Chapter 21 - 21: Mason Industries Unveils Starlink

At that moment, every reporter on-site turned their cameras toward the twin towers of Mason Industries, focusing on the two mysterious symbols that had just appeared. The longer they stared at those symbols, the more unsettling they felt. It was as if the emblems possessed an inexplicable power, drawing them in, compelling them to uncover the secrets they concealed. "Damn, why do these logos give me such a strong feeling?" "My God, what do these two symbols mean?" "Is Mason Industries planning to expand its business again?" "Mr. Mason, could you please explain the meaning behind these logos?" "What do 'Skynet' and 'Umbrella' represent?" The murmurs of speculation spread through the crowd as the twin towers illuminated with those striking emblems. The glowing symbols seemed like beacons, captivating and mesmerizing everyone who laid eyes on them. Norman Osborn and Tony Stark stood among the guests, tilting their heads up as they examined the symbols with solemn expressions. Although they had no idea what Gene Mason intended by revealing these logos, neither of them dared to take this lightly. ... Meanwhile, in another part of the crowd, Nick Fury narrowed his one good eye at the towering skyscrapers, his voice low as he asked, "Have you found out what those symbols stand for?" Standing beside him, Phil Coulson quickly pulled up the information and reported, "Director, we just checked the trademark database. These are newly registered brands under Mason Industries. The red and white umbrella represents 'Umbrella,' while the blue, web-like symbol is called 'Skynet.'" "Umbrella. Skynet." Fury repeated the names slowly, as if tasting something bitter. He couldn't explain why, but he had a deep sense of unease. A gut feeling told him that something about Gene Mason didn't sit right. But what exactly was it? ... At that moment, Gene stepped forward and snapped his fingers. Behind him, a holographic screen suddenly materialized in mid-air, displaying the Skynet symbol in a brilliant glow. The entire crowd gasped in shock. "Holy shit, what is that?!" "Did a screen just appear out of thin air?!" "Is this… a holographic display?" "This is unreal! It's a miracle of science!" Even Tony Stark, who had been watching from the sidelines, was stunned. He, too, had dabbled in holographic technology. His private lab contained similar displays, but they were mostly for show. They weren't practical for large-scale use yet. Yet now, Gene Mason had effortlessly produced a fully functional, real-time holographic screen, right in front of everyone. ... Ignoring the astonished murmurs, Gene Mason finally spoke, his voice steady and confident. "Mason Industries will be launching its next major project." As soon as he said this, a new set of visuals appeared on the holographic screen behind him. "Starting this year and continuing into next year, Mason Industries will launch over 10,000 miniature satellites into low-Earth orbit, providing free global internet access for all." The crowd exploded into chaos. Some people instinctively rubbed their ears, as if they had misheard him. Free internet? 10,000 satellites?! Gene continued, his voice unwavering. "I call this initiative—the Starlink Project." The reporters immediately snapped into action, frantically capturing every second of this historic moment. Every word from Gene Mason's mouth was pure headline gold. This announcement alone was groundbreaking enough to dominate the news for an entire year! Behind him, the holographic display showcased a simulation of the Starlink Project in action. Thousands of satellites densely surrounded Earth, seamlessly transmitting high-speed internet signals across the entire planet. No blind spots. No restrictions. A true, global network. .... Just as the audience was still reeling from shock, Tony Stark suddenly raised his hand and called out loudly, "Mr. Mason, may I ask a question?" Gene gestured for him to continue. "Your plan sounds ambitious, but how do you expect these satellites to stay in orbit without fuel?" Stark adjusted his sunglasses, his tone filled with skepticism. "Once satellites shrink in size, they can't carry enough fuel for orbital adjustments. So, tell me—won't your so-called 'Starlink' just turn into a 'Falling Star' project instead?" Laughter rippled through the audience. Many industrial experts in the crowd had already dismissed the feasibility of Gene 's plan. Stark had simply voiced what they were all thinking. If Gene Mason had no real solution for keeping those satellites in orbit, the entire Starlink Project was doomed from the start. ... To everyone's surprise, Gene remained calm. He smiled and said, "Mr. Stark raises a very valid point. As expected of the CEO of Stark Industries." Then, without missing a beat, he gestured toward the holographic display. "Of course, Mason Industries has already accounted for this issue. Please take a look at our satellite design." With a flick of his hand, a detailed 3D model of the Starlink satellite dissected itself on the holographic screen, revealing every internal component. At first, Stark was only mildly curious. But as he examined the satellite's intricate design, his amused smirk disappeared. He subconsciously reached up, removed his sunglasses, and stared intensely at the screen. There was something about this design… It wasn't just good. It was genius. The elegant industrial design, the cutting-edge power source, the incredibly compact propulsion system—there were elements in this blueprint that even he didn't fully understand! Especially that tiny energy core at the heart of the satellite. Something about it made his fingers itch with curiosity. He had to figure out how it worked. ... Sёarch* The NôᴠeFire.ηet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. Meanwhile, the rest of the audience could barely keep up. "Holy crap, is this the Starlink satellite?!" "I don't understand a damn thing, but it looks incredible!" "This is the power of Mason Industries?" "Look at Stark! He's dead silent—he has nothing to say!" "Are we really getting free high-speed internet worldwide?" While the laymen marveled at the spectacle, the industrial experts felt their entire worldview shattering. This project wasn't just bold. It was revolutionary. -------------- T/N: Access 30 Chapters in Advance on my P@treon: [email protected]/MPHFics