"However, all the United Bureaus have agreed to this accord," Tony continued.
"But they place great importance on Superman."
"Therefore, the implementation date of this accord within the system is pending, awaiting Superman's appearance."
Tony relayed the information he'd obtained from the authorities' system.
"You know, you disappeared for half a year."
"Now that you've reappeared, I imagine someone will soon come to us with this accord!"
"Come to our doorstep?" Lin Feng let out a cold snort.
"Aren't they afraid of death!"
Had his long-standing amiable demeanor led them to believe he was easily bullied, thus wanting to test Superman's wrath?
"What do you think of this accord?" Lin Feng suddenly asked Tony.
"I want to know your stance."
Lin Feng remembered that in the Civil War, Tony was the one who spearheaded getting everyone to sign this accord.
However, Tony's answer was unexpected.
"I don't want to sign this goddamn accord. It's stripping away our personal freedom!"
"I don't think anyone in the Avengers would be willing to sign this piece of trash."
"Do you really think so?" Lin Feng stared intently at Tony.
"Of course, Lin."
"Why are you looking at me like that?" Tony seemed perplexed by Lin Feng's gaze.
"It's nothing... I originally thought you would agree..." Lin Feng waved his hand.
Tony's unexpected refusal to sign the accord, contrary to the original story, caught Lin Feng off guard.
However, Lin Feng could also understand it.
Despite being a playboy, Tony possessed a strong sense of justice and a tendency to shoulder responsibility.
Ultron was his creation.
And the destruction of Sokovia was Ultron's doing.
In essence, Tony was largely responsible for Sokovia's downfall.
Coupled with the sorrowful words of the Black mother, who rebuked the Avengers' actions for costing her entire family, Tony felt a profound sense of self-blame and guilt.
Then, the Secretary of State seized the opportunity, releasing footage of the casualties caused by the Chitauri invasion and the Sokovia incident.
This was what had driven Tony to be willing to sign such a subservient accord.
Yet, in this situation, Tony had clearly overlooked one thing.
That was, whether the United Authorities were trustworthy.
Even SHIELD, a place like that, had been infiltrated by HYDRA so stealthily.
If you told Lin Feng that there were no villains among the high ranks of the United Authorities, he wouldn't believe you for a second.
Furthermore, where there is war, there is loss of life.
Accepting the authorities' control wouldn't prevent casualties; that was pure nonsense.
However, the Sokovia incident hadn't occurred yet.
Combined with Lin Feng's intentional or unintentional guidance, Tony's unwillingness to sign the accord was also understandable.
That being said, Lin Feng still decided to subtly influence Tony.
Just in case he was led astray by the United Authorities without realizing it.
"I will not agree to this goddamn accord."
"You understand how disgusting the dark side of the US authorities is."
Lin Feng enunciated the words "dark side" distinctly, hinting at his meaning very clearly.
Tony nodded in agreement without hesitation: "I certainly know how dark the authorities are."
"You understand, Lin! I've always disliked dealing with them."
His databanks contained countless records of their abhorrent dealings.
Everything, in their eyes, could be measured by money and profit.
"Exactly," Lin Feng nodded. Tony was very intelligent; some things only needed to be hinted at.
"Super heroes are not pawns for them to control."
"Where there are people, there is struggle. I hope they aren't foolish enough to present this accord to me."
"Otherwise, I don't mind giving them a thorough cleansing."
They wanted to treat Lin Feng as a pawn? They must be tired of living!
The palpable bloodlust in Lin Feng's words washed over Tony, making him shiver involuntarily.
Good heavens.
The wrath of Superman, the thought alone sent chills down his spine.
Even the "kind" Tony couldn't help but pray for them, hoping they wouldn't be blinded by greed and anger Lin Feng.
"Alright, alright, let's put this matter aside for now. Here, this is for you." Tony produced another triangular reactor, easing the serious atmosphere.
"What is this?"
Lin Feng took it, he recognized it. Wasn't this the reactor for the Mark LXXXV?
"You've finished it?" Lin Feng asked in surprise.
Good heavens, it had only been a few days. The last time he visited, the progress was only around sixty percent.
"No, no, no," Tony quickly explained.
"Its performance is about ninety percent of the one you gave me, but it has all the necessary functions."
"As for the remaining parts, they are largely limited by current materials and technology."
Tony sounded somewhat troubled at this point.
Some components currently lacked the necessary technology or were not yet manufactured.
This required Tony to re-engineer and produce them himself.
Fortunately, the technical challenges had been completely overcome; the rest was a matter of material assembly.
"And with my adjustments, it can automatically adjust its size to the wearer's physique, and even the exterior color can be customized."
"Although I hate to admit it, with the Venom symbiote, I can practically stay in the lab for two days without eating or drinking."
"And I don't know if it's just an illusion, but my brain seems to be working much better than before!"
Tony gestured vaguely with his hand: "Do you understand what I mean?"
"It's like! Hmm... suddenly switching from a sedan to a supercar!"
Lin Feng nodded thoughtfully.
Only those who had experienced symbiote possession could understand its power.
Venom had undoubtedly enhanced Tony's brilliant mind, amplifying his strengths.
If Tony were allowed to develop to this extent by the time of Avengers: Endgame, the Mark CLXXXV might already be out.
If Thanos were to appear then, it would be anyone's guess who would win.
You know, Lin Feng actually wanted to see that scenario unfold.
However, with Lin Feng around, Thanos would have a hard time fighting Tony.
After some more idle chat, Lin Feng left with the replica Mark LXXXV.
He joyfully soared through the sky, wearing the armor.
Though he couldn't fly as fast as he could himself yet.
But it was cool!
Who could refuse the chance to become Iron Man?
Even though he was Superman, Lin Feng was still a big kid at heart!
He was utterly enamored with such a sleek and stylish mechanical design.
As for the superhero management pre-plan, Lin Feng was too lazy to bother with it for now.
Logically speaking, Lin Feng was now a Silver-tier Superman.
If someone made him unhappy, he could simply turn them into ashes.
But Lin Feng still felt he was from Earth.
Therefore, when dealing with his own kind, he would unconsciously increase his tolerance.
If it were another race, Lin Feng would have kicked down their doors and taught them a bloody lesson.
For now, Lin Feng decided to wait and see.
After all, this accord was obtained by Tony through special means and had not been officially implemented.
He now hoped that the authorities would recognize their position, cancel this accord, and not be ungrateful.