A waft of fragrance emanated from the kitchen, making the three grown men and one cat outside incredibly hungry.
As delectable dishes like apple pie, double cheeseburgers, sea bass, and pan-fried steak were brought to the table one by one by Pepper, Tony finally couldn't resist rushing to the dining table: "Beautiful ladies, may I try one first?"
"Tony, that's very rude!" Pepper was about to stop him when Aunt Leah intervened: "It's alright, dear. Eat if you're hungry. Isn't that a compliment to us?"
"Mmm... Aunt Leah... you really are... too open-minded!"
"Alright, everyone, please take a seat. Oh, my little sweetheart, this is for you!" Aunt Leah said, ushering everyone, as she placed a small portion of apple pie in front of Lu Dan.
"Meow~~~~(≥▽≤)/~"
--- Just as everyone was seated.
Ding-a-ling-a-ling~
Aunt Leah's phone suddenly rang.
"Ah, it's finally here," Aunt Leah said, and walked out.
"Ugh... it's really delicious... Watson, do you know who's here?"
"I don't know either... maybe it's other aunts who are close to Aunt Leah---what---fuck."
Even Tony stopped stuffing his favorite burger into his mouth.
At this moment, Aunt Leah walked in, pulling a girl who practically had the word "sexy" written all over her face.
She was a girl with short, wine-red hair, a captivating figure, and cold, alluring eyes. Dressed in a police uniform and trousers, her incredibly good physique was showcased to perfection.
But what surprised Watson the most was!
Watson saw that face!! The woman Durant wanted to drink her bathwater!
The goddess who captivated many, young and old, hailed as the 'Marilyn Monroe' of the twenty-first century!
Scarlett Johansson?! Before transmigrating, Watson's favorite was her performance in 'Lucy,' it was incredible... controlling all rules.
And 'Manny & Lo' from her childhood, and 'Under the Skin' from her adulthood.
But! His admiration was limited to her on screen. The real Scarlett, ever since she first took off her clothes --- ahem, however --- she should now be the famous S.H.I.E.L.D. agent, Black Widow, Natasha Romanoff!
He liked her too; her beautiful face, devilish figure, and clean, sharp moves... But why was she here?! Was it a scheme by Nick Fury, that big bald egg? Uniform temptation??
"Watson! You never said you had such a great girlfriend!"
Hearing Tony's words, Watson couldn't help but reply: "I didn't even know I had a girlfriend like that!"
"Are you sure? She's not your girlfriend? Then I --- it seems I'm still missing a personal life secretary. I wonder if she'd be willing to ---" Tony completely ignored 'Little Pepper' Pepper's glare.
"Hi~ everyone~ I'm Natalie Wilson, a police officer at the Manhattan Police Department."
"Meow~" Lu Dan also stood up and waved his paw.
"Oh... sorry, I didn't see you, little one~ You're so cute~ What's your name?"
"Hahahaha, the little one is named Lu Dan~ He's also part of our family~ Hello! I'm Poke. Leah mentioned meeting a beautiful police officer when she came back last time!"
"I'm Watson Dialant, Aunt Leah and Uncle Poke's nephew."
Officer 'Wilson' immediately looked at the speaker after hearing that last sentence.
This is the target? The Flame Knight?
A man comparable to a super soldier, with several ferocious monsters as pets.
Although she had seen him many times in the conference room and on mission intelligence, seeing him in person for the first time still made her a little impressed~ This kid certainly had good looks and a good physique.
She wondered what expressions those young girls who worshipped the 'Flame Knight' would have if they knew his true situation --- At this moment, Watson was also muttering to himself... How did she know Aunt Leah? Could Aunt Leah have been deceived? Or was she putting on a show herself?
Just then, Tony stood up, interrupting their private thoughts: "Hey, I'm Tony Stark~ You must have heard of me~ You're a cop? Then I'm sure you have excellent skills! I just happen to need a personal secretary and part-time bodyguard! Would you be willing to come?"
"Pfft..." Watson almost spat out the milk he had just drunk... Although he knew Tony Stark's nickname was 'human walking cannon' before, this was the first time he'd witnessed such a direct scene --- it was an eye-opener --- "Of course I know you, Mr. Stark, but I think someone is already in your heart, aren't they? And, if I had to choose, I'd rather choose our hero, the Flame Knight who saves people from distress~" Officer 'Wilson' smiled, looked at 'Little Pepper' Pepper, and then said these words. Pepper immediately felt a little embarrassed, but she hid it very well.
"Alright, alright, everyone sit down, make yourselves at home."
"Meow~"
Tony shrugged and sat down, then leaned over to Watson's ear and said: "You also have the title of Flame Knight?? Why not Lightning Knight? But it's all the same... lame, dude---"
"A double cheeseburger can't shut you up? If you're not eating it, give it to me!"
Fortunately, after everyone was seated, there were no more shenanigans at the dinner table. With Tony, the chatterbox, and the talkative Uncle Poke, plus two beautiful women and a super cute pet, the meal actually had a bit of a warm atmosphere, until Uncle Poke brought out his treasured liquor, and everyone became more and more uninhibited.
Watson felt a slight stir in his heart as he looked at everyone in front of him. Seeing the smile on Tony's face and the fake police officer who had started drinking, he wondered how long their smiles could last? He remembered, in Iron Man 1, was that 'Little Tony's' last happy smile?
"Hey~ our city hero? Flame Knight, may I offer you a toast? This city needs someone like you to step up~" 'Natalie' walked up to Watson with a glass in hand, taking small, cat-like steps, and gently raised it.
"Great detective, on this point, I want to impart some experience as someone who's been there~ Never refuse a beautiful woman's request~" Tony leaned over, gave a quick endorsement, then retreated and kept smiling at Pepper.
"Of course, it's my honor, but right now I can't be called a hero. In fact, the title Flame Knight --- I just found out about it myself." Watson raised his glass, clinked it lightly with 'Natalie's,' and drained it.
"Meow...!"
"No, Lu Dan, you can't drink!" Watson had just refused Lu Dan.
No sooner had Watson finished speaking than he saw 'Natalie' squat down beside Lu Dan, once again showing off her sexy figure to Watson's face.