Volume 6: Secret Invasion Chapter 48: All conspiracies against the Justice League start with a hot man as the first target
"What did he say?"
That night in the office of the Afterlife Bar, Mason sat in a chair and talked on the phone with Ciri who was far away in Star Castle.
At this moment, he was holding a hand component of the Lord of the Universe's armor and analyzing its structure while drawing a diagram, but he also had to keep an eye on Old A's movements.
In response to Mason's question, Ciri, who was taking a petal bath, said lazily:
"He didn't say anything special. He just symbolically reprimanded us for our private actions. But then he made a 180-degree turn and said something like Brainiac made the mistake first and our actions were necessary and correct."
"It seems that Brainiac's head has indeed brought him a good exchange of benefits in the hands of Old A, otherwise with that guy's style, he would not let it go so easily.
Didn't he say anything about rewarding me this time?"
Mason asked with a hint of sarcasm. Ciri hesitated for a moment and said truthfully:
"He said that since you killed Brainiac, there will be a vacant seat on the council, so if you want, he can use his connections to promote you to a minor councillor with no influence.
Start from the lower level first, and after a while you will be able to shine in the new battlefield.
I rejected it for you. I know you don't like this kind of time-wasting thing, and jumping from a B-level personnel to a Hope Director is a bit too shocking and will definitely bring you unnecessary trouble. "
"Well, you still understand me."
Mason nodded, took off the silver gauntlet in his hand, and said to Ciri while imitating the drawing:
"Warlock has no reaction to this news?"
"He probably hasn't received the news yet."
The hunter replied:
"The Warlock has only one backer, Lord Fate. Although he is also a powerful figure in the Hope Council, he rarely attends meetings because he is in deep sleep. He is not as well-informed as we are in this regard.
But I guess once Lord Johnny Skeleton is resurrected, he will definitely go after the Warlock first.
Once he gets to know this news, he might become desperate, and this kind of thing will definitely bring him a lot of pressure."
"If you can't handle the pressure, you'll lose your composure."
Mason narrowed his eyes and said:
"We can't keep that bastard any longer. We must get rid of him in the next world invasion. This way, the Star Society will fall into our hands...
At least on the surface.
You must hurry up and collect information about several A-level members under the Warlock. I need the information to formulate a plan."
"The swordsman is busy with this matter. She deals with those guys a lot. She will bring you information in a few days."
There was a splash of water from the hunter's side, probably the sound of him stepping out of the tub, and he casually said to Mason:
"I also need you to help me modify those Origin X metals . They are not very convenient to use. As for the gauntlet, it is a men's version, so remember to prepare the tools."
"OK."
Mason responded and chatted for a few more words about family matters before hanging up the phone. He looked at the drawing in front of him and scratched his head.
Although there are plans to replace the Vibranium Fenrir Armor he is currently using with the Lord of the Universe Armor, the internal structure of this thing is a bit too complicated even if it is available in real life.
It took Mason six full hours to draw the structural diagram of just one arm, and he still hadn't finished it. Brainiac used too much high-end technology in his power armor, some of which were alien technologies that Mason had never even seen before.
No wonder you need level 7 engineering just to drive it, this technical reserve is really a big challenge.
However, there is no need to worry about the energy problem, as he has already left the stage of using the Ark Reactor. Now, this aspect has become a serious new scene of "combining magic with technology".
He flicked his fingers, and the Life-Binding Rat Talisman jumped into his hand.
Although this thing has been repaired, its appearance is still damaged and it has heavy signs of weathering. According to female Ultron, this thing will probably fall apart if it is used at full power a few more times.
Although it is a mysterious item, there is still an energy balance involved. Giving life to dead objects will definitely consume the mysterious energy contained in the spell.
"So I have to make another set of twelve talismans as backup. The materials used should be enough, such as the ten thousand year stone and dragon bones. I will have to go to the treasure house again in a few days when I go to the Star Castle."
Mason took out his notebook and wrote down this request.
There were too many things recorded in different categories, which gave him a headache. Each manufacturing branch had an urgent task sequence, and it was a bit too much for the twelve water clones to work around the clock.
He felt he needed to make a priority list.
But this matter needs to be discussed with his water clones and seek their opinions, so as to avoid the embarrassing incident of the previous clone rebellion.
Mason modified the drawing again, and after confirming that no details were missed, he leaned back in his chair and reached out with his hand. The black metal ball jumped from the bag into his palm.
