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"BOOM!!"
Massive explosion. Followed by towering flames.
The shield instantly cracked. Next second, shattered.
Tony was flung a hundred meters by the shockwave. Finally restabilized.
He couldn't think about what that shield was. Immediately searched for Hermione's trace.
Unfortunately, looked everywhere. No results. Not even a scrap of clothing.
Tony's eyes blazed red. Glared fiercely at the two fighter jets.
Though Hermione was S.H.I.E.L.D., she had no grudge with him. Wasn't a bad person.
Most importantly—she was just a child!
Now directly hit by a missile. Even he in the Iron Man suit nearly died. Let alone unprotected Hermione!
Probably already vaporized.
Instantly, deep regret rose in Tony's heart.
If he hadn't been so high-profile, swaggering in the sky, how would the military send jets? How would Hermione die?
In the cave, he'd already gotten Ethan killed. Now again…
"Phew… damn, scared me to death. Almost screwed up…"
Suddenly, a voice came from behind Tony.
Tony's eyes widened. Joyfully turned. A familiar figure appeared.
Black robe. Broomstick. Little cutie.
Hermione patted her chest. Face full of lingering fear.
Good thing the Iron Man suit blocked most of the impact. Otherwise would've really crashed.
"But LV2 Shield Charm's defense limit is roughly known now. Though only lasted an instant before the missile shattered it, at least absorbed most of the force." Hermione thought.
"You're not dead?!"
Tony blurted out.
Hermione glared hard: "You're the one who's dead!"
What kind of talk is that? If not for helping you, would I be this disheveled?
The missile wasn't even targeting me.
But she saw Tony's earlier actions. Knew he came back to help her. Her resentment lessened considerably. Attitude softened.
"Rhodes!"
Tony quickly contacted Rhodes. After connecting, first words: "What you saw in the sky was me. I'm wearing armor flying. Quickly order the jets to stop attacking. There's a child beside me!"
After half a second of shock, Rhodes immediately replied: "My god, that humanoid flyer is actually you. You always come up with new tricks!"
"But… what child? Pilots see nothing besides you. Radar only shows one target!"
"Impossible, she's clearly right—"
Tony turned back. Found nothing behind. Hermione disappeared again.
Felt his shoulder suddenly heavily patted twice. Immediately understood.
Damn, playing this trick again!
"Reducto!"
Three low shouts came from beside him. The nearby jet suddenly made creaking sounds. Then under Tony's shocked gaze, directly disintegrated mid-air!
The pilot suddenly had only a seat under his butt. Like streaking. Completely dazed.
Next second, parachute opened. Pilot wobbled down.
"Tony, what are you doing!"
On the other end, Rhodes was furious.
He'd already stopped the jets' attack. Then an F-22 suddenly disintegrated mid-air without warning!
This was an F-22, not some junk toy. How could it suddenly fall apart?
Only Tony was there. Must be what this guy did!
Revenge for the earlier missile!
Wrongly blamed, Tony immediately reacted. Said: "I'll pay for all your losses this time!"
Decisively hung up.
The other jet circled briefly. Seemed to receive orders. Turned and left.
Tony tentatively called out: "Hermione?"
"Here."
A pleasant voice came from the air. Then a figure gradually appeared beside him.
Though Tony didn't know what happened, recalling the earlier scene, knew Hermione did something.
Remembering the transparent shield, directly asked: "What did you just do? Why did the jet suddenly split? What tech is that energy shield that could block missile attacks? And your invisibility—"
You're really stubborn… Hermione rolled her eyes. Said: "I already told you. I'm a wizard. That was all magic. Magic! Can you not understand human speech?!"
Saying this, wand pointed at Tony.
"Reparo!"
Tony heard fine crackling sounds. Then shockingly discovered the suit's damaged areas were actually restoring bit by bit.
Moments later, completely like new.
"Sir, suit damage has been repaired for unknown reasons. Current integrity 100%." J.A.R.V.I.S.'s voice came.
After this series of events, Tony was already shaken.
This miraculous phenomenon like a status reset finally became the last straw.
"Magic really exists… how can there be wizards, magic in the world… this is impossible…" Tony muttered. Worldview severely impacted.
"What's strange about it? Plenty you don't know. Haven't even fully learned science, yet want to talk about the mystical side. Pepper-sis is right—you're truly arrogant and conceited."
Hermione shook her head. Said: "This world isn't as simple as you think."
After a long while, Tony finally figured it out. Long exhale.
"I believe now you're not S.H.I.E.L.D. S.H.I.E.L.D. truly can't afford someone like you. Wizard."
"I'm Hermione. Hermione Granger."
Tony nodded: "Tony Stark."
Thought a moment. Felt just giving a name seemed lacking. Like being outdone by this little witch. Immediately added: "Famous genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist…"
Hermione looked at him speechlessly. Lightly added: "Also narcissist."
Critical hit!
Tony's mouth twitched.
His usual capital seemed worthless in this mysterious witch's eyes.
In her gaze, he felt like the child showing off achievements he thought impressive. But in adult eyes, just a joke.
He, Tony Stark, Stark Industries heir, genius scientist—actually looked down upon by a kid?
Dismissed for narrow horizons!
This made the usually envied, always-the-center Tony Stark very uncomfortable. But couldn't vent. Could only suffer in frustration.
They silently flew toward Stark Tower.
Tony suddenly noticed something.
This little witch's broomstick flying speed… seemed slower than his suit!
Thinking this, he suddenly had a great idea. Couldn't help a sly smile.
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