This Isn't Foolishness, It's Sincerity.

Barry pressed on in confusion. "Why? With abilities like that, shouldn't you be out saving the world?"

Kino withdrew his gaze and looked at Barry, speaking slowly. "Everyone has their own choice in how they use their power. I only want to live my life my way and protect the things I believe are important."

Barry nodded as if he half understood, then fell into thought.

"Besides, Barry, do you really think Superman's existence is a good thing?"

Kino spoke meaningfully, his eyes filled with deep and complicated emotions.

"Of course. Superman has saved the world twice, and in the process, he also saved countless families."

Barry answered without hesitation. That was how most people in the world viewed Superman.

"But both of those global crises were connected to Superman. And after Superman died, criminal activity around the world increased by several times.

"Before his death, Superman certainly did countless good deeds. He fought criminals and eliminated natural disasters. But to a certain extent, he also destroyed humanity's potential and independence. The paralysis of the police force was the best proof."

Kino's tone was calm, yet carried a power that made people think deeply.

From that perspective, Lex Luthor and Bruce Wayne had been right to eliminate Superman. Superman had protected humanity too well. Once something happened that Superman couldn't handle...

Human malice would drown out his kindness. No one could remain kind forever. This would only lead to one villain after another constantly challenging his limits until he ultimately became a gigantic bomb.

"Does that mean everything we've done is wrong? Shouldn't we use our power to save others?"

Barry was somewhat lost. After gaining superpowers, Barry had realized that he could help others and fight evil. That sense of duty had driven him to use his abilities to protect the city and its people.

"No. In the future, countless superpowered criminals will appear in this world. Heroes will be needed, but you'll need to maintain a certain balance with ordinary humans."

Kino's expression was solemn. Future alien invasions and invasions from other Parallel Universes were not things ordinary humans could deal with.

"Then what should I do?" Barry looked at Kino, hoping to find an answer from him.

"I don't know. I'm not a hero. You should be grateful enough that I'm not committing crimes." Kino spoke irresponsibly, a teasing smile on his face.

"Uh..." Barry was left speechless. He had brought up a whole bunch of questions, yet he didn't know the answers either.

"But in the future, you can ask someone else. He should know how to balance his relationship with ordinary people."

"Who?" Hope returned to Barry's eyes.

"Batman."

"Then should I go to Gotham and find him?" He had heard of Gotham's Dark Knight long ago.

"He'll come find you."

Barry was half convinced, half doubtful, but at that moment, he had no better option. He could only temporarily place his hopes in the mysterious Batman.

Kino looked up at the gradually darkening sky outside and said, "Barry, it's getting late. I still have things to do, so I'll be leaving first."

"Brother Kino, if there's something you need to do, I can help too." Reluctance showed in Barry's eyes, and his words were filled with sincerity.

"Of course. I'm going to do some adult things with your Sister Venom." The corners of Kino's mouth curled up with a mischievous smile, stabbing Barry right in the heart.

"All right, Brother Kino. Will we see each other again?" Barry looked a little dejected, but was still filled with anticipation.

"Of course, The Flash. See you."

With that, Kino's figure shifted slightly before shooting straight into the sky like a rocket. In the blink of an eye, he vanished into the endless night.

"Goodbye, Brother Kino. Goodbye, Sister Venom."

Listening to the farewells behind him,

[I think I'm starting to understand why you like this silly boy.]

"This isn't foolishness, it's sincerity. Sincerity never goes out of style. It's just that some people don't deserve such sincerity."

Whispers drifted through the night sky.

Five days later.

During that time, Kino took Venom on their honeymoon to various picturesque places. They enjoyed the beauty of nature to the fullest during the day, while at night, they played their private games together.

Venom also devoted herself wholeheartedly to satisfying Kino's every demand. Although her face never changed, her figure could transform however she pleased.

Sometimes she took the youthful, lively form of a girl; other times, the mature and alluring appearance of an older woman. She perfectly displayed the charm of every age.

And then there were all kinds of clothes, from gorgeous evening gowns to adorable short skirts, as well as every variety of swimsuit imaginable. The sight was dazzling.

Kino couldn't help sighing. "The smartest decision I've ever made in my life was stealing Venom."

His face was filled with a satisfied, happy smile, and his eyes were full of affection and cherishment for Venom.

[Even if you say that, I don't have anything left to reward you with.] She had already let him try every kind of play during this period.

"Your existence is the best reward I could ask for."

[Hmph! If you'd had this eloquence in your previous life, you wouldn't have stayed single all that time.]

"That's because I hadn't met you."

Kino flew through the sky in his hoodie, flirting with Venom.

Gotham, Wayne Manor.

Kino landed at the entrance and stood upright before reaching out to press the doorbell.

Previously, he had always fought his way in aggressively. This time, however, he had come as a proper guest.

Ding-dong—

"Good morning, Mr. Kino."

Alfred opened the door quickly, but his expression was somewhat complicated.

"Good morning, Alfred."

Kino greeted him with a smile, only to suddenly notice that Alfred was looking at him with an extremely aggrieved expression.

"Um, Alfred, I admit I was a little rude when I came here before, but I'm not here to cause trouble this time. Is it really necessary to look at me like that?" Kino asked in confusion.

"No. I'm just surprised you came so early."

Alfred sighed helplessly and turned to lead the way. His steps were steady yet carried a hint of urgency, as though he wanted to finish this task as quickly as possible.

"Isn't it good to come early? As a butler, Alfred, you should care a lot about punctuality."

Kino asked in confusion. He remembered that once, when Bruce had stayed up playing too late and gotten up late, Alfred had simply dumped his breakfast out.

"But this time, I was hoping you would come later. I wouldn't have minded if you had delayed it by a few days."

Alfred's voice contained a hint of helplessness and reluctance.

Alfred led Kino to a room.

"We're here. Master is inside."

Kino was filled with suspicion, unable to figure out what was going on. Even so, he pushed the door open, then abruptly slammed it shut again.

"What's wrong, Mr. Kino?"

"...I think I'm hallucinating?"