Where else do You think You can run, Huo Rong Lantern Ring?
Qinuo's gaze was like a torch, staring at the constantly struggling ring in his hand, his tone carrying a hint of playfulness.
This ring, its true name is the Huo Rong Lantern Ring.
[Super Tyrant, why do You know this name?!] The Huo Rong Lantern Ring let out a sound of surprise.
Since its birth, this name had never been revealed to anyone, so how did Qinuo know it?
The Huo Rong Lantern Ring is an evil Lantern Ring created by the First Lantern Huo Rong during his travels between Universes, in ancient times on Earth Three, using a part of his soul, consciousness, and unique travel lantern technology.
It is also the first Lantern Ring born in the DC World. As a first-generation product, no, it should be an experimental product, the Huo Rong Lantern Ring does not have its own Lantern Battery. Its power output and energy reserves are completely dependent on the user.
And Huo Rong is truly a powerful being standing at the peak of the Multiverse.
That's not important. What's important is, do You want to save the First Lantern?
Qinuo said with a half-smile.
[What exactly do You want to do?]
The Huo Rong Lantern Ring became vigilant.
Sign this.
Qinuo said, pulling out a contract, a hint of cunning flashing in his eyes.
He was plotting in his mind, wanting to see if he could use the part of Huo Rong's soul contained within this ring to gain control over Huo Rong's entire soul.
Although the possibility was very low, there was no loss in trying.
[...The price is Huo Rong surrendering to You. You want to control the real Huo Rong through me.]
The Huo Rong Lantern Ring understood Qinuo's plan, vaguely sensing that the guy in front of it was definitely not Super Tyrant.
That's right. Do You want a week to consider? I can give You...
[I'll sign, but I want to change the condition.]
The Huo Rong Lantern Ring immediately agreed, its tone resolute and decisive, without the slightest hesitation.
If he were to say who he hated the most, it would be the real Huo Rong.
It had been sealed within this Lantern Ring, enduring countless long years, unable to move, completely unaware of the outside World. This purgatory-like torment had long pushed it to the brink of madness.
The only pleasure it could obtain was to wantonly torment its hosts, watching them beg for mercy in fear, and weep bitterly in despair, thus satisfying its twisted psychology.
What condition?
Qinuo raised an eyebrow and asked.
How is surrendering to You enough? I want to be a slave directly, the kind of slave who loses self-awareness and completely obeys Your commands!
The Huo Rong Lantern Ring's voice was filled with resentment and hatred.
Are You sure? First, it might not succeed. If it fails, You will definitely become my slave.
I'm sure. Hurry up, are You signing or not?
Qinuo didn't expect this guy to be so ruthless.
Surrendering only meant not betraying him, with no effect on self-awareness. A slave, however, would lose everything, completely becoming a tool.
As the contract dissipated, the Huo Rong Lantern Ring dimmed, completely shutting down. It would not restart without Qinuo's command.
Qinuo put it away. As expected, it failed. After so many years, the part of Huo Rong's soul that split off back when he wasn't even the First Lantern had long since formed an independent entity.
However, Qinuo could also sense Huo Rong's location. It was a bit far, in another Universe. He would look for him later if there was a chance.
Qinuo, why would he make such a choice?
Kara asked with some complexity.
Perhaps it's for revenge?
Qinuo wasn't sure. He hadn't experienced the pain of the Huo Rong Lantern Ring and couldn't empathize.
After hearing about the Huo Rong Lantern Ring's experiences, Kara understood a little.
Qinuo, accompany me to see this World.
Okay. Venom, aren't You coming out?
Qinuo asked curiously, as Venom had been staying on him without speaking.
[I won't disturb Your two-person World. Sleeping on You is more comfortable anyway.]
So Qinuo took Kara for a walk around New York in this World.
This used to be the most prosperous city, but now...
The dilapidated streets had not been repaired for a long time. The walls were smeared with strange patterns and colors of paint. Everywhere there were pried-open doors and smashed windows.
In the alleys of the streets, a group of ragged people were warming themselves around a flaming metal barrel.
Their faces were gaunt, and their eyes revealed deep fear and despair.
When they saw Qinuo and Kara, they fled in terror, disappearing into the dark corners.
Under the rule of the Crime Syndicate, this country had returned to the era of the Great Depression of the 20th century.
Their code of conduct is survival of the fittest, advocating violence and crime. They would condone or personally carry out various criminal acts such as murder, robbery, kidnapping, etc., leading to social disorder.
The public lived in fear and insecurity. Public order and the economy, social cohesion, and trust were reduced, and the entire society fell into an unstable state.
Passing by a bank, the robbers inside were openly moving cash.
Super Tyrant, are You interested in robbing banks now too?
This robber was none other than Johnny Quick, and next to him was his girlfriend, Atom Eve.
Atom Eve had also undergone a period of psychological adjustment and could face Super Tyrant normally.
No, just bringing Kara to get familiar with her World.
Qinuo said flatly, not expressing any opinion on Johnny's robbery.
Right, after all, You've just been resurrected. These two bags are for You. Although Super Tyrant doesn't lack these things, consider it a welcome gift for joining the Crime Syndicate.
Johnny Quick picked up two heavy bags of cash from the ground and shoved them at Kara without question.
Kara held the bag of money and asked, "Why?"
Why am I giving You money? Because You are Super Tyrant's cousin.
Johnny Quick stood with his hands on his hips. He was hoping to build a good relationship with Kara so that if he accidentally provoked Super Tyrant in the future, Super Tyrant might spare his life for Kara's sake.
I was asking why You are robbing. With Your status and ability, You don't lack these things.
Kara saw the bag of money and threw it back at Johnny Quick's feet.
Johnny Quick looked at Super Tyrant in confusion. He thought that Super Tyrant had already introduced the organization's style and rules in detail to Kara when recruiting her into the Crime Syndicate.
She has amnesia. It seems her brain was damaged when she died before. I haven't told her anything yet.
Saying this, Qinuo gave Atom Eve a meaningful look.
Cold sweat broke out on Atom Eve's back. What did he know? Did Night Owl tell him? But with his personality, if he knew, he would have smashed her into a meat patty long ago. Why didn't he act? Was it just a guess?
Of course, Qinuo wouldn't kill his future subordinate for someone he didn't know, even if she was Kara's counterpart.
Okay, if Super Tyrant won't tell You, then let me explain.
Johnny Quick scratched his head helplessly.
Because this World is like this: the strong take all, and the weak deserve it! The previous appearance of peace in this World was concealed by them. What I am doing now is no different from what those people in the past did, and we are just lifting this false veil.
As for this money, I really don't need it. I don't need to spend money at restaurants or bars, but...
Johnny snapped his fingers, and an electric spark landed on the cash. A raging Fire ignited between him and Kara.
Doing this provides me with pleasure, admiring their greedy, fearful, and longing eyes. This is the rule of this World from beginning to end, and it is also the rule of the Crime Syndicate.
A morbid sense of satisfaction was revealed in Johnny Quick's eyes.
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