Chapter 83 : Haytham Technology
"I don't know what you've got inside you already. The mix could be… an abomination."
~ Samuel Sterns, The Incredible Hulk
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Peter Parker felt a little dazed. He had just been informed of his termination, and now he was hired as a researcher in the blink of an eye. This seemed like a premeditated operation.
"Miss Ivy, Mr. Herbert, although I also like to do scientific research, I feel that journalist is more suitable for my job. After all, I can't always stay in the laboratory."
"You like to be a superhero; I know this very well, so I won't force you to work overtime. Of course, you don't care about it. From 9 to 5, you can get off work on time to do what you want."
"I can permit you. For example, if there is an accident in the city, you can save people as soon as possible. You don't have to worry about the opinions of colleagues and bosses. Think about it. You don't have such treatment in newspapers."
Little Spider considered the conditions offered by Jude and realized that this was indeed a dilemma. While becoming a formal reporter could earn him more and save face, it would require sacrificing his freedom. If he couldn't leave an interviewee behind and run, his superhero career might come to an end.
Observing the conflicted expression on Little Spider's face, Jude turned to Ivy and inquired, "What's Peter's salary every month?"
Ivy pressed the bell, and the female secretary promptly walked in.
"Peter Parker, as a news reporter, earns $4,050 a month."
( Translator - 🤯this is the amount I Dream about earning, I didn't know that Spiderman earned so much
Should I also become a news reporter🥲)
Jude couldn't help but be a little surprised by the low salary of American journalists. Considering the average working-class salary of about $50,000 per year, the seemingly prestigious profession of journalism didn't pay as well as expected.
Brushing off the female secretary, Jude smiled and said, "Peter, $4,050 per month. What can you do with this money? Take a few meals with your girlfriend and watch a few movies. You can't even buy some beautiful clothes for her."
"What's more, you still have an aunt to support. I heard that you are still crowding the subway, right? When can you own a car of your own? Not to mention a house. How do you give your beloved girl a home? You love her, don't you?"
Jude's words hit the young spider like a heavy hammer. This was the reality superheroes had to face – they needed to live, eat, and drink. Especially for law-abiding superheroes like him, making money was more challenging than for ordinary people.
"So, I will give you ten thousand dollars a month; think about it."
Jude suddenly proclaimed, startling Little Spider. He also exclaimed, "I promised ten thousand dollars; we have agreed; this time I can't change my mind."
"Of course, there will be a bonus at the end of the year—at least fifty thousand US dollars, I have the say."
Little Spider's heart raced, but the prospect of fifty thousand dollars was significant. He coughed a few times to conceal his shock, pretending to be nonchalant. "Very well, then where is our research institute?"
"It hasn't been established yet, but it will be available soon."
Little Spider's face stiffened; this was akin to receiving a bad check, and he had also lost a formal job.
"Don't worry, have you heard of the Pampas Institute? I bought it, and you are the first employee I recruited. This is a great honor, Little Spider."
Seeing Peter Parker leave happily, Jude couldn't help but sigh. He was indeed known as the most cocky and intimate superhero in Marvel, and yet he was swayed by such simple incentives.
Thinking about what happened in the original book, Spider-Man's life was indeed very difficult, on par with other superheroes. While super-rich individuals like Tony Stark and Bruce Wayne had vast resources, Spider-Man struggled financially.
Daredevil was a lawyer with a steady income, Hawkeye was a high-level agent, and Captain America received a veteran allowance spanning 70 years. Even Deadpool, a mercenary, had various means to support himself. Spider-Man, on the other hand, faced financial difficulties with his parents gone, his uncle deceased, and only an elderly aunt remaining.
Ivy laughed and remarked, "This big boy is innocent and cute, but isn't ten thousand dollars too little? After all, your money is no different from the wind blowing."
Jude patted Ivy on the shoulder and smiled, "You have to eat one bite at a time, and people can't be satisfied at one time. Isn't it easy to satisfy him? That way, he will be very happy. Maybe wait for me. He will jump up happily when his monthly salary rises to $11,000."
The reason for hiring Little Spider was that Jude had a favorable impression of him, and he didn't want to be the only one in the research institute. Jude didn't like ordinary mediocrity, and Little Spider showed promise. His development could be anticipated.
Moreover, this child was easy to satisfy, obedient, and controllable. If I researched something new, he have found a test subject. The physique of an ordinary person might not withstand it, but Little Spider was just the right size.
At noon, Jude had lunch with Ivy, and in the afternoon, he headed straight to the Pampas Institute. With the billions of dollars now in hand, Pandani no longer doubted him. After all, money was the ultimate proof of identity.
Both parties signed their names on the contract, marking the completion of the transaction.
"Congratulations, Mr. Haytham; this is now yours. Have you ever thought of giving it a new name?"
Jude looked at the staff bustling about through the window and felt a surge of pride.
"Naturally, the name Haytham Technology will resound throughout the universe."
"Very well, I was as ambitious as you were at the beginning; I hope you can achieve it."
"Of course, by the way, are the things I want ordered?"
Pandani nodded. "As long as they are available on the market, I have already booked them. I believe they will be sent here in no more than half a month, as some are overseas and the journey is a bit long."
"Mr. Haytham, I hope I can hear your name from time to time in the scientific community."
Jude glanced at him and said, "No, it is my great general who will shock the entire scientific community."
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