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Chapter 233
chapter 0137 part 2
"Mr. Tang, I didn't expect you to come as well. Tony will be very happy to know!"
At the Gate of the Expo, Pepper Potts was greeting some VIPs with her red-haired private assistant.
When she saw Tang Song and Justin Hammer behind him, Pepper Potts instructed her assistant and walked over to greet them.
After Mariko Yashida released his arm, Tang Song stepped forward and exchanged a cheek kiss with Pepper Potts.
After they released each other, Pepper Potts looked surprised and delighted.
"I really didn't expect it! When Mr. Lane said you were on vacation, Tony and I thought you wouldn't be coming to this Industrial Expo!"
Tang Song raised his hand and pointed to the bustling surroundings, where the sound of Reporters taking Photos occasionally echoed. He smiled: "The liveliness here shows how much Mr. Stark values this Industrial Expo. As a Shareholder of Stark Industries, I naturally have to come and support it!"
"That's great!" Pepper Potts said with a Smile, her Gaze falling on Mariko Yashida beside him.
"This must be Ms. Mariko!"
Pepper Potts warmly greeted Mariko Yashida. As Tony Stark's Secretary,
After Obadiah "passed away due to illness," Pepper Potts had been effectively managing Stark Industries.
She was naturally familiar with famous Industrial Companies around the world, and thus recognized Mariko Yashida before her.
But how did she and Tang Song end up together!
"Hello, Ms. Pepper Potts!"
"Hello!"
Pepper Potts suppressed the Doubt in her heart and greeted Mariko Yashida, then looked at Justin Hammer, who had slowed his pace, with a questioning look in her eyes.
She remembered that on the Invitation list for this Industrial Expo, Tony seemed to have crossed out Justin's name.
She also remembered Tony's exact words when she showed him the list for approval:
"That guy's Hammer Industries is just a copycat Company. They don't have any decent innovative Inventions.
He and his Company haven't contributed anything to the development of global industrial civilization. Why should we invite him?!"
"Mr. Hammer..."
"Ms. Pepper Potts, you know Tony and I are college classmates, and we have a very good relationship. Oh? Of course, maybe we have some small Conflicts sometimes..."
Justin Hammer interrupted Pepper Potts, gesturing quickly, his face flushing slightly.
Yes, he hadn't received an Invitation from Stark Industries, which was a humiliation for him.
However, if none of his Hammer Industries products were exhibited at this world-class Industrial Expo, Hammer Industries would undoubtedly become the laughingstock of the world.
It might even affect the Department of Defense's military procurement Orders.
That's why he came. Although he didn't have an Invitation, he was confident that with his Identity as the President of Hammer Industries, no one would ask him to show an Invitation.
He just didn't expect to run into Pepper Potts here, and from her Expression, it was clear she knew he didn't have an Invitation.
"Ms. Pepper Potts, I see you're still busy. If there's nothing else, Justin and I will go in first!"
Tang Song walked over at this moment, smiled at Pepper Potts, interrupting the somewhat awkward situation between the two, and beckoned to Justin Hammer.
"Mr. Hammer, didn't you see Ms. Pepper Potts is busy? Let's go!"
"Ah, alright, goodbye, Ms. Pepper Potts. Give my regards to Tony, oh no, I'll go find him later!"
Justin Hammer awkwardly greeted Pepper Potts, then hurried towards the Venue with his female companion.
Mariko Yashida linked her arm with Tang Song's, and the two walked behind, chatting and laughing.
"Mr. Tang, I didn't realize you were also a Shareholder of Stark Industries?"
"Good luck. I happened to catch Stark's Stock Price plummeting, so I bought some shares at the bottom. I didn't expect to be stuck..."
...
Pepper Potts watched Tang Song and Justin Hammer, who was already nearing the Expo entrance.
After thinking for a moment, she beckoned and called her red-haired assistant over.
"Follow them. Keep a close eye on their movements and report any situation to me immediately!"
The red-haired assistant, wearing a white shirt that was about to burst and a black work skirt, was the same person Tang Song had seen at Stark's beachfront villa last time.
"Is there something, Ms. Pepper Potts?!"
Natalie Rushman, an employee of Stark Industries' Ministry of Justice and Pepper Potts' private assistant.
Her true Identity was naturally S.H.I.E.L.D.'s famous Black Widow - Natasha Romanoff! As Natalie, her Expression appropriately showed Doubt.
"I'm asking you to follow them and see if they need any service? Go ahead!"
Pepper Potts naturally couldn't say that she was worried that Tang Song, a Major Shareholder involved in the Underworld, mixing with Justin Hammer would harm Stark Industries' interests.
