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When Pepper heard that it concerned matters within humanity, which was a very broad topic, she could tell that Tony clearly didn't intend to elaborate, so she didn't press the matter further.

Tony explained not only the matter of Thor and Loki, but also the alien invasion during the Battle of New York.

But this time it involves the internal affairs of humanity, and Tony doesn't intend to go into details, which means that Tony feels that the matter at hand is not something she should know.

Aside from Tony having an affair, there wasn't much else that she should know.

Having witnessed Killian's human experiments, Pepper also knew that there were many insane and cruel people among humanity.

You think you'll believe me just because I said it?

Tony smiled and said upon hearing this.

“I certainly don’t believe your smooth talk, but as long as you’ve thought it through carefully, I’ll believe you.”

Pepper responded with a smile.

"Okay, after I've finished dealing with this, I'll think about it and see if I can tell you."

"If I still feel it's not appropriate for you to know, then you shouldn't investigate further."

"Because not telling you means that knowing it wouldn't be a good thing for you."

Upon hearing this, Tony touched foreheads with Pepper and said with a smile.

"Okay, then think about it carefully later. Let's not talk about this for now."

Pepper's eyes flickered when she heard this, and she nodded.

Although Tony didn't reveal much, these few words already explained a lot.

Some human actions, even just knowing about them, can have a significant psychological impact, and in severe cases, can cause people to lose the will and hope to live.

However, those things are usually hidden in the shadows, and ordinary people would never know about them.

The two snuggled together and cuddled for a while.

"Thor and Loki went to the Void Isles as guests?"

"But didn't you say that the Void Isles don't welcome Asgardians?"

After their tender moment, Pepper listened to Tony recount some events that had occurred on Xandar.

"Originally, the Void Isles did not welcome Asgardians."

"However, since Thor and Loki went there to apologize, they were allowed to stay on the Void Isle as guests for the time being."

Tony played with Pepper's smooth, fragrant golden hair as he spoke.

"This must be Odin's intention, right?"

"Otherwise, Thor and Loki wouldn't have taken it upon themselves to show weakness."

Pepper listened to Tony's words and said thoughtfully.

"Thor did say that he received instructions from Odin, the king of the gods, and hoped to establish a friendly relationship with the Church of the Void."

"However, it's hard to say whether this can be considered a sign of weakness."

"After all, the thoughts of a great figure like Odin, the King of Gods, are beyond our comprehension."

"Although the Void God Cult was established not long ago, its strength is comparable to that of the top forces in the universe."

“A seemingly casual action can involve a great deal of things, which we cannot understand at present.”

"It's not something we need to concern ourselves with, so let's not discuss it further."

Tony said slowly upon hearing this.

Despite Tony's high status and extensive connections within Stark Industries on Earth, anyone in New York has to give him face.

However, Stark Industries is mostly involved in the ordinary world, and frankly speaking, it's all about either power or money.

The top powers in the universe are involved in far too many aspects.

Odin, the king of the gods, made a simple move that involved human relationships and the protection of the future.

The Nova Corps of Xandar, too, has maintained peaceful relations with the Void Cult for several years, which shows that the commander of the Nova Corps must be a person of great wisdom.

Otherwise, if someone else, lacking vision or arrogant to the point of looking down on others, had become the leader, they would have already clashed with the Void God Cult.

Chapter 329 Success, but not complete success

"So how long do you plan to stay this time?"

Pepper didn't pursue the matter further and instead asked another question.

"I had estimated that it would take six months to handle this matter."

"If I can finish this sooner, I can leave sooner. If I can't finish it, it might take longer."

"Strive to get to the bottom of this matter."

Tony spoke up upon hearing this.

"Then it seems I need to cherish every day even more."

Pepper sensed Tony's determination about the matter; the problems within humanity seemed far more serious than she had imagined. But she didn't bring it up; instead, she smiled and said...

"You can train a trustworthy successor for Stark Industries."

"As long as the successor you choose can pass my test, then you can also go to the Void Island with me in the future."

Tony knew Pepper wanted his company, so he spoke up.

"I'll give it a shot, but there's no rush right now; my career is the priority."

Pepper also wanted to go to the Void Island, but she knew that Tony wasn't there indulging in debauchery, but rather conducting research that would change Earth's technology.

Her past words might still disrupt Tony's research process.

Moreover, finding and cultivating a completely trustworthy successor is not an easy task.

Stark Industries is currently the largest energy company on Earth, with a whole host of people under its control.

And as Tony led humanity into space.

Stark Industries will develop a space communications industry and sell alien technology.

The best option is to have a powerful leader in charge of Stark Industries.

She had heard Tony talk about the lazy and pleasant life on the Void Island, which she longed for.

However, Pepper is not someone who can stay idle, and she can take a few days off to rest occasionally.

But if she doesn't have to work, the day will feel incredibly long.

People who are used to working all the time often have this problem when they suddenly have free time.

"You don't need to put so much pressure on yourself. Even if you don't find a suitable candidate after a few more years, it's okay."

"After I have completely opened up the ladder between Earth and other civilizations in the universe."

“It only takes a day to travel between Void Island and Blue Star, so we can meet up anytime.”

Tony also knew that finding a trustworthy and reliable successor was not an easy task, otherwise he wouldn't have left Pepper alone on Earth.

"I believe that day won't be too far off."

Pepper smiled slightly upon hearing this.

The two snuggled together for a while longer before getting out of bed to have a meal together.

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Meanwhile, Asgard.

Thor and Loki have just returned to Asgard.

"How was your trip to the Cult of the Void?"

When Heimdall saw the two of them return, he casually greeted them like friends.

When Thor and Loki heard this, they looked at Heimdall, who was wearing golden armor, and their gazes turned somewhat strange, remembering what Tony had said.

Heimdall sensed the strange looks in their eyes and felt somewhat bewildered.

"Although the goal was not fully achieved, the journey to the Church of the Void was quite good."

Thor knew that what he was doing was very impolite, so he immediately smiled and said.

"Yes, I can tell from your mood, and you two seem to have gotten quite a bit stronger."

Heimdall glanced at Thor and Loki, who were both missing limbs, and nodded.

"You noticed?"

“We didn’t just go out to have fun these past few months; we also trained and improved our skills quite a bit.”

Upon hearing Heimdall's words, Thor clenched his fist and flexed his muscles.

"That sounds like a good thing."

Heimdall laughed as he watched Thor showing off his muscles.

"Hmm, has anything happened in the Nine Realms during the months we were gone?"

Thor nodded, then asked the question as usual.