Chapter 141
"Good. It seems this 'God among Men' isn't entirely 'unconquerable' after all.
But, no rush.
One bite at a time.
Now is not the time to completely subdue him.
He still needs a bit more 'stimulation' and 'pressure'.
Lin Tian withdrew his hand from Superman's forehead, releasing his mental suppression.
"Think carefully, Karl-El." Lin Tian stood up, looking down at him with a profound smile, "My patience… is limited."
"I hope next time we meet, you can give me… a wise answer."
With that, Lin Tian no longer paid attention to this 'God among Men' who was still in immense shock and struggle.
A flash of his figure!
He instantly vanished from the spot!
Leaving Superman Clark Kent alone!
Lying amidst the cold ruins!
Facing his shattered beliefs alone!
And the devil's choice, full of unknowns and temptations!
The shocking event of Lin Tian's powerful descent over Metropolis and his single punch sending the 'God among Men' Superman flying, was like a nuclear bomb dropped into a calm lake, instantly igniting media and public opinion worldwide!
Countless questions and speculations, like a tide, surged towards this mysterious Eastern man who suddenly appeared, calling himself "Lin Tian"!
Who is he? Where did he come from? Why does he possess such terrifying power? Is he friend or foe to Earth? What exactly happened between him and Superman?
These questions became the front-page headlines that every media outlet in the World wanted to uncover!
And in this journalistic 'feast,' the one with the sharpest senses, the quickest action, and the closest to the edge of 'truth,' was undoubtedly the ace female reporter from the Planet Daily—Lois Lane!
As a top reporter who had repeatedly covered Superman's deeds and even had a complex emotional entanglement with Superman Clark Kent, Lois naturally devoted all her energy to tracking and investigating this 'battle of gods' that took place in Metropolis from the very first moment!
She used her years of accumulated connections and news channels to try and dig up information about Lin Tian from all angles.
She interviewed citizens and Police who witnessed the event, trying to piece together the details and characteristics of Lin Tian's appearance.
She contacted informants within the Military and government, wanting to understand the official assessment and countermeasures regarding Lin Tian.
She even went to great lengths to try and reach 'Superman,' who seemed deeply affected and hadn't appeared publicly for several days, hoping to get firsthand 'inside' information from him!
However, to Lois's immense frustration, no matter how hard she tried, the results were the same as Iris West's previous investigation—a complete blank!
Lin Tian! This name! This existence! Was like a ghost that suddenly appeared! Without any past traces! Without any background information! It was even difficult to find a clear frontal photo of him!
He was like a mystery shrouded in thick fog! Allowing you to see his outline! But never able to touch his truth!
This complete 'lack of starting point' only further ignited the competitive spirit and exploratory drive deep within Lois, the ace reporter!.
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She knew! This Lin Tian! Must be hiding an Earth-shattering secret!!!
If she could uncover this secret! It would absolutely be a super big news story worthy of a Pulitzer Prize! Even capable of changing the World's pattern!!!
She absolutely could not give up!!!
Lois began to change her strategy.
Since she couldn't find clues externally, she could only… find a breakthrough from him personally!
She began to use her professional convenience to appear more frequently in places where Lin Tian might show up—such as certain high-end art exhibitions? Or… those superpower incident scenes that became more 'lively' due to Lin Tian's appearance?
She tried to create opportunities for a 'chance encounter' with Lin Tian! Wanting to probe his secrets through close contact and conversation!
And Lin Tian, for this smart, brave, professionally resilient, and quite attractive female reporter, was naturally happy to see it happen.
He enjoyed the feeling of being 'tracked' and 'explored' by a beautiful reporter.
It made him feel like a behind-the-scenes player controlling the whole game, watching the pieces on the board dance to his will.
So, Lin Tian began to cooperate with Lois, playing this ambiguous and dangerous 'cat and mouse game'.
He would 'casually' appear at some of the scenes where Lois was conducting interviews.
Perhaps at the ruins destroyed by a super-powered individual, Lin Tian, as a 'passerby with a kind heart,' would offer Lois some 'unique insights' into the situation? And 'unintentionally' reveal some of his 'profound thoughts' on super powers and social order? Making Lois feel that he was not just a brute with strength, but a mysterious existence with thoughts and wisdom?
Perhaps at a press conference involving alien technology or mysterious events, Lin Tian, as an 'anonymous informant,' would 'leak' some hard-to-distinguish but intriguing 'inside information' to Lois? Such as the existence of other alien civilizations? About greater threats lurking in the Universe? Or even about… some 'secrets' of Superman's Kryptonianheritage? Making Lois feel that she was gradually approaching the core of some grand conspiracy?
He might also use Zero's abilities to secretly help Lois out of trouble when she got into a predicament while tracking a dangerous lead, but without leaving any traces. Making her feel that she was being secretly protected by some mysterious 'Guardian'?
Lin Tian's 'little actions,' like precisely cast bait, step by step, firmly attracted Lois Lane, this curious 'big fish'!
Lois found herself increasingly unable to extricate herself, drawn to this mysterious man!
She yearned to uncover the 917 secrets about him! She yearned to understand his unfathomable power and wisdom!
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Even… in repeated 'coincidental' contacts and 'deep' exchanges… she found herself… developing a hint of… an inappropriate… attraction… to this man, who was both righteous and evil, full of dangerous charm?!
Especially when compared to Clark Kent, who, though kind and upright, was always a bit 'clumsy' and 'inarticulate'… Lin Tian's confident, domineering, all-controlling, yet occasionally gentle and wise demeanor… for a woman like her, who had seen all sorts of grand scenes and yearned for the extraordinary and exciting… it was simply… a fatal temptation!!!
