The whole world was eating melon, which lasted for a whole week.
At the beginning, under the leadership of Mayor Quinn, the cleanup work went smoothly.
But as they went deeper into Arkham Island, or in other words, closer and closer to Indian Mountain, the monsters they encountered became more powerful.
Not only is it powerful, it's also extremely weird.
For example, the invisible man.
A sudden killing spree among the crowd caused heavy casualties to the GCPD.
For example, powerful telekinesis attacks.
Even the enemy didn't see it. A giant wall of air ten meters long and wide suddenly fell from the sky, like the palm of a Tathagata, and smashed more than a dozen arresters in the area into a pulp.
There are cracks on the cement floor.
For example, lightning, venom, fire, fog and other attacks.
Several of the armors of the 'Mayor Man' were broken, and the others were even more miserable.
In the end, the Pentagon reached out to help and shipped a batch of "super protective suits" from DC's top Red Room Laboratory (the birthplace of Cyborg) - specially invented for supernatural attacks.
Another example is aliens.
It completely loses its human form and turns into a lump of mud, making it difficult for people to defend against it. Moreover, the Mud Man is completely immune to physical damage and cannot be killed by bombs.
Harley had to retreat temporarily with her team.
She is also a little afraid of the Clay Man, because his attack method is too disgusting. He turns into flying yellow slime, wraps the enemy, and burrows into his mouth and nostrils...
...
Mayor Quinn led the people of Gotham to eliminate the demons and conquer Arkham Island, which was broadcast live on countless television stations.
The plot is full of ups and downs, with twists and turns, ranging from the joy of making great progress to the depression of encountering terrifying enemies.
There are monsters with strange shapes and strange abilities.
There are also human strategies that work together, are full of wisdom, and ultimately defeat the enemy...
For seven days, people around the world paid more and more attention, and the ratings set new records every day.
Finally, when Mayor Quinn led a bloody search team to find the door of the Indian Mountain underground laboratory, the mystery was solved and the climax came.
"Oh my god, it's actually a biochemical laboratory!"
Audiences from all over the world in front of the TV were extremely excited.
"Looking at the age of this building, the laboratory has existed for at least several decades. God, the Americans have been using living people for human experiments, and they still have the nerve to wave the 'human rights' stick internationally?"
"But we also have to admit that the biotechnology of Americans is really advanced.
How could such a powerful monster be created in a laboratory, even more evil than the devil.
If their experiment is successful and they get a group of cybernetic warriors... Oh my god, the Americans want to rule the earth!"
"Hey, look, that's the standard of Wayne Group! Damn it, I understand, Wayne Biolab broke its promise and is still researching the U·R·big·fool virus!"
"It seems that in the last Gotham Cathedral incident, the experts did not lie. Archbishop Marvin's transformation into a demon had nothing to do with demon blood, but drinking biological agents from Wayne's laboratory.
Just looking at this effect, the U·R·big·fool virus seems to be stronger than the 'T-virus' from Resident Evil. If the side effects weren't too strong, I really want to get one and try it..."
...
In the United States, mayors and governors have great power. They can treat the president and Congress as if they are airless without violating the constitution.
For example, the real-life feud between the mayor of New York and the emperor of Sichuan.
This time, Hallie rejected Lowry's suggestion to keep a low profile and prevaricate the public, and even threw the Pentagon's emergency paperwork into the trash.
The entire process was open and transparent, without any concealment, and foreign reporters were even allowed to participate in the live news broadcast.
After entering the underground laboratory, Harley only sealed off a few core areas.
Other rooms are open for reporters to visit and take pictures at will.
Therefore, the Indian Mountain biochemical accident was very big and exposed very thoroughly.
The evidence is conclusive and neither the Wayne Group nor the US government can deny it.
Bruce took the lead in holding a press conference and said with a serious expression: "I am a minor, have not joined the board of directors, and cannot make company decisions...
I have many reasons to defend myself.
But sin is sin, and any illegal or criminal behavior is inexcusable.
Wayne Group will bear due responsibility for this Indian Mountain biochemical experiment subject riot.
At the same time, as the heir to the Wayne Group, I declare that all Wayne properties are willing to accept a thorough investigation by Mayor Quinn and relevant departments."
Bruce was so responsible that Harry felt a little ashamed, so she called him to her office that afternoon and told him the truth.
"You have destroyed the Court of Owls? When did you find them? Why didn't you notify me?
We had an agreement to share information and deal with the court together. They killed my parents..."
He looked shocked, and also showed a sense of loss that he had lost his goal.
"If I come to you, what are you going to do with them?" Harley asked.
"I will take revenge!" Bruce blurted out.
"Can you kill someone?" Harley sneered.
"I..." Bruce hesitated.
Harley sighed: "Let me tell you, what will you do...First, you will ask them a series of questions with a face full of grievance and anger.
Questions about why you wanted to murder your parents.
They will taunt you for a few words, and then you raise your fists, then slump down and say to me - send them to the police station and accept legal sanctions."
"I——" Bruce was speechless.
"Bruce, you are like a child, but I will not play house with you.
I told you a long time ago that there is an evil god behind the Court of Owls.
You have no idea about evil gods at all, you don’t pay attention to them, and you don’t have the ability to pay attention to them.
But the evil god is far more important and terrifying than the court itself.
To deal with the court, you have to consider Him.
This is far beyond your ability and knowledge.
