Chapter: 30

"Don't make a big fuss about it. If the worst comes to worst, I'll just compensate them with a better aircraft. Besides, the Air Force can't do anything to me. They still need me to design the engine for the Quin-jet fighter they're currently developing," Tony shrugged nonchalantly, taking another big bite of his cheeseburger.

"I think you're fearless, for sure. Colonel Rhodes must have helped you cover up the situation. Otherwise, the Department of Defense and the military officials would definitely drag you to court and force you to hand over the technology of the Iron Man armor to the country, using various charges," Mark warned his old man about the future developments of the events.

"They're just wishful thinking! They can't touch my stuff," Tony dismissed the concern. "Let's not talk about this anymore. We'll deal with it when it actually happens. The legal and PR teams I hired are not to be taken lightly. Whether they come with words or force, whether they want to sue or sabotage, I'll handle them all!"

"By the way, I've already set up a personal sole proprietorship company for you in your name. The company's staff is already assembled. The name is [Mark Stark Technology R&D Center]. You are the Company's Director and Responsible for liability for business debt. But since you're not of legal age yet, I'll act as your guardian and guarantee for you," Tony informed.

"You decided on the company name without even confirming it with me!" Mark thought Tony was too occupied with the development of the armor and hadn't had the chance to fulfill this matter. However, when he heard the news again, he realized the company was already established, and the name was not of his choosing.

"With your naming skills, could you come up with a good name?" Tony replied. Mark's words hit him hard, targeting his weak spot. Faced with Tony's counter-question, Mark remained silent, keeping all his words to himself.

Although reluctant to admit it, after enduring numerous blows over the past decade, Mark had come to accept that his luck in naming things was not great.

"You see, you can't even come up with an answer! So, since I'll end up changing it anyway, isn't it more efficient for me to decide directly? Besides, Pepper helped with the name, so if you have any objections, you can talk to her," Tony said.

"Then I have no objections..." Mark said in a somewhat dejected manner.

"Good. Now, I'm going to explain the Mark III situation to Pepper and build some rapport. By the way, I'll also show you the location of your new company's office. "

"Do you remember to reserve a dedicated laboratory for me?" Mark looked interestedly at Tony and asked.

"Don't worry, everything is arranged according to my standards. And your laboratory is a pilot project for the Arc Reactor's new energy. All the equipment in your lab will be powered by the underground Arc Reactor, which is expected to provide uninterrupted power for over two hundred years," Tony assured him.

"Yes!" Mark jumped up with joy upon hearing Tony's description of his new laboratory. For a scientific enthusiast like him, what could be more appealing than a laboratory that could bring all his ideas to life?

After tidying up his appearance, Tony drove Mark to a high-tech innovation park located an hour's drive from the Stark Mansion. This innovation park was designed and built by Stark Industries, incorporating production and research into one.

Only technology startups that received investment from Stark Industries or related companies approved by Stark Industries could enter this innovation park. The park charged a small management fee and rent well below market prices to the resident companies each year, but this didn't mean they could enjoy these benefits without worries. If their annual research results did not meet the approval of Stark Industries' evaluation department, they could be expelled from the park. Stark Industries might also stop investing in the company and sell off their shares.

However, this wasn't a problem for Mark. Not to mention that he was the heir of Stark Industries, during this time, he had also gained a considerable number of Stark Industries shares in the stock market amidst the turmoil caused by the closure of the Stark Industries weapons division. Based solely on his own inventive and creative abilities, he was confident that he could pass this so-called year-end evaluation with a hundred percent certainty.

The car drove through the park's carefully landscaped roads and finally stopped in front of a six story building entirely covered in dark green glass curtain walls.

They arrived at the entrance, where there were no security guards or receptionists. Tony swiped his face on the facial recognition device at the entrance, and the glass door automatically unlocked and opened.

Leading Mark inside, Tony explained, "The building has only undergone decoration and office equipment procurement so far, without any smart design. I know you definitely won't be able to hand over this part to others, so I'll leave it for you to play around with."

"The first floor is the reception area and dining area, the second and third floors are the communal office areas, and the fourth and fifth floors are the executive offices."

"And the top floor, the sixth floor, is your personal laboratory, equipped with the most advanced protective hardware. As for the system and intelligent assistant, you have the freedom to do as you please."

"How is it? Not bad, right?"

They made their way to the laboratory on the sixth floor. Tony looked pleased as he saw Mark's excited expression while examining the various seamlessly integrated equipment.

"Alright, alright, you go find Pepper, I can't wait to turn this place into my personal kingdom!" Mark exclaimed. He couldn't wait to start planning the automation design and building control system for the office building. He eagerly opened his computer and got to work.

Tony rolled his eyes and smirked, "Alright, I'm leaving. You can take your time. I'll notify the personal secretary I've chosen for you to come and give you an update on the staff situation, and she'll also drive you home."

Mark remained focused on the computer without responding, but he raised his left hand and made an "OK" gesture, then waved his hand forcefully, indicating to Tony, "You're not needed here anymore, so leave quickly!"

"This kid, he's really a chip off the old block in this kind of situation." Tony turned and left the laboratory on the sixth floor, went downstairs, started his car, and left the park.

"Ah, just thinking about explaining to Pepper later gives me a headache!" Suddenly, Tony regretfully slapped the steering wheel. "Oh no! I should have asked Mark for advice earlier. I was so caught up in his proud demeanor that I forgot. No, I need to go online and check for some strategies first..."

Tony parked the car on the side of the road and started searching for "Love Strategy 2.0" online. Little did he know that those so-called strategies online were just a bunch of keyboard warriors indulging in their own fantasies. Realistically fulfilled individuals wouldn't waste their time on anything other than their significant others.

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Translator Note: "Famous Police Detective in Detective World" is the name of another translation project I'm working on. It is a fanfiction about Detective Conan. Please have a look at it as well; as of right now, 106 chapters have been translated.

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