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

Tony's figure was sitting a little dreary at the workbench, holding a small acorn glowing green.

It was the acorn necklace that Oakes gave him.

To his left, on his left, is a small holographic display marked with a line of words.

"Blood toxin content 10%".

"Jarvis, how's the fair going?"

"Yes sir, all the preliminary work has been prepared, and this year-long scientific and industrial event will start as planned in a week."

Jarvis listed all the progress of preparations for the Stark Messe on the holographic display, and Tony nodded in satisfaction.

"This time I opened the scene in Queens, the new Stark Industries headquarters building, which I had already chosen, right in Manhattan......

We're moving in a short time, Jarvis. ”

"But sir, the phenomenon of palladium poisoning, we have tried all possible schemes, and none of the known elements can replace palladium.

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 acorns on poisoning, your blood toxin level would be close to 20% by now.

Moreover, the rate of palladium enrichment is not linear, and without acorns, your blood toxin levels are bound to exceed 90% next month. ”

Jarvis was puzzled by the detailed data of the amorous style, which made Tony frown and mutter:

“…… Yes, this time, it's a big trouble, I don't know if it's too late. ”

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

Jarvis's suggestion gave Tony a sigh of relief:

"Jarvis, I'm 100% sure that Oakes' own treatment will be much more useful than this little acorn.

But as long as the reactor is still in my chest for a day, then palladium poisoning is inevitable for a day. ”

"But sir, if you give up using the suit, the speed at which the reactor will be operating at low power will allow your poisoning to not deepen.

And if Dr. Oakes really had a more effective method, there was even hope to eliminate the phenomenon of poisoning. ”

"You know it's impossible, Jarvis - I'm Iron Man, and the suit is one with me, and together we've worked together to bring this world into the longest period of peace.

The U.S. government has done nothing, but it can continue to fight in Congress with peace of mind, but only because when I was in the middle of the day, no one dared to jump out and argue with me—

All this, the peace I want to see, I want us to protect it together......"

"Sir, but your life ......"

"Jarvis! I'm the superhero Iron Man!

I would rather die a glorious death than give up this power of peace because of a threat that is not yet deadly! ”

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

"Your determination, sir, is admirable."

After a moment of silence, Jarvis spoke again:

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

"I'm not refusing Oakes' help."

Tony put the acorn necklace on and shrugged:

"With the help of Acorns, I have at least two more months, and even I'm sure that with that Oakes guy, even after two months, I still want to die and can't die-

But I'm a genius Tony Stark, and I don't want to be an incompetent person who has to rely on someone else to survive, even if it's my friend. ”

A touch of arrogance flashed on his face, and Tony seemed to have a terrifying fighting spirit on his body:

"Didn't push yourself to a dead end and go to someone else for help? It's not my style.

I'm already accepting help, so I can't solve the problem on my own, and I'm so sorry for the title of 'The Greatest Genius'!" ”

"But sir," just as Tony was in his prime, Jarvis's untimely voice rang out:

"Last time, you asked Dr. Oakes for help with Obadi."

"Hey Jarvis, I'm here to protect Pepper, you can't be rash!"

The corners of Tony's mouth twitched, "And I'm thanking you with the Ark reactor!" ”

"Then I'll be relieved, sir."

Jarvis's tone seemed cheerful:

"If you can't hold on, I'll contact Dr. Oakes directly."

Tony: "......"

"Sir, there's a call from Dr. Oakes."

"Don't talk too much!"

Tony rubbed his face with both hands before answering the phone and putting on a relaxed tone:

"Hey man, did you get my invitation?"

"Hi Tony, of course, Stark Industries, it's not been held since 1974."

Oakes is clearly very interested in this:

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

We'll be there on time, but I have something else to do with you this time. ”

"Huh?"

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

Oakes' voice was somewhat instinctively lowered:

"The more professional, the better."

"Gamma rays?"

Tony was slightly stunned, but still instinctively blurted out:

"Hey man, are you kidding, what research device I don't have? Even if you don't have it now, you will have it tomorrow! ”

“…… Okay, it seems that I have found the right place for you, a local tyrant, but I need to ...... Done in secret, huh? ”

Tony touched his chin, his eyes filled with a desire to explore:

"When did you become interested in gamma rays? That's not a field that the average physicist can do, but are you finally ready to change careers and get a PhD degree in physics? ”

"No, I just need to study its effects on cells, in conjunction with my plant modification experiments."

Oakes casually gave a reason, but it was about the same as the truth:

"I just don't have a way, Dr. Ethan is not convenient after all, and I don't want to owe them a favor from S.H.I.E.L.D. - the list of equipment will be sent to your mailbox."

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

"Fees are deducted from dividends."

"Of course, I will."

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

"Rest assured, cost price."

“…… Are you okay lately? ”

Oakes' abrupt words made some cold sweat break out on Tony's forehead:

"Huh? I? Of course I'm fine, I'm fine, why do you ask? ”

"That's good, I heard Melinda say that the number of your recent lace news has dropped considerably, I thought you had something wrong......"

"Hey! Wow! Oakes, you bastard! ”

Oakes' strange tone made Tony almost catch his breath, and he screamed:

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

It looks like I need to find a time to throw a private party for you, rest assured, I'm sure I'll be choosing at least ten experienced and top-notch beauties to serve you! ”

"Ah...... That's not necessary, but if it really doesn't work, I'll eat the necklace......"

"Shet! Just wear it! Hurry up and send me an email! Hung up! ”

The phone hung up, and Tony let out a long breath, and after a few seconds, he showed a wry smile.

"Sir, Dr. Oakes, he's ......"

"He's kind of aware of something."

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

“……”