Lois knew she was playing with Fire.
This man was too dangerous! His intentions were definitely not simple!
Getting entangled with him could easily lead to getting burned! Or even eternal damnation!
But… she couldn't control her heart, which was stirring with curiosity and attraction!
She felt like an explorer about to open Pandora's Box!
Knowing it might be full of disaster and destruction!
Yet still unable to resist… wanting to reach out… to touch that forbidden truth!
And that tempting… abyss!
Lin Tian looked at the growing curiosity, struggle, and that hint of undeniable infatuation in Lois's eyes… knowing… that his 'cat and mouse game'… was almost at… the point of checkmate.
This ace reporter of the Planet Daily… soon… would also become… another… dazzling pearl… in his 'harem collection'!
Lin Tian's god-like appearance over Metropolis, and his subsequent display of destructive power by sending Superman flying with a single punch, not only caused widespread panic and shock globally but also sounded an unprecedented alarm for the superheroes hidden in the Shadow of Earth!
They realized that an existence far more powerful, mysterious, and unpredictable than any enemy they had encountered before had arrived!
The future of Earth, and even the entire Universe, could be completely changed by the appearance of this man!
The first to be affected was naturally the Dark Knight—Bruce Wayne—who had always been hidden in the darkness of Gotham City, fighting various madness and evil with his mortal body!
Through the Batcave's top-tier intelligence system and surveillance network, Bruce witnessed Lin Tian's arrival in Metropolis and his brief but thrilling 'clash' with Superman!
When he saw Superman, who was as powerful as a god, being sent flying by Lin Tian's casual punch, even having his arm broken!
Even with Bruce's steel-like nerves! He couldn't help but feel a deep chill and… a sense of powerlessness!!!
Too strong!!!
This Eastern man named Lin Tian! His power! Had completely exceeded the scope of physical laws!!!
Even Superman! This 'alien god' whom he had always regarded as the biggest potential threat and spent countless efforts researching how to counter!
In front of him! Was as fragile as a baby!!!
This was simply… a dimensionality reduction strike!!!
For the first time! Bruce felt a tremor in his long-held belief that he could overcome anything with wisdom, technology, and willpower!!!
Facing such an existence, like a true god or demon!
Were his proud Bat-suits, Batmobiles, and various high-tech weapons… still useful?!!!
But Bruce Wayne was Bruce Wayne after all!
After a brief shock and disappointment, the resilience and obsession belonging to the Dark Knight in his eyes! Burned brightly again!!!
No!!!
Absolutely cannot give up!!!
No matter how powerful the enemy is!!!
He must find a way to fight him!!!
For Gotham! For Earth! For… not to experience the pain of losing his parents again!!!
Bruce immediately mobilized all the resources of Wayne Enterprises! And his secret intelligence network hidden around the World!
He began to spare no effort! To collect all information about Lin Tian!!!
His origin! His abilities! His weaknesses! The background of the women around him!!!
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At the same time, he also began to accelerate the research and development of his secret weapons and 'emergency plans' targeting'superhumans'!
For example, the heavy anti-Superman armor capable of rivaling Superman!
For example, some secret weapons based on magic or unknown energy?
He even started to consider whether he should actively contact some 'peers' he previously disdained to associate with?
For example, the Amazon Princess from Paradise Island?
Or, the equally mysterious underwater kingdom of Atlantis?
Or, the magic users hidden throughout the World?
Bruce knew! He alone could never fight Lin Tian!
He needed allies!
He needed to unite all forces that could be united!
To form a Justice League capable of rivaling that 'Demon King'!
Although he had always been skeptical of so-called 'leagues'.
But now!
To deal with this unprecedented crisis!
He had no choice!
And just as Bruce Wayne made up his mind and prepared to secretly contact and assemble 'allies'.
Diana Prince, located on Paradise Island, also learned of the shocking changes in Metropolis through certain special channels!
When she'saw' Lin Tian descend like a God King, punching Superman away!
Her heart was also filled with unparalleled shock!
But unlike Bruce's fear and apprehension!
Diana's heart was filled more with... pride?! And... fanaticism!?
Look!
This is the man I chose!
This is the Master I swore allegiance to!
He is indeed omnipotent!
Even the Kryptonian, whom humans regard as a 'God on Earth', was so vulnerable before him!
Diana felt her choice was incredibly correct!
To be the woman of such a magnificent being was simply her greatest honor as a demigod in this life!
She even started to feel a bit impatient! Wanting to immediately fly to Lin Tian's side! Stand shoulder to shoulder with him! And face future challenges together!
Of course! She also knew! Lin Tian did not need her to go immediately!
The mission he gave her was to 'cultivate' well on Paradise Island! Improve her strength! And secretly influence the Amazon tribe! To prepare for his possible future 'arrival'!
"Don't worry, Lin!" Diana clutched the Lasso of Truth in her hand! Her eyes filled with determination and love! "I will definitely complete the mission you entrusted to me! And live up to your expectations!"
She began to cultivate the 'Divine Demonic Dual Cultivation Power' Lin Tian taught her even more diligently!
She also began to use her growing prestige and influence! Among the Amazon tribe! To subtly spread 'miracles' and 'great ideals' about Lin Tian?!
Attempting to turn the entire Paradise Island into Lin Tian's most loyal 'backyard'?!
As for Lin Tian's harem members in the secret Base in the South Pacific.
