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Adam said with interest, "Hehe, it's a small amount for me, don't worry, take it. Are you a student?"

After hearing Adam's words, the young man hesitated for a moment before accepting the tip and smiling, "Yes, I'm a student from the Downtown Science High School. Um, could you please sign my autograph, Mr. Stark?"

Adam smiled and said, "Oh? You like my novel?" But then he realized that what the other person had taken out was the cover photo of a science magazine, a picture that the other person had cut out. It seemed that the other person was a student who was interested in science and technology, which was quite rare.

Sure enough, the young man shook his head and said, "Although I really like your novels, I like your inventions even more, especially this paper, which I've read several times!"

Adam laughed after hearing this, "Oh, you can understand these technical terms. I'm sorry, it's not that I'm discriminating against you, but I wanted to write it in a simpler way, but the editor asked me to write it in a more difficult way, so?" He wanted to test this young man.

After listening, the young man launched into a long explanation of his views. Adam knew from his words that the young man had indeed understood the paper and that he was only asking for Adam Stark's autograph, which made him very happy.

Adam chuckled, "Hehe, since that's the case, I'll sign my name for you. By the way, what's your name?"

The young man said excitedly, "My name is Peter Parker, sir."

After hearing this, Adam wrote a blessing on the photo Peter Parker gave him, handed it to him, and said, "Here you go. I think you have a good foundation. Don't work in the pizza shop anymore. I'll introduce you to Stark Industries. You'll definitely learn more there."

Peter Parker was pleased to hear this, but he didn't want to be taken advantage of, so he said apologetically, "Thank you for your help, Mr. Adam, but I don't think I'm mature enough yet. If I get into university, I will definitely intern at Stark Industries."

Adam, of course, understood what the other person meant, and smiled, saying, "Alright, whatever you like! Don't waste your talent, Peter!"

Peter Parker nodded and said, "Yes, sir. I think I should go now. I've been here too long, and the manager will kill me."

Adam shrugged and said, "Okay, then goodbye, Peter Parker!" He then gave Peter Parker a perfect 10 in the customer rating section and saw him out of the villa.

Chapter Sixteen: Dawn Film Company

A week passed peacefully. Adam enjoyed the rare tranquility while playing the role of a superhero and a well-known playboy in New York City, and waited for news from Attorney Stephen.

That day, Adam sat at home, bored, watching television. Seeing the even more tedious plots on screen, he muttered, "How boring! Athena, what do you think we should do?"

Athena is watching television with Adam, at Adam's request, saying that since she has wisdom, she should learn to enjoy life. So Athena is now beginning to evolve in a strange direction.

Athena said without turning her head, "Since Master is bored, then we should accept yesterday's invitation. There's a scientific conference in Switzerland tomorrow night, and many scientists and research teams will be there. Maybe something interesting will happen."

Adam frowned upon hearing this and said, "I refused?"

Athena nodded slightly and said, "Yes, because when the other party called yesterday, you were engaged in a fierce fight with an Asian woman, and you hung up the phone after saying a few impatient words."

Adam suddenly realized and said, "Oh, I see. They deserved their bad luck for calling me so late at night."

Athena continued, "That's because you turned off your phone during the day while you were studying Batman's belt!"

Adam was taken aback and said, "Huh?! Really? Haha, my memory's been a bit bad lately. Thanks for reminding me."

"I don't believe Master would forget he turned off his phone. Master is just too bored and wants to tease me," Athena added casually.

Adam sighed helplessly and said, "That's why overly intelligent girls aren't popular!"

Athena laughed and said, "I'm not a girl, I'm just a program. My gender was designed by you, Master!"

As they were talking, the TV program finally ended. Looking at the boring program, Adam said sullenly, "Sigh, it's all because of these people that I didn't do my scientific research properly and wanted to make movies!"

Athena shrugged and said, "I think these programs are very good, but the host is too picky."

Adam laughed and said, "Call me picky, but I want to make a movie myself; it'll definitely be a lot of fun!"

Athena said, "I can already imagine the media's comments about you: 'A playboy who set up a movie company to pick up girls!' Haha, I think they definitely won't believe that you, Master, are genuinely making movies."

Adam said indifferently, "The opinions of those people are of no use to me!"

Just then, Athena pointed and a virtual screen appeared in front of Adam. The screen showed the image of lawyer Stephen, which likely indicated that there had been progress in the company's affairs.

