Volume 8: The Fourth Impact Chapter 32: The Black of Decay was not found, can the Black Lantern Ring be used as a makeshift?
"Is that speed bomb you were talking about real?"
After watching the silent Reverse Flash walk out of Mason's office obediently, Little Flash asked in a low voice:
"You're not such a vicious person, so were you lying to him just now?"
"After I successfully replicated the Predators' proton bombs for cleanup, I also hoped I was fooling him."
Mason gave the kind little Flash a gentle smile and said:
"But the fact is..."
"Shit! How did this thing start on its own? I swear I just touched it by accident, damn it! Mason, stop it!"
Before the captain could finish his words, there was a . Under the wide-eyed gaze of Little Flash, Mason tapped on his watch to pause the fifteen-second countdown of the proton bomb.
He sighed and said:
“I told him not to touch things he doesn’t understand. Some idiots just can’t control their hands. With his understanding of engineering, he probably can’t even open the shell of the bomb.
Don't be afraid, Barry, although this is also my newly upgraded 'anti-speedster tactic', I will not use it on you."
"I'm sure you're not trying to scare me, but this is a little too scary."
Xiao Shan felt his body was hairy, and he whispered to Mason:
"You know, you're becoming more and more imposing. Although it makes people feel at ease, it can also make people feel scared sometimes. I think you should pay more attention to this aspect.
Just like Bruce always says that as a superhero there is a line you can’t cross…”
"Blah blah blah."
Mason squinted his eyes and made a strange noise, interrupting Barry's sermon, and put his hand on his shoulder and complained:
"How many years older are you than me? Barry, don't listen to the old men's sermons. I'm Robin, and I know the Bat Code much better than you do.
how?
Is the Flash tired of being the Flash and ready to steal jobs from us second-tier heroes?"
"You can joke around all you want, but you know what I'm saying is right."
Little Flash snorted, said goodbye to Mason and went to play . After he left, the captain shook his head and looked at the group of Mason water clones who were still busy in the laboratory in front of him.
He drank the refreshing tea in his hand and said:
"That line has been crossed a long time ago. Maybe everyone should be glad that I'm a pacifist. Oh, I'm going to retire on the spot after I finish this mess. If I keep doing this, I'll go crazy sooner or later.
I dreamt last night that my hair was starting to fall out, it was scary.”
He complained, preparing to step forward to pick up his engineering wrench and join the busy mechanical transformation in front of him to fulfill his duties as a craftsman.
But as soon as I stood up, I felt something in my bag vibrate violently.
Mason's expression changed slightly, and he hurriedly took out the vibrating thing, and found that it was the "fish tank" that stored the uncle-swallowing energy of the 2149 universe.
This was the Devourer of Worlds taking the initiative to contact Mason, which gave Mason a headache.
He also has the identity of "Star Devourer".
Needless to say, the scene before his eyes was that the invincible Uncle Tun came to check on his subordinates to see if they had performed their duties conscientiously as instructed by Lord Tunxing.
Mason wanted to go to another place to have a cross-dimensional conversation with his nominal superior, so he continued to reorganize the water and entered the underground area of Osborne Tower, and randomly found an empty room and placed the fish tank on the table.
The next moment, Uncle Tun's figure appeared before him in the form of astral projection.
The brilliant purple light was still shining, blocking any view of the face, and along with it appeared the mighty pressure of a cosmic deity.
"You haven't used my energy yet, why?"
Uncle Tun said in a low voice:
"Are you resisting this gift? Mason Cooper, are you worried about being controlled by me?"
"No, invincible Uncle Tun, please don't speculate about your loyal messenger so casually. It will make me feel that I am not trusted and will hurt my work enthusiasm."
Mason explained seriously:
"I don't use your energy simply because I am not a fighter, and I have found ways to use it better from a craftsman's perspective.
As you can see, I prefer to use external tools to maximize energy rather than just brute force to crush everything myself.”
He took out a replica of the Ultimate Eraser lighter.
Under Uncle Tun's interdimensional gaze, he used a portable energy probe to take out a ball of concentrated cosmic power and put it into the lighter in the same way he had done before.
This kind of thing is always easier the second time than the first time, so soon another brand new disposable ultimate eraser emitted a purple fluorescence in Mason's hand.
As he pulled the trigger, a purple flame jumped out in front of his eyes and helped Mason light the cigarette.
"Like it or not, this is how we craftsmen fight."
Smoke rose, and the captain played with the dangerous silver-gray object in his hand and said to Uncle Tun:
“This is just an attempt. Next, I plan to use the energy you bestowed on my armor, weapons, and various creations to demonstrate your omnipotence.