After witnessing Lin Tian's domineering 'debut' in Metropolis through Zero's broadcast!
They collectively fell into a frenzied worship!
"Master is so handsome! So strong!" Gwen trembled with excitement! Wishing she could immediately fly to Lin Tian's side! And express her love in the most passionate way!
"Lin's power... has advanced again..." Wanda's eyes glowed red! Filled with infatuation and a hint of pressure! Master is getting stronger and stronger! I also need to work harder! I must not be left behind!
"It seems my choice was not wrong..." Caitlin looked at the man on the screen who resembled a god! Her heart filled with relief and dependence! Only such a powerful being could truly give her the sense of security she desired!
"As expected of the man I chose!" Pepper's face showed a proud and possessive smile! At the same time, she was quickly thinking about how to better utilize Stark Industries' resources to support Lin Tian's 'grand ambition'!
Even Vision, who was usually expressionless, when he saw Lin Tian punch Superman away! The Mind Stone on his forehead seemed to flicker slightly! His eyes revealed a hint of... admiration and... fighting spirit?!
It can be said!
Lin Tian's high-profile arrival in the DC Main Universe this time! And his display of terrifying power, crushing Superman!
Not only successfully deterred all forces in this Universe!
But also further solidified his god-like, supreme status in the hearts of his 'harem' and'subordinates'!
Everyone was awed, frenzied, and devoted to him because of his power!
A terrifying embryonic force, with Lin Tian as its absolute core, spanning multiple Universes, had quietly formed!
And the ultimate goal of this force!
Was not just to collect the Infinity Stones! And defeat Thanos!
But also to... bring the entire Multiverse under his control!
To become the true King of the Multiverse!
Lin Tian felt the fanatical faith and energy feedback from 'believers' across various Universes!
His face showed a detached yet controlling smile, like that of a creator god.
Very good.
The pieces... are all in place.
The game... can officially begin!
Lin Tian's forceful declaration of'sovereignty' in Metropolisand his crushing of Superman with a single punch, like a giant rock thrown into a calm lake, stirred up huge waves globally. Countless forces secretly investigated the origin of this mysterious Eastern man, speculating on his purpose.
However, Lin Tian himself seemed indifferent to this.
He lived an extremely luxurious and... 'leisurely' life in the most exclusive hotel in Metropolis.
During the day, he would take his equally eye-catching 'female companions', like true noble aristocrats, to various high-end venues—art exhibitions, concerts, private clubs... He savored the fine wines and delicacies of this World, appreciated its culture and art, as if he were truly just a wealthy young Master on a sightseeing tour.
But secretly, he had been closely monitoring the movements of various forces in this World, especially the reaction of the Justice League, through Zero and his own spiritual sense.
He knew that his previous 'high-profile appearance' had successfully aroused everyone's vigilance. Next, what he needed to do was to further stir up the waters, create more 'mysteries' and 'chaos', to gain more time and space for his subsequent actions.
And the best way to do that was to let the people of this World experience a'surprise' from a 'parallel Universe'.
This evening, Metropolis hosted an extremely grand charity gala.
The organizer was Bruce Wayne, the billionaire from Gotham City.
The gala invited political and business elites, social luminaries, and... some special 'guests' from all over the World.
For example, Lois Lane, the star reporter for the Daily Planet.
For example, Lex Luthor, the young CEO of LexCorp.
Of course, there were also Lin Tian and his dazzling 'female companions'.
Besides the still cold and mysterious Wanda and Gwen, Lin Tian chose to bring a special 'newcomer' with him tonight.
She wore a tailor-made Greek-style white evening gown, perfectly outlining her goddess-sculpture-like figure. Her long black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, accentuating a face that was equally beautiful and flawless, filled with classical charm and a sacred aura.
Her eyes were clear and deep, carrying a hint of detachment and curiosity towards this World, and every gesture exuded an innate nobility and majesty.
She was... Wonder Woman from the DCEU Universe—Diana Prince!
Lin Tian had already brought her onto the shuttle before leaving the DCEU Universe! It was just that he hadn't allowed her to make a public appearance until now!
But tonight!
Lin Tian decided!
It was time for this 'face-alike' goddess!
To bring a little'shock' to this World!
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When Lin Tian, arm in arm with this goddess of extraordinary temperament and beauty, who seemed to have stepped out of a myth, appeared at the gala!
Instantly!
She captured the attention of everyone present!
Even Wanda and Gwen, who had previously been the center of attention, seemed to have a bit of their thunder stolen?!
"Oh my God! Who is that woman?! She's incredibly beautiful!"
"Her aura... she's just like a real goddess!"
"What's her relationship with that mysterious Eastern man?! Is she also his...?"
"Shh! Keep your voice down! That man is not to be trifled with!"
The guests whispered amongst themselves, marveling at DCEU Diana's otherworldly beauty and temperament!
And certain 'insiders'! The moment they saw her! It was as if they had been struck by lightning!
Lois Lane looked at the woman who was almost identical to the 'Wonder Woman' she knew! She was so shocked she nearly spilled her champagne!
How could this be?!
How could there be two people in the World who looked so similar! And had such similar temperaments?!
Could it be... a clone?! Or some kind of shapeshifting ability?!
Countless questions and speculations instantly surged in Lois's mind!
And Bruce Wayne, hidden in a corner, observing the entire scene through a miniature monitor!
The moment he saw DCEU Diana!
His perpetually stoic face revealed an expression of disbelief and shock for the first time!
Diana?!
How could she be with Lin Tian?!
And... judging by her demeanor... she seemed... very... submissive to him?!
