American comics: Enlightenment in Arkham, Ascension to Homelander.

Chapter 46 It’s so annoying!

"Can I take this as a compliment, sis? You are so funny! Hahahaha!!!"

Downton burst into laughter at Martha's words. As he laughed, he grabbed the nearest frying pan and naturally placed it in front of his crotch.

Looking at Downton's actions, Martha first smiled kindly, and then couldn't help rolling her eyes.

"I really like you calling me elder sister. This is the first time I hear you call me that. It makes me feel a lot younger.

But young man, we only had two frying pans at home, and now there is only one left!"

After she finished speaking, Martha patted Clark's arm and gave him some instructions.

“Don’t worry, take our guest to get a change of clothes.

He looks about your age, or maybe a little older?
I can't tell the age of Asian people, young man, how old are you this year?"

"Twenty-five, just graduated less than two years ago."

Donton agreed with a smile.

“What about your son? Who is older between us?

By the way, I’m Downton, Downton from Downton Abbey, and what about him, what’s his name, Clarke something?”

"Clark Kent!"

Clark took over Donton's questions and came to Donton, pointing to him in the direction of the bedroom.

"Come with me, I'll take you to change your clothes."

“No problem, but what about your age? Why don’t you tell me?
I see, it seems that I am indeed older than you, little brother, have you graduated from college?"

While following Clark, Downton started to chat with Clark in a familiar manner.

In response to Downton's courtesy, Clark gave a mechanical response.

"I'm twenty-three. Although I'm a little younger than you, I've graduated for two years."

"Oh?"

Donton patted Clark's clothes and teased softly.

"It's been two years since you graduated, so what? You're wearing the work clothes of a gas station. If you do this right after graduating from college, then you've wasted your college education."

"I……"

Clark's face turned red with embarrassment. Although this Downton looked kind, he was not as evil as the military said.

But his mouth... is so annoying!
Clark took a depressed breath and then explained to Downton.

“I’m not limited to looking for a job at a gas station, but I prefer to stay close to home and take care of my mom.

My family has a farm, and Martha can't take care of it all by herself. The job of a gas station attendant is just a part-time job for me while helping out on the farm!"

"Oh, I understand then."

Tang nodded in understanding, then spoke to Clark earnestly.

"You're just a jerk, Clark!"

"what?"

Clark was confused by what Downton said and he quickly shook his head.

"How could I possibly be relying on my parents for support? I have already taken on most of the work on the farm, and I can also do odd jobs outside to earn some money. I definitely am not relying on my parents for support!"

"Don't get excited, man. I didn't say it's bad to be dependent on your parents. Besides, I can't even if I want to be dependent on my parents now because I will never see my family again, Clark."

"Ah this..."

As soon as Downton finished speaking, Clark's face suddenly became embarrassed. He lowered his head slightly, and while he was immersed in the sorrow of losing his father, he spoke to Downton with empathy.

"I'm sorry, Donton, I don't know...

But I can understand you. I also lost my father and it was a really terrible feeling.

And you, you lost...all your family?
No wonder……"

At this moment, Clark felt that he understood Downton.

His super brain was working frantically, and he was acting out a bloody drama full of love, hatred, and vengeance for Downton in his mind.

Perhaps it was because of the departure of his family that a seemingly mild-mannered and talkative person like Downton became a vicious guy described by the military!
Clark even guessed the reason why Downton's family left. It must be full of power-for-money transactions or capital suppression. Maybe Downton's family simply died at the hands of the military!
For a moment, Clark looked at Donton with sympathy in his eyes. Facing Clark's sympathetic eyes, Donton chuckled and asked.

"What's so surprising?"

Having said that, Downton suddenly stopped and put his hand on Clark's shoulder.

Against Clark's slightly accelerated heartbeat, Donton continued to ask.

"You seem to know some news, as if you are not surprised by my sudden appearance!"

“No, no, no, I don’t mean anything else, I just mean… no wonder you chose to run naked on the road like you are now, and even secretly ran naked into my house.

As for your sudden appearance, isn't that some kind of magic? Anyway, I still haven't asked you what you are doing in my house!

Don’t tell me you fell from the sky. My mother is naive and could be easily fooled by you, but I won’t!

Hey man, have you seen my muscles? I advise you not to have any bad thoughts towards our family!!!"

Clark raised his biceps towards Downton, then waited nervously for Downton's response.

He didn't want his secret to be known by someone like Downton.

Looking at Clark who was trying hard to cover up, Downton grinned in amusement.

He is indeed a superman of only 23 years old, so immature.

You know, apart from works like Smallville.

In most movies, TV shows and comics, Superman starts his career at the age of 33.

Why does he always debut at the age of 33?
Because Jesus also made his debut at the age of thirty-three.

In some ways, Superman can be called the Son of God in DC.

So if nothing unexpected happens, this superman in front of him will be able to see through life and the world only after he is 33 years old, and then choose his life path and never stop.

And now, Clark, who is only 23 years old, how should we put it? The super brain contained in his skull is actually closer to the brain of a scholar like Wei Shen.

It's just quite...pure.

So Donton patted his arm gently and said.

“I was just asking casually, and look at you, you almost want to take out your underwear to prove something to me.

You're only making me more suspicious, kid!"

"No, I'm not trying to prove anything, I just..."

After hearing what Downton said, Clark hurriedly wanted to say something, but Downton interrupted him directly.

"Yes, yes, you didn't try to prove it, and I don't care whether you know anything or not."

Donton raised his foot and kicked Clark's butt, then continued.

"Hurry up and help me change my clothes, man. I owe you a favor this time.

When I finish the work at hand, I will send someone to deliver the clothes and money to your house.

Believe me, it will be a lot of money, and you deserve it, and it’s time for you to improve your life.”

After saying that, Donton kicked Clark in the butt again, and his action made Clark frown in dissatisfaction.

However, Clark finally brought Downton to his room and found a set of his own clothes for Downton.

Clark is 191cm tall, only four centimeters taller than Downton, and his clothes fit him perfectly.

So not long after, Downton appeared in the Kent family's yard wearing jeans, sneakers, and only a short-sleeved white sweatshirt on his upper body.

Looking at Downton's expression, Martha smiled and nodded.

"You look just like my son. You're both equally strong and can hold up your clothes beautifully."

“Thank you for the compliment, Sister Martha, I will return the clothes to you in a few days, along with my thoughts.

But I need Clark's help. I have urgent business to get to a nearby town.

So, Clark, would you mind giving me a ride?"

(End of this chapter)