Remember this: I am the Destroyer, not Iron Man.

Chapter 70 Remember this: I am the Destroyer, not Iron Man (Seeking first subscription)

That's right.

Tony Stark was in a very good mood, even extremely good.

Even the corners of his mouth curled up with the same smile as Zhou Cheng.

The playboy stared at the gleaming "new battery" in his hand, as if it were a rare treasure.

Yes, a new element has been synthesized!

Just as recorded in his diary, after discovering the secret of the Stark Expo model, the Playboy immediately moved it back to his mansion.

An analysis and study were conducted.

The new element was successfully discovered.

Then, they boldly built their own "production line" inside their villa.

In just three days, the theory was turned into reality.

They truly synthesized a new "battery" using new elements.

"Sir, congratulations! You've synthesized a new element!"

Jarvis, the thoughtful smart assistant, immediately sent his congratulations.

"Yes, I synthesized it!"

With a smile on his lips and anticipation in his eyes, the playboy placed the new battery into the Ark reactor.

hum!

The previously stagnant Ark reactor immediately began to flash with a dazzling blue light.

Jarvis had been monitoring the relevant data and readings and immediately reported the results.

"Sir, the reactor has fully accepted the new energy core!"

Tony Stark's smile grew even brighter.

"Conduct the relevant tests immediately!"

"I swear, freshly squeezed vegetable juice, oh, that damn chlorophyll, I'm about to throw up from drinking it."

Tony Stark then gave Jarvis another instruction.

"As you wish, sir!"

The loyal and reliable Jarvis immediately began a series of necessary tests on the new reactor.

The test results are, of course, beyond question.

The synthesized new element has no problems and is ready for use.

Where was the Playboy now, without any hesitation?

They immediately and swiftly removed their deadly "toxic reactor" and replaced it with a brand new "non-toxic reactor".

"Sir, how are you feeling?"

Jarvis asked his boss for his opinion.

"Fantastic!"

"Aside from a slightly odd taste that's a mix of metallic and coconut flavors."

Overall, it was fantastic!

Playboy felt the brand-new battery, casually moved his hands and feet, and nodded repeatedly.

I don't know if it's because I'm in high spirits due to a happy occasion, or if it's because all the toxins from the palladium element have been eliminated, which has improved my health.

Tony Stark felt he was in absolutely the best possible condition at that moment.

"Sir, congratulations."

"You can use the armor as you please from now on without any worries."

Jarvis sent another congratulatory message.

"That's right, so~"

"Jarvis, we've been slacking off for a while; it's time we caught up on what we'd missed!"

"Sir, are you planning to make another cameo appearance as 'Iron Man'?"

Jarvis naturally understood what his boss meant.

"It's the 'Destroyer'."

"As you wish!"

Click click click!

This was accompanied by the sounds of mechanical collisions and clicks.

The robotic arms kept circling around Tony Stark, operating continuously.

It only took a short while.

The cool and imposing Mark III armor was donned by Tony Stark.

Iron Man, oh no, the Destroyer, is back in action once again.

"Get Stan's list!"

Tony Stark gave Jarvis another instruction.

Swish!

With Tony Stark's command, a list was projected directly in front of him.

Tony Stark's eyes swept quickly across the list, and he pointed to one of the names.

"This is it, Jarvis. What are you waiting for?"

Whoosh!

The cool armor soared into the sky once again.

And this time...

With the Arc Reactor problem completely resolved, Tony Stark no longer had any worries.

They spared no effort in destroying Stark Group weapons that had fallen into the hands of terrorists.

Boom boom boom!

Bang bang bang!

This is accompanied by a series of explosions and fires around the world.

The long list that he had originally received from Stan began to shrink steadily.

until……

"Iron Man!"

"It's the legendary Iron Man!"

"Damn it, he really exists!"

In a village that Tony Stark had never even heard of before.

A group of terrorists who had occupied the area stared at the iron lump falling from the sky, all of them filled with shock and rage.

He kept shouting and yelling.

