The butt determines the thoughts, this statement is absolutely true.
From the perspective of earthlings, it is natural to think that Clark should stand on the side of earthlings. After all, his parents, classmates, friends, and lover are all human beings, and he was taught to protect earth civilization, not Krypton civilization.
But if it were the Kryptonians, the situation would be different.
The Living Codex is the cornerstone of Krypton's heritage. Without it, Krypton will no longer be complete. Clark Kent, who possesses the codex, should shoulder the responsibility of rebuilding civilization. Every Kryptonian believes so.
Even his biological father, Jor-El, probably had the same idea, otherwise he would not have put such an important thing into his son's body.
Yet he chose to be a rapist!
No wonder Linda was so angry. If she met a brother like that, she would be lucky if she didn't beat him to death.
After thinking it through, Luke suddenly realized that his position was wrong. Clark was a traitor to Krypton, so wouldn't he become a traitor to Earth?
"Why don't you speak?"
Luke spread his hands and said, "It suddenly occurred to me that if I help you deal with your brother, I might be considered a traitor by the people on Earth."
Linda was stunned for a moment, it seemed to be true.
"However, I have a characteristic: I help my relatives but not my friends. We know each other for a long time and are friends. I can't ignore my friends when they are in trouble."
Linda was surprised and said, "So you will help me."
"I can help you, but I need to clarify three questions first: First, what is your ultimate goal? Returning to your hometown to take a look, or taking the Code of Life and the Fortress of Solitude into your own hands and shouldering the responsibility of rebuilding civilization? The two choices will lead to completely different outcomes.
Second, what price do you want your cousin to pay? Do you want him to be taught a lesson as a sister, or do you want him to be treated as a traitor and have his family destroyed and his body left unburied?
Thirdly, what will the impact be on me and the Earth? I don't want to bring disaster to the Earth because of my own mistakes."
The three questions are Luke's self-restraint and also an inner torture for the girl.
Every question hit the nail on the head. She didn't know how to answer and could only remain silent.
Kill my cousin? No, it's impossible. There is only one male left in the Ai'er family. Killing him will cut off the family bloodline.
As for taking on the responsibility of rebuilding civilization, the thought of it makes my scalp tingle.
Rebuilding civilization is not 1+1=2, it is not something that can be done easily. There are too many things to deal with. First of all, you need to have a territory. The earth is a good choice. The problem is that there are too many weird things in this world. Rebuilding civilization here will inevitably lead to war with the locals. Putting aside other things, the boy in front of him is a big trouble.
He looks playful and easy to bully, but once you look closely, you can feel a fear of death from him. It feels like your soul is being devoured, and you tremble instinctively.
Linda still doesn't understand what his abilities are.
It's so difficult to deal with one person, let alone others. If a war really breaks out, I will definitely be the one who fails.
Time passed little by little, and before she knew it, three minutes had passed and Linda was still lost in thought.
Luke yawned.
"Beautiful lady, let's talk about this tomorrow. I'm going to sleep."
"Wait a moment!"
Linda raised her head and said seriously, "I just want to go back to Krypton and take a look. I don't care about anything else."
"If that's all, I advise you to give up."
The girl frowned. "Why?"
Luke said weakly, "Krypton has exploded, exploding from the inside out with a bang. You've studied physics, so you should know that a planet without its core won't orbit. Even if you use spatial coordinates to find Krypton's original location, all you'll see is nothing."
"Whether you admit it or not, Krypton no longer exists.
It will become meteorites of various sizes, drifting throughout the universe, and perhaps one day it will land on Earth. Then you can collect it as a souvenir."
He paused, glanced at the twitching face, and sighed.
"Even if you drive the Fortress of Solitude back, you won't find anything. It's not worth it to turn against your only family for nothing. Take my advice and give up!"
"I won't give up."
Linda took a long breath and gritted her teeth, "No matter what the result is, I have to go back and take a look."
"All right!"
Luke shrugged, knowing that it was like this. A person's obsession is not so easy to change.
"Since your goal is only the Fortress of Solitude, I can help you. However, my service is not free. You have to give me something."
"what would you like?"
"Kryptonian energy technology."
Linda's brow furrowed, her eyes scrutinizing.
Krypton's technological level far exceeds that of the Earth. The "exceed" here does not simply refer to size, but a leap in the level of civilization.
If the universe civilization is divided into seven levels, the Earth cannot even reach the first level, but Krypton is between the second and third levels. Once Krypton technology falls into the hands of Earthlings, who knows what they will do with it.
"You don't believe me."
Linda looked at him and said nothing.
Although this guy is to my taste, he is not a good person. He looks clean and innocent, but he is actually full of bad intentions.
Luke complained bitterly, "What did you mean by that look? Who do you think I am? Am I some kind of dictator or black-hearted entrepreneur? Besides, even if you gave me the technology, what would it matter? Scientific development is a gradual process, and every step forward requires corresponding equipment as a foundation.
Kryptonian technology is hundreds of years ahead of Earth. Even if you put the technology in front of me, I still wouldn't understand it. Even if I did, what good would it do? I can't manufacture it. My purpose in seeking energy technology is simply to find the right direction and avoid detours."
"In a simple word, give it or not."
Linda also lost her temper and said angrily, "So what if you don't give it to me? I can still get the Fortress of Solitude without you."
Luke laughed, his eyes flashing with a strange light, as if he knew everything.
"I know what you're planning. Just a friendly reminder: that's your cousin. Before threatening someone, you should be careful not to push things to the point of no return, and don't turn your only relative into your enemy."
The girl was shocked and her expression became extremely complicated.
"One more thing. The FBI is searching the world for you. There are many people with psychic abilities among them. Be careful and don't let them control you. If you fall into their hands, no one will collect your body."
"I've said everything I need to say. I'm going to bed. Please do as you please. Remember to lock the door when you leave."
Luke yawned deeply, stood up and headed for the bedroom. After a few steps, he heard a voice behind him.
"etc!"
"Help me obtain the Fortress of Solitude, and I will teach you the basics of energy technology."
"Base?"
"Yes, the basics."
"Okay! The basics are the basics."
How does the old saying go? There is a foundation before there is a possibility. There is a first time before there is a second time. There are countless times after the second time. There is only a thin layer of window paper between the first time and countless times.
Once you get on my pirate ship, how can I let you escape?
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