76. Looking for the Unseen Light (Part 1) --- Adding More for the Great Event of Retrieving the Archived Manuscript (2/3)

In m.i.b's Starport, Hal, the Green Lantern in jeans and sunglasses, is seeing off a friend.

It was an alien.

Tall, muscular, with horns on his head, but only one big eye under his forehead, he looks like a cyclops in magical legends.

It should have been quite oppressive.

But because the waist is always bent, and the mouth full of sharp teeth has a naive feeling when he speaks.

In fact, as long as you can bear the stereotyped thinking brought about by this tyrannical appearance, it is easy to find that this guy is actually a very easy-to-get along alien.

It has a simple temper and comes from a sector on the other side of the galaxy

Yes, it's also a Green Lantern.

Like Howl, he holds the guardian force of the will and is a member of a large organization that spans the stars.

This time, it responded to the orders of the guardians of the Green Lantern Corps, crossing the stars with most of the light group, and came to the earth to try to prevent the giant beast from expanding the darkness of the universe.

But as soon as he appeared on the stage, before he had time to attack, he was instantly killed by the giant beast.

This can't be said that the Lantern Heroes are too good, it can only be said that the giant beast is too powerful.

The two are completely different levels of contrast, like ants trying to trip a giant, no matter how confused the giant is, it is completely impossible.

In short, the silly alien in front of Hal did not return to Oa star immediately after the incident.

It was injured when it fell, and it has been recuperating on Earth these days.

Of course, I also followed Hal to appreciate the customs of the earth. These Lanterns like this activity very much, and this one-eyed Lantern is not the only one who stays on the earth.

But the other Green Lanterns don't like being around Hal very much.

On the one hand, Hal Jordan's character is too detached, which does not conform to the usual behavior of the Green Lantern Corps.

In a large group, if you are different from others and you refuse to change after repeated admonitions, then don’t blame others for isolating you.

On the other hand, because the process of Hal Joel becoming Green Lantern is unique.

In fact, by now, the Green Lantern Corps also has its fair share of old Lanterns who don't consider Hal to be one of them.

Plus one last reason.

The Ring of Will in Hal's hand belonged to Abin Su, the most famous hero of the Green Lantern Corps.

That guy is a hero recognized by everyone in the Green Lantern Corps.

The lantern ring that fell into the earth after it failed to challenge Thanos is naturally also a hero's thing, which has special meaning.

And now, this hero's inheritance ring fell into the hands of a bad boy on earth. For those hero admirers, they must examine Hal Jordan with stricter standards.

It's a pity that most of the lantern men don't think that Hal Jordan is qualified to take over Abin Su's lantern ring.

The combination of various reasons made Hal, a young man, quite marginalized in the Green Lantern Corps.

But it doesn't mean that the Lantern Heroes are a bunch of bad guys, it can only be said that the environment is like this.

And Hal is not without friends.

The silly alien in front of him is one of the few Lantern Heroes willing to communicate with Hal.

"I said, your world is really dangerous"

The big alien who looked scary but actually had a good temper rubbed the horn on his head and said to Hal who came to send it back to the stars:

"When I faced the giant beast before, I almost peed my pants in fear. It was so scary. Just watching, let us cut off the connection with the emotional spectrum. This is something that even the guardians can't do."

"right?"

Hal, the Green Lantern wearing sunglasses, laughed and put his hands in his pockets. He raised his head and said to the big man in front of him:

"There are not many such things on Earth, so don't take it as a norm. The guys I usually deal with are far worse than giant beasts. I can deal with some rookies, haha."

"I think so too."

The big one-horned alien shrugged like Hal, and it answered honestly and frankly:

"Everyone knows your abilities. You couldn't even pass the first level of the senior lantern man's test, and no one would think that you would usually deal with opponents like giant beasts."

"But there are actually people on the earth who can fight against the giant beast and win. It's unbelievable."

"Raven."

Green Lantern pursed his lips. He was not angry because of his friend's complaints. Instead, he said in an emotional tone:

"That's a real big shot. He's been targeted by a lot of Earth's heroes, but honestly, I don't think anyone can match him."

