"Big Cousin? Is this really right?"

In the Water Company's office? Clark asked with his head down.

After seeing the fierce reactions from the news media and the public, he was somewhat doubtful whether his behavior of publishing his identity was correct.

Public opinion is like a surging tide, rushing towards him? It makes people feel a little suffocating.

Faced with those vicious bandits and criminals? Clark will not be afraid of danger and disaster.

But what can he do when he is criticized, rejected and attacked?

Waving fists at innocent people?

Or burn them all to death with hot sight?

Superman's powerful power is useless in front of ordinary people.

The gap between strength and weakness seems to be changed.

"Clark? First of all, you have to understand the truest thoughts in your heart."

Luke just hung up a phone call from the White House and said calmly: "What kind of life do you like to live? Do you deal with the school and the criminal organizations in the metropolis every day? Or do you come to the front as a symbol and be brave enough to accept everyone's doubts and public pressure?"

"The former can easily make people confused about normal life and superhero states, because in reality, are you just a child of a little Kansas farmer? A high school student in the countryside."

"But every night, when you put on a Superman uniform? You become an omnipotent and respected superhero."

"Will strong contrast bring psychological changes? Maybe one day you will gradually get tired of the name Clark Kent and only like the days when it exists as a Superman - longing for recognition and attention? This is human nature."

"Or the other way around? You no longer want to be busy with the work of saving others and the world? Instead, you are ready to return to your family and be a good husband and a good father."

"Life is full of too many unknowns, not to mention that people have limited energy, even... Saiyans."

"What should you do if you are preparing for the exam in school and then a fire in the metropolis?"

"Save people! There is no doubt that you will do this. Then what? You failed the exam and failed the final exam, and the teacher gave you a minimum score... This is the blow and pressure from real life. It seems to be a small thing, but it makes you fall into endless troubles and consumes your passion and love for life."

"Clark, you need to understand one thing: a superhero is not a job, it is an obligation, it is a mission given by a certain sense of responsibility, and at the same time it still has no return on long-term investment."

"It's hard for you to be Clark Kent while also being the most perfect Superman in the Metropolis."

Luke hit the table with his fingers, his voice paused, and then he looked at his slightly confused little cousin.

Opening your identity will certainly cause a lot of trouble.

For example, the villain may use family threats and pass on the risks to his friends around him.

But at the same time, it can also bring certain benefits.

First of all, it is legality. If you work openly with the federal government, you will no longer have to put yourself in a gray label like "masked vigilante".

Secondly, change is something that Luke is happy to see, as long as everything is still under control.

He did not change Superman's intention, but just hoped that his cousin could see the essence of the world in advance and not just immerse himself in the beautiful surface of superheroes.

This is the DC universe, which reveals a heavy darkness from beginning to end.

Superman has encountered many malicious intentions of fate in different time and space and different universes.

Being deceived by the clown, kill Louise Ryan and the children in her belly, and then establish a dictatorship.

Kill Lex Luther with hot sight, rule the earth, and become a Hitler-like existence.

——In so many stories, Superman faces tragedy and becomes the most terrifying person in the world.

"Don't worry about the government or other issues."

Luke snapped his fingers and curled his lips.

"I have hired you a professional agent, who is very good at dealing with public opinion pressure and crisis public relations in all aspects."

The office door was pushed open and a familiar figure appeared in front of Clark.

"Lex? Why are you here?"

He was very surprised and stood up.

Due to the impact of black kryptonite, Lex should be still locked in the bedroom of the mansion and is not allowed to go out.

"I've recovered, not long ago."

Lex showed a bright smile on his face, pointed at Clark and said, "I didn't expect you to be the metropolitan star who appears in the newspaper every day."

"My best friend and the guy I hate the most are the same person. It's so amazing."

He shuffled a chair and sat opposite Luke.

The negative personality created by black kryptonite seems to have disappeared, and Lex Luther has returned to his previous sunny personality.

When he speaks, he always smiles at the corners of his mouth and acts cheerful and lively.

"Uh, I don't want to keep it secret, but..."

Clark scratched his head and concealed something from his friend, which made him somewhat apologetic.

Because in the education of his adoptive father Jonathan, lying is wrong.

"It's no big deal, anyone will have secrets, including me."

Lex narrowed his eyes and smiled.

"Let's continue to talk about how to build Superman and build the greatest superhero in the world."

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...

Gotham City.

Wayne Manor.

Bruce Wayne, sitting cross-legged on the carpet, was busy cutting out the old newspaper he had recently collected.

He needs to have a deeper understanding of this city, and more importantly, some people in this city.

"'Roman' Falcone..."

“'Penguin Man' Oswald…”

"Sal Maroni..."

Every time Bruce said a name, he made an obvious mark on the notebook on the right.

Like a young hunter, he slowly and patiently determined his prey.

These people are all famous underworld bosses in the underworld of Gotham.

Some of them have been ruling Gotham for more than ten years.

Some have entered the society and run huge profits.

Some have many minions, controlling the port and the lower city.

"Master Wayne, you should go out for a walk and bask in the sun instead of locking yourself in the room and thinking about these seemingly dangerous things."

The butler Alfred walked in with a hearty breakfast and pushed the door open.

He had a helpless look on his face. After returning from Nepal, Master Wayne was not wearing tattered clothes and dressed up as a street tramp, and ran to the slums of Gotham.

It is to read through old newspapers and collect information.

He has no intention of taking over the Wayne Group's home business and revitalizing the family's honors.

When Alfred was young, he was an agent of the British MI5.

Later, by chance, he became the steward of the Wayne family.

This seemingly ordinary old man is actually proficient in various fighting skills, healing injuries, and even computer hacking techniques.

Therefore, Alfred also has the unknown name of "Butler Hero".

With his knowledge of Bruce and the details he has observed recently, it is not difficult to guess what the other party wants to do.

Crack down on gangs, or punish evil and promote good?

In the eyes of the old housekeeper, this is obviously not a rational behavior.

"There is no difference between Gotham and I before leaving. They are still sinful, still rich and rich, and still... so boring."

Bruce shook his head and bit a piece of bread and said, "So, I have no interest in being involved, only the idea of ​​changing hands."

Bruce hid nothing before serving his father and his own old housekeeper.

If Batman in the future is honest enough to anyone, he doesn't have much psychological defense.

That person would only be Alfred.

"It's not easy, Master Wayne."

The old butler pursed his lips, seemed unhappy, and teased: "If you really want to change Gotham, why not run for mayor and make this city great again?"

"Because being mayor cannot completely eradicate those criminals."

Bruce shook his head, he had learned about Gotham's power structure.
To be continued...