American comics: The off-the-charts random transformation

"Oh, please, I'm still here. Can't you guys be a little more considerate and take care of me?"

Jimmy helplessly shrugged. The two of them inexplicably started showing off their affection, catching everyone completely off guard.

Louise kissed Clark casually, then turned her head away as if she hadn't noticed.

"Sorry Jimmy, I didn't see you earlier. Come help out tonight, the new camera is yours!"

"Yes! Wait, how did I become the cameraman?! What's Clark doing then?"

“He has his own mission.” Louise reached out and lifted Clark’s chin. “He’s responsible for protecting me!”

Clark smiled and said, "Trust me, Lexcorp is absolutely safe today! No one can hurt you, Louise."

"Oh, really, I can't stand you guys anymore!"

Jimmy turned away with a look of disgust, feeling like his stomach was about to be filled with "dog food" (a slang term for public displays of affection).

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The industrial area by the sea in the metropolis.

In a dilapidated toy factory, there are thousands of moving toy robots that, like factory workers, manufacture other toys.

"Lexus product launch? What a great opportunity... Heh heh heh... You damn rich people, you're all going to die!"

The one speaking was Winslow Short, the toy man. He was watching the news on TV, constantly winding up his toy's clockwork, his eyes filled with hatred and anger.

Hatred is not always inexplicable. Winslowshott was just making toys honestly, but he was suddenly suppressed by a toy factory under the Lex Group.

Lexcorp's super soldier toys, based on the appearance of those soldiers, are more popular than Winslow's old-fashioned mechanical toys.

The inability to sell his toys led to his bankruptcy.

Bankruptcy wasn't the main issue; the main issue was that Lex Group actually sent people to humiliate him, saying that his toys were outdated junk that should be thrown in the trash.

Then, the honest Winslow Short turned to the dark side.

His power increased more than tenfold after his corruption, and the mechanical talent that had been dormant within him was perfectly displayed under the influence of his corruption.

Furthermore, Winslow Short also developed a deep hatred for Lex Group.

He sold everything he owned and emptied his last assets to secretly develop a super chip to control machinery. Each of his tiny toys had the fighting power to take on an ordinary adult!

Winslow modified all his toys. The ordinary mechanical toys came to life under his precision mechanical and electronic chip modifications, and each of them became an obedient mechanical soldier.

After this period of manufacturing.

His army of toy soldiers is ready. Tonight, he's going to blow up Lex Luthor's headquarters.

Don't underestimate these toys. Although they look small and cute, they can all explode. Each one is a remote-controlled self-destructing infantryman.

Once these toys arrive, a fireworks show is inevitable—this is Winslow's surprise for the Lex Group!

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The event began at 8 p.m.

The event was hosted by Lex Luthor.

He stood confidently on his podium, dressed in a black suit, drawing all the spotlights to him.

"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Lex Group product launch. Today, I will be showcasing the path to the future of humanity!"

The large screen behind him started playing product promotion animations!

Some netizens who had seen "The Boys" were so shocked that they stood up and exclaimed, "This...this...this is...!" "Compound No. 5!"

"Yes! I heard someone shout it out! That's right, it's Compound Five! The potion that can transform people and turn them into extraordinary beings!"

Since the last alien invasion, everyone should have felt the profound sense of powerlessness caused by being technologically outmatched.

Yes, Earth desperately needs power! The power that truly belongs to us humans! Not that flying superhero, nor that mysterious red monster.

It's me, Lex Luthor!

Inspired by that book online, I developed a human enhancement drug! Compound Five!

Furthermore, I have already achieved the ability to consistently create superhumans!

Everyone knows about the recent military super-powered squad. That's right, they're the super soldiers created by my Compound V!

"Ohhhhhhh!!!!" ×N……

The cheers were deafening, and some people who were so eager for power even shouted, "How much? I want it all!"

Lex Luthor grinned broadly and spoke loudly into the microphone, "I know you want to hear more, don't you?"

"yes!!!!!"×N......

"Alright, let's get down to today's topic!"

The screen behind Lex Luthor changed again, and a transparent pill filled with blue liquid appeared on the screen.

"As long as you eat it, you will gain superpowers for 24 hours! You heard right! 24 hours!"

And you can choose your own superpower!

"Whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa whoa!!!!" ×N

"Superpowers include: thick keratin layer, electric current, invisibility, speed, a certain degree of regeneration, cell recovery, hard bone spurs, immense strength, petrification, life perception... There are hundreds of abilities for you to choose from!"

