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After hearing this, Pepperpotts said, "Thanks to Mr. Obadiah St.'s help, the company is currently running very well, but..." She stopped halfway through her sentence.

Adam asked in confusion, "Oh? What happened?"

After hearing this, Pepperpotts gritted his teeth and said, "Now that Mr. Obadiah is in charge of the company, the company's research focus has shifted from the energy development projects set by the previous boss to the development of new weapons, which has made some shareholders somewhat dissatisfied."

Tony sneered and said, "Stark Industries made its fortune through arms dealing. What's wrong with that? Besides, that energy project is a bottomless pit. After more than a decade of research, there are still no new results. It's normal for some of the funds to be diverted."

Adam opened his mouth but didn't speak. What Tony said was indeed true, and he had decided long ago not to interfere in Stark Industries. He didn't want to argue with Tony because of differing ideologies. He didn't want to lose his last remaining family members. Therefore, Adam remained silent after hearing Tony's words.

After seeing this, Tony asked, "Bro, what's wrong? Why aren't you saying anything?"

Adam smiled slightly and said, "You can make the decisions about Stark Industries. Go ahead and do it. I'll support you." He believed that Tony would eventually come to his senses, so he was willing to wait. After all, Tony was only twenty years old and full of vigor.

Upon hearing this, Tony immediately felt confident and said, "Pepper, notify the shareholders to hold a board meeting next week. I've already written down the company's next steps today; take them back and take a look later. Since we're an arms company, we're going to become the world's largest arms supplier." At this moment, Tony Stark was filled with boundless confidence!

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Chapter Ninety-Eight Family Banquet

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Follow "ead" for more support! Tony Stark wants to become the world's biggest arms dealer, and Adam didn't object to that, nor could he. After all, Tony has grown up and needs to walk his own path. Whether the outcome is good or bad, he will have to taste it himself. Of course, if one day Tony goes too far, Adam will still go back to stop him. After all, they are brothers, and Adam can't completely ignore Tony.

Of course, that's a story for another time, so let's leave that aside for now. Right now, Adam and Christine are heading to Norman Osborn's house.

Norman Osborne's home was also near the Manhattan waterfront, but unlike Adam's waterfront villa, it was a classic, castle-like house. Norman Osborne's usual refined and gentle demeanor perfectly complemented the villa.

When Adam and Christine arrived at Norman Osborn's house, Norman Osborn came out with a smile and personally led Adam and Christine inside.

After reading it, Adam said, "Mr. Osborne, why did you come to pick me up in person? Heh, how infuriating!"

Norman Osborne smiled slightly and said, "Hehe, it's not that I'm being polite, it's just a matter of hospitality. Please come in."

They exchanged pleasantries for a while, then went inside together. Since it was a family dinner, Norman Osborne hadn't invited anyone else, so his house felt rather quiet.

Upon entering the living room, Norman Osborne led Adam and Christine to the dining table, then gestured to his housekeeper that they could begin.

Adam glanced around Norman Osborn's house. Then he asked, "Mr. Osborn, where's Harry?"

Harry is Norman Osborn's son and only relative. His wife passed away several years ago, and he has never remarried, raising his child alone. Adam had met Harry Osborn at a party before; he was a rather rebellious young man.

Norman Osborne's eyes flashed with affection upon hearing this, and he said, "Heh heh, Harry is upstairs with a friend." He then called his butler to come and call Harry down.

After all, Adam, as a guest, is already sitting here, and the family dinner has already begun. If he doesn't come down now, it would be a matter of manners.

Adam smiled slightly after reading it. He said, "By the way, Mr. Osborn, I heard that your research has made significant progress again? Congratulations." Before coming here, he had read some materials prepared by Athena. Osborn Corporation had released a press conference a few days ago announcing the research breakthrough, but Adam hadn't read them carefully because he was busy with Howard's funeral arrangements and some problems with Stark Industries at that time.

Norman Osborne's eyes lit up at the mention of work, clearly indicating that his research was progressing very well, as it concerned whether their family's genetic disease could be cured.

"Hehe. Not bad. After our continuous research, we have finally cracked a part of the super serum. I think it won't be long before we are able to completely crack the super serum."

Adam laughed and said, "Congratulations, Dr. Osborn. By the way, you must have seen the news these past two days, right?"

Norman Osborn immediately recognized the news as being about the Hulk, as it was a hot topic recently. He asked, "Adam, are you talking about the Hulk? Could it be..."

He was no ordinary person. Therefore, when Adam suddenly asked this question, he quickly connected it to the super serum.

Adam nodded. He said, "That's right. The Hulk's appearance was the result of General Ross and his group's eagerness for quick success. They conducted human experiments prematurely. Although the Super Serum is really powerful, it is ultimately full of instability. It can create a Captain America, but it also created a dangerous character like Red Skull. This is why my father has always opposed researching the Super Serum."

