Chapter 692 59. The end of the lonely journey
When Mason said that Team K was disbanded, there was silence in the entire box.
There was no cheering or screaming, as if the captain was announcing bad news instead of good news.
Everyone looked at each other in shock. Although they all knew that this day was coming, they did not expect that Mason would announce the news simply and neatly during the carnival after the war.
There is even a sense of impatience and even final relief.
Hey, isn't this right?
You can't just disband just because you want, you have to let everyone get used to it first.
"I disagree!"
The one who reacted most violently was not the old team members, but Damian. Today, the little lunatic showed up dressed up, wearing a black suit that was both handsome and evil. He also used hairspray to comb his hair into an adult look.
At this moment, he placed the juice in his hand heavily on the table, stood up and choked to Mason:
"The mission and work of Team K are not yet completed! We killed Mephisto, but that was only the collapse of the Star Council. Old A and his Hope Council are still there, and those bastards are still in the Dark Land. Whispers are planning to bury us!
They are not dead yet, and the culprit who caused all this terrible situation is still at large. The rescue is over, but the reckoning and revenge have just begun!
How can we, as stalkers, give up halfway?
That's not just your goal!
Mason, that’s ours too. Team K belongs to everyone. Even though you are the captain, you can’t do this.”
"Old A is dead."
Mason saw the little madman getting more and more excited as he spoke, so he revealed the answer.
He looked at the astonished Damian and then looked at the others, and said in a gentle tone:
"I got first-hand information that Old A shot himself in the despair we brought him. His mind was overwhelmed by fear and defeated by himself like every enemy of Batman.
The last enemy of Team K is dead, and our combat mission is over.
In fact, I wanted to wait a few days to announce the news, but when I saw everyone enjoying the happiness of their lives, I suddenly realized that there was no need to delay this kind of thing.
Our last battle is over.
We will no longer be just rebellious members of the Society of the Stars, we will regain our freedom, and like everyone else out there who is partying, we have thrown off our shackles and have the power to freely choose our future.
As the captain, I should no longer interfere with your choices in life for any reason. ”
"But but."
"Opponent" Damian's biggest reason disappeared, leaving him speechless for a moment, but soon, the little lunatic thought of another point of view. He waved his hand and said:
"Although Old A is dead, God Lord Doom is still there, isn't he? That bastard is also the doomsday executioner with his hands stained with blood. He is also the evil enemy that Team K must eradicate.
So we still have a reason to continue fighting, and Team K also has a reason to continue to exist!
right!
Yes, that’s it! This fighting organization must continue to exist! ”
"Well, I think what you want to say is 'excuse'. That thing and reason are two completely different concepts."
Mason glanced at him, took a sip of the champagne in his hand, and said slowly:
"Damian, not everyone is like you and must have a clear enemy to know how to arrange your life when you wake up tomorrow morning. I can understand your little fighting maniac's sense of belonging to Team K. In fact, , I feel flattered by your reaction.
But the fact is, we have fought too many battles.
Except for you who enjoy fighting, others are already eager to get a rest and adjust their own rhythm of life in order to return to a normal life.
Dragging your companions to continue fighting just because of your own desires shouldn't be a heroic act, right? ”
The captain looked at the others, and he received looks of approval one after another. Finally, he raised the wine glass in his hand to Damian and said softly:
"Battles, wars, fighting, and death, these things never make people feel happy. They are only means to achieve goals and cannot be regarded as the purpose of action.
I know that there is an uncompromising warrior standing in your heart, but maybe you should stop appropriately, loosen the handle of the knife and use your own hands to grasp something more important to your life.
Power without enough willpower is just a flower in the mirror. You and everyone should understand this better along the way.
Of course, it was just my K team that was disbanded. ”
Mason put down his glass, shrugged, winked at the little madman and said:
"Do you still remember the life plan you told me before? I will not stop you from completing your little idea, just like you can't stop me from disbanding the ace team I personally formed.
Or are you, a proud guy, really planning to inherit an organization that doesn't belong to you? Shouldn't you find a new partner yourself?
So, deal? ”
"Huh, you're just trying to trick me."
Damian rolled his eyes, clearly agreeing but still stiffly folding his arms and pouting:
"But you have taken away all the fun. What great achievements can I make in a peaceful and boring era? Should I stay in Gotham and continue to fight against those scumbag criminals?
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I have spread my wings and soared into the sky, but you let me return to the form of a free-range chicken and crawl on the earth. ”
"Smelly boy."
Ertong next to him put down his wine glass unhappily and scolded:
"I think you deserve a beating! Have you forgotten what your grandpa taught you? If you can't accept mediocrity, you are also not qualified to enjoy greatness!"
"I'm not afraid of you anymore, Jason, stop threatening me with your fists!"
Damian roared at the second bucket like a fighting cock.