Bruce's heart sank abruptly! A very ominous premonition surged within him!
He had always been very interested in Wonder Woman's identity and origin! And had conducted some secret investigations!
He knew Diana came from a secluded, mysterious island! And possessed powerful divine abilities!
But hadn't she always been a lone wolf! Keeping her distance from men?!
How could she suddenly be so close to an Eastern man of unknown origin?!
Could it be... she was also controlled by this man?!
Or was it... this Diana... not the one he knew at all?!
Bruce's mind raced! Trying to find a reasonable explanation from this chaotic information!
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As the instigator of all this,
Lin Tian was very satisfied with the "sensation" he had created!
He wanted to use this method of "face-crashing" to stir up trouble and create chaos!
To make everyone have more guesses and fears about his identity and purpose!!!
He put his arm around DCEU Diana, who seemed a little nervous, beside him!
With a charming smile on his face, he calmly moved through the crowd!
Chatting and laughing with the dignitaries and celebrities who came forward to talk!
From time to time, he would "accidentally" make eye contact with Lois Lane or Bruce Wayne in the air!
His eyes were full of playfulness and... provocation!
As if to say:
Look! This is my power! My charm!
The goddess you thought you knew is just one of my many collections!
What can you... do to me?
Lois and Bruce felt Lin Tian's provocative gaze!
Their hearts were filled with shock and anger, yet they were helpless!
They knew!
This man! Was far more terrifying than they had imagined! Even more... evil!!!
They must! Find a way to deal with him as soon as possible!!!
A charity gala that was supposed to be full of false pleasantries and mutual business flattery!
Because of Lin Tian and the "face-crashing" goddess he brought!
Completely turned into a place full of suspicion, probing, and silent undercurrents of smoke!
And Lin Tian!
Was like a backstage player controlling all the puppet strings!
Enjoying this "grand play" that he personally directed!
Full of absurdity and excitement!
After the charity gala in Metropolis, which was full of "surprises" and "undercurrents," Lin Tian did not immediately leave this sunny "City of Tomorrow."
He still needed some time to observe the reactions of all parties, especially Superman Clark Kent, who had been traumatized by his punch, and Dark Knight Bruce Wayne, who seemed to have developed a strong interest in him.
He had Zero continue to monitor the entire Metropolis in all aspects, collecting all information related to him.
Sure enough, as he expected.
After that disastrous defeat, Superman seemed to have truly fallen into some kind of slump? His public appearances had greatly decreased, and he chose to stay in the Fortress of Solitude in the North Pole most of the time, seemingly... reflecting on life? Or... secretly training?
As for Bruce Wayne, after returning to Gotham City, he immediately began an even more frantic and obsessive investigation and preparation!
He mobilized all the resources and technological power of Wayne Enterprises, trying to analyze the energy characteristics of Lin Tian and the women around him, and find their weaknesses!
He even began to secretly contact some "special individuals" hidden around the World—perhaps some ancient magic users? Perhaps some secret organizations with special technology? Or even some anti-heroes who were both good and evil?
He seemed to be truly planning to form a "secret alliance" strong enough to contend with Lin Tian?!
"A bit interesting." Lin Tian looked at the information reported by Zero, a cold smile curling on his lips, "It seems this Dark Knight is truly unwilling to give up."
However, Lin Tian didn't care about this.
In his opinion, Bruce Wayne's so-called "wisdom" and "scheming" were simply not worth mentioning in the face of absolute power and more advanced calculations.
His so-called "secret weapons" and "contingency plans" were as transparent as glass in front of Zero's comprehensive monitoring and the Mind Stone's mental insight.
He wanted to play?
Lin Tian didn't mind playing with him properly.
He could even... create a little "surprise" for him?
Lin Tian's gaze fell on the holographic screen, on the city full of Gothic architecture, perpetually shrouded in gloom and sin—Gotham City!
"Gotham City..." A strong interest flashed in Lin Tian's eyes, "Batman's lair? Joker's Base? And... so many 'charming' female characters?"
Compared to the "sunshine" and "order" of Metropolis, Lin Tian seemed more interested in Gotham, a place full of chaos, darkness, and various twisted human natures?
Perhaps it was because... in his bones, the blood of a "Demon King" also flowed?
"It's time to pay a visit to this 'Dark Knight'." Lin Tian made a decision, "I want to see how much this hero, who fights against gods with a mortal body, is truly capable of?"
"By the way..." His gaze fell on several extremely tempting female photos on the screen—the sexy and enchanting Selina, the intellectual and dangerous Poison Ivy Pamela, the crazy and cute Harley Quinn, and the valiant Batgirl Barbara... "It's also time to 'collect' these charming 'Night Flowers' of Gotham City."
Lin Tian licked his lips, his eyes full of undisguised possessiveness.
He immediately ordered Zero to prepare for the trip to Gotham City.
This time, he didn't plan to bring too many people.
After all, Gotham City was a mixed bag, with many strong individuals, and too many people would easily attract unnecessary attention.
He decided to only bring two Queens who were best at stealth, assassination, and "charm"—Gwen and Mystra.
With the two of them by his side, whether it was dealing with Batman's various high-tech traps or conquering the beautiful women of Gotham City with their various personalities, they would be excellent helpers!
As for Wanda and Jean, they would temporarily remain on standby in the shuttle, responsible for remote support and dealing with emergencies.
After everything was arranged.
Lin Tian, with Gwen and Mystra, descended silently upon this sleepless city full of sin and temptation—Gotham City—like three phantoms merging into the darkness!
