Illusionist in American comics

Chapter 22 Reality and Illusion



Luke's bar is still the same, with so few customers no matter day or night.

Lu Xixian pushed open the bar door, and instantly a pungent smell rushed into his nose.

It was a stink comparable to an old lady's footcloth.

"Oh my God, Danny!"

"How many days have you not showered?"

"sky!"

"Sorry, please change units!"

"moon?"

"No, Nian!"

Scary Danny has never taken a bath since he started practicing with his master, Thunder God.

Of course, if you include the rain, it's a different story.

Tony's place also has a good ventilation system to help disperse the smell, but when it comes to Luke's bar, the smell can only be driven away manually.

The last few people couldn't stand it anymore, so they protested together and asked Danny to clean up.

Without Danny's presence, the few people did not discuss business matters first, and gradually the topic came to Kingpin.

"The Holy Stone Gang has been annexed, and the Tombstone guy is nowhere to be seen."

"Rumors say that the other party is recovering from his injuries."

Several people present had a deep understanding of how strong the beast-turned-Jinpin was. It was a feeling of oppression that was no worse than that of Obadiah.

A villain leader who was originally at the pinnacle of mankind suddenly gained more powerful power. His next goal was also very simple, which was to feed his desire for power.

From the fact that the other party ran for mayor during the day and cleaned up his competitors at night, it can be seen that Kingpin was living a very carefree life at the moment.

"Beast souls are not without their weaknesses, just like mice are afraid of cats."

"You can find Kingpin's weaknesses from his animal nature."

Lu Xixian gave his own proposal. Although this proposal was strange, after all, Jin Bing's changes at this moment were inseparable from "his" help.

"Are you still looking for traces of that senior brother?"

"Do you need help"

Jessica thought of that night, when the two stood up from the broken house, and the shadows displayed behind them made her realize what a miracle was for the first time.

But it was also inferred from the battle between the two that Jessica discovered that the person in front of her was probably not Dan Chenzi's opponent.

"It's not needed for the time being, but you can help me keep an eye on the news."

"As Kingpin's temporary partner, my senior brother may take action against you."

The Defenders can be considered a thorn in Kingpin's side, and the opponent will definitely not mind getting rid of a few people as long as there is a chance.

Lu Xixian is now in a state of letting go of Dan Chenzi's phantoms. As long as the other party does not interfere with his general plan direction, he can deal with the rest as he likes.

So he didn't know what Jin Bin would do after that.

However, this also allowed Lu Xixian to experience a bit of unplanned fun.

"By the way, just in case, I can give you some help."

"Just treat it as payment for hiring you for a short period of time."

Help, several people were confused, and then they saw Lu Xixian taking out a series of talismans and seals from his pocket.

The talisman is about a palm thick and is divided into three neat stacks.

"This is a light body charm that can make your body faster and lighter."

"This is a healing charm. Anyone who is missing an arm or leg can try it."

"The last one is the magic weapon talisman, which can increase the damage of your weapons."

As he spoke, Lu Xixian picked up the wine glass on the side, put the magic weapon talisman on it, and then moved to the table and chairs nearby.

Several people only saw a golden light passing by, and the tables and chairs not far away had been turned into pieces.

This is just a wine glass without edges. If it were a real sharp weapon, it would be even more powerful.

"Amazing! Please forgive my lack of description."

"It's indeed magical. Is this Penglai's magic?"

Luke held the wine glass and sighed at the vastness of the world. This also reminded him of Danny, who also had strange powers.

"By the way, Danny said his master is from Kunlun"

"What is the relationship between Kunlun and Penglai?"

Looking at the talisman in front of her, Jessica asked humbly.

"It should be regarded as an alliance. For a long time before, Kunlun was also a member of the fight against Jiuyou."

"But in the follow-up, Kunlun has new responsibilities."

Danny, who had already finished taking a shower, walked in and explained to several people.

Danny's explanation also allowed several people to learn about news other than Earth for the first time.

At the same time, he was also more curious about Jiuyou.

"I have heard about Jiuyou more than once."

"Mr. Lu, you should not hesitate to answer our questions."

Matt turned the glass and looked at Lu Xixian, who was lazily moving.

"Of course, I just like to be a teacher."

“Answering other people’s questions is one of my hobbies.”

Lu Xixian said and looked at Danny aside. The memory implant could only last for a short time, but it was enough. As long as he could find Kunlun, Sanshan Overseas would add a new partner.

Just like Nick Fury's explanation, Lu Xixian also demonstrated it to several people, followed by a long silence.

"It seems like we need to act as soon as possible."

"That's right, the consequences of Jiuyou's resurgence are much more serious than those of Jin Bin."

"Well, it seems that I need to make an appointment with the master later. This news is too important."

Unlike old foxes like Nick, the Defenders were easier to deceive, and with Danny's evidence, they were even more convinced of Lu Xixian's words.

After a brief discussion with several people, Lu Xixian was ready to leave.

But before getting up, Matt voiced another question.

"I don't know if you are paying attention."

"In the battle with Obadiah, the opponent's strength instantly increased when he wore armor."

"Especially when mastering the dual swords, the skills used by the opponent are no longer human."

This is a doubt that Matt has always wanted to understand clearly. During the battle that day, as a bystander, he discovered a lot of strange things.

"When you said that, I remembered it."

"Later you suggested blocking the view, and Obadiah's strength dropped instantly."

As a human shield that resists damage, Luke has a deep understanding of Obadiah's changes. Even now, he can feel pain in his abdomen, which is the wound left by the sword in Obadiah's hand.

Although it has healed now, the memory of the pain remains.

"So, there was another person on the battlefield at that time?"

"That's right, a man who manipulated Obadiah!"

