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Chapter 63: Chapter 63: The Frustrated Tony Stark

In the early morning, at Vientiane Book Cafe.

The book cafe wasn't far from May's home. She made an early breakfast for her nephew Peter before hurrying to the book cafe to start her day's work.

It had been five days since the official opening. Although she still had serious doubts about her boss's business idea, she had to admit that his vision was excellent. One after another, customers came in for a cup of coffee or to read a book because of the cafe's pleasant environment.

Due to the boss's hobby, the book cafe also provided tea service. However, very few people drank tea. Like her, most people preferred coffee, except for an old Oriental man who enjoyed the tea. Others gave up after a few sips out of curiosity.

May was slightly disappointed. The cost of buying tea was not low, and it seemed the boss would be the only one drinking it. However, it couldn't be considered a complete waste.

After May opened the door of the book cafe, three clerks soon arrived on time. Amid laughter, the three of them, led by May, began their daily cleaning. After cleaning up, they found places to sit. Some read books to recharge, others organized the bookshelves, and some waited for guests.

As the sun gradually rose, May welcomed a few guests. Still, there was no trace of her boss, Mr. Lockhart. May was not surprised by this. Her boss had not been present except for having tea with two friends on the first day of opening. She didn't pay too much attention to his absence.

Suddenly, the roar of an engine came from outside, and a red Ferrari parked in the space next to the book cafe. May raised her head and, through the transparent glass, could clearly see the luxury of the sports car, feeling a twinge of envy. It would be great if she had one.

She continued to watch to see who owned such a luxurious car. "Tony Stark!" she exclaimed in a low voice. She was very familiar with such a famous figure in New York City.

Seeing Tony Stark entering the book cafe, May immediately went to the door to greet him. Iron Man Tony Stark entering Vientiane Book Cafe was a fantastic publicity opportunity. Determined to revitalize the book cafe, May signaled the clerks behind her to do their jobs well and touched her mobile phone in her pocket, preparing to take a photo to promote the cafe using Iron Man's traffic. If her boss knew about her efforts, he would surely give her a bonus.

May thought to herself, paying attention to Tony Stark's steps. "Welcome, Mr. Tony Stark, to Vientiane Book Cafe!" she said as he approached the entrance. Tony raised his head slightly and looked at the tall, curvy store manager in front of him. According to the information he had asked Jarvis to collect, although it wasn't much, he knew the store manager seemed to be named May.

When he saw the beautiful store manager, Tony decided to be polite. "Hello, I'm looking for Mr. Lockhart," he said in a gentle tone.

May was stunned for a moment and asked curiously, "Mr. Stark, are you a friend of the boss?"

Tony shook his head, "No. Is Mr. Lockhart here? Do you have his contact information? I have something to discuss with him."

Hearing Tony's question, May hesitated. Although the other party was a billionaire and Iron Man, her boss had clearly stated that his contact information could not be disclosed to anyone. She was the only one who could contact him if there was any matter.

"I'm very sorry, Mr. Stark, the boss does not allow anyone to reveal his contact information. If you have something to tell me, I'll pass it on to him. Alternatively, you can make an appointment to see him."

Although May was a beauty, Tony was still taken aback by her reply. No one had mentioned the word "reservation" to him for a long time. It was always someone else making an appointment with him, never the other way around.

But thinking of the other party's identity, Tony said a little begrudgingly, "I will be free anytime today. Can you call him and tell him I am here waiting?"

May also felt a hint of reluctance in her heart but quickly nodded, instructing Alice to entertain the distinguished guest. She returned to the store, picked up the phone, and found her boss's contact information.

Beep! Beep! Beep!

"Hey May, what's up?" her boss's curious voice came through.

"Boss, Tony Stark said he wants to meet you. Do you have the time? He said he is free all day today."

There was a moment of silence before the boss's voice sounded annoyed, "I'm not free today. Ask Tony Stark to come tomorrow morning. I have something else to do. That's it, don't let him bother me. If there's nothing important, try not to disturb me."

Beep! Beep! Beep!

Before May could reply, her boss hung up the phone. Recalling the tone, May's face looked a little weird. Her boss even disliked billionaire Tony Stark. He was indeed a weirdo.

She turned and glanced at Tony, who was signing autographs for Alice. Seeing this, May's eyes twitched slightly. She felt a little weak, but remembering her boss's instructions, she walked up to Tony Stark.

"Mr. Stark, I'm very sorry. The boss has something urgent to do today and may not be able to come to the book cafe."

May tried to convey the boss's message tactfully, adding, "He can meet you as soon as tomorrow morning. Do you want to make an appointment for tomorrow at 9 AM?"

Tony sat on the chair, raised his head, and stared into May's eyes, saying nothing. Although May spoke tactfully, Tony understood what she meant. He was just curious before, but now he had to meet Lockhart.

"Okay, I will wait for him here at 9 o'clock tomorrow morning," Tony said calmly.