This thing looks inconspicuous, similar to the golden apple and biological bait in Isu engineering, but the two are by no means the same thing.
Mason stared at it, and soon an information tag popped up:
Black Apple: Forbidden Secret
Quality: Origin Artifact/Cosmic Negative Pole·Unknown Craftsmanship
Effect:
Ask a question to the black apple that contains the mysteries of the universe, and it will give you a standard answer.
warn!
The Black Apple is forbidden knowledge about the origin of the universe. In order to obtain the answer, the questioner will be under terrible pressure and suffer unpredictable serious consequences.
warn!
Any life in the universe can ask questions to Black Apple, but each life has only one chance to get an answer in its lifetime, so please choose your questions carefully.
warn!
After obtaining the answer from the Black Apple, the item cannot be used by the same questioner again, and forced use will have serious consequences.
Producer: The Wall of Origin Sealed Land
Item Description: Brainiac asked Black Apple a great question, and ended up turning himself into a high-level paraplegic. Although this is also related to the fact that he acquired too much knowledge in a short period of time, you should refer to his fate before taking action.
The items in today's batch were unexpectedly serious, and even revealed a hint of worry, which was enough to make Mason alert to the items in his hands.
It may really know everything.
But acquiring knowledge always comes at a price.
To be honest, Mason really wanted to ask the black apple in his hand how to survive the impact.
But he finally resisted the urge. He had his own answer, and he didn't need to get a "standard answer" from somewhere else before proving that his answer was wrong.
"It is indeed a divine weapon, but the way it works is a little strange."
Mason sighed, picked up the black apple and placed it on the handle of his penguin umbrella. After the golden apple shattered, the handle of the umbrella had been bare and looked ugly, and the black apple was just the right size.
If Mason hadn't said it, who would have thought that he would use such a precious cosmic artifact to decorate his umbrella?
This is also a clever way of hiding.
"Shua"
The office door was pushed open, and Mason looked up to see Catwoman, wearing a classic tight outfit and ruby goggles, walking in with a dinner.
She pulled out a chair and sat opposite Mason with a smile, then handed the fragrant dinner in her hand to Mason. Then she raised her chin and looked at him in a very feminine way, as if she was going to watch him eat the dinner.
At this moment, Mason wondered if something strange had been added to the dinner?
"Just say whatever you want to say. This attitude always makes me a little uneasy."
Mason didn't move his knife and fork. He stared at Catwoman and said:
"Any new ideas? I heard that you and the master have been having a hot relationship recently. Miss Huazi told me that you go out with him on night patrols almost every night.
Maybe it's to persuade him not to be too stressed out?"
"It's not as passionate as you think. We are already an old married couple."
Catwoman pushed her goggles over her helmet, sighed, and flicked out her cat claws to play with them. She whispered:
"It's just that he's been tracking those Skrulls lately, which has taken up a lot of energy and is really stressful. I feel like Bruce is planning something in secret.
Just as you are preparing for the conflict that will eventually break out, he is also responding to threats and war in his own way.
And I'm sure he already knows about the old man and the clown aunt.
Although he has no evidence..."
Selina glanced at Mason, who was taking a sip of soup with a spoon, and said:
"When he's wandering around Gotham, he's always collecting clues, including the Penguin Gang and Two-Face. Although he doesn't say it, I know he's using his brain to try to catch the two people who are hiding around him and secretly protecting him.
It's exactly as you said, he enjoys the process of unraveling the mystery.
This may be his way of relieving stress in his spare time.”
“Isn’t this wonderful?”
Mason pretended to be stupid and said without even looking up:
"The master is playing games with his parents, and his girlfriend . The thing he has longed for all his life is right in front of him. As his lover, you should feel happy for him."
"But I'm bored to death!"
Selina finally told her purpose. She snorted and said:
“I thought I would enjoy his company, just like I used to follow him around the city at night, like a game of black cat and bat.
But it turns out that no one can go back.
The first week was interesting. I seemed to have found all my passion again, and even forced him to do some exciting things in the city that he shouldn't have done. But then things took a sharp turn, and repetitive boredom soon filled my entire life.
I was forever changed by another little man..."
Catwoman stretched out her voice, stretched out her sharp cat claws and stroked Mason's forehead. She said in a hoarse voice:
"He took me to more interesting places, showed me more exotic scenery, broadened my horizons, and gave me an 'ideal' that made me yearn for it, but guess what?