As a detective, Jessica deduced the reason that was most consistent with the actual situation.

At this time, Lu Xixian began to applaud in her heart.

Who said his little leeks are stupid? Take a look and see. Isn't this very smart?

Sir Silver was hiding in the dark at first, and that was the first time the other party made a move. Unexpectedly, Matt would find clues so quickly.

"So I have reason to suspect that someone else was involved."

"And it's very possible that he's from Jiuyou."

Matt has seen a lot of strange abilities. Even the leaders of the Hand claim to be immortal. So there is nothing surprising when someone with the ability to control others appears in front of him.

The only problem is the source of the other party's identity.

And now there are conflicts with several people. It seems that the only organization capable of giving birth to such people is the mysterious Jiuyou.

"It's possible. I'll go to the site to see it later."

"If they are from Jiuyou, it will be very troublesome for you to deal with them."

"Leave it to me"

The best way to integrate into a group is to make contributions. At this moment, Lu Xixian simply took over this task.

Check yourself, isn't this equivalent to the left hand hitting the right hand?

"In that case, leave it to Mr. Lu"

"We'll deal with Kingpin's matter for the time being."

The brief conversation ended, and Lu Xixian was the first to leave.

Looking at the back of the taxi, Luke said.

"What do you think of Mr. Lu?"

"Justice and responsibility"

Jessica blinked and commented.

“Reliable, even gives me a feeling like an elder”

Matt thought for a while and gave his own evaluation.

"Well, I'm not sure. After all, we just met."

"But I feel the other person's strength, especially the other person's anger."

“Pure and long-lasting”

Danny concluded.

Reno Church, a site in a remote corner of Staten Island, New York, once served as an almshouse.

But now it is deserted and no one even comes here anymore.

But today, a figure wearing a black coat and holding a long staff came to the cemetery behind the church. In his other hand, he held a white chrysanthemum.

"Old friend, I'm here to see you again."

"I took in a new apprentice, and he is a bit useless, even stupid."

"But it's still hard work. I took him to practice for two years, but he still can't fully activate the power of the Iron Fist."

"Compared to you, he is far behind"

After clearing away the weeds next to the cemetery, Lei Gong sat aside with uncontrollable nostalgia in his eyes.

This was where he grew up, but it's now in ruins.

Every time he came to New York, he would come to this place. It had been two years since the last time he came to pay homage.

Maybe it was because he was getting old, and at this moment Lei Gong missed the past years, until a beeping sound sounded.

Lei Gong reached for his belt and took out a pager that had long since been eliminated, with a few words displayed on it.

Master, come quickly, it’s a big deal.

The characters were not fully displayed, and it took Lei Gong a long time to recognize them.

"Goodbye, old friend"

"I'll see you next time"

Lei Gong stood up and left. On the tombstone were the names of the mourners.

Orson Randall.

He is the 65th Iron Fist and the most special Iron Fist.

As a being who once protected Kunlun, he did not have a decent resting place after his death.

"Don't worry, Orson."

"When I come here next time, I will bring the head of the Emperor of Heaven."

"I will sacrifice you with his blood!"

Lei Gong turned around, his eyes filled with uncontrollable thunder.

In Chinatown, Danny picked up a piece of braised pork with the chopsticks in his hand, and then swallowed it with satisfaction.

Opposite him was Lei Gong who was drinking tea.

“Jiuyou, I’ve never heard of it.”

"However, Penglai does exist, but the immortals above have left the earth."

"How do you know this?"

Lei Gong was confused. Danny had not been on Kunlun for a long time and the library had not been opened to him. How did he know these things?

"You haven't heard of it, it's impossible."

"Didn't you tell me that?"

Putting down his chopsticks, Danny's thoughts were a little confused.

Lei Gong also noticed something was wrong with the other party, and was about to continue asking, but then he found that Danny in front of him gradually stopped.

Danny was not the only one. When Thunder King walked out of the room, he found that everyone had stopped.

The world seemed to be completely still at this moment.

Ta, tap, tap, the sound of solid footsteps echoed in the ears, Lei Gong raised the long staff in his hand, and as the lightning emerged, the long staff turned into a purple-green sword.

"Pretend to be a ghost!"

Holding the handle of the knife with both hands, Lei Gong shouted loudly, and the vigorous sword energy turned into a dragon shape covering the sky and spread towards the surroundings.

But after the sword energy dissipated, the stillness still existed.

The difference was that a tall figure appeared in front of him.

"You have practiced Qi very well, and you are considered a master among strangers."

Wearing a slender white cane and a crisp blue suit, Lu Xixian looked at Lei Gong with a smile.

But what he got in exchange was not an answer, but a series of sword flashes.

But no matter how Thunder God chopped, there was always a figure standing in front of him, getting closer and closer as time passed.

"True and false, false and true"

"How do you know that the person you hit is real?"

"Also, why do you think you are alive now?"

The psychedelic words echoed in his ears, and Lei Gong's eyes began to become empty, and he began to think about whether he was alive or dead.

Feeling the strong heartbeat in his body, Lei Gong shouted loudly.

"Who are you? Of course I'm still alive."

But this affirmation was met with rebuttal.

"No, you are dead"

"Now look at yourself"

Lei Gong's vision went up and he noticed that the standing figure looked so familiar.

"This seems to be me"

Then he closed his eyes forever.

Not a trace of pain.

Denying the true, confirming the false, and replacing the true with the false, this is Lu Xixian's illusion.

Whether Lei Gong is alive or dead has been determined from the moment he enters the illusion.

Outside, Danny looked at his master and asked.

"Do you know Jiuyou?"

"Of course I know, it's a sinful place."

Lei Gong looked at Danny, with a familiar smile on his lips.


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