Chapter 35 - Arcane Solutions: Shop-Chapter 35

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Tony surveyed his home laboratory thoughtfully. "FRIDAY is absolutely non-negotiable, but this entire area belongs to me. You can break through adjacent space to my lab—I'll extend FRIDAY's network there for your use. However, the prerequisite is minimal magical items in your workspace—magnetic field interference would prove problematic."

"No complications whatsoever! Incredibly simple—operational within moments! Perhaps I could excavate a basement beneath your fireplace? Eliminates the daily inconvenience of traversing your laboratory!" George spoke with fervent enthusiasm.

"Don't collapse my residence!" Tony regarded George with profound suspicion.

"Impossible! Elementary procedure—I possess expertise, no concerns necessary. Now let's discuss compensation. What are your requirements?" George exuded complete confidence, patting his chest to guarantee he wouldn't demolish Tony's home.

Tonyfeigned contemplation momentarily before responding: "I've heard your alchemical mastery is exceptional. I wish to study alchemy under your tutelage. Acceptable?"

George smiled broadly. "What difficulty could that present? I maintain comprehensive notes from my academic years—recorded collaboratively with Fred. I'll return and duplicate them for you. Initial study, then inquire about unclear concepts. Given your intellectual capacity, I doubt you require traditional professorial instruction."

Tony nodded with supreme satisfaction. "Naturally—optimal arrangement. Progressive notes from fundamental to advanced—tremendous time savings. Who is Fred?"

George's smile crystallized momentarily. "My brother—but he's... no longer with us." Georgeunconsciously touched his missing ear. "Nevertheless—I've expanded our enterprise so substantially, he'd be delighted if he knew."

Tony observed George, somewhat irritated with his tactless inquiry. He desired to apologize but couldn't formulate appropriate words, leaving him completely awkward.

Georgeacted obliviously, continuing: "I'll return to prepare materials. Inform your House-elf—prevent him from ejecting me as an intruder."

"Certainly—no issues." Seeing Georgedeliberately redirect the conversation, Tonyquickly agreed.

"Sir, your formal attire is prepared." Bogg appeared at the doorway, speaking softly.

Georgewinked at Tony. "Departing now. Clear that left arm position—I'll return for immediate installation."

Without awaiting Tony's response, Georgewaved dismissively and trotted upstairs, departing the Stark residence through the fireplace.

Tony shrugged. "Impressive speed. I intended to invite him to the gala."

"Bogg, approach." Tony summoned the House-elf before the computer screen. "FRIDAY, displayauthorized visitors for Bogg's recognition—prevent him from actually assaulting people as thieves."

"Yes, sir," FRIDAY and Bogg responded in unison.

The screen began displaying various personnel profiles, with Pepper Pottsranked first. While Tonyascended to inspect conditions, FRIDAYquietly added beneath Pepper's photograph: "Potential future mistress."

Upon reaching his living room, Tony could scarcely believe his vision. House-elf ownership created remarkable differences! Observe this flooring—so immaculately polished it could eliminate insects. Examine this table—mirror-quality reflection. Although Tony employed regular housekeeping services, he confidently stated his residence had never achieved such pristine condition, not even move-in day.

His second-floor bedroom proved even more impressive—luxuriously soft beddingemanating sunshine fragrance, mirrors that seemed to lavish praise, and hanging in the wardrobe was perfectly coordinated formal wear. The tailoring was impeccable, the fabric featured subtle patterns—understated yet opulent. Tonyexamined it meticulously—unrecognizable from his familiar establishments, bearing only "Transcendent" within the collar.

ApparentlyBogg had ventured to the wizarding district for custom tailoring. Truly impressive—future garments could originate there exclusively. Tony nodded with profound satisfaction. The House-elf Association had assured him Bogg possessed noble household training and would suit him perfectly—evidently accurate.

After Tony completed his ablutions and donned the formal wear, he proceeded to the dining room where Bogg had already servedappropriate refreshments. Galas weren't venues for unrestricted consumption—naturally one must satisfy hunger at home first.

During this interval, Georgehurried from the fireplace, casually greeted him, and rushed toward the underground laboratory. Tony could only shrug helplessly—he'd always treated others this way, yet today experienced reciprocal treatment. The sensation proved quite novel.

Timing appropriate, well-nourished Tony departed home, instructing Happy to collect Pepper while he proceeded to the gala.

Witnessingelegantly attired Pepper, Tony's heartsuddenly accelerated. The vibrant gala atmosphere became nearly invisible—his vision contained onlygracefully approaching Pepper.

Action surpasses hesitation. Just as Tony and Pepper were achieving perfect harmony, a blonde womanintercepted Tony's path to refreshments, presenting several photographs and demanding whether he was deceiving the public—claiming to have shuttered the weapons division while Stark Industries armaments continued flowing endlessly to Middle Eastern terrorists.

Tony's expressionimmediately darkened. He publicly confronted Obadiah, only to be dismissed with perfunctory explanations. In an extremely foul mood, Tonyforgot about waiting Pepper and departed the venue directly, returning home.

Arriving at the laboratory, George had just fitted the final metal plate. With FRIDAY's assistance, his wand installation caused zero interference. The mounting location was coated with magic-isolating material to preventmagical energy from affecting the armor's internals. The wand sheath utilized mithril and goblin metal with excellent magical conductivity, adding a handle and styling it like a pistol—harmonious with the armor's aesthetic.

"Completion status? I have urgent business requiring immediate armor deployment." Tony entered the laboratory with a thunderous expression.

Observing Tony's demeanor, Georgerefrained from extensive commentary. "Absolutely. Don it first and test the wand's functionality."

Tonyimmediately suited up and tested the wand'sinsertion and extraction under George's observation. The process proved extraordinarily smooth—command the left arm compartment to open, sweep with the right hand, and the pistol-shaped wand would instantly materialize in his grasp, secured by the magical patterns on the finger armor. Spell casting tests revealed absolutezero obstruction.

Tony nodded with supreme satisfaction. "Excellent. I have pressing matters to address. Commence your workshop construction!"

As his words concluded, Tonysealed his faceplate. Palms downward, luminescence emanated from palms and boot soles as the Iron armorachieved lift-off. With a single command, Tonysoared through the underground garage tunnel.

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