The little man who gave me everything then kicked me away and threw me back into the cat cage to continue playing the yarn ball game from my childhood.
He said he was protecting me.
But I felt more like he was looking down on me. Oh my, that’s how old ladies are. They lose all their charm and are looked down upon wherever they go.”
"You said you wanted to take a break."
Mason felt the sharp claws resting on his chin. He put the last mouthful of soup into his mouth, then wiped his mouth and said:
"Are you sure you can return to the team?"
"certainly."
Catwoman snorted and said:
"I need to go to different places more often, leaving Bruce more private space, so that he can think about our relationship, and give me some time to clear my mind..."
"Hey, we've been in contact for a while."
Mason wiped his mouth, glanced at the window inconspicuously, and said:
"I can see that you are not speaking from your heart. In fact, it is not the master who is wavering, but you, right? You want to escape from him again, just like the last time you escaped from the wedding he prepared for you.
You plan to use your cat claws once again to cruelly tear the heart of the man who loves you into pieces, just to resist an outcome that you and I both know you will eventually fall for."
"Oh, I can't hide it from my cute little brother Mason."
Catwoman pouted after the truth was revealed. She lay down on the table tiredly and scratched Mason's desk with her cat claws. She whispered in a voice that only the two of them could hear:
“I can’t stay any longer, Mason.
After being out and about for so long I thought my heart would be independent again, but when I returned to that fascinating man, I knew I was doomed.
The long separation did not cool down the feelings, but made them hide deeper, and when they erupted again it was enough to destroy all my sanity.
Do you remember I said I would only marry him when I got my first wrinkle?
Seven days ago, when I was staying overnight at Wayne Manor, he proposed to me, again, and this time I hesitated for a full thirty seconds before saying no…
Hell, he knew I was wavering.
If it happened again, I would probably convince myself to accept another life that once scared me, but now is not a good time to make a life contract..."
Selina looked up and said to Mason:
"So I convinced myself that when all this shit is over, and I help you destroy the Star Society, I will marry him without any burden."
"Uh... there's something I wanted to tell you just now."
Mason looked at Selina who was serious. He pointed out the window awkwardly and said:
"Bruce is there. He came in a minute ago. You might have been too lost in your own feelings to notice, but I didn't think of stopping you after you started talking about your feelings.
So he heard everything you just said."
"What are you afraid of? It's not like you can't listen!"
Catwoman snorted, stood up, strode to the window with a swaying waist, and pulled the master who was hiding outside in. The couple kissed each other in front of Mason who was enjoying dinner.
Alas, this is a twilight romance of middle-aged people. Is it really okay for you two to show such pure love?
"I'm leaving, Bruce."
Lady Cat pushed the old man away and stepped back to the Gate of the World. She turned the handle and waved her hand, saying:
"This will be my last adventure. When I come back next time, you'd better prepare a more formal proposal gift. Don't use the damn ring anymore. It's too old-fashioned."
"I'll wait for you to come back."
Batman said affectionately in his signature hoarse voice:
"The arrangements for the last wedding have been hidden in the Bat Cave. They are always there whenever you need them..."
Before he could finish his words, Catwoman blew him a kiss with a sly smile, then leaped into the World Gate as nimbly as a cat and disappeared.
"You should have stopped her when she set that terrible flag."
Mason, who was leaning back in his chair watching the fun, put a strawberry into his mouth and said to the master:
"Usually, saying something like this at parting would mean terrible consequences, but don't worry, as honorary Robin, I will take good care of my sister Catwoman.
I promise to bring you a healthy and fit Selina."
"I knew you would do this, so I let her leave without worry."
The master turned around with his cloak puffed up, looked at Mason seriously, and said:
"That's not why I came here tonight. Something happened, Mason! Pack your bags immediately and come with me to Kansas. Grayson, John Wick, and Barry have already rushed over.
We need to act stealthily and not alert others."
" Um?"
Mason was stunned when he heard the place name, then he stood up and said:
"Something happened to Dachao?"
"His signal disappeared fifteen minutes ago."
The master said:
"The signal from Jonathan Kent Jr. also disappeared. I suspect it was the 'super spy' you mentioned earlier. Unfortunately, I was unable to find it before it took action."
“It’s not your fault. Their action patterns are extremely secretive even among the Skrulls. No one can predict them. But the good news is that their master is dead.
Now they have new owners, so this incident may not be a bad thing.”
Mason took his magic suitcase from his bag and said to the master:
"Let's go, set off immediately."
