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"I missed you too. Blow something up? I already did that. I'm not saying that the world is enjoying its longest period of uninterrupted peace in years because of me. I'm not saying that from the ashes of captivity, never has a greater phoenix metaphor been personified in human history. I'm not saying that Uncle Sam can kick back on a lawn chair, sipping on an iced tea because I haven't come across anyone who's man enough to go toe-to-toe with me on my best day." Tony stated
Woman in crowd: I love you Tony!
Tony Stark: Please, it's not about me. [People still cheering Tony] It's not about you. It's not even about us. It's about legacy. It's about what we choose to leave behind for future generations. And that's why for the next year and for the first time since 1974, the best and brightest men and women of nations and corporations the world over will pool their resources, share their collective vision, to leave behind a brighter future. It's not about us. Therefore, what I'm saying, if I'm saying anything, is welcome back to the Stark Expo. [Big cheer from crowd.] And now, making a special guest appearance from the great beyond to tell you what it's all about, please welcome my father, Howard.
"Everything is achievable through technology. Better living, robust health, and for the first time in human history, the possibility of world peace. So, from all of us here at Stark Industries, I would like to personally introduce you to the City of the Future. Technology holds infinite possibilities for mankind, [Tony is off the stage, doing something. Blood toxicity test. Gives a reading of 19%. Not good] and will one day rid society of all its ills. Soon technology will affect the way you live your life every day. No more tedious work, leaving more time for leisure activities and enjoying the sweet life. The Stark Expo. Welcome." Howard Stark said on a screen, courtesy of a video recording.
Video ends. And the news feed of the reporter outside starts.
"We are coming to you live from the kickoff at the Stark Expo, where Tony Stark has just walked offstage. Don't worry if you can't make it down here tonight because this Expo goes on all year long. And I'm gonna be here checking out all the attractions and the pavilions and inventions from all around the world." Reporter said
Tony checks the Toxicity in his body to find that it has reached at 30%. Since he hasn't been able to find any solution for it on his own he had already contacted Kenichi and his master's. Stark can't go to them in Japan as he has a lot of things to do so he gave them a blank check to come and take a look at him and see if he can be cured.
They would be coming in a few days hence Tony decided to complete a few things urgently and starting the Stark Expo was one of them.
After going through a lot of people Happy and Tony reach there only to find someone waiting for them there.
"Look what we got here, the new model." said Happy
"Hey, does she come with the car?" Tony said while motioning towards the woman standing beside the car
"I certainly hope so. Hi." Happy said to the women
"Hi. And you are?" Tony asked the women
"Marshal." the Women replied
" Irish. I like it." Tony said
" Pleased to meet you Tony." Marshal stated
" I'm on the wheel. Do you mind? Where you from?" asked Tony
"Bedford." Marshal said
"What are you doing here?" asked Tony
"Looking for you." Marshal said
"Yeah? You found me. What are you up to later?" asked Tony
"Serving subpoenas." Marshal said as she Hands him a letter. But Tony doesn't take it
"Yikes." Tony said
"He doesn't like to be handed things." said Happy Hogan as he reaches over and takes the letter.
" Yeah, I have a peeve." Tony said
" I got it. You are hereby ordered to appear before the Senate Armed Services Committee tomorrow morning at 9 am." Marshal stated
"Can I see a badge?" Tony asks
"You wanna see the badge?" asked Marshal
"He likes the badge." Happy explained
"Still like it?" asks Marshal
"Yep. How far are we from D.C.?" Tony asks as he starts the car's engine.
"D.C.? 250 miles." Happy replied
Getting his answer Tony drives straight towards DC.
WASHINGTON D.C.
"Mr Stark, could we pick up now where we left off? Mr Stark. Please." Senator Stern
Tony turns around from where he was trying to talk to Pepper who looks like she was trying to tell him off and says "Yes dear?"
Causing the people sitting in the audience to laugh.
"Can I have your attention?" asked Senator Stern
"Absolutely." Tony said
"Do you or do you not possess a specialised weapon?" asked Stern
"I do not." replied Tony
" You do not?" Stern asked in exasperation
" I do not. Well, it depends on how you define the word weapon." Tony said
"The Iron Man weapon." Stern said
"My device does not fit that description." Tony stated
"Well… How would you describe it?" Stern asked
"I would describe it by defining it as what it is, Senator." Tony said
"As?" Stern asked again
"It's a high-tech prosthesis. That is… That is… That's actually the most apt description I can make of it." Tony said
"It's a weapon. It's a weapon, Mr Stark." Stern said
"Please, if your priority was actually the well-being of the American citizen…" Tony was interrupted by Stern who said
"My priority is to get the Iron Man weapon turned over to the people of the United States of America."
"Well, you can forget it. I am Iron Man. The suit and I are one. To turn over the Iron Man suit would be to turn over myself which is tantamount to indentured servitude or prostitution, depending or what state you're in. You can't have it." Tony stated
"Look, I'm no expert…" Before Stern could complete his sentence Tony interrupted him.
"In prostitution? Of course not. You're a senator. Come on."
People laugh. He waves. Pepper does not look impressed at all. He mouths "no?" and she shakes her head.
"I'm no expert in weapons. We have somebody here who is an expert on weapons. I'd now like to call Justin Hammer, our current primary weapons contractor." Stern stated
" Let the record reflect that I observed Mr Hammer entering the chamber, and I am wondering if and when any actual expert will also be in attendance." Tony said
"Absolutely. I'm no expert. I defer to you, Anthony. You're the wonder boy. Senator, if I may. I may well not be an expert, but you know who was the expert? Your dad. Howard Stark. Really a father to us all, and to the military-industrial age. Let's just be clear, he was no flower child. He was a lion. We all know why we're here. In the last six months, Anthony Stark has created a sword with untold possibilities. And yet, he insists it's a shield. He asks us to trust him as we cower behind it. I wish I were comforted, Anthony, I really do. I'd love to leave my door unlocked when I leave the house, but this ain't Canada. You know, we live in a world of grave threats, threats that Mr Stark will not always be able to foresee. Thank you. God bless Iron Man. God bless America." Justin said
"That is well said Mr Hammer. The committee would now like to invite Lieutenant Colonel James Rhodes to the chamber" Stern said
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Ken shuts down the TV causing Skye to shout in indignation, "Hey I was watching it!"
"I know that's why I shut it down"