As soon as he stepped onto the land of Gotham City, Lin Tian clearly felt a different aura in the air compared to other cities.
Suppression, coldness, chaos, madness... various negative emotions and dark energies, like thick ink, enveloped every corner of this city.
But it was precisely in this extreme darkness that a "light" like Batman, resilient and never giving up, was nurtured?
As well as a pure, reasonless "evil" like Joker?
"What an... interesting place." A wicked smile curled on Lin Tian's lips, and his eyes sparkled with excitement.
He felt as if... he was starting to like this city?
"Master, where are we going now?" Gwen asked curiously, her large White eye sockets flashing with a cold light. She could feel that there were many powerful "prey" hidden in this city, making the symbiote within her stir.
"Of course, we're going to... pay a visit to the Master here first." Lin Tian smiled, his gaze turning to the Wayne Towerin the distance, which stood at the top of the city like the Dark Knight's cape.
He wanted to give that arrogant "Dark Knight" a "meeting gift" first.
A "surprise" that would make him unforgettable for life!
The night in Gotham City was completely different from the brilliant light of Metropolis.
It was more like a giant beast crouching in the darkness, cold, oppressive, full of unspeakable danger and temptation. Thick dark clouds perpetually hung over the city, obscuring the moonlight and stars, with only the cold neon lights casting mottled, yet eerie and distorted, light and Shadow on the wet streets.
The air was filled with a unique scent, a mixture of rain, garbage, industrial exhaust, and a faint smell of blood. Soaring Gothic buildings, like silent gargoyles, coldly overlooked the labyrinthine streets and alleys below with their sharp spires and grotesque waterspouts.
---Please give me flowers--- This was a breeding ground for crime, a hotbed of madness.
Every dark corner could harbor deadly danger. Robbery, murder, kidnapping... were commonplace here. The supervillains in strange costumes, with their twisted psychologies and terrifying abilities, were like the city's nightmare, constantly popping out to stage scenes of chaos and destruction.
Joker's insane laughter, Penguin's sarcastic remarks, Riddler's deliberate mystification, Two-Face's capriciousness... together composed Gotham City's dark yet "charming" symphony.
Of course, where there is darkness, there is also light.
A black Shadow, like a bat, constantly flitted through the city's rooftops and shadows, fighting against endless crime and madness with a mortal body. He was Gotham City's Dark Knight, Batman. He was the city's last hope, and the lingering fear in the hearts of all criminals.
However, tonight, this already turbulent city of sin welcomed a group of even more mysterious and dangerous "guests."
Lin Tian, with his two equally extraordinary "female companions"—Gwen and Mystra—walked silently through the wet and cold streets of Gotham City like three ghosts merging into the darkness.
They did not deliberately hide their tracks, nor did they release any powerful energy fluctuations.
But their unique aura, which was out of place with the city, and their posture, like top predators, full of confidence and control, instantly attracted the attention of the highly sensitive "sharks" hidden in the darkness of the city, like fresh blood poured into muddy Water... In a dilapidated bar, Oswald Cobblepot, the Penguin, who was numbing his nerves with alcohol, learned of the appearance of these three mysterious Orientals through his "eyes" scattered throughout the city. His small eyes, which were originally a little blurry from the alcohol, instantly flashed with a shrewd and greedy light. "New fat sheep? Or a fierce dragon crossing the river?" He muttered softly, beginning to calculate how to profit from these mysterious people.
In the depths of a gloomy cell in Arkham Asylum, a "Joker" in a purple suit with exaggerated makeup on his face seemed to sense this unusual aura through some insane intuition. He bared his terrifying, scar-like mouth and let out a chilling, low laugh: "Hehehe... Interesting... So interesting... New toys... delivered right to my doorstep..."
In the brightly lit office of the Gotham City Police Department, the vigorous Director James Gordon, looking at the report just sent by his subordinates about the appearance of three unidentified, strangely-tempered Orientals in the city, frowned deeply, and a premonition of ill omen arose in his heart. His intuition told him that these three people were definitely not good news. Gotham Citywas probably going to be restless again tonight.
And in the top-floor office of Wayne Tower, one of the city's tallest buildings. Bruce Wayne looked at the blurry images of Lin Tian, Gwen, and Mystra captured by hidden cameras on the Batcomputer screen, his face even more terrifyingly gloomy!
They actually came to Gotham!!!
And judging by their appearance, it seemed... they weren't here for "sightseeing"?!
What exactly did they want to do?!
Were they coming for him? Or for something else in Gotham City?
Bruce felt his heart being squeezed by an invisible hand!
He knew that an unprecedented huge storm was about to sweep over this already troubled city!
And he, the Dark Knight of Gotham City, was about to face his most powerful and unpredictable opponent ever!!!
Lin Tian naturally felt the prying eyes and hostility from all corners of the city.
He could even clearly "hear" the Penguin's greedy whispers, "smell" Joker's crazy and chaotic aura, and feel Batman's substantial, heavy gaze.
To this, he merely responded with a playful and disdainful smile.
Very good.
It seemed Gotham City's "local forces" had already noticed him, this "dragon crossing the river."
Then...
The game should officially begin.
He stopped, looked up at the Wayne Tower in the distance, which stood at the top of the city like the Dark Knight's cape.
A wicked arc curled at the corner of his mouth.
"Let's go." He said to Gwen and Mystra beside him, his tone relaxed and casual, as if he wasn't going into a dragon's den, but to a casual date.
"First, let's... pay a visit to the Master here."
"And give him a..."
"Unforgettable..."
"Meeting gift."