Sure enough, after Adam put on the headphones, he heard Attorney Stephen say, "Hey Adam, long time no see!"

Adam smiled and said, "Yes, Attorney Stephen, it's been a long time. It seems the company matters have been settled?"

Attorney Stephen said, "Yes, all the paperwork for the film company has been completed. You just need to come and recognize the people. This company is not bad. If they hadn't had some financial problems, they definitely wouldn't have sold it for such a low price."

Adam chuckled, “Heh, I’m not interested in any of that. Attorney Stephen, since you’ve made the call, why don’t we come to the company together? I’m getting really bored here anyway.”

Attorney Stephen smiled wryly, “Your family members all have the same temper. Well, since you want to visit the company, come to Stark Tower. I’ll be waiting for you here.”

Adam nodded and said, "Okay, Attorney Stephen, see you later!" Then he hung up the phone.

Upon seeing this, Athena said, "It seems you have something to do, Master."

Adam nodded and said, "Yes, there is indeed something to do. Now that the film company has been purchased, let's get it up and running and quickly make that movie!"

Athena asked after hearing this, "You mean, Twilight City?"

Adam nodded and said, "Yes, you said you really liked it, so I took a picture of it!"

Athena nodded and said, "Alright, Master, you can go ahead and get busy. I'll let you know as soon as New York City needs Shadow Warrior!"

Adam smiled and said, "Well, I'm off then!" He then left the villa and drove to Stark Tower.

At Stark Tower, Howard Stark was sitting in his office reviewing some company documents.

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

"Come in!" Since his secretary hadn't notified him, the person knocking must be someone he knew.

Sure enough, the door opened, and Adam walked in with a smile.

Howard saw Adam, put down the documents in his hand, and smiled, "It's Adam. Hehe, you haven't been to the company for a long time since last time. What brings you here today?"

Adam smiled and sat down on the sofa, saying, "Oh, it's nothing. I had an appointment with Attorney Stephen to go to my new company, so I came to pick him up and also to see you, Dad."

Howard hummed in agreement and asked, "How have you been lately?"

Adam nodded and said, "Yes, that's good. I'm used to it now. It's tiring sometimes, but it's very interesting."

He knew his father was asking about Xia Ying. Although his father had said he would support him, he was still worried about him.

Howard nodded and said, "Be careful, and try to go home and spend more time with your mother when you have time. She keeps talking about you."

Adam was deeply moved and felt a little ashamed after hearing this. He said, "Yes, thank you for your concern, Dad. I will be careful. As for my mother, I'll go back tonight. I don't have anything to do today; I just need to go to the company to arrange some things."

Howard said, "Alright, I'll be there tonight too. We haven't had dinner together in a long time, let's have a good get-together today."

Adam nodded and said, "Then, Father, you go ahead with your work. See you tonight!"

Howard nodded, indicating that Adam could do as he pleased. Adam then stood up and left Howard's office, then went to Stephen's office and together they went to the film company he had just bought.

After bringing Adam to the company, Attorney Stephen summoned all the senior executives, announced Adam's identity in public, and then handed the reins to Adam while standing aside.

Adam smiled and said, "I think you all know me. I'm New York's most famous playboy and rich kid. But I think you also know my other identity: I'm a writer. The reason I bought this company is simply because I want to adapt my works into movies, that's all. So you don't need to worry about losing your jobs, because I'm a rich kid, I'm rich and naive; nor do you need to worry about not doing your job well in this company and not making a name for yourself, because I'm the kind of person who either doesn't do something, or if I do it, I'll be the best!"

Everyone was stunned by Adam's strange statement, and then they started clapping.

Adam gestured slightly to make everyone stop, and said, "Now that I've moved into the company, everyone here will get a 20% raise, and ordinary employees will get a 10% raise. It's timely and effective. And another thing, I need you to start preparing a movie as soon as possible!"

Excited by Adam's benefits, the company executive, Edward Schnord, quickly asked, "Boss, what movie were you talking about?"

Adam handed him his adapted script, saying, "This is the script I adapted from my own novel. Get the production team ready as soon as possible. Oh, and one more thing. Since we're a new company now, we should change the name. I think we should call it 'Dawn Film Company's First Film!' I need you to make a splash!!!"

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Chapter Seventeen: News of the Mutants

Adam spent a day at Dawn Film Company arranging the pre-production work before returning to Howard's villa.

