The unending snowstorm had crippled the transportation systems of every city. Most companies had shut down, and people stayed home.
Even in cities where it was not snowing, the cold air left the locals deeply uncomfortable. Compared to running out into the streets in the middle of the night to freeze, staying curled up at home watching television was far more pleasant.
Yet one place was an exception: outside the Metropolis Mayor's Mansion. At that moment, the broad street was packed with traffic, with all kinds of luxury cars parked along it.
The helicopter pad atop a nearby high-rise was even more crowded. In weather like this, arriving by car was actually considered second-rate. Therefore, the mayor hosting this charity banquet, along with the businessman known as Lex Luthor, were both greeting guests at the helipad.
If there was one absolute star among all those helicopters, it had to be the one bearing the Wayne Family emblem.
Bruce, dressed in a suit, stepped down from the helicopter. The frigid wind atop the building sent his hair fluttering wildly as he turned and helped Selene down.
A middle-aged man with slight gray at his temples but still brimming with energy approached. He warmly patted Bruce on the shoulder and said, "Long time no see, Mr. Wayne. The last time we met was at that celebrity exhibition match, wasn't it?"
Bruce smiled and gave him a hug. "Yes, Mr. Luthor. I remember that at that charity exhibition, you generously opened your wallet..."
"Just call me Lionel."
The middle-aged businessman named Lionel put an arm around Bruce and led him forward. As they walked, he said, "Don't put it that way. It was simply what I should have done. Entrepreneurs with such a strong sense of social responsibility as us naturally would not