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Wayne Manor, this ancient estate located on the outskirts of Gotham City, majestic and solemn on the outside, yet hiding countless secrets within, welcomed a group of "uninvited" guests tonight.
Lin Tian, Gwen, and Mystra, like ghosts merging into the darkness, easily bypassed the estate's perimeter security system, which consisted of infrared, pressure sensors, microwave detectors, and more, touted as the top security in all of Gotham.
They even managed to infiltrate the main building of the manor without alarming any guards.
"Tsk tsk tsk, as expected of Gotham's richest man." Lin Tiansurveyed the luxurious decorations, priceless artworks, and the decaying aristocratic aura that permeated the air within the manor, a playful smile on his face, "This display is much more tasteful than that upstart Stark's."
"Master, according to the scan results," Mystra reported respectfully, "the manor's internal defense system has been completely taken over by Zero. Bruce Wayne is currently located in the secret Base on the second basement level. The Base entrance is behind the fireplace in the study."
"Oh? The Batcave?" Lin Tian raised an eyebrow, a hint of interest flashing in his eyes, "Perfect, I also want to visit this Dark Knight's 'toy collection room.'"
"Gwen, Mystra," Lin Tian instructed, "You two, go upstairs first and give the loyal old butler a little'surprise.' Remember, don't hurt him, just make him...'sleep' for a while."
He was referring to Alfred Pennyworth, the loyal butler who was like a father to Bruce. Lin Tian had no ill will towards him and did not want to harm him.
"Yes, Master!" Gwen and Mystra immediately took the order, their figures like specters, stealthily moving towards the upstairs.
As for Lin Tian himself, he leisurely walked towards the study as if taking a stroll...
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Meanwhile, inside the Batcave.
Bruce Wayne sat before the massive Bat-Computer, his brows furrowed, meticulously analyzing the scarce information about Lin Tian, trying to find any flaw or clue from it.
Suddenly!!!
A piercing alarm! Without warning! Resounded throughout the entire Batcave!!!
The screen was instantly covered in a fresh red "Intrusion Alert"!!!
"What?!!!" Bruce's expression changed drastically! He shot up from his chair!
The Batcave's defense system! He had spent countless efforts and resources to build it! It could be said to be one of the safest places on this Planet!
How could it be invaded?!
And so silently at that?!
Could it be...
A terrifying thought instantly flashed through Bruce's mind!
Lin Tian!!!
He actually... came knocking directly?!
And even breached the Batcave's defenses?!
How is this possible?!
Bruce couldn't believe it! But a strong sense of danger made him act immediately!
He rushed towards the area where his Batman suit was stored at top speed!
At the same time, he roared into the communicator: "Alfred?! Answer if you hear me! What happened at the Manor?!"
However...
Only a buzzing sound of current came from the communicator!
No response!
Something happened to Alfred!
Bruce's heart instantly sank to rock bottom!!!
He knew!
This time!
He had probably encountered the most terrifying enemy he had ever faced in his life!!!
However!
Just as he was about to rush to the Batman suit storage area!
A lazy, slightly teasing voice suddenly sounded behind him:
"Good evening, Mr. Bruce Wayne."
"Or..."
"Should I call you..."
"Batman?"
Bruce froze! He spun around sharply!
Lin Tian, at some unknown point, had silently appeared not far behind him!
On his face was that playful smile that made Bruce grit his teeth in anger!
He was observing him, and this Batcave filled with various high-tech equipment, with keen interest, as if admiring his prey!
"You... How did you get in?!" Bruce looked at Lin Tian, his eyes filled with shock and vigilance! His voice trembled slightly with anger!
"It's simple," Lin Tian shrugged, pointing upwards, "I just walked in."
"As for your so-called 'top-tier defense systems'?" Lin Tiansneered, "To me, they're more ridiculous than a child's toy."
Utter humiliation!!!
Bruce felt his face burning!
The Batcave! His proudest secret Base! Was it breached so easily by the other party?! And even mocked as "a child's toy"?!
"Where's Alfred?! What did you do to him?!" Brucesuppressed the anger and fear in his heart, demanding sharply! His greatest concern was the safety of the old butler who was like a father to him!
"Don't worry," Lin Tian waved his hand, "I'm not interested in old people. I just had my two 'little darlings' 'invite' him to'sleep' for a little while."
"Your 'little darlings'?" Bruce immediately thought of the two equally dangerous women beside Lin Tian!
Just then!
Two figures, one black and one gold, appeared like specters behind Lin Tian!
It was Gwen and Mystra!
They looked at Bruce Wayne, their eyes showing a hint of curiosity and... disdain?
Is this the Batman that Master specifically wanted to "visit"?
He doesn't seem... that impressive, does he?
Bruce looked at these three god-like beings before him! Feeling the terrifying aura emanating from them!
He knew!
Today!
Would probably be his most difficult and dangerous battle since becoming Batman!!!
He took a deep breath! Forcing himself to calm down!
His brain began to race! Analyzing the situation before him! Searching for any possible way to break free!
He knew! A head-on confrontation was definitely a dead end!
The only hope! Was to utilize the various mechanisms, traps, and his secret weapons against metahumans in the Batcave!!!
Perhaps... there was still a glimmer of hope!!!
"It seems our Mr. Batman isn't too welcoming of us 'uninvited' guests," Lin Tian looked at Bruce's eyes, which had instantly turned cold and calculating, and a more playful smile appeared on his face.
"But it doesn't matter."
"I came today..."
"Just to play..."
"A little game with you."
A wicked glint flashed in Lin Tian's eyes.
