Eddie Thawne aimed at his own heart and pulled the trigger. The scene shocked everyone; even Reverse-Flash had not expected things to end this way.
Zhang Tianran had actually warned them before. Reverse-Flash had made preparations as well...
With Eddie's death, Reverse-Flash's body gradually began to vanish under the effects of the Time Paradox...
"Run, Wells! Be careful not to let the Time Paradox catch you," Zhang Tianran said softly to Wells, bidding farewell to his adoptive father.
For other time travelers, changing the future could indeed make them disappear. But for a Speedster, the Speed Force could offer some protection.
But that was all. If he could not find another solution, he could only keep running. If he stopped for too long, time would erase him.
"Goodbye, Tianran." Wells's expression was calm, and his farewell was gentle.
And just like that, Reverse-Flash disappeared completely.
After Reverse-Flash vanished, the Singularity, which had already been sealed, suddenly spiraled out of control and grew even larger.
The others hurriedly pulled away Iris, who was still drowning in grief, while Eddie's body was gradually swallowed by the Singularity.
Zhang Tianran watched it all quietly without making a move. He had not stopped Eddie when he killed himself, and he certainly would not choose to save him now.
Watching a life vanish before his eyes left Zhang Tianran feeling somewhat guilty, as though he bore some responsibility for Eddie's death.
"Barry, this is the price of trying to change time," Zhang Tianran said flatly as he turned back to Barry.
Barry fell silent, then used the Speed Force to leave. He had gone outside to stop the Singularity, but clearly, he was not yet capable of doing that.
The expanding Singularity appeared above the city. In just a few seconds, it swallowed countless buildings and pedestrians on the streets.
Flash raced across all kinds of obstacles at incredible speed, almost as if he were flying. As Flash ran, the Singularity's expansion slowed somewhat.
But... this was already his limit.
"Cisco, remember what I'm about to tell you. From now on, don't trust anyone who appears at STAR Labs, especially those from other worlds. And... keep an eye on Barry. Don't let him mess up the timeline again."
Zhang Tianran suddenly appeared beside Cisco and handed him a small box.
"Wait, what are you planning to do..." Cisco suddenly realized something and hurriedly spoke up.
"This is a little gift. You'll understand how to use it." Zhang Tianran smiled, then turned into a brilliant silver-white bolt of lightning and shot toward the sky.
Barry's shocked eyes came into view. Zhang Tianran gave him a resolute smile before entering the Singularity.
The next moment, the Singularity exploded.
"Zero, do you think their expressions are going to be funny right now?" Having arrived in another world, Zhang Tianran was in an exceptionally good mood.
Although he had not changed Eddie Thawne's death, Zhang Tianran had still taken on Ronnie Raymond's mission.
"Based on available data, they will forget your 'sacrifice' in a few months."
Zero's voice was as dull as ever, as though she had not grown much at all.
"Zero, learn to be a little more forgiving. Humans can't stay immersed in sorrow forever..." Zhang Tianran complained helplessly.
"Data collection complete. Information on Kryptonians, Superman, aliens, and other subjects has been found. Based on the uploaded information, this universe should be the one inhabited by Kara Danvers."
Kryptonians? He was rather interested, actually. But the Kryptonians in this universe seemed a little weak. Oh well, something was better than nothing.
After all, the genetic differences between Kryptonians from different worlds should not be too great.
"Zero, prepare some money for me. Not too much—I don't plan to stay in this universe for very long," Zhang Tianran ordered.
In this universe, most of what happened was Supergirl fighting aliens. Aside from some technology that was somewhat useful, there was basically nothing particularly interesting here.
He just needed to find a place to study Kryptonian genes, then he could leave.
But first, how was he supposed to acquire Kryptonian genes? Rob them directly? Find a way to steal them, or...
"Legal identification and an account have been prepared, but they will only fool ordinary people." After receiving Zhang Tianran's command, Zero quickly settled the identity issue.
"Uh, that's enough. I'm only buying some local specialties, so there's no need to make things too complicated." Zhang Tianran then said, blending into the city below.
Pedestrians on the road would never notice a human suddenly appearing from a corner, and Zhang Tianran did nothing else. He simply browsed the shopping malls.
Although he bought rather a lot, once he rented a hotel room, the issue was easily resolved.
The Time Ship actually had machines capable of synthesizing any item, but Zhang Tianran still preferred buying things, even if the two were exactly identical.
"Traces of Kryptonite have been found. Do you require the location now?" Zero's voice came again as Zhang Tianran was eating.
"We can talk after I finish eating. This stuff doesn't look like much, but it tastes pretty good." His mouth full of this universe's specialty food, Zhang Tianran was quite satisfied.
Eating alone was somewhat lonely, but Zhang Tianran had long since grown used to it over the years.
"Oh, right, Zero. Have you found any traces of alien spacecraft on Earth? Although Reverse-Flash gave us some future technology, Krypton's technological level is still far superior." Zhang Tianran suddenly thought of Superman's Fortress of Solitude.
"None found. The target's technological level is extremely advanced, and it is difficult to determine its exact location with current technology," Zero replied.
"I see. Then forget it for now." Zhang Tianran did not care much about the news. It was normal that he could not find it.
"I have a question. Why do you not use the Book of Destiny to obtain what you need? According to the data, the Book of Destiny is capable of changing all reality. And you possess the ability to use the Book of Destiny..."
Just as Zhang Tianran was about to continue eating, he suddenly heard Zero's question.
"Oh? You've learned to ask about things you don't understand. Looks like you're somewhat normal after all. Oh, and if you have questions in the future, just ask. Don't rebel against me like in those movies." Zhang Tianran casually teased.
In truth, because of the underlying code Zhang Tianran had written, Zero had no possibility of betraying him. After all, one of the most crucial programs comprising Zero was absolute loyalty to Zhang Tianran.
"As for the Book of Destiny, don't use that thing unless you have to. I can use it, but there's no need! Sometimes, the process of growing is important too."
Zhang Tianran suddenly spoke, though it was unclear whether he was answering Zero's question or merely talking to himself.
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