Watching Natalie follow them, a hint of worry flashed in Pepper Potts' eyes.
Regarding Tang Song's Attitude, she and Tony had the same idea: avoid him as much as possible and not interact with him beyond his Identity as a Shareholder.
In fact, Pepper Potts had tried to buy back Tang Song's Shares in Stark Industries more than once, but he had refused every time.
............
Stark Industries Expo Main Venue
In the bustling Venue, there weren't many Reporters yet. Those who were invited in advance were either representatives of world-renowned Industrial Companies, or High-level Staff from government and enterprises, and social celebrities! The exhibition halls here displayed Inventions that had advanced Human industrial civilization since Humanity entered the industrial age.
Each booth had professional narrators introducing the exhibits...
By the time Tang Song and Mariko Yashida entered the exhibition hall, Justin Hammer had disappeared.
Tang Song accompanied Mariko Yashida as they strolled through the exhibition hall, followed by two red-haired little Tails.
Natasha Romanoff originally intended to follow behind Tang Song and Mariko Yashida, but the red-haired young girl beside Mariko Yashida seemed to have discovered her intention and kept staring at her intently.
After following for a while, Natasha Romanoff had to change her target and look for Justin Hammer.
Tang Song and Mariko Yashida, who were strolling around, were attracted by a crowded booth.
A three-dimensional Virtual Projection was displaying Stark Industries' flagship product, which was also the key to its soaring Stock Price - the Arc Reactor.
"As early as the late stages of World War II, Mr. Howard Stark researched controllable nuclear fusion Technology, which is the Arc Reactor.
And in the era of Tony Stark, this great Man further developed this Technology..."
Listening to the familiar Voice of J.A.R.V.I.S. and this narcissistic introduction, Tang Song smiled. Needless to say, this must be Tony Stark's doing.
"Ms. Mariko, aren't you going to take a look?"
Tang Song was a little surprised. Facing the Arc Reactor display, Mariko Yashida remained calm and composed. He couldn't help but lower his Head and look at her with a smile.
"Our Yashida Corporation currently has no plans to enter the Energy Industry, and the person who truly makes the decisions for the Company is still my grandfather!"
Mariko Yashida held Tang Song's arm, bit her lip, and looked at Tang Song, seemingly wanting to say something but hesitating.
This woman is not a good person!
"Mr. Tang, I didn't expect you to come as well. Tony will be very happy to know!"
At the Gate of the Expo, Pepper Potts was greeting some VIPs with her red-haired private assistant.
When she saw Tang Song and Justin Hammer behind him, Pepper Potts instructed her assistant and walked over to greet them.
After Mariko Yashida released his arm, Tang Song stepped forward and exchanged a cheek kiss with Pepper Potts.
After they released each other, Pepper Potts looked surprised and delighted.
"I really didn't expect it! When Mr. Lane said you were on vacation, Tony and I thought you wouldn't be coming to this Industrial Expo!"
Tang Song raised his hand and pointed to the bustling surroundings, where the sound of Reporters taking Photos occasionally echoed. He smiled: "The liveliness here shows how much Mr. Stark values this Industrial Expo. As a Shareholder of Stark Industries, I naturally have to come and support it!"
"That's great!" Pepper Potts said with a Smile, her Gaze falling on Mariko Yashida beside him.
"This must be Ms. Mariko!"
Pepper Potts warmly greeted Mariko Yashida. As Tony Stark's Secretary,
After Obadiah "passed away due to illness," Pepper Potts had been effectively managing Stark Industries.
She was naturally familiar with famous Industrial Companies around the world, and thus recognized Mariko Yashida before her.
But how did she and Tang Song end up together!
"Hello, Ms. Pepper Potts!"
"Hello!"
Pepper Potts suppressed the Doubt in her heart and greeted Mariko Yashida, then looked at Justin Hammer, who had slowed his pace, with a questioning look in her eyes.
She remembered that on the Invitation list for this Industrial Expo, Tony seemed to have crossed out Justin's name.
She also remembered Tony's exact words when she showed him the list for approval:
"That guy's Hammer Industries is just a copycat Company. They don't have any decent innovative Inventions.
He and his Company haven't contributed anything to the development of global industrial civilization. Why should we invite him?!"
"Mr. Hammer..."
"Ms. Pepper Potts, you know Tony and I are college classmates, and we have a very good relationship. Oh? Of course, maybe we have some small Conflicts sometimes..."
Justin Hammer interrupted Pepper Potts, gesturing quickly, his face flushing slightly.
Yes, he hadn't received an Invitation from Stark Industries, which was a humiliation for him.