The only reason I don't let you play is because you can't afford it." Harley said rudely.
Bruce's expression changed, and he said stubbornly: "I want to hear your clever tricks."
Harry smiled proudly and said, "There is an exorcism technique called 'Control the big ghost and drive out the little ghost'.
Although a friend of mine got away with it and ended up in Arkham Asylum, this line of thinking is not wrong.
I only know that the evil owl god is very powerful, but I know nothing about his identity, origin and abilities.
But it doesn't matter, Satan, the Lord of Hell, is also very powerful.
I sacrifice all the owls to Satan, and the evil god will definitely fight against Satan for the souls of his followers.
Satan could not refuse the sacrifice he received, and he could not compromise.
So, two bastards were fighting and tearing the multiverse apart, but I was enjoying myself, putting my hands on my hips, and laughing.
You don’t even dare to think about this kind of method, right? Hahaha..."
Speaking of her pride, Harley couldn't help but grin again.
Bruce was not shocked at the scene, but showed a look of confusion and doubt, "Why fight to the death for the souls of believers?
Is the Satan you are talking about the legendary demon king of hell?
Is He so easy to communicate with?
Moreover, tearing the multiverse apart is too exaggerated, isn’t it?”
"So, if you can't even understand, how can I play with you?" Harley said angrily.
"I don't understand it now, but you can explain." Bruce said.
Harry patiently recounted his thoughts and some magical knowledge in detail, and finally said: "I'm telling you this, I just hope you can understand that I made the best choice.
Many times and in many situations, human laws and ethics do not apply.
You don't kill people, you don't break the law. This is barely feasible in Gotham and on Earth when faced with ordinary criminals.
But wouldn’t it be ridiculous for you to talk about law and human morality to the dark demon outside the universe?”
Bruce was silent.
After a long while, he sighed: "Although I still don't agree with all your views.
For example, laws and morals do not need to apply to others.
They are the guideline that restrains oneself from going down the path of sin.
But I have to admit now that your courage and strategy in playing with two supreme beings has opened my eyes, I am shocked, and I admire you very much."
Harley smiled contentedly.
Isn’t it just to let ‘Baitman’ understand how awesome she is by explaining so much?
I can’t understand how to shout ‘666’?
The next day, the housekeeper Ah Fu came to her with a letter and a anxious expression.
"Miss Quinn, something bad has happened, Master Xiaobu has run away from home!" he shouted.
When Harry took the letter and read it, his expression became very strange.
The letter is very long, some of it is about Ah Fu, and some of it is written specifically to her.
It mainly records two things.
First of all, the court matter has been resolved, the parents' feud has been settled, and the cause of the parents' murder - the Indian Mountain Biochemical Experiment has also been exposed.
At the same time, Mayor Quinn begins an investigation into Wayne Group...
Now, except for a few friends in Gotham, he has no worries and no direction in life.
He didn't want to remain confused.
He wants to take off the coat of 'Prince of Gotham' and find his 'real self'.
In Gotham, even if he was wandering on the streets, Alfred would be watching from a distance with dozens of bodyguards.
That's not what he wants.
This time he wants to go further.
At the same time, he is also full of hope to go to the Great Celestial Empire to learn good martial arts and completely get rid of "incompetence" and "cowardice".
The second thing is Bruce's arrangements for Wayne Enterprises.
He asked Afu to be his full agent and cooperate with Harley to complete the Wayne Enterprises investigation, Indian Mountain punishment and compensation and other matters.
In addition, he left a message to Harley, hoping that she would stick to her heart and not get lost in power and desire.
Bruce doesn't just talk the talk either.
He currently has no control over Wayne Enterprises' decisions.
But he can use his private wealth to participate in Harley's "Gotham Reconstruction" plan.
...
"Bruce goes out to study, isn't it a bad thing?" Harley put down the letter and said calmly.
"Miss Quinn, he won't turn 19 until February next year, he's not yet an adult yet!" the housekeeper said excitedly.
"Well, it's indeed two or three years early..."
Harley vaguely remembered that Bruce in the movie only left home and wandered as an adult.
"It's not a question of whether it's early or not. The young master is the heir to the Wayne Group. He should go to college, date a girlfriend, start a family, and start a business. What kind of art should he learn!" lamented the housekeeper.
"Does Selena know?" Harley asked.
"Maybe you know, Miss Selina spent the night at Wayne Manor last night..." the butler said with an unnatural expression.
Harley didn't react at all. Bruce and Kitty were both very young, so it was normal for something to happen.
"Now that the matter has come to this, what do you want to do when you come to me?"
"Didn't the young master get a list of martial arts masters from you before he went to heaven to become a disciple? I was wondering if I could follow the map and find him," Ah Fu said.
"Is it the one left by Ms. Siwa? You also know the content and can check it yourself."
"I'm not familiar with martial arts masters, much less than you are."
Harley pondered and said: "Afu, you and I have different opinions. There is nothing wrong with letting him become the person he wants to be. At least he has a direction in his life."
"But he is not yet an adult and his thinking is immature."
Harry said calmly: "I am two years younger than him, so I will still be the mayor of all of you.
During the Indian Mountain Incident, media from all over the world praised me as ‘capable, steady, outstanding, and a genius’.”
Afu said dullly: "I heard that you stuffed red envelopes for reporters, at least gave out a lot of small gifts..."