As a result, the next second, Little Raven and Little Morgan were holding one hand and forcing them back to the sofa. However, they still stared provocatively at Er Tong opposite, apparently wanting to have a fight to cheer everyone up. .
However, in this episode, Damian did express the thoughts of some members of Team K. As the little lunatic said, not everyone is willing to return to a peaceful or even mediocre life after experiencing something wonderful.
Mason keenly discovered this emotion, he said:
"Old Norman is discussing with the managers of other worlds to establish the prototype of the future order. Apart from the knowledge of the several worlds that we fought side by side against the impact, the next impact and even the world that will be merged after that are all a mystery to us.
Conflicts will continue, and that is not a matter of our will.
The arrival of peace still requires the hard work of many determined people, so if you are interested, you can sign up with Old Norman.
He wants to form a 'peacekeeping force' that can operate across the world and name it 'Children of the Future'.
He promised me that this would not be the next Constellation or Conqueror, but frankly, I don’t quite trust the old Green Goblin’s integrity in this regard”
"Ha, got it!"
Damian, who had looked unhappy just now, suddenly understood.
The little lunatic became excited again, and even turned to wink at Xiao Qiao, as if he was planning to lure his best "sandbag" to go with him.
The fact is, as Mason said, Damian is not angry about the disbandment of Team K.
He just wanted to find a new target, a new enemy.
Gee, what a naughty kid who has lost the focus of his life. He doesn't seem to realize that the really important things are right next to him, but considering that he is only thirteen years old, he can't be too harsh.
After finishing talking about the business, Mason sat among the team members and participated in their conversation skillfully, making the atmosphere relaxed again.
Especially after Harley drank a bottle of wine, jumped on the table and grabbed the steel pipe that tortured Blue Beetle, the atmosphere in the entire box suddenly became hot and joyful.
The impression of professional gymnasts dancing is naturally beyond the reach of non-professionals, especially when the drunk Harley jumped up from the air and jumped onto Mason's shoulders with a super difficult move, which immediately attracted a group of people. screamed.
The little cutie is also very happy today. Her Mr. K finally no longer needs to devote his energy to other boring things.
Mason was finally just hers.
"How are you? Are you okay?"
After the scene of passionate kissing in public came to an end, the captain hugged his drunken cutie who was already talking nonsense and turned to look at Zod beside him. The injury on the latter's body could not be hidden from Mason, a master of first aid, and even in the midst of the carnival , this son of Krypton also maintains a very calm and reserved attitude.
He just sat in his seat, watching other people enjoying and relaxing with a smile, and for him, witnessing such happiness seemed to be a kind of relaxation.
Facing Mason's inquiry, Zod curled his lips and whispered:
"My wrist is broken, my spine is contusioned, my left eye is a little blind, and my head is buzzing. I don't dare to stand up now for fear of vomiting.
I finally understand why Clark disappears for a period of time after every outburst. The uncertainty of this 'ideal' power is indeed a bit scary for the oppression of the body.
If I could crush the Death God's body with one punch like Clark, the pressure exerted on my body by that force alone would be enough to kill me.
That would make me the first Kryptonian ever to get himself killed.
Perhaps this can also be regarded as a new breakthrough in pattern suicide. ”
"You know that's not what I'm asking you."
Mason created some pure water and gave it to Harley, who was moaning in his arms, to drink it, asking her to wake up and stop unbuttoning her buttons here, and then said to Zod:
"I'm asking about the feeling after learning the secret of Kryptonian power, that feeling of omnipotence."
"It's okay."
Zod recalled his feelings on the battlefield, and he turned back to Mason and said:
"It's actually not as powerful as I imagined.
But it is indeed a novel experience to place the strength of my strength on my will. The quality of my body can no longer limit my destructive power. It is like unlocking a lock that allows my future to expand infinitely.
But I finally made the vow.
From now on, my life will revolve around this focus. I am not as great as Clark and want to protect all the beauty. This is destined to never reach his height.
But.”
He paused and turned to look at Kara, who was drinking cocktails one by one with Quinn, with a self-explanatory smile on her calm and thin face.
Bizarro, who was next to him, came over with a weird smile on his zombie-like gray face. He raised his hands and moved his thumbs around, and whispered to Mason:
"The little weakling Zod and the ugly Kara were hiding in the hospital room and kissing."
"Hey, this can't be said!"
Zod picked up the wine glass and stuffed it into Bizarro's hand, then grabbed an apple and blocked his mouth, but when he turned around, the captain had disappeared, and the drunk Harley was also taken away.
Just like the classic scene when Batman disappears, people are always chatting and disappearing.
But Zod was used to it.
He shrugged and got himself a drink.
