American Comics: Something's Wrong with This Superhero World

Chapter 297 Helping the Sea King a Favor

Bruce Wayne messaged Xiao Xian and Selena to come to his office. When Xiao Xian and Selena entered the office, they found Bruce Wayne and Aquaman Arthur both there.

Bruce Wayne smiled and said, "Sit down, Bin, Selena. We have some things to discuss."

After the two sat down, Bruce Wayne continued, "Could you two go to Atlantis to discuss the cooperation between the Wayne Group and Atlantis, and while you're at it, do Aquaman Arthur a favor?"

Xiao Xian frowned and asked, "What kind of busywork?"

Bruce Wayne glanced at Arthur, gesturing for Arthur to speak. Arthur coughed awkwardly and said:

"Well, for some reason, my relationship with Mera has developed some cracks. Mera is unwilling to forgive me now, so I'm thinking that if I can find something wrong with Mera, maybe I can get her to forgive me."

Xiao Xian looked at Arthur, who was stammering, and asked with a puzzled expression, "What do you mean?"

Arthur scratched his head even more awkwardly, and finally said, "What I mean is, well, like you did, see if you can find an opportunity to have something with my wife Mera. Then I'll find a way to catch you two in bed together. That way, I'll have something on Mera."

As he spoke, Arthur was surprised to find that while he felt embarrassed and angry, he also felt a strange excitement. He was even somewhat impatient to see Mera and Xiao Xian have a relationship.

Xiao Xian nodded and said, "I see. Well, it's not that I can't help you with this. Selena, what do you think? Do you have time to go to Atlantis?"

Selena looked at Xiao Xian. Since Xiao Xian had already agreed, how could she refuse? She said helplessly, "Alright, let's go then. Let's just treat it as a vacation."

Meanwhile, Selena cursed inwardly, "That bitch Mera will definitely take away a lot of Xiao Xian's time that originally belonged to me."

Arthur felt very awkward looking at Xiao Xian, who seemed to be doing him a favor, but he could only say, "Bin, Selena, thank you for your help."

As Arthur said this, he felt extremely awkward, yet at the same time, he felt incredibly excited—even more so than when he played with the fish. Arthur was greatly shocked and quickly shook his head, trying to shake this terrible thought from his mind.

Arthur was confused and uneasy about his reaction, and a strong sense of shame welled up inside him.

Xiao Xian looked at Arthur, whose resistance was much stronger than Azu's, and nodded, saying, "You're welcome. It's what I should do."

Arthur's lips twitched upon hearing this; no matter how he looked at it, it seemed absurd.

As night fell, the party to welcome Attis and his entourage began as scheduled.

Inside the hall, crystal chandeliers sparkled, melodious music filled the air, and the banquet atmosphere was lively.

Mera, dressed in a magnificent golden gown, entered the hall like a queen. Each step she took was like a dance, the hem of her dress swaying gently like golden waves flowing beneath her feet. Her azure eyes sparkled with wisdom and mystery, and her fiery red hair cascaded over her shoulders like a waterfall, making her radiant and captivating everyone's attention.

Mera stood in the center of the banquet, smiling and chatting with the guests, her every move exuding elegance and nobility. However, she would occasionally steal a glance at Xiao Xian out of the corner of her eye.

The equally stunning Selena was also one of the focal points of the event. She wore a deep red bodycon dress that accentuated her perfect curves, her short black hair was neat and sleek, and her eyes exuded confidence and allure.

Aquaman Arthur stood to the side, his gaze fixed on Mera and Selena with complex emotions. He glanced at Mera every now and then—such a beautiful wife, whom he had never even kissed, yet he was sending Bin to play cards with her. He felt a pang of resentment, yet also a surge of excitement.

Then, as Arthur turned to Selena, a different emotion stirred within him. He thought to himself, if he could sleep with such a stunning beauty, he wouldn't be at a huge loss.

It shouldn't be too hard to win him over, right? I'm so handsome, and I'm the king, I'm no better than Ah Bin, an ordinary human assistant.

Before everyone, Selena gracefully stepped forward, smiling at Bruce Wayne, and said, "Bruce, come dance with me on the dance floor. It's been a long time since we danced together."