"Don't be so pessimistic, Hal."

The big alien looked at the star ticket in his hand, and he smiled naively. He grabbed the two large suitcases at hand, those large-capacity storage boxes produced by the Mechanicus' factory in the world. .

And the box is full of special products of the earth, which are gifts to be taken back home to friends.

There is also this tradition among aliens.

In fact, as long as it is an intelligent life, it is not uncommon to have this custom.

Big Green Lantern, to Hal:

"To be honest, Hal, I have also experienced some things on Earth these days, and I also know the challenges you face on a daily basis. The sector you manage is very barren."

"There are not many intelligent beings, but your experience is also an experience that most lantern men don't have."

"What I mean is, you may have a poor foundation, a bad temper, and even worse popularity, but your progress is obvious to all, at least I have seen it."

The good-natured alien raised his hand to Hal, and it said:

"I will spread what I have seen and heard in Oa Star. I believe that as long as you don't resist us and make friends, more and more Lanterns will face up to your existence, haha you."

"It's not without reason that Abin Su's ring chose you. You also have the potential to become a powerful Lantern Man, even surpassing your predecessor Abin Su."

This sincere blessing made the prodigal son Hal a little embarrassed.

He also raised his hand, and bumped his fists with the big alien. While waving his hands, he watched his rare friends in the Green Lantern Corps enter the starport, and watched the backs of his friends leave.

The young man reached out and pushed the sunglasses, and he let out a long breath.

Why doesn't he want to be recognized by the proud Lantern Heroes?

But this is a process, and Hal doubts whether it will have any results. He has been to Oa himself, and that adventure was bad.

What happened to him on Oa Star made him no longer have the idea of ​​going back to the Green Lantern Corps base camp, nor the desire to be recognized.

It was a place where he was not welcome, and that was the home of all Lanterns.

But not his.

The earth is his home.

He joined the Justice League here, with his best friends Cyborg, Barry, and Arthur.

There are also excellent seniors like Superman, Ms. Diana and Batman who are willing to guide the younger generation.

Hey

Ghosts want to return to a mess of loose sand, and they like to play big names like the Green Lantern Corps!

"Ah, it's time to go home."

Hal stretched his waist in the crowded Starport.

He stretched out his hand to look at the watch on his wrist shaped by green light, thinking about going to some chick's house to have fun tonight.

After all, he is a handsome superhero who has made a name for himself in his hometown of Seaside City. It is not difficult to find a perfect girlfriend, but Hal is a prodigal son, and he has no plans to settle down early like Barry.

"boom"

Hal, who was thinking wildly, lowered his head and walked a few steps, but bumped into something soft head-on.

It is also fragrant, exuding a unique and pleasant perfume smell.

He's in it right away

"Have you smelled enough?"

A cold voice came, waking Hal awake.

He hurriedly took a step back, looking at the black-haired girl in black windbreaker with her left hand in her pocket.

Then, he discovered that the girl had a pair of huge black wings growing from her back.

Like the wings of a bird, with very well-groomed feathers, they were gathering behind her. Not many aliens coming and going noticed this girl's vision.

This proves that this girl is not simple, and not everyone can see her wings.

Although Green Lantern is young, his strength is average.

But anyway, he is considered a first-class hero, and his perception is not bad. He clearly didn't feel that there was someone in front of him before, so it is basically impossible for this low-level mistake to happen to him.

"sorry."

Hal immediately apologized honestly.

He has been a hero on Earth for a long time, and his eyesight has also been tempered.

Although this kind of young lady who is not easy to provoke at first glance is beautiful and has a good temperament, it is better not to provoke it casually.

"no need to say sorry."

The angel sister with black wings looked around, and she looked at Hal Jordan in front of her.

The scrutinizing gaze made Hal feel quite uncomfortable, as if he had returned to the encounter in Oaxing.

And just before Hal's inner discomfort rose to the level of resistance, this strange angel walking in the world pulled his left hand from his pocket.

