Marvel's Death Merchant

"What are your thoughts on being called the Leonardo da Vinci of our time?" Christine asked Stark without mincing words.

“It’s absolutely absurd. I don’t draw.” Stark replied with his usual professional smile.

“And what do you think of the other nickname you and Mr. Donald have, ‘The Merchant of Death’?” Christine continued.

“That’s not bad. Let me guess, you graduated from Berkeley?” Stark indicated he was quite pleased with the title. Then he asked Christine with great interest.

“I’m sorry you guessed wrong, it’s Brown University,” Christine corrected.

“Oh, Miss Brown, this world isn’t perfect, but it’s the only world we have. I promise you, the day we no longer need weapons to maintain world peace, we will begin building children’s hospitals.” Stark said to Christine as if he were very serious, but everyone knew that what Stark said was something that could never be done.

“You’ve practiced that line a lot, haven’t you?” Christine said seriously, clearly having a good understanding of Stark’s personality.

“I practice in front of the mirror every night before bed.” Stark knew that arguing would be useless, so he readily admitted it.

“I can see that,” Christine said with a smile. “I want to take you to see it for yourself.”

“I want a serious answer,” Christine said seriously.

“Okay, I’m serious. My dad used to say that peace means your stick is thicker than everyone else’s.” Stark said to Christine with unusual seriousness.

“Of course, that’s what the stick seller would say,” Christine said calmly, looking into Stark’s eyes.

“Of course, my dad helped the United States defeat the Nazis and participated in the Manhattan Project and the Super Soldier Serum Project. Many people, including professors at Brown University, call him a hero,” Stark told Christine, recounting his father’s experiences.

“Of course, many people also say that he, like Mr. Donalds, made a fortune through the war, which is why their company is so powerful,” Christine smiled and continued.

“Tell me, you’re going to report on advanced medical technology that will save millions of dollars. And smart crops that can solve hunger, all funded by the military, honey,” Stark said to Christine earnestly, taking off his sunglasses.

“Of course, have you ever had insomnia?” Christine grabbed Stark’s hand and said meaningfully.

“Sometimes, I do. A few sleepless nights.” Stark gave Tang Tian a knowing look in the car. Everyone else understood what Stark was going to do next, because this was the true nature of the playboy Stark.

“Okay, Stark, don’t forget the Swiss Technology Expo, be on the plane at 9 o’clock.” Tang Tian got out of the car and said to Stark.

“Of course, my good brother.” Stark glanced at Christine, then turned to Tang Tian and replied.

"Sir, get in the car." Watcher Zero, sitting in the driver's seat, said to Tang Tian.

“Okay, I understand, Zero. Let’s go, Rhodes,” Tang Tian said to Colonel Rhodes. Then the group got into the car and drove away.

Next, we'll have Odridge Chilian from Iron Man 3 join the Watchmen. The Watchmen need more mutants and villains; after all, as America's most powerful superhero organization, they need more strength. (To be continued...)

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Chapter 118 Brice Banner

The changes in the Marvel universe are all interconnected, serving as a link between the past and the future—this is a characteristic of the current world. Basically, the appearance of each superhero leads to the emergence of other superheroes and villains; the appearance of Iron Man also indicates that the Hulk's arrival is not far off.

The Bern Conference in Switzerland is a crucial part of Iron Man 3, and it's also where the creators of the Extremis virus came from. As a biotechnology, the Extremis virus isn't as valuable as the infinitely evolving T-virus, but its stable, non-mutating nature and high immunity to conventional weapons make it a prototype for ultimate biological research. While it may seem small now compared to research on mutant genes and the T-virus, it's still a very promising technology.

According to the comics, Iron Man eventually received the Extremis virus and transformed into a perfect technological mutant. He can summon his nanotech suit anytime through his nervous system, and under normal circumstances, he also possesses incredible superpowers, an indestructible body, and the ability to emit temperatures exceeding 3000 degrees Celsius. Therefore, the Extremis virus is of great research value.

Of course, viruses do have side effects. If they fail to integrate into the gene, the gene will collapse and cause a huge explosion, just like a biological bomb formed by all the biological energy gathered together.

Stark arrived late, but still made it to the meeting. Although the original storyline was set in 1999, which differed significantly from the timeline of Iron Man 1, this world's ability to correct itself was so powerful that it managed to reunite the two timelines.