They were all gripping various weapons, all aimed at Iron Man.

"Jarvis, what are they saying?"

Tony Stark, of course, couldn't understand those various obscure languages, and with a hint of curiosity, he casually asked Jarvis.

"They were surprised by the appearance of Iron Man."

Jarvis gave a concise summary.

I'll only say it once!

"I am the Destroyer!"

Tony Stark emphasized this point as he raised his hand to the terrorists.

His palms began to shimmer with an incomparably dazzling light.

Chu Chu Chu!

Chu Chu Chu!

Without any further hesitation, the terrorists began to mercilessly pull the trigger on Iron Man.

A hail of bullets immediately surrounded Iron Man.

But without a doubt, it wouldn't have the slightest impact on Iron Man.

Ding ding ding.

Amidst this crisp, metallic clanging sound.

Iron Man calmly and methodically retaliated against the terrorists.

They easily wiped out all the terrorists.

Jarvis easily located the enemy's hidden armory with a single scan.

Whoosh!

Iron Man fired a missile directly at it.

Boom boom boom!

A deafening explosion rang out, and blazing flames shot up instantly, as if even the horizon was dyed red.

In the midst of that violent shockwave from the explosion.

Iron Man flew away with dazzling flames shooting out from his limbs.

"Sir, congratulations, that's the last one on the list."

"Your mission is complete!"

Just as my body disappeared into the clouds, Jarvis's voice rang in my ears.

That's right.

The armed base that was just destroyed was the last one on the list that Tony Stark stole from Stan.

It took Tony Stark about six months to finally complete the task.

"That's right, my mission is complete."

Tony Stark agreed wholeheartedly, but after a pause, he added, "Temporary."

"It sounds like you have some kind of plan in mind."

Jarvis, who knew his boss very well, naturally sensed something was amiss.

"Yes, I already have a plan."

Tony Stark's words were meaningful and witty.

Back in his luxurious villa.

After taking off his armor, Playboy immediately called Pepper Potts over.

He told Pepper Potts about his so-called "plan".

"Are you going to reveal your identity as 'Iron Man'?"

Pepper Potts was somewhat surprised by this, as Tony Stark's decision was rather sudden.

That's right.

Pepper Potts was the only person besides a few who had read the diary and Rhodes who knew Tony Stark's secret identity.

It has to be said that Playboy trusts his assistant quite a bit, as he didn't hide this kind of thing from her.

"It's the identity of the Destroyer!"

Tony Stark emphasized this point.

"OK, it doesn't matter if it's Destroyer or Iron Man!"

"The important thing is, Tony, are you really sure?"

Pepper Potts stared intently at her boss, looking incredibly excited.

Personally, Chili Pepper was naturally delighted that this had happened.

After all, the Stark Group has been barely surviving for the past six months, which has been incredibly difficult.

Tony Stark's decision will be the lifeline that saves the Stark Group from collapse.

"What other choice did I have?"

"I created the coolest thing in the world, but now I can only use it secretly?"

"Every time we go out, we have to rely on Rhodes to secretly help us out with air traffic control?"

Tony Stark shrugged as if it were perfectly natural.

Pepper Potts nodded.

Thinking about it carefully, that's indeed the case.

For the Iron Man armor to be used openly, it must be made public.

Otherwise, it will always be something that can't be seen in the light of day.

Not to mention.

As Tony's actions continue, more and more clues are revealed.

In fact, recently, quite a few people have been calling Pepper Potts.

They might subtly inquire about the relationship between Stark Industries and Iron Man, or directly ask about it.

Public opinion is gradually becoming uncontrollable.

Pepper Potts completely understands that Tony Stark wanted to hold this press conference.

However, there was one thing Pepper Potts didn't know: there was actually a deeper reason why Playboy decided to reveal the armor.

During the time he fought crime while wearing Mark III, Tony Stark truly found the meaning of his life!

Although all the criminals on Stan's list have been taken down, Tony Stark's fight against crime will not stop there.

