Superman believed it was true. The Kryptonians were so powerful, yet the other side had still stepped forward and even destroyed the Kryptonians' World Engine.
Such behavior might have seemed reckless and thoughtless, but Superman could not help feeling a surge of respect.
In his view, this behavior—almost like having nothing better to do, or rather, meddling in other people's business—was actually the purest pursuit and defense of justice.
After all, in the vast universe, how many lives would step forward for the well-being of others, even when facing such a powerful enemy?
Only Superman was so quick to trust others. Even Aquaman remained wary.
Chang Wei watched Faora, who was tense but had not attacked immediately, and knew she was waiting for reinforcements.
He did not remain idle either, continuing to lay out the premise.
"Your understanding is mistaken."
Chang Wei spoke slowly.
"Perhaps I should explain it another way..."
At this point, Chang Wei deliberately paused, as though savoring the tense atmosphere before the truth was revealed.
A teasing smile curled across his lips as he continued, "When Krypton was destroyed, I was there. As an observer, I witnessed the entire process. Hmm... I have to say, your civilization truly was unique—so unique that it nearly pushed itself to the brink of extinction."
At those words, Faora and the surrounding Kryptonians were all shocked. Their pupils contracted sharply, as though they had heard something unbelievable.
"You... How could you possibly..."
Faora's voice trembled. She took an incredulous step forward, her complicated gaze fixed on Chang Wei.
"Why didn't you appear sooner? Even if it was only to give us the slightest warning..."
Chang Wei's face remained calm, as though he were discussing something unrelated to himself. "Every civilization has its own path of development. That is part of