Bruce glanced at Xiao Xian beside him and said with a smile, "I'm busy, I'm talking business with a friend. Why don't you let Ah Bin keep you company? His dancing skills are much better than mine."

Selena smiled slightly, then accepted Bruce's suggestion, turned to Xiao Xian, extended her hand, and said softly, "Bin, would you like to dance with me?"

Xiao Xian smiled slightly, took Selena's hand, nodded and said, "Of course, it's my honor."

The two stepped onto the dance floor, and elegant music began to play. Selena moved closer to Xiao Xian, placing her hand on his shoulder, while he gently took her other hand in his. Xiao Xian felt the slight warmth in her palm, a sensation that traveled through her fingertips to his heart.

As the music began, the two began to twirl, their steps light and graceful. Selena's body pressed close to Xiao Xian's, their eyes meeting on the dance floor.

Selena's body became even more supple, and as she spun around in the dance, her fingers inadvertently brushed against Xiao Xian's back, sending a jolt of electricity through him.

Bruce Wayne stood to the side, watching the two dance with a look of pure enjoyment, feeling incredibly excited.

Aquaman Arthur watched in astonishment, never expecting Bruce Wayne's penchant for cuckoldry to have reached this level. Bruce was so nonchalantly watching his wife dance with another man in public, and seemingly thoroughly enjoying it.

This made Arthur feel uneasy and had mixed feelings. Could he become like that too?

A bold idea began to surface in Arthur's mind: what if Mera and Xiao Xian were to dance...? He couldn't help but picture Mera and Xiao Xian dancing gracefully on the dance floor.

Mera's golden dress shimmered under the lights, and Xiao Xian's handsome face complemented hers. The two twirled in perfect harmony, growing closer and closer to each other.

At that moment, Arthur felt an overwhelming surge of emotion welling up inside him. To his surprise, he found himself feeling both jealous and incredibly excited. This complex mix of feelings overwhelmed him, and although he tried to calm himself down, the turmoil within him only intensified.

Arthur took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down, but the feelings of excitement and jealousy still lingered in his heart. At this moment, Arthur was caught in an invisible internal struggle: on one hand, his love and possessiveness for Mera, and on the other hand, his excitement and desire for this special situation.

Arthur shook his head, forcing himself to shake off those strange thoughts. Was he being influenced by Bruce? He'd never heard of this thing being contagious.

Arthur turned to Mera, smiled, and said, "Mera, would you like to dance with me?"

Although Mera usually wouldn't let Arthur touch her, she would generally cooperate with Arthur in public settings and pretend to be nice.

Unexpectedly, Mera directly rejected Arthur in public this time, saying casually, "Sorry, I'm not feeling well, so I won't be dancing tonight."

Arthur's face instantly turned a little awkward. He felt embarrassed in front of everyone, but there was nothing he could do. He could only force a smile and nod to show his understanding, "Okay, I hope you get some rest and recover quickly."

Mera turned away, ignoring Arthur, and looked enviously at Selena, who was dancing with Xiao Xian. Her eyes held a hint of longing and fantasy, and she couldn't help but think: how wonderful it would be if she were the one dancing with Xiao Xian right now.

Arthur noticed Mera's gaze and, thinking she was questioning Bruce's arrangements, said from the side, "Bruce Wayne is really a pervert, making his wife dance with Bin."

Mera glanced coldly at Arthur, her voice low but full of sarcasm: "Even if Bruce Wayne is a pervert, he wouldn't go fishing." Her words struck a nerve with Arthur, making his face even uglier.

Arthur suppressed his displeasure, remained silent for a moment, and said nothing more. He knew he had already lost points with Mera, and there was no point in saying anything more now. He could only stand silently to the side, watching Xiao Xian and Selena on the dance floor.

On the dance floor, Xiao Xian and Selena moved gracefully, their tacit understanding and intimacy evident. Selena's hand rested gently on Xiao Xian's shoulder, her body pressed against his chest, as they spun to the rhythm of the music.

Xiao Xian's hand firmly supported Selena's waist, and the distance between the two was so close that it seemed there was no gap between them.