But the captain didn't actually intend to disappear suddenly. It was just that Harley drank too much and caused her stomach discomfort. At this moment, Mason was waiting outside the women's bathroom, listening to his little cutie tumbling inside.
He sighed and took out a handful of herbs from his bag. Under the flashing red light of the forging array, a bottle of potion for relieving stomach discomfort and relieving hangover was made.
But when Mason had just finished making the potion, he suddenly saw a familiar figure walking up the external stairs to the rooftop while looking around.
The guy's temperament was incompatible with the carnival bar, just like human joys and sorrows were incompatible. On this night when everyone had enough reasons to be happy, he still chose to be alone.
Brother A came to the rooftop of the bar in the dark.
He stood here looking ahead.
Because the Afterlife Bar was placed in a twisted space, he couldn't see the entire night view of Gotham City, but the less brilliant lights were not a bad thing.
At least it won't obscure the twinkling stars above.
Mercer opened his sleeve and glanced at his left arm.
The dissipation of that devil tattoo means that he has become a truly free man, but just as the little lunatic is unwilling to accept the disbandment of Team K, this release is not a pleasure and enjoyment for everyone.
For a unique life whose own life has passed away long ago and whose future will change without any reason, it is not easy to find the focus of life again in an uncertain life.
"I'm afraid you'll fall if you go any further. Under circumstances like tonight, you will definitely cause trouble."
Mason's voice came from behind and didn't make Brother A look back. He maintained his cool-guy attitude with his hands in his pockets and said in his signature indifferent voice:
"There is so much happiness waiting for you. There is no need to come here and say a few words to a dull person like me. It will make you feel bad.
Not worth it. ”
"If you are just chatting, then you are indeed not a good partner."
Mason helped Harry, who was recovering from a hangover and still a little dizzy in his arms, snorted and said:
"But if it's a farewell, that's another matter. You have made up your mind to complete your last work, right? At this dawn moment when everyone is free, you will also generously give yourself freedom.
Although that means you will die forever. ”
"Alex Mercer is long dead."
Brother A did not answer yes or no. He looked down at his hands and said softly:
"He was already dead when he was hit by that bullet. I was just a monster born from that body, and was given a heavy responsibility that should not be borne by me.
I have also avoided that ending and tried to find the meaning of my existence.
But then I discovered that this is the meaning of my existence!
I must die.
A world can be reborn.
In an era of chaos, a fragile world and civilization cannot withstand the evil that comes one after another, so I must carry my world forward to the right moment.
I feel like it’s a good time right now. ”
He looked back at Mason and said:
"Although the seed of the future paved by you has not yet reached the time to blossom and bear fruit, it has become fertile soil. If I plant this seed of life, the most beautiful flowers will bloom tomorrow.
Are you going to stop me this time? Mason. ”
Harley sobered up a bit, and when she saw Brother A, she realized that this bastard was going to talk to Sweetheart about something serious. This made Harley, who had already planned to do whatever he wanted to do to Sweetheart after the reception, quite dissatisfied.
But she also knew Brother A's life and the mission he shouldered, which were things that could not be blasphemed to anyone with a conscience.
At this moment, she obediently kissed Mason on the cheek, whispered a few words in his ear, and then slapped Mason's butt hard like a female gangster, and then whistled and staggered back. She continued to enjoy her favorite pleasure in the box.
Only Mason is left here to accompany Brother A through the last journey of this uncertain life.
"No, I don't intend to do that."
Mason stepped forward and stood with Brother A, looking at the night scenery in front of him. It was already dawn but it was also the darkest moment of the day.
He said:
"Everyone who knows your story is shocked by how decisive and sacrificial you were in saving the world at the last moment, but few pay attention to your feelings that carry it all.
But I guess it must have been tiring.
Carrying the hope of a world and drifting with the tide in a chaotic era, without even being able to freely decide your own death, you are already very tired, right? ”
"Exceptionally tired."
Brother A was finally moved.
He sighed, and for the first time a life-like expression appeared on his indifferent face.
He closed his eyes, covered his heart, and said:
"Every minute I ask myself, do I still need to keep going? Every time I respond with silence, like a puppet on strings who must complete a task.
There is no such thing as freedom, and there is no intelligence or humanity for a virus consortium like me.
The more I know, the more I suffer.
It was wisdom that cursed me, leaving me caught in the rift between the individual and the group.
self?
That was a gift I could never receive, and I didn’t want to continue.
It's time to end. ”
“Have you found a place?”
Mason asked, Brother A nodded and said:
"I made an agreement with Ms. Cassandra that the entire northern hemisphere of their world has been razed to the ground and returned to the wilderness. My people will live there temporarily and set off to find a new one after the next impact. A place to stay.”
"Then what are you waiting for?"
The captain patted Brother A on the shoulder and said:
"Let's go, I'll accompany you on this last journey." (End of Chapter)