Once inside, Adam found that Tony had returned and was sitting there talking to Maria.

When Maria Stark saw Adam, she smiled and said, "Oh, my child, you've come. Are you alright?"

Adam went over and hugged Mary, saying, "Yes, Mother, I've come to see you. I went to Father's company today. He said he'd be back tonight, but why isn't he back yet?"

Maria smiled and said, "Your father is always like this, haha. I'm really happy that you and Tony are back today. Since you moved out and Tony stopped living here, this house has been so quiet and unpleasant to be in."

Adam replied apologetically, "I'm sorry, Mother. I will come back to see you often, I promise!"

Tony quickly added, "Yeah, me too. Never mind, I'll move back in!"

Maria laughed and said, "Really? Hehe, that's great. Your father is usually not around, and your brother is busy with his career. It's good to have you with me."

Tony was immediately annoyed and said, "Hey Mom, do you think I'm a good-for-nothing?"

Maria feigned confusion and asked, "Huh? Tony, is there something else you're busy with? Is being a playboy better than spending time with your mother? Or have you made being a playboy your profession?"

Tony immediately backed down, saying, "Fine, fine, I surrender, I'll stay with you!"

Maria smiled, then said seriously, "Listen, Tony, you should try starting your own business. After all, you definitely wouldn't want to go and help your father!"

Tony chuckled and said, "Hehe, Mom, starting a business is too easy for me, and I'm still young. I'll think about it in a few years."

Adam knew Tony's personality and laughed, "Alright, Mother, don't underestimate him. Once he's had his fun and wants to get down to business, he'll definitely surprise you."

Just then, the door opened and Howard walked in, looking slightly tired. Hearing Adam's words, he asked, "Oh? Who surprised Maria? Was it you, Adam?"

Maria smiled and said, "Oh, Adam is talking about Tony. I'm planning to have him try starting a business. Adam said Tony will give me a surprise."

Howard glanced at Tony, always finding him overly flamboyant, and frowned, saying, "Just take it as a joke. He's grown up under our protection; he won't mature without experiencing hardship!"

Tony was furious upon hearing this and said, "Hey, old man, what exactly do you want from me? You've never been satisfied with me. I've worked hard. I got into university at 15, and I graduated this year with the highest score in the whole school. I'm just a bit carefree, so why don't you even look at my achievements!"

Howard chuckled and said, "Look at him, he's at it again. He really is an immature kid!"

Tony was about to say something when Adam stopped him. Adam frowned and shook his head, and Tony immediately shut his mouth, grunted, and sat down on the sofa without saying a word. Adam, as the older brother, still held some authority.

On the other side, Maria scolded Howard a bit, and the family dinner ended on a sour note, leaving Adam feeling a little depressed. A perfectly good family dinner was ruined by two arrogant people.

Although the festive atmosphere of the family dinner was gone, Maria was still very happy, as the family hadn't been this lively in a long time. Seeing this, Adam secretly resolved to spend more time with his mother, so she wouldn't feel lonely and isolated anymore.

Nothing happened that night. The next day, after Adam finished washing up, he went downstairs and saw Howard looking at the news with a serious expression.

Adam walked over with a puzzled look in his eyes and found that ABC's news channel was broadcasting a report about mutants. He let out a soft "hmm" and then sat down next to Howard, quietly watching the TV.

The video being played was about mutants committing crimes. It might not have been shot by a professional photographer, so the footage wasn't very good. However, this scene made it seem even more real. Sure enough, the news channel immediately followed up with a report on a public incident that occurred in Washington.

Howard suddenly asked, "What's your take on this?"

Adam thought for a moment and said, "Something might go wrong. After all, once mutants are exposed, people's fear of mutants will spread. If those people or organizations that exposed mutants do something at this time, then a war between humans and mutants might break out."

Howard nodded and said, "Yes, you're right. There may be someone who wants to start a war between mutants and humans, but we can't rule out the possibility that some people want to divert S.H.I.E.L.D.'s attention."

Howard believed Adam must have already noticed the existence of S.H.I.E.L.D.

Adam nodded and said, "Maybe. After I finished fighting the sorcerer that day, I noticed two groups of people staring at me. But I was too tired, so I left. After that, I did some research and found out that S.H.I.E.L.D. wanted to use me to lure out Hydra. It seems that Hydra found out about this, so they simply exposed the existence of mutants and are trying to take advantage of the chaos."