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Chapter 1459 Tony: I haven’t woken up yet?

On the one hand, Ivan Vanko and Justin Hammer worked overtime to produce mechanical steel soldiers, and on the other hand, they were busy collecting data, writing reports, and preparing to show their "masterpiece" to the military.

During this process, Ivan continued to optimize the soldiers' programs. Although he still could not reach the advanced intelligence level he originally envisioned, every tiny progress brought him one step closer to his goal of revenge.

Ivan Vanko definitely had some ideas about selling the mechanical steel soldiers. In the original plot, he had no other thoughts and only wanted Tony Stark to die.

It’s different now. Ever since he decided to use the Dragon Balls to make a wish to resurrect his father, Ivan’s mentality has subtly changed.

He realized that even if he could create powerful mechanical soldiers on his own, it would be difficult for him to compete with the entire Stark Industries or even the entire American military-industrial system.

What he needs is stronger power, more advanced technology, and a solid backing to support him in realizing his dream of revenge.

So he needs strong support!
Is there any force more powerful than the American Military?

The Ministry of Defense has all the materials and technologies that Hammer Industries does not have. As long as they pass through them, they can obtain these high-tech technologies, equipment and resources. At that time, they will be able to produce even more powerful iron man suits!
"Ivan, how's the data collection going?"

Justin Hammer pushed the door open with his usual confident smile on his face, although there was some anxiety hidden behind that smile.

He knew that this project not only concerned the future of Hammer Industries, but was also a huge gamble on his personal reputation.

"Almost there, Justin. But we need more resources and technical support. If we can make the military see our potential, everything will fall into place."

Ivan was operating the console as he spoke. Complex codes and data charts were jumping on the screen, each of which represented his countless days and nights of hard work.

Hammer nodded in agreement. "I have arranged everything. A delegation from the Ministry of Defense will come to visit next week. We must make sure we impress them then."

"By then, you will have countless orders."

Ivan Vanko said.

Justin heard this, and a gleam of greed flashed in his eyes.

He certainly knew what it meant to sign a long-term order with the Ministry of Defense.

That would be a steady stream of funding, technical support, and immeasurable political influence.

So he began to prepare for contact with the military.

On the other side, Tony Stark is enjoying his rare leisure time.

He was lying in his mansion, holding a glass of whiskey worth tens of thousands of dollars in his hand, enjoying the feeling of being tipsy brought by the alcohol.

His iron armor technology has become quite mature and his personal life has also become stable.

However, a sudden piece of news broke the tranquility.

"Hammer Industries announces the launch of mechanical steel soldiers, which are expected to replace Ares Industries' power armor and Stark Industries' steel suits to protect national security!"

The news anchor's voice seemed particularly abrupt in the quiet of the early morning, like a stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples.

The sunlight filtered through the gaps in the curtains, casting patches of light into Tony Stark's study, but his attention was completely drawn to the sudden news. The whiskey in his hand seemed to have suddenly lost all its flavor, and an indescribable bitterness spread in his heart.

Tony suddenly spat out the wine in his mouth and stared at the screen of his mobile phone in disbelief. The news headlines were so dazzling that he almost doubted his own eyes. "Justin Hammer? That clown?"

He muttered to himself, his tone full of disbelief and contempt.

In Tony's memory, Justin Hammer was just a mediocre person who was just hanging around in the business world. He was keen on participating in various social activities all day long and showing off his wealth and status, but he had never seen him achieve any substantial achievements.

And now, this man, whom he regarded as a clown, actually announced that he would launch mechanical steel soldiers that could challenge the two giants, Stark Industries and Ares Industries?

Could it be that I really fell asleep and am still dreaming?

"Jarvis, find me all the detailed information about this project immediately." Tony gave the order.

Jarvis sprang into action, its data processing capabilities reaching a level almost unimaginable to humans.

It not only analyzed the news content, but also used its powerful hacking skills to break into the intranet of the Ministry of Defense and the military to obtain more internal information about the project.

Although the military's intranet security measures are tight, it is not a big challenge for Jarvis. After all, it has broken through the firewalls of many powerful organizations including S.H.I.E.L.D. countless times.

"Sir, according to my analysis, the Hammer Industries mechanical steel soldier project has indeed received strong support from the Ministry of Defense and the military."

Jarvis reported, "Not only did they provide a large amount of financial and technical support, they also promised to purchase a certain number of mechanical steel soldiers in the next fifty years."

"According to analysis, although these mechanical steel soldiers have not yet reached the level of your steel suits in terms of technology, their mass production capabilities and cost-effectiveness are extremely attractive to the military."

Jarvis' voice was calm and objective, but it made Tony feel an unprecedented sense of crisis.

When Tony heard this, his face suddenly became so gloomy that it seemed as if water could drip out.

He understood what this meant.

If Hammer Industries can really successfully launch mechanical steel soldiers and get recognition from the military, then Stark Industries' iron suits will face unprecedented market pressure.

Although Tony has never sold the Iron Man suit as a commodity, he has always regarded it as the crystallization of his wisdom and an important weapon to protect the world from threats.

And now, this status seems to be facing serious challenge.

But Tony felt the situation was very bad. With Ares Industries' power armor and Hammer Industries' new mechanical soldier, under this circumstance, the war he wanted might not be stopped.

Even small-scale conflicts may become more frequent and intense with the emergence of power armor and mechanical soldiers.

"Jarvis, give me a list of all the known technical parameters of the mechanical steel soldiers and how they compare to the steel suits."

Tony issued new orders.

Jarvis responded quickly and presented a detailed technical comparison report to Tony. Tony studied the report carefully, frowning.

He found that although the mechanical steel soldiers were indeed not as advanced as the iron suits in some key technologies, their design was simpler and more practical, and more suitable for mass production.

(End of this chapter)