After a bumpy flight, Tang Tian and Stark arrived at the Bern banquet where Iron Man 3 began. That top-tier, eccentric scientist in biology would definitely approach Tony, wanting him to invest in his research. However, it now seemed highly likely that Stark would approach Tang Tian after his arrival, since Stark's main research was in mechanics, and Tang Tian's Umbrella Corporation perfectly suited his interests.

At the Bern Conference Hotel, Stark and Tang Tian had already disembarked and arrived at the hotel for the technical seminar.

"Tony, you're really something. You're always drunk. Don't you remember you're about to give a speech? You're such a worry!" Stark's girlfriend and part-time secretary, Pepper Potts, said helplessly to Stark when he arrived late again.

"Oh my god, Tony, you're always like this." Pepper patted her forehead helplessly, utterly speechless at Stark's unyielding attitude.

Tang Tian didn't comment on their conversation, and Pepper Potts showed great respect for Tang Tian, ​​a contemporary of Stark's father during World War II. Although most American high-ranking officials and business elites were very curious about Tang Tian's age, his power was too great, so he remained relatively safe. Furthermore, Umbrella Corporation occasionally provided free body activation surgeries to high-ranking military and government officials, benefiting those in power and thus increasing Umbrella's influence. In fact, government and military support played a significant role.

"Impressive, isn't it, Donas?" Stark raised an eyebrow and said with a smug smile. Stark didn't have the same respect for Tang Tian as Pepper Potts did; instead, he had always considered him a friend since they met.

"Of course, you did a good job. It reminds me of your father. He used to say the same thing to his female confidantes back then," Tang Tian said with understanding and a smile.

“That’s natural,” Stark said with a smile.

"Excuse me, are you Tony Stark?" Just as the two finished speaking, a classically beautiful woman with long black hair and a white brocade headdress walked over.

"Oh, unless someone else looks just like me, beautiful lady. May I ask your name?" Tony shrugged, blinked, and waved, stopping the bodyguard who was trying to stop the woman. Stark, true to his nature, was back to doing what he was supposed to do.

“Of course, Maya Hansen, a biological scientist and botanist,” Maya said with a smile to Tony.

"Stark, good luck." Tang Tian knew what Stark was about to do. He then left to talk to other potential partners.

"Hello, are you Mr. Donald?" While Tang Tian was talking to a businessman, a slightly overweight young man wearing glasses walked over.

“Yes, I know you too, Dr. Brice Banner. You are the principal researcher of gamma rays, and also a good friend of Stark.” Tang Tian seemed to have thought of something and said happily to the future Hulk.

“I didn’t expect Mr. Donas to remember me. Your contributions during World War II were truly immense. Captain America was able to obtain Superman’s powers, and the current decline in crime rates in the United States is largely thanks to you.” Brice Banner scratched his head, nervously recounting what he knew.

"It seems General Ross has told you quite a bit," Tang Tian said earnestly, patting Brice Banner on the shoulder. Brice Banner nodded, indicating that Tang Tian was correct.

"However, I'm curious how you and someone with Stark's personality met." Tang Tian asked this question because he was somewhat puzzled about how Stark and Brice Banner knew each other.

“Yes, that’s how it is.” Brice Banner paused, then began to recount how he met Stark.

Years ago, during their teenage years, Brice Banner and Tony Stark, both brilliant scientists, were scientific rivals. Before his first encounter with Stark, Brice Banner thought Stark was merely a genius in name only and nothing to fear. But by lunchtime, the two had become scientific brothers.

Then, at dinner, their combined vocabulary far surpassed that of their mentor. From then on, their relationship grew increasingly close.

Brice Banner initially thought the reason might be that they got along well, since they were both very intelligent. Or perhaps it was because their families had both made their fortunes in expensive weapons. So their relationship grew stronger, forming the basis for their close scientific friendship.

"Later, over the next few years, my contact with Stark decreased. However, after he turned over a new leaf, we recently started working together on a ray weapon project for the Ross military." Brice Banner snapped out of his reverie and began telling Tang Tian about their current work. Brice Banner could tell Tang Tian so much because of Tang Tian's close relationship with General Ross, so sharing this information was no problem for him.

"What type of ray weapon project is that? If it has great potential, I'll invest in it," Tang Tian said with a smile to Brice Banner, while a possibility came to mind.

“It’s a gamma-ray bomb weapon.” Tang Tian blurted out without even thinking.

"Just as I suspected." Hearing this, Tang Tian understood that his guess was correct. (To be continued...)

