American Comics: Something's Wrong with This Superhero World

Chapter 282 Ah Bin, you'd better work harder!

Bruce had been pressed against the kitchen door, eavesdropping for over half an hour, catching every subtle sound. His face remained calm, but his heart was filled with anxiety and anticipation.

In the kitchen, Selena's words grew increasingly bold: "Bin, don't you think the night is long? We should do something we should do."

However, Xiao Xian's voice remained calm throughout, as if he had remembered Bruce's teaching that he wouldn't even hold Selena's hand without his permission, and he said in a low voice:

"Mrs. Wayne, we cannot do anything to betray Mr. Wayne. You should have some self-respect."

Selena was visibly taken aback, her voice filled with dissatisfaction and confusion: "Aren't you really even a little bit tempted? We were just this afternoon..."

Xiao Xian replied firmly, "Selena, I understand how you feel, but we can't cross the line. It's not only unfair to Mr. Wayne, but also bad for ourselves."

Bruce, standing outside the door, frowned upon hearing this, his heart filled with a burning desire to rush in and slap Xiao Xian. He was filled with anger and disappointment; he had been hoping for a thrilling card game, but Xiao Xian's attitude had left him utterly devastated.

Bruce cursed inwardly, "Is this Bin a block of wood? So inflexible!"

Bruce clenched his fists, itching to push the door open and go in, but reason kept him from acting on his impulse.

In the kitchen, Selena tried one last time. She leaned closer and whispered, "Bin, is there really no way?"

Xiao Xian remained calm, gently taking her hand and saying tenderly, "Selena, you're a smart woman. We should know our limits. Please trust me, this is for the best of all of us."

Bruce, standing outside the door, practically ground his teeth to powder. He took a deep breath and muttered to himself in a low voice, "Damn it, Bin, he's so stubborn! Just say yes to Selena already!"

Bruce was burning with rage. His plans were being disrupted step by step, leaving him feeling incredibly frustrated and angry. He decided to wait a little longer; if there was still no progress, he would have to resort to other methods.

At this moment, Selena in the kitchen seemed to give up. She sighed helplessly, took a step back, and forced a smile: "Okay, Xiao Xian, maybe you're right."

Bruce finally lost his temper; his anger had reached its limit. He took out his phone and quickly dialed Harley's number, his voice low but urgent: "Euclid Wood, come to the kitchen right now, I need your help."

A few minutes later, Harley arrived at the kitchen door. Bruce whispered to her, "Go inside and find Selena. Tell her a new shipment of jewelry has arrived, and let her see which ones she likes."

Harley nodded, pushed open the kitchen door, and went inside. She saw Selena and Xiao Xian busy at work and smiled, saying, "Mr. Wayne, a new batch of jewelry just arrived. Would you like to come and take a look and see which one you like?"

When Selena saw Harley come in, she gave Xiao Xian a meaningful look, then nodded and said to Xiao Xian, "I'll go check first and come right back." After saying that, she followed Harley out of the kitchen.

Bruce, who had been hiding in the shadows, rushed into the kitchen after Selena left, his eyes blazing with anger. He grabbed Xiao Xian by the collar and demanded furiously, "Bin, why did you refuse Selena's offer?"

Xiao Xian looked innocent and replied calmly, "Mr. Bruce, you just said not long ago that I couldn't even hold your wife Selena's hand without your permission. I've been strictly following your instructions."

Bruce, upon hearing this, turned red with anger and his breathing became rapid. He gritted his teeth and said, "I don't mean a blanket approach! You should be able to judge for yourself when it's okay and when it's not! I already had Selena bring you to the kitchen, don't you understand?"

Xiao Xian paused, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes: "Then when is it okay, and when isn't it okay?"

Bruce's head throbbed with anger at Xiao Xian's words. He released Xiao Xian's collar and took several steps back. Rubbing his temples, Bruce cursed, "You idiot! Anything I don't forbid is allowed!"

Xiao Xian then asked, "So what is it that you don't allow?"

"F**k!" Bruce was so angry this time that he grabbed his hair and cursed, deciding to give up on dwelling on the details. He looked at Xiao Xian and said helplessly, "Fine, whatever. In short, I'll tell you clearly when it's not possible. Other times, it's possible."

Xiao Xian nodded this time, his tone conveying a sense of understanding, and said, "I understand, Mr. Bruce."

After Selena and Harley finished choosing their jewelry, they returned to the kitchen. As soon as she stepped inside, Xiao Xian greeted her with a smile, pointing to the prepared late-night snack and saying, "The snack is ready, Selena. Go and take it to Mr. Wayne."

Selena looked at the neatly arranged dishes on the plate, smiled and nodded: "Okay, I'll go right away."

However, Bruce, who was hiding outside the door, was furious upon hearing Xiao Xian's words. He cursed inwardly, "Such a rare opportunity to be alone, and Ah Bin didn't even know how to seize it! That idiot!"

Selena gently pushed open the kitchen door, carrying a plate filled with freshly made supper. She carefully carried the plate slowly toward Bruce's room.

No sooner had Selena left than Bruce rushed into the kitchen. His eyes were sharp, and he asked rapidly, "Bin, why aren't you following orders?"

Xiao Xian was tidying up the dishes by the stove when he heard Bruce's question. He turned around and replied innocently, "Mr. Bruce, I did not refuse Miss Selena's kindness this time."

Bruce frowned even more deeply and scolded, "It's not enough to just not refuse, Bin. You should take initiative, actively seek opportunities, and make the first move."

Xiao Xian straightened his back and nodded, saying, "Understood, Mr. Bruce. I will try my best to improve!"

Bruce nodded, patted Xiao Xian on the shoulder, and then quickly left the kitchen.

Using his superior speed and the secret passages of Wayne Manor, Bruce arrived at his door before Selena could reach him. He gently pushed the door open, quickly glanced around the room, then swiftly walked to the sofa, sat down, picked up the remote, and turned on the television. He adjusted his posture, pretending to be intently watching the program on the screen.

The door opened again, and Selena walked in carrying a plate. She saw Bruce sitting on the sofa, the television light reflecting on his face, making him look so natural. Selena smiled slightly and said softly, "Honey, this is a late-night snack I prepared for you. Try it."

(End of this chapter)