Chapter 72 Tony Poisoned?

Chapter 72 Tony Poisoned?

Even Pepper understood that Tony was currently was not in a healthy state.

Leon felt fantastic. "It's logical that you don't have to implant the Arc Reactor into your body right now to save your life. How did you end up with palladium poisoning?"

Honestly, palladium isn't an element that's easily absorbed in the first place. In fact, there are very few instances and clinical records of palladium poisoning so far.

Deliberate experimentation is almost necessary for palladium poisoning to occur.

This substance is a bit mischievous, but when it comes to palladium, surprisingly, it's a very safe element.

Even if you accidentally ingest palladium, it's difficult for your body to absorb it.

Unless it's directly injected into the bloodstream through a vein, that's when it becomes toxic.

But now, Tony is like Colonel Rhodes wearing the War Machine suit. He's Iron man armor is powered by arc reactor energy in his battle suit. How did he manage to get poisoned?

Is it really the plot demands?

Leon sipped his beer while observing Tony's pitiable condition. To be honest, he felt like laughing.

Pepper Potts was the one to provide an explanation. She glared at Tony intensely and said angrily, "Leon, you have no idea how famous he is now. Ever since he publicly revealed himself as Iron Man, he's become a global icon. He's a huge star across the world. He's practically living in his battle suit, constantly exposed to palladium radiation. That's why he's in this state."

Leon nearly spit out his sip of beer; it seems Tony truly has such a bold personality.

Because Leon has been residing in Kamar-Taj recently, he's genuinely unaware of Tony's excessive behavior.

Tony is now more renowned than many celebrities, and in numerous places, people are even willing to pay exorbitant amounts just to have Tony make an appearance.

And it suits Tony's character perfectly.

So, almost every day, Tony travels the world in his Iron Man battle suit.

No wonder Pepper is furious. Every time Tony heads out, he often brings along a group of beauties to party with him.

The question is, can you even see what those beauties are wearing?

Anyway, Pepper's not too thrilled about it.

After hearing Pepper Potts' complaint, Leon shook his head in disbelief; this guy is too much.

"You're incredibly wealthy. Can't you be a bit more reserved?" Leon questioned Tony.

With Tony's wealth, is there even a need? By the way, how's their partnership going?

But Tony responded in a seemingly reasonable manner: "It's my first time as a superhero, and I'm definitely finding it exhilarating."

Is that so?

Leon shook his head; being a superhero is about responsibility and duty, not a way to flaunt your wealth.

If that's his mindset, Leon wouldn't agree.

"By the way," Tony sipped his beer slowly, not daring to gulp it down, given his current condition. He glanced at Leon and suddenly mentioned, "It seems like United States Armed Forces served me a subpoena yesterday. If I'm not mistaken, it's related to the battle suit technology."

Upon hearing this, worry crossed Pepper Potts' face.

However, Leon remained calm and collected.

"What's your take?" Tony asked Leon. "Should I comply?"

Leon grinned. "Given your cautious nature, would you really comply?"

He was skeptical.

Tony chuckled, saying, "But the battle suit technology was your idea after all. If you think I should comply, I'll respect your opinion."

He wasn't denying that he's cautious; admitting he's somewhat selfish isn't a concern for him.

Leon snorted, "What did Obadiah die for? Did he die for the battle suit technology? Well, it depends on whether they want to take it. By the way, aren't you developing battle suit technology yourself? What's mine is hypocrisy."

He understood exactly what Tony meant when he said that; wasn't Tony just trying to involve him?

But was he scared?

Not to mention the present time, when he first arrived on Earth, didn't he swiftly eliminate those Ten Rings operatives?

And later, when confronted by S.H.I.E.L.D, he was the first to display cooperation and then shift to making threats. Even S.H.I.E.L.D didn't dare to trouble him.

Secretary of Defense?

(Tony's subpoena originated from the Ministry of Defense, and the current Secretary of Defense is handling this matter.)

"I know what needs to be done, but you'd better come with me," Tony pleaded.

With a smile, Leon replied, "Alright, but if things turn violent, can you handle the responsibility?"

Tony sighed. "Alright, seems like I'll have to deal this on my own."

Tony understood Leon's threat and strengths better than anyone, comprehending his character and resolute methods thoroughly. If Leon said there would be a fight, there certainly would be...

And the consequences would be dire.

"By the way, I recall you mentioning new elements that could replace palladium, offering greater stability and stronger energy output?" Suddenly, Tony rolled his eyes and casually brought up the topic of the new element.

Leon suppressed a smile and glanced at the remnants of palladium poisoning on Tony.

He had asserted that palladium poisoning was quite improbable, especially given Tony's current method of using the Arc Reactor as an energy source. If this could lead to poisoning, wouldn't Colonel Rhodes have succumbed long ago?

Leon even extended his hand and brushed against Tony's chest, removing a faint green mark.

Tony tried to hide it or play it off, muttering, "Hey dude, come on, I'm not in that."

Leon inspected the green stain on his fingers, realizing it was nothing more than a trace of paint.

Pepper also gaped at Tony in astonishment. "You lied to me? You're not poisoned?"

In reality, considering Tony's disposition, if he were truly poisoned, he would never let anyone know; he'd conceal it adeptly to spare others from worrying.

It was because he voluntarily disclosed it that Leon grew suspicious later.

This assessment turned out to be correct. The green mark was a pigment he had applied, devoid of any traces of poisoning.

Tony felt embarrassed and explained to Pepper with a smirk, "Babe, I have my reasons for this."

He definitely wanted to inquire about the new element from Leon.

Yet, Pepper was genuinely concerned—how much anxiety she'd been feeling during this period, didn't he realize?

Frustrated, Potts got up and departed.

Tony looked at Leon and hurriedly followed her.

Leon lounged comfortably on the sofa. He was no longer a third wheel now; it would have felt odd to linger there otherwise.

Well, was he deliberately feigning anger at Pepper just to avoid being the odd one out?

Moreover, Tony was the one who stirred up the situation—how was it any of his concern?

Leon didn't take it to heart at all; he even employed [Telekinesis] sub version of [Psychokinesis] to open the refrigerator and snatched two cold beer bottles in a swift motion.

Tony, upon returning, witnessed this scene and exclaimed, "I never expected magic to be real. Wonder if I could learn it."

Leon shook his head. "Technology and magic may appear distinct, but essentially, they're both manifestations of elemental forces. Isn't science also rooted in elements? Care for a closer look?"

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