But I think that you are definitely not risking being discovered by Mephisto to contact me to ask me why I don't act according to your ideas. Your time is precious.
So, let's skip this irrelevant topic and give your will. I will fulfill my duties as the messenger of Galactus."
"The black of decay! I have been waiting for a long time."
Uncle Tun didn't know whether he really didn't notice Mason's worry and evasion, or he didn't care about it. He changed the subject and said:
"Death needs more power samples to put my dead plane back on track, and you promised to bring her more. The zombie team members you sent out have been exploring everywhere in my plane, and I allowed them to take various precious things scattered everywhere.
However, I haven’t seen any feedback from you, which makes me doubt whether you are fulfilling your obligations in this cooperation. ”
"I can explain that."
Mason responded again very seriously:
“I just finished a world exploration and used your power to defeat the villains who sealed you away, but I don’t have more time to stay in the world where the root power may exist.
The Fourth Impact is coming. Beings like you are naturally not afraid of such things, but we, like ants, always have to think about the future.
However, although I did not find the Black of Decay in that world, I unexpectedly saw a sample of another kind of death power, which is a symbolic death concept called the 'Black Death Emperor', which exists in that world in the form of a ring.
I can confirm that it still exists in the material world over there in a physical form, and if you need it, I can immediately send a sample of it to your dimension."
"Death is the symbol of the end of all things. She is interested in all unique samples of the power of death. Go get it immediately!"
Uncle Tun gave an instruction without giving Mason a chance to refuse. The purple light in front of him quickly became silent, but did not dissipate, as if he intended to stay here to "supervise" Mason to complete this task.
"As you command, sir. I will leave at once."
Mason stood up and replied respectfully. He was already deep in thought when he held the fish tank-shaped mechanical device that could communicate with Galactus in his arms and walked out of the room.
Although Uncle Tun tried hard to maintain His dignity, the urgency in his words could no longer be concealed. There must have been some changes in the universe 2149 that made Him, as a cosmic god, anxious.
It shouldn't be a shock.
The plane blocked by the World Gate itself is equivalent to being isolated outside the parallel world system by an enhanced Aurora device. Before the plane where the World Gate itself is located is destroyed, Uncle Tun's plane will not be affected, so it should be some deeper changes that were perceived by this down-and-out cosmic god.
But what is it?
With such doubts, Mason sent the current situation to his two team members in the lord's world in the form of information, asking them to contact the Lords of Justice first.
Then, while White Wally opened the speed force channel to the Lord's world, Mason took the time to contact the Zombie K Team.
After the World War, that special team was sent by Mason to the zombie plane to find the sealing point of the World Gate. This was a very important but not very urgent task.
The captain originally didn't intend to put pressure on them, but now it seems that perhaps some communication is necessary.
These zombies are the eyes that Mason sent into the 2149th dimension. He believes that he can obtain first-hand information from these team members.
"Shua"
Professor McGonagall's optical projection appeared in front of Mason. The great wizard was the liaison officer of the zombie team K. Without Mason asking, she took the initiative to report:
"We have just arrived at the divine domain of Asgard and met with the current owner of this place, Hela. According to her speculation and explanation, the location of the World Gate in this world is likely to exist in a certain dimension attached to the Earth. Our next plan is to reach Midgard through the Rainbow Bridge.
The good news is that we have collected a lot of scattered items during our previous trips, which will definitely interest you."
"I heard from Uncle Tun that you guys had a great harvest."
Mason said:
"But let's put this matter aside for now. You have to come back. There are some things I need to ask you in person, about some details that maybe only you or Wanda can perceive."
"no problem."
Professor McGonagall replied:
"Wanda used chaos magic to mark the landing point. We can return at any time and bring back the precious things on me to you. I think you will definitely need them.
In addition, Mason, the black power of decay in us is being identified and replicated by Lady Death, and this plane that has died under the influence of the zombie virus is being 'resurrected'.
Those confused guys have been given new thinking just like us. Two days ago, I witnessed with my own eyes the collective revival of the Nova Corps on Xandar.
An oversized corrupt nation is about to be born before our eyes.
It’s hard to say whether this is a good thing or a bad thing, but I always feel like Lady Death and Galactus are trying something dangerous.”
"I sensed this as well. They didn't even hide their urgency. It was as if I was about to set out to find something that the big shots wanted, in order to please them and save me from punishment."
Mason glanced at the Speed Force rift that had opened in front of him, and said to Professor McGonagall:
"I will notify you to return after the quantum tunnel has recalibrated its position. Don't tell anyone else about this for now. You can come back alone. It won't take too long."
