"Iron Man is always getting slandered."
Andrew complained. Just then, Coulson, who had been on a long business trip, came to the police station to bail out Dr. Reed and his companions. It was clear that S.H.I.E.L.D. had set their sights on the Fantastic Three.
Although Chief George was unwilling, he could only let Dr. Reed and the other two go. He sighed, wondering when the police station would have its own Super Heroes.
At this moment, Andrew's voice sounded beside Chief George: "Chief George, have you ever thought about turning Spider-Man and the others into vigilantes? That way, you can exchange information and better protect New York."
"Mr. Wang."
Chief George recognized this major backer who had always supported him and said, "They are criminals, not vigilantes."
"They only become criminals because you treat them as criminals."
Andrew said, "Essentially, they are just a few passionate young people. If someone is willing to guide them, they will become the protectors of New York citizens."
Chief George retorted, "The protectors of New York citizens are us police. Also, Spider-Man is unreliable. This month he has already destroyed dozens of public properties, and by the way, it's only the third today."
Andrew smiled and asked, "If that's the case, why are you desperately looking for Super Heroes?"
Chief George was speechless. He stubbornly said, "New York cannot hire people with unknown identities as vigilantes. If they want to be vigilantes, they must first take off their masks."
"Leaking their identities is very dangerous for them. Not everyone is as rich and powerful as Tony Stark."
Andrew said, "However, there isn't no alternative. They can tell their identities to a trustworthy person, such as Iron Man. This way, if anything happens in the future, the police can ask Iron Man to reveal their identities."
Chief George's eyes lit up. This was possible?
"In addition, after they become vigilantes, the police station can establish a foundation to accept donations from all sectors of society to compensate for the damage they cause."
Andrew continued, "You can also commission manufacturers to sell their merchandise."
"Donations, merchandise?"
Chief George was surprised. No wonder he could become a billionaire at such a young age; he was truly extraordinary. If he had a mind like Andrew's, he wouldn't have always been short on money for a bigger house.
"However, there are two things I need to remind you first: First, your relationship with the vigilantes is a partnership, not a hierarchical one. Don't think about ordering them; you should guide them."
Andrew said, "Second, commercialization should be kept in moderation and not go too far. Once the degree of commercialization is too high, Super Heroes will inevitably change their nature. Being a Super Hero is never about making money."
Chief George said gratefully, "Mr. Wang, thank you for your suggestion. I will seriously consider it."
Andrew nodded and turned to leave. He said all this to improve the relationship between Spider-Woman and Chief George, to avoid any future father-daughter conflict, which would be too boring.
He was truly a good boyfriend, so considerate.
At this moment, Susan walked over angrily and said, "That Jonathan guy left with the S.H.I.E.L.D. people. That Coulson was smiling, and you could tell at a glance he wasn't a good person."
"Coulson will cry."
Andrew laughed, "Susan, this is a good thing. S.H.I.E.L.D. has enough strength to help Jonathan clean up his messes. Jonathan is a smart kid; he'll mature after hitting a few walls."
"I'm afraid he'll hit them so hard he dies."
Susan said grumpily. Andrew laughed, "Don't worry, he won't die that easily. There's an old Eastern saying: 'A scourge lives for a thousand years.'"
Susan rolled her eyes at Andrew and said, "Are you cursing my brother?"
Andrew didn't answer. He brought up another matter: "Susan, the money earned from Stark Industries has been transferred back to Rebirth Group. You'll have to work hard recently to completely take over Hammer Industries."
"With enough funds, acquiring Hammer Industries will definitely not be a problem. You really achieved a win-win situation this time."
Susan first nodded, then asked with a bit of confusion, "By the way, I have Abilities now, so why is my life still the same as before? Logically, shouldn't I be a Super Hero, maintaining world peace?"
Andrew laughed, "Being a Super Hero? Susan, if you encounter any disaster, I think it's better if you call me."
Susan actually really wanted to be a Super Hero. She said with a hint of unwillingness, "That's true, but if that's the case, what's the point of me gaining Abilities? Being a female CEO doesn't require invisibility, and certainly not an energy barrier."
"Well, actually, I can also be invisible. We can try..."
"Get out!"
...
At the S.H.I.E.L.D. New York branch, Coulson extended his hand to Dr. Reed with a smile: "Welcome to S.H.I.E.L.D."
"I haven't joined S.H.I.E.L.D.; I'm just cooperating with you."
Dr. Reed corrected him. If he had a choice, he actually didn't want to have any dealings with a spy organization like S.H.I.E.L.D. The problem was, he had no choice, because he was, again and again... bankrupt.
The Cosmic Storm project was Dr. Reed's own project; Stark Industries was only an investor. This time, the project completely failed, and Dr. Reed's company went directly bankrupt, with even his laboratory almost emptied.
To save his company and to turn Ben back to his original appearance, Dr. Reed could only accept S.H.I.E.L.D.'s funding and become S.H.I.E.L.D.'s partner.
"Why am I so unlucky?"
Dr. Reed didn't know how many times he had let out such a wail. This time, he not only lost his company but also Susan.
"It's all the same, Dr. Reed. Your Abilities need training. I will send professional Agents to train you."
Coulson laughed. Since they were partners, it meant that S.H.I.E.L.D. could ask Dr. Reed and his companions for help in the future, which meant that S.H.I.E.L.D.'s strength had grown.
Stone Man shouted, "We don't need training; we just need to change back."
"That's you. I'd be happy to train. I feel like I have unlimited potential. I'm going to be the next Ghost Rider; he's super cool."
Human Torch said excitedly. Seeing Human Torch and Stone Man about to argue, Dr. Reed quickly mediated.
Coulson secretly shook his head. Their Abilities were good, but they still had a long way to go before becoming true Super Heroes.
...
At the Malibu Villa, Pepper shouted to Tony, who had just returned from the hospital: "Tony Stark, you must give up being a Super Hero. How many times have you been in danger?"
"I used to encounter danger frequently because I was too weak then. It won't happen anymore."
Tony said, "Everyone thinks I didn't mutate because of the Iron Man Suit's protection. They're wrong. I, Tony Stark, also have an Ability."
Pepper was stunned: "You also have an Ability? What Ability?"
Tony said proudly, "Infinite energy, which means I can work twenty-four hours a day without sleeping."
"What good is this overtime Ability for combat?"
Pepper complained, "Can it stop you from being kidnapped?"
"Overtime Ability?"
Tony's face darkened a little. He said, "Of course it can. My most important asset is my intelligence. Being able to work non-stop means the Iron Man Suit will be updated and replaced at an unprecedented speed. It won't be long before I can defeat all enemies."
After a pause, Tony said to Pepper with a somewhat frivolous tone, "Pepper, infinite energy, never getting tired, you know."