Only then did Hal notice that the angel had arms fashioned from silver metal.

Relying on the super perception brought by the will lantern ring, Hal easily felt that there were at least 30 high-level seals engraved on that silver arm.

The prosthetic hand itself is a rare magic item, the top one.

"follow me."

Sister Angel hooked her fingers to Hal, took two steps to the left, then held a door lock of the utility room, and gently twisted it open.

She turned her head, made a "please" gesture, and said to Hal:

"The raven is welcome!"

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Hal wondered where the angel was taking him.

But after passing through the door of m.i.b's utility room, the scene that appeared in front of his eyes was definitely not the original room in Starport.

The group of black-clothed agents who specialize in dealing with aliens will not just build a hall with a strong medieval decoration in their own territory.

The hall in front of Hal has a polished and shiny marble floor, and there are many stylish oil paintings hanging on the walls decorated with stained glass.

In the center of the hall, there is a set of sofas, a marble coffee table, and a burning fireplace.

On the sofa, sat a black-haired man who looked about thirty or forty years old, wearing a casual suit, leaning on the sofa with his legs crossed.

He was holding a thick leather book with a chain in his hand, and was reading it like no one else was around.

The black-winged angel who brought Hal into this hall stepped on high-heeled shoes. With the sound of the heels colliding with the ground, she walked quickly to the side of the sofa, put her hands together, bent down in the posture of a servant, and stood behind the man, facing him. said something.

"Your Excellency, someone brought it."

"Um."

Merlin, who was modifying some runes in the Raven Book, was startled awake. He turned his head, looked behind Luther, and saw Hal Jordan standing in front of the hall.

The young man who had met him a few times.

Green Lantern, who was born on the earth, is a best friend with Raven's nephew Barry, and is also a talented superhero who is being taught by good friends Clark and Bruce.

Under the gaze of the raven, Hal moved his body in extreme discomfort.

He felt that he was seen through by the raven.

It's like being naked, exposed to the seemingly gentle but sharp gaze, no, it's worse than this situation.

It was as if neither flesh nor spirit could stop that kind of gaze. Those eyes could reach the depths of his heart and see through all the secrets hidden in his heart.

Fortunately, Raven's gaze didn't last long.

"Trouble you, Luther."

Merlin said to the black-winged angel standing beside him:

"You can go home and rest. You did a good job in the second dynasty of monsters. Keep working hard and strive to become the chief executive officer as soon as possible."

"Well, I will work hard, Majesty, I take my leave."

Currently in charge of being the Raven's spokesman, the silver-handed angel Luther who stayed in the monster dynasty glanced at the Green Lantern behind her. She said goodbye to Lord Raven decently, and then left the mysterious house with her head held high.

The sound of closing the door sounded behind Hal, and then the legendary raven put down the book in his hand and waved to Hal.

"Come on, young man, come over here, let's talk."

Merlin rang the handbell at hand, and soon a ghost servant brought warm and suitable tea and pastries.

Hal walked up to Raven somewhat restrainedly, and sat on the sofa opposite him.

He didn't know the reason why Merlin invited him to come. It couldn't be that Raven saw his talent and felt that he was a talent, so he specially invited him to come and pass him some peerless magic, right?

It's impossible to think about it.

"Hehe, peerless magic or something, I do have it here, but with your detached personality, you may not be able to learn it in a short time."

Merlin's gentle voice interrupted Hal's wild thoughts. He picked up the teacup, blew on it, and then said to the surprised Green Lantern:

"I invited you here because I hope you can cooperate with me to complete a research, or experiment"

Merlin's eyes moved down and landed on the green light ring on Hal's finger, and he said softly:

"About your ring."

"About the Green Lantern Corps, about the emotional spectrum."

"Of course, the lantern ring is the most important treasure of every Lanternman, so I won't let you do it for nothing, Hal, I will give you a corresponding reward, which is what you need most at present."

Raven took a sip of tea and said to Hal Jordan:

"Don't rush to answer, we still have time, so think about it."