"Okay, I wrote a diary to record my itinerary over the past few days. Let me prepare and summarize the key points."
The witch responded and then gracefully cut off the communication. Mason also stepped into the speed force rift in front of him with Uncle Tun's fish tank, and stood on the territory of the Lords of Justice a few seconds later.
Wally opened this "portal" in Gotham. When Mason walked out and looked up, he saw Damian in Robin costume leaning against the antenna on the edge of the building with an unhappy look on his face, and next to him stood the old man dressed as the Gray Bat.
Looking at the father and son, it is clear that the old man’s disguise in this world could not be hidden from Damian.
"You want a black light ring?"
The Lord of Justice in this world didn't waste any time. He asked directly:
"Why?"
“Because of this.”
Mason patted the fish tank in his hand that was flashing with cosmic light. He took some time to explain to the master the mission of the 2149 universe and the zombie K team. The master frowned as he listened.
He summarized the key points and asked:
"You mean, you are looking for another secret way to directly kill into Mephisto's lair and carry out a decapitation attack on Lord Fate, and you have reached a critical point in advancing this plan alone?"
"Yes, I was going to tell you later."
Mason whispered:
“But Uncle Tun seems to be unable to wait.
I now need to send the Black Lantern Ring into that dimension to stabilize Him. This secret route leading directly to Mephisto's 'boudoir' is very important for our subsequent decisive battle. We cannot draw a clear line with Him now."
"I will contact the other Lords of Justice immediately."
The master nodded, and then warned:
"But the Black Lantern Ring cannot exist alone. If you want to send it over, you must send it with the user. Considering that the current owner of the Black Lantern Ring in this world was once a member of the Justice Lords, it is not easy to convince the Lord Superman."
"I've already prepared a statement."
Mason touched the energy device in his arms and said:
“But I think the person who needs to be convinced the most is not Lord Superman, but John Stewart, who currently controls the power of the Black Death Emperor. Although he wears the Black Lantern Ring, he has not lost his reason and thinking.
It is up to him to decide whether to go to that unique plane of death.
So before you notify Lord Superman, I need to speak with the leader of the Black Lantern Corps.
Just me and him, just the two of us talking.”
"I can send you to the Black Lantern Corps' base, but I can't guarantee whether you can meet him."
The master spoke in the tone of a gray bat, and a few minutes later, an advanced bat fighter piloted by Damian carried Mason to somewhere in the lord's world.
"How is your life with Xiao Qiao in this world?"
In the cabin, Mason asked:
"Why do you look so depressed? Who bullied you?"
"That idiot Xiao Qiao! He knows that the Lord Superman of this world is not his father, but he still follows him everywhere. I almost doubt whether that guy is going to betray me."
Damian complained:
"He sees Superman as a mentor and starts to buy into the Justice Lords' theory of damned order.
I don't need to care about these things. It doesn't matter to me who that soft-hearted idiot learns from, but he is my team member after all, and I have to take responsibility for him.
You have to transfer him back!
Before he was completely affected.”
"You should learn more and see more at your age. I also believe that Xiao Qiao has his own judgment. After he is familiar with the difference between Lord Superman and his father, he will start to think about his future path."
Mason shook his head and rejected Damian's proposal. He said to the little lunatic who was worried about his friend but was too proud to speak directly:
“This is an opportunity for you as well.
I think you've realized that your father is planning to retire, and it's time for you to think about how you're going to advance your career if you become Batman."
"I once wanted to be him, but I've realized it's time to give up that immature idea."
Damian accelerated in the night sky in the Batfighter and said to Mason bluntly:
"There are people who want to inherit the mantle of Batman, just like you have stepped out of the great shadow of Batman, I also want to start my own business."
"Oh? So what are you going to do?"
Mason asked with great interest:
"There's always a plan for this kind of thing, right?"
"Yes, didn't you say that you are only responsible for breaking this desperate dark age? As for what kind of powerful guys will appear on the stage after the next era arrives, it has nothing to do with you, right?"
Damian snorted and said:
"After you finish your mission, it's my turn!
I am not as open-minded as you. I don't want the fruits of our hard-earned victory to be snatched away by some bored and ambitious people."
"So, you want to be 'Old K' too?"
Mason quipped:
"How about I hold a ceremony to pass on this title to you after I finish my work?"
“Who wants your second-hand goods?”
The little madman said disdainfully:
"After Team K is disbanded, I will start from scratch, just like you create your own legend. Just wait and see! The name of the next era will be Robin... Ugh!
I mean, Damian!"