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Chapter 119 General Ross

"Dr. Benny, you and Stark are both top-notch scientists. I believe that the weapons you create together will be even more powerful." Tang Tian took a glass of red wine from the waiter and smiled at Bruce Banner. He greatly admired talented scientists, and he now had a large number of them at his disposal.

“Of course, thank you for your kind words.” Bruce Banner also raised his glass of red wine and clinked it with Tang Tian’s. The two of them drank it all in one gulp.

"I bet General Ross is here! As his most outstanding scientist, you're here for more than just to meet me, right?" Tang Tian smiled at Dr. Banner, as if he knew everything.

“Of course, Mr. Donas, General Ross sent me to find you.” Bruce Banner chuckled awkwardly, quite impressed with Tang Tian’s observational skills.

Tang Tian certainly knew what General Ross meant by coming here. He had recently taken action, showing General Ross the prototype Terminator data, and knew General Ross would be interested in these technologies. He had previously sold General Ross a considerable number of trackers, which, after being deployed in warfare, were virtually invincible, swiftly and decisively destroying enemy attacks like a blitzkrieg, thus solidifying General Ross's position within the military.

Bruce Banner led Tang Tian towards a secluded corner, while Zero, an elite member of the Watchmen, emerged from the crowd. Secretly protecting his boss, Zero possessed exceptional computational skills and firearms prowess, making him a perfect soldier. Of course, Zero was also being thoroughly studied by Alexia, who planned to popularize him among Umbrella Corporation's clone troopers if possible, thus significantly enhancing their combat effectiveness.

Led by Bruce Banner, they arrived at a table in a secluded corner. There stood a middle-aged man who appeared to be in his sixties, exuding a cold, ruthless aura. No one else approached; clearly, General Ross had forbidden anyone from disturbing them.

Upon seeing his old friend Tang Tian approach, General Ross turned to his assistant, who immediately took out a bottle of red wine from his briefcase and filled the glasses for both Tang Tian and General Ross.

Tang Tian finished his red wine without ceremony and waited for General Ross to continue. Sure enough, General Ross smiled and said, "Mr. Donald, I've seen the Terminator's data. He's no less capable than the Nemesis. I called you here because I believe there's potential for cooperation."

"Of course, Your Excellency, I know that." Tang Tian said calmly. As a contemporary of General Ross and a former partner, the two had a good relationship.

"Well then, old friend, I'd like to hear your thoughts," General Ross said, raising his head with a mixture of appreciation and inquiry towards Tang Tian.

“I can provide the military with Terminator robots, just like the Tracker, in unlimited quantities, as long as you have enough funds.” Tang Tian directly turned on the 3D projection on his wrist computer, displaying the combat data of the prototype Terminator on the table. Although General Ross had only seen the data, he had not yet seen the actual footage, so the combat data immediately attracted his attention.

"I think his combat power definitely surpasses that of the Nemesis." General Ross finally showed an incredulous expression, genuinely surprised by the Terminator's powerful firepower. The Terminator's formidable combat capabilities alone demonstrate its military value.

Tang Tian's true goal was to make the Terminator Force a core military unit, since the Terminator Force was controlled by Skynet. Therefore, objectively speaking, Tang Tian had already demonstrated his control over Skynet, making this a crucial point.

Then Tang Tian began to introduce the different types of Terminator robots to General Ross.

"First is the T-1, a battlefield robot with dual tracks, equipped with two 7.62mm M134 Gatling rapid-fire machine guns. It is also equipped with 120mm anti-tank missiles. The T-20 is an intelligence service robot, and the T-70 is a humanoid terminator with its own automatic weapons in its arms. It can use gasoline as its power source."

Tang Tian played the Terminator's combat data as he spoke, then quietly waited for General Ross to show interest. Of course, those sold were all downgraded versions; the powerful T-800 was shelved, and the engine was replaced with a gasoline engine, so the Terminators sold were actually much less powerful.

After reviewing the combat data, General Ross raised his head in satisfaction, and a slight smile finally appeared on his perpetually icy face. He then said to Tang Tian, ​​"So what do I need to give in order to obtain these weapons?" General Ross began to speak seriously, believing that it was only right to pay a price to his old friend in order to improve the military's strength.

“Of course, I’m very interested in the gamma-ray bomb that Stark and Dr. Banner are researching. If the research is successful, I need all of his data,” Tang Tian said after thinking for a moment. He paused, then continued, “Also, when Umbrella Corporation is in danger, I need your full assistance, General.” Tang Tian said this to avoid being attacked by superheroes after a biohazard outbreak.