Then Tony started wandering around the Vientiane Book Cafe, wanting to see what the wizard professor's territory was like. May quickly started to entertain him. Although her boss disliked Tony Stark, she didn't. This was a billionaire, and his presence was a big selling point for the book cafe. Besides, even Alice got an autograph from Tony Stark, so she had to get one for her nephew, Peter Parker, who liked Iron Man very much.

At this moment, Lockhart had just hung up the phone. He was satisfied with the role of Vientiane Book Cafe; it had temporarily blocked a big trouble for him. Iron Man—Tony Stark!

Although he was curious about what Tony wanted with him, Lockhart didn't particularly care because today he had a very important meeting—an audience with the Sorcerer Supreme!

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Chapter 64: Chapter 64: Striving for the Ability to Tear Up the Contract

Kamar-Taj.

In the training square of Kamar-Taj, numerous sorcerer apprentices were practicing magic. Unlike other magic users, Kamar-Taj's sorcerers were adept at both magic and melee combat, earning them the moniker of "melee sorcerers."

At this moment, a portal with sparks suddenly appeared in an open space next to the training square. Two figures stepped through the portal and entered the square, catching the attention of some sorcerer apprentices. However, this wasn't an unusual sight, as many sorcerers entered Kamar-Taj through portals daily.

Lockhart turned to Kaecilius, standing beside him, and remarked, "Kamar-Taj's teleportation magic is really convenient."

Kaecilius smiled. "I wish you a smooth experience. After meeting the Sorcerer Supreme, you might get what you want."

Given their intertwined interests, Kaecilius knew that Lockhart was eager to practice Kamar-Taj's magic. He also understood Lockhart's concerns. Lockhart's opportunity to meet with the Ancient One had been facilitated by both Kaecilius and Morin, indicating the depth of their current relationship. Indeed, mutual interests often accelerate relationships.

When Lockhart learned about the opportunity to meet the Ancient One, facilitated by his two friends, he immediately smiled and presented them with another gift. He couldn't help but sigh; human relationships are crucial in any world. Building connections with key figures is essential.

If Lockhart had tried to meet the Ancient One on his own, he didn't know how many obstacles he would have faced. It would be like a foreigner trying to meet the president of a country—no matter how rich the foreigner is, without a key connection, it's extremely difficult.

Lockhart had decided to establish better relationships with some key figures in the Marvel universe, at least trying not to be hostile. He then followed Kaecilius toward the depths of Kamar-Taj, to the teahouse where he last met the Ancient One.

Entering the teahouse, Lockhart and Kaecilius saw the Ancient One with her back turned to them. They stood respectfully behind her, bowed, and greeted her, "Salutations, Sorcerer Supreme."

The Ancient One turned around, looked at the two, nodded slightly, and raised her hand. Instantly, the space changed, and they found themselves sitting cross-legged at the tea table opposite the Ancient One without realizing how they got there.

Lockhart's eyes flashed with horror at this display of spatial mastery. He wondered if time manipulation was involved. His thoughts turned, and his expression became more respectful. In front of a woman powerful enough to suppress countless dimensions, all pride was buried deep within him.

"Lockhart, I heard from Morin and Kaecilius that you want to practice Kamar-Taj's magic?" the Ancient One asked, glancing at Kaecilius, who was respectfully pouring tea.

"Yes, Sorcerer Supreme," Lockhart nodded without hesitation. Then, hesitantly, he added, "However, before practicing, I have some questions I'd like to ask."

"Let's chat. I also want to know what an alien mage thinks of our magic," the Ancient One smiled lightly.

Hearing this, Lockhart felt a chill in his heart and responded respectfully, "Sorcerer Supreme, in our world, it's taboo to use external forces. But after communicating with Morin and Kaecilius, some of my doubts have been relieved. However, I still have some concerns. According to the contract, if we encounter unexpected situations in the future, can we pay other prices to Vishanti instead of fulfilling the original terms?"

This was a critical question for Lockhart. If Vishanti didn't claim his power until his death, that would be ideal. He was confident in extending his lifespan. But if something unexpected happened, he needed to know if there was a way to escape the contract, even if it meant paying a higher price.

The Ancient One pondered for a moment and then said calmly, "It's not impossible to achieve your idea. I can help you get a chance to modify the contract, but you must understand that after the contract is changed, you won't be able to borrow power anytime and anywhere like Kamar-Taj's sorcerers."

Lockhart nodded understandingly. This was expected. Essentially, he was asking for the ability to renegotiate the contract at any time, which naturally meant he couldn't rely on Vishanti's full support. Everything depended on paying a corresponding price.

Lockhart then asked in a deep voice, "Master Ancient One, what price do I have to pay for you to get this opportunity to change the contract?"

Hearing this, the Ancient One smiled faintly. Although she would have done it regardless, Lockhart's willingness to acknowledge the need for a price demonstrated his understanding of the world's workings.

"There is never a free lunch," Lockhart understood from his previous life. Behind every seemingly free lunch, there is always a price tag. Sometimes you don't see it immediately, but you pay in the end.

The Ancient One said softly, "I need..."

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