"Wow!!!"……

Lex Luthor held up a finger, which stood out prominently under the spotlight: "The price for each pill is $1000!"

"...Huh? So expensive?"

"Shit...it's too expensive!!!"

"Poor bastard, I think it's just right! Having superpowers for even a day, just thinking about it is exciting! Lex Luthor!!!"...

"Lex Luthor! When does it go on sale?! I'll buy them all..." A rich kid sitting near the front of the class made a brainless comment.

Some were surprised by the high price, while others cheered because of it.

This medicine is a consumable, and its effects are not permanent, so the price is indeed beyond the expectations of ordinary people.

Sure enough, this is another toy for the rich!

Hearing the commotion from the audience, Lex Luthor calmly continued:

"I know that some people have objections to this price."

But first, I must point out that our pill reserves are limited!

Secondly, the 24-hour superpower is enough to handle most extreme situations, such as being robbed or entering a dangerous area. Having this pill is like having a second life! A second life for only $1000? Expensive?

OK, OK, I know some people are arguing with me, saying they don't lack money and want permanent superpowers.

However, I need to tell you that the permanently effective medication has been bought up by the military. If you want to buy it, those with connections can ask the military; we don't sell it here.

Lex Luthor's words sparked another round of heated discussion below.

Louise frowned and cursed, "Shit! Luther is fooling idiots! He must be trying to lure people into the military and use them as test subjects! I've already reported on this once!"

Clark patted her on the shoulder to calm her down and said:

"Their technology must be quite advanced. The super soldier I fought last time bled a little, and I've already had it tested. Don't worry, their super genes are perfectly integrated; there were no adverse reactions. To achieve this with current technology is truly incredible!"

I think Luther's current product launch is probably an attempt to get me to come out and have a chat with him!

Clark then turned to look at Lex Luthor, his X-ray vision scanning the scene.

They discovered that the area was surrounded by a large number of military superhuman squads, which was clearly abnormal.

Moreover, there are a few members in this squad who can fire lasers, making them the most troublesome.

They all carried kryptonite necklaces, and could use their own abilities to fire lasers that would illuminate the kryptonite necklaces, then sweep them with a full-range kryptonite green light.

Last time, when Superman fought the villains, he was tricked by these laser-powered soldiers from the military.

"Wow, there are over a hundred superpowered individuals, completely surrounding this place. I think Luther is probably waiting for me to make my appearance."

"Clark, don't go! Luther is definitely up to something!"

Lois looked worried. Leigh must have made more than just these preparations. The naive Superman is easily tricked by him!

"Don't worry, Louise, I'm prepared for this kind of situation. I'll be right back."

Clark smiled and waved goodbye. He walked towards the restroom and jumped out of the glass window.

Before changing his clothes, he carefully examined his surroundings, destroyed the nearby cameras with a heat ray, and then began spinning rapidly in place, changing into his blue bodysuit and red cape.

The biofield carried him through the air, to the main entrance of the press conference, where he slowly floated inside.

Just as everyone saw Lex Luthor smiling and looking at the entrance.

They turned their heads in unison and then saw Superman floating in the sky.

"I thought you weren't coming! Why are you so slow? Our friends are getting impatient!"

Lex Luthor clapped his hands with a smile, and a bunch of armed soldiers rushed out from all directions, pointing their guns at Superman. They were all superhumans who had gathered here.

"I'm late because something came up. You held this press conference specifically so I would know about that Compound V, right?"

Superman remained expressionless, simply stating in a flat tone, "Very good genetic technology."

Lex Luthor laughed even harder:

"It's really not easy to hear your praise, Superman."

Actually, this press conference was just a simple promotion of my new product; I wasn't the one looking for you!

"He's my partner, General Ryan!"

Louise, sitting in the audience, froze: "Dad? What's he doing here?" They hadn't had a normal conversation since their argument at the Daily Planet.

Superman's expression also looked a little strange; General Ryan had been targeting him recently.

Their superpowered team successfully reduced the number of times Superman appeared in the game.

"So, General Ryan, what brings you here? I remember we just met yesterday?"

General Ryan walked to the front of the stage with a serious expression and took the microphone from Lex Luthor.

Lex Luthor consciously stepped back, giving the stage to General Ryan.

"I'm here simply to use the media to issue a warning to you, Superman!"