He wanted this Dark Knight, known for his wisdom and willpower!
To thoroughly experience!
What true...!!!
Despair was!!!
Inside the Batcave, the atmosphere was extremely heavy.
Bruce Wayne, the Dark Knight of Gotham City, was facing his most severe and bizarre challenge since becoming Batman.
Three god-like uninvited guests had silently breached his proud layers of defense, appearing like Masters in his secret Base!
Lin Tian, the mysterious oriental man leading them, even displayed terrifying strength that made him feel a chill, and wisdom that seemed to see through everything!
A head-on confrontation was impossible to win!
Bruce's brain was working at the speed of the fastest supercomputer, frantically analyzing the situation before him, searching for any possible way to break the deadlock!
He knew that his only advantage was his intimate knowledge of this Batcave! It was filled with various mechanisms, traps, and secret weapons designed by him to counter different types of enemies!
If he could utilize these "home-field advantages" well, perhaps... there might still be room to maneuver?
"Play a game?" Bruce looked at Lin Tian, his voice low and hoarse, like a bat in the night, "I'm not interested in playing with you."
As he spoke, he quietly pressed a hidden button on his arm guard!
This was the command to activate the Batcave's highest-level defense protocol!
Instantly!
The lights in the entire Batcave dimmed! Only the emergency red warning lights flickered!
Heavy alloy blast doors descended from all directions! Trying to trap Lin Tian and the two others inside!
At the same time! The automated weapon systems hidden in the walls and ceiling were activated! Countless tranquilizer gas nozzles, high-voltage electric grids, and even miniature missile launchers! All silently locked onto Lin Tian and the two others' positions!
Batman! Finally bared his fangs!!!
He would, on his own turf! Give these arrogant invaders! An unforgettable lesson!!!
However...
Facing this sudden "Batman welcome ceremony," enough to make any supervillain tremble in fear!
Lin Tian's face still held that calm, even mocking expression!
"Oh? Has it begun already?" He even had the leisure to smile at Gwen and Mystra beside him, "It seems our Mr. Batman is a bit... impatient."
"Mere tricks!" Gwen let out a disdainful snort!
Her figure flashed! Instantly transforming into a purple-black lightning bolt!
Before those alloy blast doors could fully descend! She had already appeared like a phantom! Outside the control room!!!
Then!
Her symbiote-covered claws! Without hesitation! Ferociously! Plunged into the thick alloy wall!!!
Sizzle, sizzle, sizzle!!!
A teeth-grinding sound of metal cutting rang out!!!
The energy lines of the control room! Were instantly violently destroyed by her!!!
Click!
The entire Batcave's defense system! Including those automated weapons! Instantly all shut down!!!
Only the backup lighting system was barely maintaining operation!
"What?!!!"
Bruce Wayne saw this scene! His pupils constricted sharply!!!
His meticulously designed defense system! Was actually... actually breached so easily by the other party?!
And in such a... simple and brutal way?!
That Spider-Woman's strength and speed! Were simply incredible!!!
Fear! Again gripped Bruce's heart!
But he didn't give up!!!
He was Batman!!! The Dark Knight who never gave up!!!
"It seems I'll have to deal with them myself!" A look of determination flashed in Bruce's eyes!
He suddenly pressed another button on his utility belt!
Hiss—!!!
A thick cloud of white smoke instantly shot out from his utility belt! Enveloping the entire area!!!
These were his specially made smoke bombs! Not only could they obscure vision! They could also block most electronic detection equipment!!!
He would use the darkness! The environment he was most familiar with! To deal with these invaders!!!
Amidst the swirling smoke! Bruce's figure, like a phantom! Vanished from his original spot!!!
He moved like a true Batman! Silently traversing the complex terrain of the Batcave! Searching for the optimal moment to ambush!!!
He was Batman! The Dark Knight who never gave up!!!
Chapter 145
"Oh? Playing hide-and-seek?" Lin Tian looked at the Batcave, which was instantly enveloped in thick smoke! A more playful smile appeared on his face!
Such a small trick! Did they really think it could fool his spiritual sense?
It was simply... naive!
However,
He didn't make a move immediately... He wanted to see what other tricks this Dark Knight, known for his wisdom and willpower, could pull off.
And it was also a good opportunity... to let his two "Queens" fully experience the joy of dealing with this "mortal hero."
"Gwen, Mystra," Lin Tian's voice clearly entered the two women's ears, "accompany our Mr. Batman and have a good 'play' with him."
"Remember, don't kill him. I still need him... for something."
"Yes! Master!!!"
A hint of excitement and bloodlust flashed in Gwen and Mystra's eyes simultaneously!!!
They had long been annoyed by this "mortal" who dared to defy their Master!!!
Now they could finally "teach" him a good lesson!!!
Whoosh! Whoosh!
Two figures, one black and one gold, like true phantoms of the night! Instantly merged into the dense smoke!!!
A "cat and mouse game" full of tricks, traps, and a clash of power and skill!
Right here in this Batcave, full of darkness and secrets!
Was officially staged!!!
The smoke-filled Batcave became a hunting ground full of the unknown and danger.
Bruce Wayne, like the most experienced hunter, lurked in the darkness, using his familiarity with the terrain and various high-tech gadgets to launch a fatal sneak attack on the two women who were equally skilled in stealth and assassination!
He knew that the two women were very strong! Especially the black Spider Queen! Her speed and strength were terrifying! A head-on confrontation would definitely be a dead end!
His only chance of winning was to use traps and sneak attacks! To defeat them one by one!!!