However, if none of his Hammer Industries products were exhibited at this world-class Industrial Expo, Hammer Industries would undoubtedly become the laughingstock of the world.
It might even affect the Department of Defense's military procurement Orders.
That's why he came. Although he didn't have an Invitation, he was confident that with his Identity as the President of Hammer Industries, no one would ask him to show an Invitation.
He just didn't expect to run into Pepper Potts here, and from her Expression, it was clear she knew he didn't have an Invitation.
"Ms. Pepper Potts, I see you're still busy. If there's nothing else, Justin and I will go in first!"
Tang Song walked over at this moment, smiled at Pepper Potts, interrupting the somewhat awkward situation between the two, and beckoned to Justin Hammer.
"Mr. Hammer, didn't you see Ms. Pepper Potts is busy? Let's go!"
"Ah, alright, goodbye, Ms. Pepper Potts. Give my regards to Tony, oh no, I'll go find him later!"
Justin Hammer awkwardly greeted Pepper Potts, then hurried towards the Venue with his female companion.
Mariko Yashida linked her arm with Tang Song's, and the two walked behind, chatting and laughing.
"Mr. Tang, I didn't realize you were also a Shareholder of Stark Industries?"
"Good luck. I happened to catch Stark's Stock Price plummeting, so I bought some shares at the bottom. I didn't expect to be stuck..."
...
Pepper Potts watched Tang Song and Justin Hammer, who was already nearing the Expo entrance.
After thinking for a moment, she beckoned and called her red-haired assistant over.
"Follow them. Keep a close eye on their movements and report any situation to me immediately!"
The red-haired assistant, wearing a white shirt that was about to burst and a black work skirt, was the same person Tang Song had seen at Stark's beachfront villa last time.
"Is there something, Ms. Pepper Potts?!"
Natalie Rushman, an employee of Stark Industries' Ministry of Justice and Pepper Potts' private assistant.
Her true Identity was naturally S.H.I.E.L.D.'s famous Black Widow - Natasha Romanoff! As Natalie, her Expression appropriately showed Doubt.
"I'm asking you to follow them and see if they need any service? Go ahead!"
Pepper Potts naturally couldn't say that she was worried that Tang Song, a Major Shareholder involved in the Underworld, mixing with Justin Hammer would harm Stark Industries' interests.
Watching Natalie follow them, a hint of worry flashed in Pepper Potts' eyes.
Regarding Tang Song's Attitude, she and Tony had the same idea: avoid him as much as possible and not interact with him beyond his Identity as a Shareholder.
In fact, Pepper Potts had tried to buy back Tang Song's Shares in Stark Industries more than once, but he had refused every time.
............
Stark Industries Expo Main Venue
In the bustling Venue, there weren't many Reporters yet. Those who were invited in advance were either representatives of world-renowned Industrial Companies, or High-level Staff from government and enterprises, and social celebrities! The exhibition halls here displayed Inventions that had advanced Human industrial civilization since Humanity entered the industrial age.
Each booth had professional narrators introducing the exhibits...
By the time Tang Song and Mariko Yashida entered the exhibition hall, Justin Hammer had disappeared.
Tang Song accompanied Mariko Yashida as they strolled through the exhibition hall, followed by two red-haired little Tails.
Natasha Romanoff originally intended to follow behind Tang Song and Mariko Yashida, but the red-haired young girl beside Mariko Yashida seemed to have discovered her intention and kept staring at her intently.
After following for a while, Natasha Romanoff had to change her target and look for Justin Hammer.
Tang Song and Mariko Yashida, who were strolling around, were attracted by a crowded booth.
A three-dimensional Virtual Projection was displaying Stark Industries' flagship product, which was also the key to its soaring Stock Price - the Arc Reactor.
"As early as the late stages of World War II, Mr. Howard Stark researched controllable nuclear fusion Technology, which is the Arc Reactor.
And in the era of Tony Stark, this great Man further developed this Technology..."
Listening to the familiar Voice of J.A.R.V.I.S. and this narcissistic introduction, Tang Song smiled. Needless to say, this must be Tony Stark's doing.
"Ms. Mariko, aren't you going to take a look?"
Tang Song was a little surprised. Facing the Arc Reactor display, Mariko Yashida remained calm and composed. He couldn't help but lower his Head and look at her with a smile.
"Our Yashida Corporation currently has no plans to enter the Energy Industry, and the person who truly makes the decisions for the Company is still my grandfather!"
Mariko Yashida held Tang Song's arm, bit her lip, and looked at Tang Song, seemingly wanting to say something but hesitating.
This woman is not a good person!
