Chapter 86 - 84
Leon briefly explained Tony Stark's disappearance. Alexei's expression shifted to one of sudden understanding, but gloating quickly followed, showing his lack of fondness for Stark Industries.
Continuing, Leon shared that while the Sky Fortress's energy problem could be easily solved, the source was tricky to explain. He couldn't risk exposing the existence of Sky Blade. The Ark Reactor seemed like a good alternative.
"In that case, maybe we can use Tony Stark to our advantage," Leon mused aloud.
"Use him? But hasn't he been missing for two or three months? After being gone that long, he's probably dead," Yelena objected.
Leon chuckled, shaking his head. "Not necessarily. Everyone has a motive. I think it is someone in his company who is behind the kidnapping. Ordinary terrorists or criminals are just not equipped enough to do that. A billionaire and genius weapons developer? They want something—money, technology, or something else."
"Leon's right. The odds are Stark is still alive," Natasha agreed.
"So, if we save him, do you think he'll thank us with a few Ark Reactors?" Leon asked casually, taking a sip of juice. The taste was refreshing, reminding him how juice and coffee easily trump wine.
Alexei grinned, thumping his chest with confidence. "If we save him and he doesn't show gratitude, I'll take an arm off and make sure he's no longer a man."
Yelena smirked. "He'd probably be just freaked out by Alexei and call the cops."