Give me some time to plan.

Pepper Potts left after saying that, then hurriedly walked away in her high heels.

Soon after, an official statement from Stark Industries was released, drawing widespread attention from all sectors of society.

This also caught the attention of Zhou Cheng, a time traveler who was familiar with the plot.

"Is Playboy going to hold a press conference?"

Zhou Cheng also expressed great curiosity and anticipation regarding this news.

After all, no matter what.

This is Tony Stark's first public appearance since announcing the closure of the weapons manufacturing division six months ago.

This is even under the premise that rumors about "Iron Man" are rampant.

Actually, there are already a lot of rumors flying around, saying that Iron Man was created by Tony Stark.

It's not just because, looking across the entire United States, only Tony Stark has this ability.

Furthermore, someone filmed the Iron Man suit flying out from Marbury's position.

In addition, there were other details and traces that Zhou Cheng could never have imagined.

This has led a considerable number of people to begin to suspect the relationship between Playboy and Iron Man.

Under these circumstances, Zhou Cheng became even more curious.

Even after his intervention and the resulting butterfly effect, is Tony Stark still destined to become Iron Man?

Will the iconic scene of "I am Iron Man" be repeated once again?

Therefore, Zhou Cheng paid close attention to this press conference.

Of course, it wasn't just Zhou Cheng.

In fact, the whole of New York, and even the whole of America.

Countless people are paying attention to this press conference.

Playboy's long-awaited appearance was no exaggeration to say that it was highly anticipated.

……

Stark Tower.

Amidst the attention of the crowd, Tony Stark, impeccably dressed in a suit, strode confidently onto the platform.

Swish swish!

The invited media reporters in the audience were all immediately alerted, their eyes fixed on the playboy.

Tony Stark, who has always been willful and reckless, is a master of creating dramatic moments.

I wonder what kind of bombshell will be dropped this time?

Many rumors suggest that the legendary "Iron Man" is Tony Stark. I wonder if Playboy held the press conference because of this?

Everyone was filled with anticipation.

"I know, I can tell from your eyes."

"In fact, everything about you is written all over your faces."

"There have been rumors circulating lately that I have something to do with that 'Iron Man' guy."

"Some people even confidently claim that I am 'Iron Man'."

Sure enough, Tony Stark's opening remarks immediately piqued everyone's interest.

"I want to solemnly declare to everyone that it is not a rumor!"

Suddenly, the scene erupted into chaos, practically boiling over.

No journalist could remain calm.

Everyone picked up microphones and cameras, all pointing their long lenses and microphones at the Playboy.

"Mr. Stark!"

"Mr. Stark!"

"Mr. Stark!"

A flood of questions came at him, and the playboy was completely overwhelmed by their spittle.

Everyone was bombarding the Playboy with questions about Iron Man, leaving him utterly overwhelmed.

"I want to emphasize here that I am indeed the 'Iron Man' you're talking about."

"But this doesn't mean I acknowledge the 'title,' I only acknowledge the identity."

"As for a title, I've chosen a better one myself: Destroyer."

"You may call me the Destroyer."

Destroyer?

What the hell?

Looking at Tony Stark trying his best to explain and clarify on the television, Zhou Cheng's forehead was immediately filled with question marks.

What's the deal with the Destroyer?

When Zhou Cheng saw Playboy arrogantly admit that "it's not a rumor," he thought this was a sure thing.

The iconic scene of "I am Iron Man" will be reenacted.

So, the Destroyer?

Zhou Cheng's back was really hurt.

Damn, I guessed the beginning but not the ending.

He never expected this.

The Iron Man in this universe isn't Iron Man at all; he's actually the Destroyer!

Whether it's the cinematic universe, the main comic book universe, or all those other parallel universes, is there a Tony Stark, the Destroyer?

Zhou Cheng racked his brains but couldn't remember anything at all.

Unable to figure it out, Zhou Cheng subconsciously pulled out his diary and wrote down his puzzled feelings.

(End of this chapter)