Norman Osborn replied seriously, "Don't worry, Adam, I'll keep that in mind. If any instability arises, I'll stop the research immediately. After all, besides some economic needs, the most important thing about my research on the super serum is that I won't joke around with Harry's future!"

After hearing this, Adam said, "Thank you for your understanding, Mr. Osborn."

Norman Osborne laughed and said, "You're too kind, Adam. Just call me Uncle Osborne. Hehe, the fact that you're bringing these things up at the dinner table shows that you trust me. Hehe, I have that much magnanimity."

Adam smiled slightly and said, "Alright, I'll call you Uncle Osborn then. Hehe, cheers to our friendship!"

"Dad, is Mr. Adam here? What's making you so happy?"

Just then, with the sound of footsteps, Harry Osborne and a familiar figure to Adam came down from upstairs. Seeing his father's happy expression, he asked in confusion.

Adam smiled and said, "Hi Harry, I was just chatting with Uncle Osborn about some company matters."

Harry replied, "Hey, Adam, Miss Christine, how are you? By the way, Adam, you mentioned Uncle Osborn earlier? Is my dad so happy? Hehe. Oh, and this is my good friend Peter Parker, the guy who aspires to be a scientist. He's really impressive."

Upon hearing Harry's words, Adam realized why Peter Parker seemed familiar—he was the newspaper delivery boy. So he smiled slightly and said, "Hi, Peter, it's nice to see you again."

Peter Parker was clearly surprised that Adam remembered him, and said with some delight, "Hi, Mr. Adam, hello, I didn't expect you to remember me."

Norman Osborne immediately became interested and asked, "Oh? Adam, do you know Peter?"

Adam nodded and said, "Yes, we've met once before and discussed some issues. He's a very thoughtful young man."

Harry replied, "Come on, Adam, don't act like you're an old man. You're only four years older than me. I really don't know where you got your playboy reputation. Is it to cover up your superhero identity?"

It was common knowledge that Adam was the superhero Shadow, but Adam was quite pleased to find that some people around him did not flatter or distance themselves from him because of his Shadow identity.

"Hehe, I've been interacting with older generations so much that I've forgotten my own age. But you're right, that's how the playboy title came about. After all, no one would actually combine the two, hehe."

Norman Osborn replied, "Speaking of which, I saw a 'rain' falling from the sky when you descended that day, haha."

Adam shrugged and said, "Actually, I didn't intend to reveal my identity, but things happened so suddenly. How could I, as a human being, not attend the funeral of my loved one?"

Norman Osborn said apologetically, "I'm sorry, I reminded you of something sad."

Adam smiled and said, "It's alright, Uncle Osborn. I know life is unpredictable, and some things are unavoidable." Adam had Athena investigate the cause of his parents' death for a long time, but all the evidence indicated that it was just an ordinary car accident. The only unusual thing was the identity of the people sitting in the car.

Upon seeing this, Harry joked, "Alright, alright, since it's a family dinner, let's be mindful of the atmosphere and toast to being able to dine with superheroes!"

Adam smiled slightly after hearing this and clinked glasses with Harry.

At this moment, Adam asked, "By the way, Harry, it seems like you're graduating soon."

Harry nodded and said, "That's right, Peter and I will both graduate from high school in a few months."

Adam smiled slightly and said, "Not bad, hehe, have you decided which university you want to go to?"

Harry shook his head and said, "I don't have anyone in mind yet, but my grades are good enough that I can get into any university, so I'm not worried about that."

Adam said, "Uncle Osborne has a wonderful son."

Norman Osborne smiled slightly and said, "He's still a long way off, haha."

Harry muttered after reading it, "What a hypocritical old man."

Only Adam could hear these words among those present. He smiled slightly as he looked at the happy Harriet Osborne and Norman Osborne and suddenly missed his father. Although he had come to terms with it, it did not prevent people from missing their deceased relatives.

Christine seemed to sense Adam's emotions and gently took his hand, offering him silent comfort. This immediately lifted Adam's spirits. Yes, he had indeed lost his parents, but he still had a rather lively younger brother, a girlfriend who loved him deeply, and some good friends. Isn't that what life is all about? And now he had all of that. What more could he ask for?

Chapter Ninety-Nine: Christine is Missing

Follow "Ead" for more support! The family dinner lasted for nearly two hours in a very harmonious atmosphere. During the dinner, Adam also told Harry and Peter some interesting stories about his past as a superhero, as well as some thrilling scenes. Finally, seeing that it was getting late, Adam said goodbye, thanked Norman Osborn, and left Norman Osborn's house to return to his own home.

This was the first time Adam had brought Christine to this villa. Christine's eyes instantly welled up with tears upon seeing it. Although she had visited the villa in Queens before, Christine knew in her heart that Adam had not truly accepted her, because everyone knew that Adam spent most of his time in the Manhattan waterfront villa.

