"Homelander?"
Clark was stunned for a moment, feeling a little strange.
"Why this name?"
Luke tried hard to hold back his smile, as if he was thinking of Superman wearing the America national flag and showing his signature fake smile to the media.
"Using titles like 'motherland' can lower the government's vigilance. They will want to turn you into... a propaganda tool, such as promoting national debt, making movies, etc., and they will also be more accepting of your existence."
Hearing what his eldest cousin said, Clark shook his head repeatedly.
He doesn't like being the center of attention, especially being pushed onto the stage.
That is not in line with the Kent Family's educational philosophy.
Debut and become an idol is not a natural fit for Clark.
"Okay, I'm just saying casually."
Luke smiled and returned to the topic.
If you allow the plot to develop, move forward according to the trajectory that has already been drawn.
Then his arrival is meaningless and a waste of time.
So for Luke, I am more happy to see changes.
Good or bad.
The emergence of Superman means the beginning of a new era of superheroes.
He will come into contact with more key figures, making his connection with the universe deeper and deeper.
Dr. Manhattan can no longer erase the existence of Luke like deleting files.
"I hope Jonathan won't blame me for taking you on an unknown road, Clark."
Luke rubbed the little curly hair of his little cousin. This opportunity came very cleverly, it was neither too early nor too late.
"This is my own choice, cousin."
Clark's eyes were firm. He had long been fed up with all the troubles caused by swallowing his anger and hiding his abilities.
If, as Luke said, he can stand up bravely and show his goodwill.
Maybe everything will get better.
"Then it's decided."
Luke squeezed the can in his hand and threw it accurately into the trash can far away.
The latter followed the same example, but unfortunately fell a little short.
The Coke can hit the edge and bounced off with a "crash" sound.
"Learn to control your own power."
Luke said so.
The little cousin nodded when he faced the gangsters.
Like before, I couldn't control the strength of my fists at all.
According to the news received by the eldest cousin, the lives of the two unlucky guys were not in danger.
At best, it was just a severe concussion, plus extensive contusions and broken bones.
This goes to Gotham. The gangster who robbed the bank was caught by Batman.
At least two digits of bones were broken, and he was frightened half to death.
Next, Luke chatted for a few words and left the hospital.
Clark needs to have a frank conversation with his adoptive father Jonathan, who is responsible for formulating Superman's debut plan.
Regarding public opinion, the first show, and various public relations... it is not an easy problem to solve.
It may be better to replace it with Marvel Universe.
With his official status, powerful position, and the influence of many auras, no one can stand in front of him.
"Don't worry about your debut. There are so many mutants in the town who have been exposed to Kryptonite radiation for a long time. They are excellent opponents."
Luke was sitting in the car, just like an entertainment company agent, thinking carefully about how to package his little cousin and create a good image.
Kent Family's child has extraordinary powers, and the news spread quickly in the town.
From the beginning, Clark was rumored to have brought down two gun-wielding gangsters.
In less than half a day, they had defeated groups of violent elements.
He received a shotgun blast, which gradually evolved into being shot at by Gatling Gun.
With such exaggerated manpower and firepower, an uninformed person might have thought that the town had been attacked by a terrorist attack!
Jonathan and Martha felt very distressed when they returned home. Their friends who usually went to church together and their close neighbors... they asked about Clark when they had nothing to do.
The police from the town also came several times, because the surveillance camera malfunctioned for some reason, and they could not prove anything unusual about the high school student.
But no matter what, Kent Family's peaceful life was indeed broken.
Even when Clark was in school, people around him were talking quietly and observing in secret.
The look in their eyes was very strange, and the boy Superman could feel it.
Everything is taking a turn for the worse, just as the elder cousin expected.
Clark Several times late at night, I heard my parents mention moving.
Frankly speaking, he felt aggrieved.
I have obviously done good things, why should I be treated like this?
Clark, who felt dissatisfied in his heart, finally understood what it was like to hear the criticism, rumors and slander mentioned by his eldest cousin.
He believes that only people with extremely strong hearts and extremely determined will can bear this pain and become some kind of spiritual symbol in his father's mouth.
The torturous life lasted for a week, and the situation finally improved.
The public's attention is attracted to superheroes.
A guy named "Superman" appeared in Metropolis.
The red cloak, the strong body, the ability to fly and escape... instantly detonated the news media.
"That's a bird? That's a plane? That's--Superman!"
Daily Planet was the first to quote this sentence and publish it on the headline page.
Everyone is discussing who Superman is, where he comes from, how he managed to lift an out-of-control truck with his bare hands and rescue a crashed plane...
"Superman?"
Clark scratched his head. He always felt that the other person's image was very similar to the first time he met his eldest cousin.
But thanks to the appearance of Superman, no one in the town paid much attention to the old news about high school students stopping bank robbers.
Gossip news passed down by word of mouth gradually loses credibility as time goes by.
After all, in the increasingly exaggerated rumors, Clark became a powerful figure who can take on an army alone and is not afraid of Rocket barrels and howitzers.
What you can see with your own eyes is that Clark is just a normal high school boy.
The strong contrast makes most people gradually feel that these stories circulating in the town are just lies.
The boring busybody goes from belief at the beginning to doubt and then to ridicule.
The transformation was swift, as was their efficiency in spreading rumors.
Thus, the story about "Kent Family's Magical Child" comes to an end.
"It turns out that eldest cousin, you are the 'Superman'."
Clark came to the basement and said in surprise when he saw Luke wearing the familiar uniform.
He had vague guesses before, but he couldn't be sure.
"No, we are all 'Superman'."
Luke corrected.
He didn't mean to hide it.
If it weren't for the sake of restoring peace to his little cousin's life, he would not come to Metropolis to guest star as a superhero.
"I'm only here temporarily, I'll have to rely on you from now on, Clark."
Luke exchanged a set of Superman Suit for my little cousin from the prop mall, which is a more common one.
Red cloak with a capital "S" on the chest.
In fact, he had considered using the classic outfit of red pants.
However, I really can't get over the hurdle in my heart.
After all, before Clark changed into it, Luke had to wear this thing to save people and fight crime everywhere.
What a shame!
"Lean on me?"
Clark looked at the unique, simple and elegant Superman uniform, a little hesitant.
"Welcome to the Superman Family, little cousin."
Luke smiled slightly.
As the saying goes, do as the Romans do, and the superheroes on this set have a family system.
For example, Bat Family of Gotham is composed of Batman himself plus several generations of Robin, and several generations of Batgirl.
Superman Family, then there are Clark and Kara, and then there are several generations of Superboy, and that Kryptonian Dog.
The Flash family is even bigger and can form a team of speedsters.
"From now on, you are the superhero intern of Superman Reserve, Metropolis."
Luke handed the brand new uniform to the ignorant little cousin.