right one to find a local tyrant like you, but I need...to do it in secret, huh?"

Tony touched his chin, his eyes full of desire to explore:

"When did you become interested in gamma rays? That's not a field that ordinary physicists can handle. Could it be that you're finally going to switch careers and get a Ph.D. in physics?"

"No, I just need to study its effect on cells to cooperate with my plant transformation experiment."

Oakes gave a random reason, but it is not far from the truth:

"I just have no way. Dr. Ethan is inconvenient after all. I don't want to owe them favors from S.H.I.E.L.D.—the list of equipment will be sent to your mailbox later."

"OK, I'll send it to you tomorrow."

"The fee is deducted from the dividend."

"Of course I will."

Tony heard that Oakes on the opposite side seemed to be silent all of a sudden, and couldn't help complaining:

"Don't worry, the cost price."

"...Are you okay recently?"

Oakes' abrupt words made Tony's forehead sweat a little:

"Huh? Me? Of course I'm fine. I'm fine. Why do you ask?"

"That's good. I heard from Melinda that the number of gossips about you has dropped significantly recently. I thought there was something wrong with you..."

"Hey! Whoa! Oakes you bastard!"

Oakes' weird tone made Tony almost breathless, and he screamed strangely:

"You little chick dare to question me, a super old driver!

It seems that I need to find a time to hold a private party for you. Don't worry, I will definitely choose at least ten experienced and top-notch beauties to serve you exclusively! "

"Ah... that's unnecessary, but if it really doesn't work, just eat the necklace..."

"Shet! I just wear it! Send me an email! Hang up!"

After hanging up the phone, Tony let out a long breath, and after a few seconds, he showed a wry smile.

"Sir, Dr. Oakes, he..."

"He probably noticed something."

"Sir, I mean Dr. Oakes' mail has arrived."

"..."