As for why Adam brought Christine back here, it's because after attending Norman Osborn's family dinner, Adam became even more convinced of his belief in protecting others and cared more about the people around him. Therefore, after getting in the car, he took Christine directly back to this house.

Adam noticed Christine's expression immediately. He gently hugged Christine and said, "I'm sorry, Christine. I've always hesitated. I love you very much, but as you know, I haven't revealed my identity before, and this house holds all my secrets, so I haven't brought you back here. I'm sorry."

Christine shook her head, looked at Adam, and said, "No, Adam. You don't need to apologize. I'm already very happy that you can truly accept me."

After hearing this, Adam kissed Christine and said, "Come on, let me show you around. Athena, come out here for a moment."

Adam knew Athena was upset when she didn't appear. Well, a upset AI computer? It just goes to show that when Adam created Athena, he didn't just want to create a supercomputer, but rather an assistant, which explains this situation. However, Adam wasn't angry about it; after all, Athena was like a daughter to him.

Upon hearing Adam's call, Athena reluctantly offered her form, yawning dramatically as she said, "You're back, Master."

Christine was immediately shocked upon seeing this and asked, "Adam, who is this?"

Adam smiled slightly and said, "She is Athena, the intelligent butler of this villa, and also my assistant."

Adam used 'she' instead of 'it' to tell Christine that the other person was important and an indispensable assistant to him.

Christine smiled slightly and said, "Hello. Athena, my name is Christine."

Athena replied, "Ah, I know. I know, we spoke on the phone before, perhaps you thought it was the master's secretary."

Upon hearing Athena's words, Christine realized why Athena's voice sounded familiar, and said with slight surprise, "Adam, what an advanced intelligent butler!"

Adam hadn't spoken yet. Athena said proudly, "Of course! I'm the only AI on Earth capable of free thought and free evolution. Don't compare me to those pieces of trash that can only do things according to pre-programmed rules!"

Adam was speechless for a moment and said, "Not bad, it is indeed a very powerful artificial intelligence. It's just a bit arrogant, just like my younger brother."

Athena pouted upon hearing this and said, "Master, could you please not compare me to Tony? I'm a lady, how could I be like that playboy?"

Christine laughed after hearing this, "Haha, it does look somewhat similar."

Athena snorted coldly and said, "Hmph, I'm ignoring you all." Then she disappeared.

Christine looked at it with some concern and said, "Adam, is she angry?"

Adam shook his head slightly and said, "No, she's just joking with you. Come on, I'll show you around." He then led Christine on a slow tour of the villa. Of course, Adam didn't tell Christine about the most important laboratory, not out of distrust, but as a way to protect her.

After touring the villa, Adam told Christine that she would be living there from now on because it was safer. Christine was overjoyed, not because she was going to live in the luxurious villa, but because Adam truly cared about her. So that night, Christine went a little crazy and ended up falling into a coma due to excessive excitement, which startled Adam.

The next day, Adam got up early and made Christine a delicious meal. Then he woke Christine up, and the two had breakfast together intimately. Afterward, Christine mentioned that she had to attend a movie audition.

After hearing this, Adam said, "A movie audition? What movie? Let me make this clear, you can't take any roles with kissing scenes or anything too intimate, or I'll get jealous."

Christine laughed after hearing this, "You said the same thing when we were filming, haha. But this time I'm going to be in an action movie. There won't be too many kissing scenes or anything like that. Even if there were, I don't think the director would dare to let me do it for real, haha."

Adam didn't let Christine rest at home or come to the company to help him. After all, Christine also had her own dreams and her own principles. If he told her, it might affect their relationship. Therefore, Adam didn't refuse Christine's request to make a movie. However, he had already asked Dawn Company to find a body double for Christine. Some of the scenes would be done by the body double. He couldn't let someone else take advantage of his girlfriend.

Therefore, Adam smiled slightly upon hearing Christine's words and said, "Hehe, then I'm relieved. But hehe, I've already found a way to make sure you won't be bothered by kissing or bed scenes anymore. I've solved this problem for you."

Christine was speechless for a moment after hearing this, and said, "You didn't really find me a body double, did you?" As a movie star, she immediately realized what was going on.

Sure enough, Adam nodded and said, "That's right, I found you a substitute, hehe, don't blame me, I don't want those stinky men to take advantage of you."

Christine wasn't angry after hearing this. Why would she be? She was overjoyed that a man cared about her so much and loved her so much; only a fool would be angry. Yes, career is indeed important, but for a woman, having a man who supports her, cares about her, and cherishes her is tens of thousands of times more important than a career.

Therefore, Adam received a very sweet and passionate kiss.

"Only you can take advantage of me!" Christine said.