Chapter 13: Pleasant Surprise

Oaks just casually mentioned it.

These magical plants do not have the ability to reproduce on their own. Their highly efficient photosynthesis is only meant to sustain their exceptional purification capabilities while maintaining normal growth.

So every single potted plant was meticulously cultivated by Oaks himself using Nature magic. If he were to supply the needs of two Stark Industries factories...

Even if it were just the office spaces, it would exhaust him.

Moreover, fulfilling industrial-scale demands like that was not his current goal—these were just preliminary works to establish a reputation.

When the energy-producing seeds were ready, that would be the time to make money.

By then... hmph, how could Stark Industries or anyone else compare to the one who grows beautiful knives from the soil?

Clearly, they couldn't!

Who the hell said that Druids only sell silver scale chestplates?

With beautiful dreams in his heart, Oaks tossed the newspaper aside and, together with Antonio, packed the remaining four potted plants.

"Let me help you carry them to your car!"

After the blonde beauty swiped her card elegantly, Antonio's movements noticeably sped up. Oaks nodded in satisfaction, indicating that this kid was starting to feel a sense of belonging to the shop.

"Oh, but I came here on my motorcycle."

The blonde beauty blinked her eyes, feeling a bit embarrassed.

"Don't you offer delivery?"

"Um, of course we can. You can go ahead, it shouldn't take too much time... right?"

Antonio cleared his throat and turned to Oaks.

"Um, boss, we can offer delivery, right?"

"Do you have a driver's license?"

Oaks took out a bunch of keys.

"I do have a car, but I need to restock, so I don't have time to deliver."

"Yes, I've already obtained a New York driver's license."

Antonio patted his chest confidently.

"I've been driving for a year! I'm an experienced driver!"

"...You just finished your probationary period! But I'll leave it to you, then."

"But I haven't seen the car these past few days. Mr. Oaks, where did you park your car?"

Two minutes later, the three of them stood in front of a small car.

"What kind of car is this?!"

Antonio took a deep breath, pushed his glasses up, and wore an expression of disbelief.

"I've never seen it before!"

"This one, I do know it."

The blonde beauty covered her mouth and chuckled lightly.

"It's a Smart, a new model that was launched by Mercedes-Benz in January of this year. However, it has been sold in Europe for many years. It's a two-seater car.

Although it looks like a toy, it is indeed a car and not cheaper than ordinary models.

But most importantly..."

She pointed to the parking spot, which was a square space wedged between two flower beds. The car was obscured by plants, which is why Antonio hadn't noticed it.

"The parking spot is quite casual."

"That's right, this house doesn't have a garage."

Oaks showed no signs of awkwardness on his face as he walked forward and opened the trunk.

"Ah... it seems like the trunk can only fit two pots. These pots are quite large."

"I'll just take a taxi for the delivery."

Antonio pushed his glasses and, after boasting a bit a while ago, felt a bit nervous now.

"I think I need some dedicated time to get used to... this little guy."

The smallest car he had seen before was probably the Chery QQ, which was about 3.5 meters long. But this car was only 2.5 meters in length!

"Taxis are not reimbursed."

"...Nobody's perfect, Mr. Oaks. You're just stingy."

"Dear Antonio, how about we discuss the issue of your advance salary?"

"Ha, ha, ha! Mr. Oaks, you're too kind. It's just a taxi ride. I'll deliver the goods immediately and make sure the customer is satisfied!"

...

Brooklyn, an old two-story building.

Unlike many bustling trendy neighborhoods, it was quiet here, probably because most of the residents were elderly.

The government seemed to pay slightly more attention to this old street, and it was evident that it was cleaner and tidier than other areas. The expenditure on public hygiene alone was probably as much as ten other streets combined.

After all, this was where the largest Captain America memorial in New York was located.

"Squeak!"

With the sound of sudden brakes, a cool Harley-Davidson motorcycle stopped by the side of the building.

The female rider on the motorcycle took off her helmet, shook her beautiful golden hair, and glanced at the brand new Audi R8 convertible parked next to it, pouting.

It was because the traffic in New York was so bad that she rode a motorcycle.

She turned off the engine, took out her keys, and as soon as she reached the front door, she couldn't help but raise her eyebrows—

She hadn't even opened the door, but she could already hear a constant chatter coming from inside the house.

"Narcissist."

Helplessly, she opened the door and walked into the house, where the sound became clearer.

"Aunt Peggy, I've said it before, we can incorporate the latest technologies under our company into this old house.

Like holographic imaging, intelligent displays, immersive home theaters, and even a mechanical hand to help you with pill bottles—definitely more advanced than the conventional ones."

"And although our newly developed air purification system is intended for industrial use, the efficiency of the upcoming consumer version is just as impressive.

Although you don't have much formaldehyde here, you are aware of the air quality in the entire New York, right?"

"Hehe... Tony, thank you for your concern, but I prefer to keep things as they are."

Peggy Carter, with her silver hair, leaned against the sofa. She held a cane in her hand and smiled as she looked at the man sitting on the opposite sofa, who wouldn't stop talking.

With curly hair and a trendy mustache, he had an arrogant expression on his face.

"Well, it's a shame, Aunt Peggy. Your tastes are completely opposite to mine."

"Oh? Sharon, you're back?"

Seeing the blonde beauty entering the room, Peggy Carter quickly changed the topic.

"Tony has already helped me settle in."

"Oh, look who's here. Our stunning beauty."

Tony touched his chin, tilted his head, and looked at Sharon Carter, who had just walked in the door.

"Why the hurry? Is there a surprise?"

"Of course, a big surprise."

Sharon Carter shrugged her shoulders:

"But first, let me thank you for taking care of Aunt Peggy... Honestly, I can't imagine you personally driving all the way from Washington to pick up Aunt Peggy.

After all, the great Tony Stark is a busy man, and I can only see you in the news."

"I prefer it if you said you could only see me in tabloid news."

Tony shrugged and put on a charming expression, squinting his eyes slightly. There seemed to be a faint sound of electricity in the air.

"Didn't you realize that I personally drove when you came back after graduating this year?"

"Oh, Tony, you saying that, really hurts me."

Peggy Carter chuckled, causing Tony to startle.

"Back then, Howard at least didn't dare to flirt with his female subordinates in front of me. Sharon is my niece, after all."

"Ah, I mean, I was just reminded of how you beat the crap out of my jerk of a father back then, so I came here to chat and reminisce with you."

Tony straightened his collar seriously, sat back on the sofa, and raised an eyebrow.

"By the way, beautiful, what's the surprise?"

"You'll find out soon enough."

Sharon walked over, poured a cup of tea for Aunt Peggy, and ignored Tony.

"Aunt Peggy, Mrs. Brown next door was right. The plants in that shop are truly amazing. You'll definitely be satisfied."

Glancing at Tony, who seemed indifferent, Sharon gave a provocative smile.

"They're much more reliable than the air purification system developed by our genius."

Tony: "Huh?"

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