"It doesn't sound like a problem. Umbrella Corporation has a good reputation in other countries. Of course, if Umbrella Corporation encounters any bad things, we will do our best to help." General Ross waved his hand and said nonchalantly. Because Umbrella Corporation is very powerful, there is basically no negative news about it at present, so General Ross is not very worried.

"It seems I've gotten a good deal this time. Umbrella Corporation's weapons are all top-notch. The electromagnetic weapon you sold during World War II still hasn't been cracked. And the military paid Umbrella Corporation $500 billion," General Ross said in surprise, clearly having a very high opinion of Umbrella's weapons, knowing their quality from the moment he sold the Tracker.

“Yes, Mr. Donas, it’s a pleasure doing business with you. Thank you for your contributions to the military.” General Ross was very satisfied with the deal. Of course, he knew what his old friend was like, and their cooperation would not stop.

"General Ross, it's a pleasure to cooperate with you. This is a bottle of modified super serum. Its function is to restore your youthful vitality." As the two shook hands, Tang Tian handed General Ross a blue spiral-shaped glass bottle containing the upgraded T-virus super serum.

"This is... could this be the secret to your youth?" General Ross said in disbelief, his hands trembling as he held the blue vial of medicine.

“Of course, this is a gift from me to you, General,” Tang Tian said with a smile.

Tang Tian's deal with General Ross was successful. He knew what General Ross, in his high position, feared most, so sending him a bottle of enhancement potion was perfectly acceptable and would strengthen his relationship with General Ross.

After bidding farewell to Bruce Banner and General Ross, Tang Tian led Zero to the elevator. Drinking alone, Tang Tian looked around and thought to himself, "Next up is Audridge Chilian, the creator of the Extremis virus. That's the greatest value of coming here." (To be continued...)

Chapter 120 Genius Scientist

"You must be Mr. Donalds. It's a pleasure to meet you." While Tang Tian was waiting for the genius scientist, Aldrich Chilian, a middle-aged man with glasses, short hair, and a bald head walked over to him and greeted him warmly.

"Hello sir, what can I do for you? I don't think I recognize you." Tang Tian knew who the man was, so he didn't even glance at him, but simply asked politely.

"Well, my name is Hou Yinsen, and I'm a physicist. I heard that Umbrella Corporation needs scientists to join us, and I think your abilities are quite good." Hou Yinsen stated his value without the slightest fear, and then watched to see how Tang Tian would respond. He was very confident in his abilities.

“Hmm, I remember now. You meet the company’s requirements in all aspects, so Umbrella Corporation welcomes scientists like you to join us.” Tang Tian seemed to have suddenly realized something, and then extended his hand to say this. Of course, he wouldn’t tell Hou Yinsen that he actually really wanted to get to know him.

"By the way, the man next to me is the most famous doctor in the government of the ancient country," Hou Yinsen enthusiastically pointed to Dr. Wu from the ancient country next to him and explained to Tang Tian.

Even Hou Yinsen was surprised that he joined Umbrella Corporation so easily. Although he had heard that Umbrella Corporation collected a lot of information on scientists, hearing it from Tang Tian's mouth today still surprised Hou Yinsen.

"Hello, Dr. Wu." Tang Tian greeted Dr. Wu warmly. Although Tang Tian's identity was that of a Chinese American, his soul belonged to a true ancient Chinese.

Hou Yinsen was a key player in the Middle East, and Tang Tian knew he had saved Tony Stark's life at a crucial moment. Therefore, he recruited him into the Umbrella Corporation; his talent was undeniable.

Just as Tang Tianhou, Yin Sen, and the others were talking, a disheveled, lame man suddenly appeared at the elevator entrance. He wore an excited smile and said, "Hey, Mr. Donald, I'm Audridge Qilianan. I greatly admire your achievements in biology."

"I see! What brings you here?" Tang Tian turned around and said calmly when he heard what Audrich Qilianan said.

Audridge Chilian walked excitedly toward Tang Tian, ​​completely ignoring the cold and powerful bodyguard, Zero, standing before him. However, unlike in the movies, he wasn't humiliated by Stark; Zero, having been notified beforehand, didn't make things difficult for him.

"Mr. Donald, this is my advanced conceptual mechanics design, short for Ultimate Biological Research." After saying this, Qi Lian'an took out the prepared materials and sent them to Tang Tian, ​​saying confidently.

Tang Tian casually glanced at the documents, then put them down and said, "Is this all your research is? It doesn't seem complete. I can't support your research like this." Tang Tian smiled at Audrich Qilianan.