Two days later, Xiao Xian and Selena boarded the Atlantis ship bound for Atlantis. The ship looked elegant, with its metal hull gleaming in the sunlight, exuding an aura of futuristic technology.

Arthur and Mera personally greeted the two and handed Xiao Xian and Selena two specially made diving helmets, saying, "These helmets are specially made in Atlantis, allowing you to breathe and communicate freely underwater."

Xiao Xian took the helmet and examined it carefully. The helmet was ingeniously designed; the transparent visor allowed a clear view of the outside world, and it also had built-in communication equipment. Selena also picked up the helmet, put it on, and said, "Will wearing this allow me to move freely underwater?"

Arthur nodded and explained, "That's right, this is Atlantis technology. I hope you can get used to underwater life. Come on, my dear, we're going to Atlantis."

Seeing Arthur looking at her, Mera quickly looked away from Xiao Xian and nodded aloofly.

Then, Mera signaled to her men to prepare to return.

With a slight tremor, the Atlantean ship began to deform. Its once elegant hull gradually contracted, and countless metallic scales appeared on its surface, quickly covering the entire vessel. Minutes later, the ship had completely transformed into an advanced submarine.

Xiao Xian and Selena put on their helmets and followed Arthur and his men into the interior of the submarine. Unlike normal submarines, Atlantis' submarines were filled with water, just like human aircraft have air inside.

The submarine's interior is spacious and bright, filled with an atmosphere of futuristic technology. Various instruments and displays on the control panel flash brightly as operators busily operate the submarine's equipment.

At Arthur's command, the submarine began to slowly descend. The outside world was gradually enveloped by the blue seawater, and the submarine's interior lights automatically adjusted to adapt to the underwater environment. Through the transparent visors of their helmets, Xiao Xian and Selena could clearly see the underwater world.

Arthur looked at Xiao Xian and Selena, and suggested with a smile, "Since we still have some time, why don't Mera and I show you around the submarine and explain some things to be aware of in Atlantis?"

Mera glanced at Arthur coldly upon hearing his words and said dismissively, "No need, I can handle them by myself. Don't come with me."

Upon hearing this, Arthur could only smile helplessly and said awkwardly, "Alright, then I'll go back to my room and rest for a bit."

Arthur turned and left, disappearing at the end of the corridor, leaving Xiao Xian, Selena, and Mera behind. Mera turned back to Xiao Xian and Selena with an arrogant expression and said, "Come with me, I'll show you around this submarine."

Xiao Xian and Selena nodded and followed Mera. They walked along the narrow corridor, and through the transparent portholes, they could see the fascinating underwater scenery outside.

As Mera walked, she explained, "This submarine is Atlantis' latest technological achievement. In addition to basic underwater navigation capabilities, it is equipped with many advanced devices to ensure safe operation under various conditions."

Mera led Xiao Xian and Selena on a tour, explaining the various facilities and functions of the submarine. When they reached the door of Selena's room, Mera looked around to make sure no one was watching them, then quickly pulled Xiao Xian and Selena into the room and closed the door.

Upon entering the room, Mera's attitude immediately changed. She transformed from a queen-like aloofness into a soft and adorable kitten, nestling tenderly into Xiao Xian's arms, wrapping her arms around his waist, her face flushed.

"Xiao Xian," Mera said softly, her voice tinged with a hint of coquetry, "I miss you so much. Do you know how hard it was for me last night?"

"I don't really want to know."

Xiao Xian shrugged. Last night, he focused his main energy on the green crystal. Relying on the knowledge of the Sanctuary Library and the power of the Dimensional Demon God, Xiao Xian deciphered the crystal very quickly and expected to be able to decipher it in another day or two.

Selena quietly approached Xiao Xian from behind, wrapping her arms around his waist with a smug smile. She tilted her head slightly, looking at Mera, her tone laced with provocation and smugness, "I don't know how you were last night, but Xiao Xian and I had a lot of fun."

I strongly suspect that the bakery downstairs from my house relabeled unsold bread and sold it again. I felt nauseous all afternoon after eating it.

(End of this chapter)