Hiss!
A specially made Batarang, carrying a faint electric current, silently shot out from the shadows! Its target was the back of the golden-haired housekeeper's neck!!!
This was his specially made paralyzing dart! Enough to instantly incapacitate an elephant!!!
However!!!
Just as the dart was about to hit its target!!!
The golden-haired housekeeper's figure! Suddenly twisted and transformed like flowing water!!!
Instantly!!!
She turned into a Batman who looked exactly like Bruce Wayne!!!
Not only the appearance! Even the physique, aura, and even subtle movement habits! Were imitated perfectly!!!
Even Bruce himself! The moment he saw this "imposter"! Couldn't help but be stunned for a moment!!!
And in that moment of his distraction!!!
That "fake Batman"! Had already ghosted forward!!!
A shimmering energy dagger had appeared in her hand at some point?!
Stabbing fiercely towards Bruce's throat!!!
Damn it!!! Shapeshifting ability?!
Bruce was shocked!!! He quickly dodged sideways!!!
At the same time! His grappling gun instantly fired! Entangling the rock above his head! He tried to use the terrain advantage to create distance!!!
However!!!
"Trying to run? Too late!"
A cold and seductive voice! Suddenly rang out above his head!!!
Bruce suddenly looked up!
He saw that purple-black figure! At some point! Had silently hung upside down on the rock wall above him, like a real spider!!!
The huge white crescent-shaped eye sockets! Emitted a chilling glow in the darkness that made one's heart palpitate!!!
Screech, screech, screech!!!
Dozens of black spider silks with a purple-gold luster!!! Like a net from heaven and earth!!! Instantly enveloped him!!!
These spider silks were not only extremely tough! But also extremely fast! And their angles were extremely tricky!!!
Even more terrifying was!!!
They also seemed to be attached with some kind of strange energy that could paralyze nerves! And even corrode the mind?!
Bruce's face changed drastically!!!
He knew! Once entangled by these spider silks! The consequences would be unimaginable!!!
He immediately activated the emergency defense system on his Batsuit!!!
Buzz, buzz, buzz! 89 3964! 460!
A light blue energy shield instantly enveloped him!!!
At the same time! From his multi-functional utility belt! Several miniature Batarang bombs were ejected!!! Trying to break through the spider web's encirclement!!!
However!!!
All of this!!!
In front of Gwen, the "Purple-Gold Spider Queen"!!!
Seemed so pale and powerless!!!
Those seemingly tough spider silks! The moment they touched the energy shield! Actually made a sizzling corrosive sound?! The energy shield's light instantly became incredibly dim?! And was on the verge of collapsing?!
And those miniature bombs! Were intercepted and wrapped precisely by Gwen with even faster spider silks in mid-air! Then... directly crushed?! They couldn't even get close to her body!!!
"Too weak... mortal..."
Gwen let out a low whisper full of disdain.
131 Double suppression, the Knight's despair! Cat shadow under the moon, deadly pursuit
Then!.
Her figure, like a teleportation, approached again!!!
Claws covered in purple-black symbiote! With a shriek that tore through the air!!!
Fiercely!!!
Grabbed at Bruce's chest, which had already lost the protection of the energy shield!!!
It's over!!!
In Bruce's heart! A deep despair surged!!!
Am I, Bruce Wayne! The Dark Knight of Gotham City!
Really going to... die here today?!!!
Just at this critical moment!!!
Suddenly!!!
Ding!!!
An extremely slight! But unusually clear sound!!!
Gwen's claws, capable of tearing steel! Were stopped just a few centimeters from Bruce's chest!
By... by a small!!!
Bat-shaped metal dart!!!
Was... blocked?!
Although the dart was instantly shaken away by the powerful force of the claws!!!
This also gave Bruce a moment to breathe!!!
He immediately rolled on the ground! Dodging this fatal blow in a disheveled manner!!!
Then! He saw it!!!
In a shadowy corner not far away!
A figure wearing the same black tight-fitting suit! With a domino mask on her face! And a hot, agile physique!
Was holding two short sticks! Looking at Gwen vigilantly!!!
It's... Batgirl?! Barbara Gordon?!
How could she be here?!
Bruce was both surprised and delighted!!!
He had clearly told Barbara to stay in Gotham City to handle other matters before!!!
Could it be that she was worried about him?! And secretly followed him here?!
"Another one coming to die?" Gwen looked at the suddenly appearing Batgirl! A cold killing intent flashed in her huge white eye sockets.
What she hated most! Was this kind of guy who tried to "snatch" prey from her hands!
Especially a woman!!!
She didn't hesitate at all! Her figure flashed! And she pounced directly towards Barbara!!!
"Be careful!!!" Bruce exclaimed! Wanting to go forward and help!
But his body! Was stopped by another figure!!!
It was Mystra!!!
At some point! She had transformed back into the golden-haired housekeeper! With a charming smile on her face! But in her hand, she held a shimmering energy whip?!
"Your opponent... is me, Mr. Batman." Mystra licked her lips! Her eyes full of playful light.
Bruce looked at these two equally powerful and dangerous women in front of him!
His heart was filled with an unprecedented solemnity and... a hint of bitterness!
One against two!!!
And the opponents' strength far exceeded his imagination!!!
Plus Lin Tian, who had been standing by watching the show the whole time! And was unfathomable!!!
This battle today... I'm afraid... there's really no chance of winning... But!!!
He is Batman!!!
The Dark Knight of Gotham City!!!
Even if he knew it was a sure defeat!!!
He would never!!!
Give up!!!