American comics: Something is wrong with this superhero world

Chapter 270 The real hero

Harley brought Xiao Xian, whose appearance had been changed by magic, to Wayne Manor and walked into Bruce's study.

When Bruce saw Xiao Xian, who looked very similar to him, his eyes lit up and he walked closer to look at Xiao Xian carefully. Not only did they look very similar, but their temperaments were also very similar.

"No problem," Bruce said, satisfied, "That's him. What's his name?"

Harry smiled and replied, "His name is Abin."

Bruce frowned and repeated, "Abin? That name sounds a bit strange. Was he born in the East?"

Harry nodded and said, "Yes, he came here illegally. He has no public identity. No one would investigate even if he was killed."

Bruce nodded with satisfaction and praised, "Very good, Harry, well done. Although the Orientals are a bit off-putting, that annoying Xiao Xian is also an Oriental, so it can be considered a restoration."

"You can leave now. You don't have to worry about what happens next." Bruce waved his hand, signaling Harley to leave.

Harry bowed slightly, then stepped back and left the study.

Bruce looked at Xiao Xian in front of him and asked, "Abin, how are your card skills?"

Xiao Xian smiled faintly and said, "My card skills are pretty good. Everyone who has played against me says they are good."

Bruce raised his eyebrows and questioned, "Are you bragging?"

Xiao Xian shook his head and replied, "No, I am indeed good at playing cards."

Bruce smiled with satisfaction and said, "Very good. Do you have any dreams?"

Xiao Xian answered without hesitation: "I want to make money, lots of money."

Bruce nodded and continued, "As long as you work hard for me, you will get the money. But if you don't obey, no one will care if someone like you dies in America."

Xiao Xian trembled slightly and quickly expressed his attitude: "I will definitely do my best."

Bruce nodded with satisfaction, a sneer on his face: "Very good. I do have an important task for you. This task is very special, but as long as you complete it, the reward will definitely be generous. It will not be a dream to be a rich man for life."

A trace of determination flashed in Xiao Xian's eyes, and he said firmly: "I will do my best, Mr. Bruce."

Bruce stared at Xiao Xian. Although he had prepared himself mentally, he still felt awkward and didn't know how to start.
But in the end, Bruce couldn't help but blush and whispered, "Abin, I want you to play cards with my wife, Catwoman Selina."

As soon as he said this, Bruce felt his breathing become heavy and his heartbeat accelerated wildly, even more tiring than acting out a fight scene with a super villain.

Xiao Xian was stunned when he heard this. He pretended not to have heard clearly and asked:

"Dear Mr. Bruce, can you please say it again? I may be hallucinating. I actually heard you saying that you want me, an Oriental, to play cards with you, the richest man in Gotham, the chairman of Wayne Group, Bruce Wayne's wife, Catwoman? Hahahaha~ I must have heard it wrong." Bruce took a deep breath and tried to calm his accelerated heartbeat. He didn't expect it would be so difficult to say this sentence, even though he had rehearsed it countless times in his mind.

"Abin," Bruce spoke again, his voice even trembling. The more Xiao Xian emphasized, the more excited he felt. "You heard it right. I am indeed inviting you and Selina to play cards together."

Xiao Xian blinked, and the expression on his face changed from confusion to shock, and finally settled on an expression of disbelief. He opened his mouth and closed it again, as if trying to digest this information.

"Mr. Bruce," Xiao Xian said carefully, "I'm not questioning your decision, but...is this a little...inappropriate? I mean, I'm just an ordinary Oriental, and Ms. Selina is your wife."

Bruce felt extremely ashamed. He knew how outrageous this was, but he tried to control his emotions. He knew Xiao Xian's reaction was normal. After all, this request was indeed a bit unexpected.

But it was too troublesome to explain, and Bruce really couldn't say it. He just wanted to see Xiao Xian put a hat on him.

"Abin," Bruce said as calmly as possible.
"I understand your concerns. But I have my own difficulties, do you understand? This matter involves superheroes, super villains, and world peace. It's a complicated matter, I can't say much, but I think you should understand my difficulties. I'm not asking for your help as Bruce Wayne, but as Batman."

Xiao Xian seemed to be convinced by Bruce's words. He nodded slowly, and the tension on his face eased a little.

"I understand, Mr. Bruce. If that's what you really want, I'm honored to be a part of it. You've made such a great sacrifice for world peace. I just thought for a moment that you had some special hobby. I apologize, Mr. Bruce. You're a true hero."

Xiao Xian nodded and said, don’t tease too much, it would be bad if Bruce was embarrassed to the point of backing down.

Bruce was at a loss as to whether to scold or agree with Xiao Xian. He could only pretend that he didn't hear Xiao Xian's flattery and said in a low voice: "There is one more thing, Abin. This may sound a little strange, but it is of great importance."

Xiao Xian looked at Bruce curiously, waiting for him to continue.

"For some reason - complicated reasons involving world peace - when you play cards with Selina, you can't reveal that you are playing cards with her. You need to pretend that it is me who is playing cards with her." Bruce finished speaking in one breath, his expression serious and serious. "Once she finds out about you, the whole world may be affected."

Batman's words almost made Xiao Xian laugh, but thanks to his strong soul control, he didn't laugh out loud. Instead, he widened his eyes and looked at Bruce with an expression of disbelief:
"How is this possible? Mr. Bruce, this is simply impossible, right?"

Bruce shook his head and said:
"Nothing is impossible, Abin. Listen to me, the plan is this: you hide in the closet at night. Later, I will find a reason to let Selena wear a blindfold to play cards. When the time is right, you come out of the closet and play cards with Selena instead of me."

Xiao Xian frowned, obviously skeptical of this plan: "Will this work? What if Ms. Selina talks to me, won't it be exposed immediately?"

Bruce patted Xiao Xian on the shoulder and comforted him: "Don't worry, I have thought about it. I will always be by your side and will not leave. As long as you don't say anything, I will speak for you. This way Selena won't know that it is actually you who is playing cards with her."

"Mr. Bruce," Xiao Xian said, "I have to say that this plan sounds a little crazy. But if you think it is really so important for world peace, I am willing to try it. But do you really not mind?"

"It's okay. For the sake of world peace, I am willing to sacrifice myself." Bruce said with a righteous look, "After all, I am Batman."

"Your sacrifice is really great! You are worthy of being a superhero!" Xiao Xian resisted the urge to laugh and praised.

(End of this chapter)