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Chapter 281 The Hairless Bastard (Please subscribe, read, vote and comment!)
Martin did not torture anyone. After waking someone up, he used mind control techniques to ask the simplest questions.

The mind control technique used by Jedi Knights can discover people's inner thoughts and control their behavior through the Force.

Of course, the Jedi Order had strict rules on the use of mind control, and Martin did not make many changes to them even when he created the New Jedi Order.

Only those who use the Force and a few ordinary people with strong will can resist the control of the Force. Some people who have studied the Force in depth can also use the Force to create illusions, but they cannot change the existence of reality.

Emperor Palpatine was one of them. He was so skilled in the use of the Force that he could even completely hide his identity as a Sith Lord from the Jedi Council.

The dark force users that Martin faced were certainly no match for Emperor Palpatine, and it was even more impossible for them to implant memories in ordinary people's heads without leaving any traces.

"Who is your boss?"

Being in a gang is all about reputation. Without a reputation, no one will come to join you. Without anyone to join you, you can't seize territory, transport goods, and you can't guarantee a good life.

So as long as you ask a name, you can find the other party's lair by following the name.

International Gang, Bruno Manheim!
More than a dozen people uttered these two names, and under the mind control technique, they all revealed their fear and awe of this name.

Martin quickly recalled that he had heard of this name when he was in Kandak and had warned Superman to be careful of the gangsters that grew up in Metropolis.

Now that he heard the name again, he finally realized that this so-called "International Gang" was far more ambitious than he had imagined.

"This Mannheim is really ambitious. He even crossed the entire United States and came to Los Angeles to expand his strength."

Martin muttered quietly, then looked at the attacker who was controlled by the mind control technique and asked:
"Where are the weapons you use made?"

"I don't know. The weapons were sent to us by the higher-ups. We don't know where the higher-ups found these weapons, but there are rumors that Boss Bruno is working with aliens."

alien!
Although this reason sounds like a conspiracy theory, it is the most reliable inference on Earth in this world.

At least the blasters these guys are using are from the Star Wars universe, which is even more unbelievable than aliens.

Then, Martin asked a lot of questions, including the composition of the other party, their temporary location, and their other tasks, but the attackers knew nothing about any of them.

They act in groups and there is no horizontal connection between the groups.

Although there was a temporary base, it was just a tent set up in the ruins, with food, water and weapons prepared inside.

The tasks were issued on a temporary basis. Once the orders were given from above, they would act according to them without asking any other questions.

"Another tough opponent!"

Martin waved the attackers away to the camp to surrender.

He was really curious about how the gangs on this earth trained their thugs to the level of an organization like a military. It was really outrageous!
"Arthur, how is the communication system prepared?"

Martin called Arthur's name and got a grumble.

"Martin, Martin, you have really caused me so much trouble!"

Arthur's complaining voice flew out of the speaker like waves: "I thought you came to me for good, but you dragged me to do hard labor!"

"Others may not know, but you don't! This may seem like just a communication system, but it's actually about defining the responsibilities of each department within the alliance and dividing the importance of each person."

"You don't come yourself, and let me do it. You are putting me on the fire!"

Arthur is a very qualified prince. Although he usually behaves careless and looks like a sea savage, he immediately shows his abilities when he encounters real problems.

The others, including Superman, were foolish enough to think that Martin was just going to set up a communications system.

But Arthur has seen through the deeper meaning of Martin's actions, which is to transform the Justice League from a club into a truly combat-capable collective.

"How could I push you out alone to be cannon fodder?"

Martin actually had an idea about this matter a long time ago: "Of course, Batman and I should take the lead in this matter. But Batman needs to deal with the pressure from the outside world on the league. My special situation is here. Before most people in the league realize my identity, it is difficult to do anything."

Martin is a fearless person. Nothing can stop him from moving forward, and he has a lot of ideas.

Batman is determined and his reputation has spread all over the world. He has a high reputation among superhumans. Diana has been hiding for too long and almost no one knows him. Superman's personality is too far away. Although he can make everyone like him, he can't be ruthless at the critical moment.

The others all have flaws of one kind or another, and they don't even have the awareness to unite others, let alone steer the Justice League.

"So you just pushed me out to protect you from the bullets?"

"I thought we were good friends. I didn't expect you to be so cruel to me. I'm so disappointed!"

Arthur was heartbroken, as if he was beating his chest and stamping his feet, as if Martin had done something unscrupulous to him.

"Stop pretending. It's no exaggeration to describe the superheroes in the league as innocent. They don't even realize what this incident means, so why would they quarrel with you?"

Martin rolled his eyes and didn't buy into Arthur's rhetoric at all.

"You only need to start. Once the framework within the alliance is finalized through this operation, I will take over. I will never let you take the blame for me, and I will not disturb you from taking over the position of King of Atlantis."

"Screw you!"

Arthur felt uncomfortable whenever this matter was mentioned. Even though he knew his mother was still alive, he still had no good feelings towards Atlantis.

"You and I have offended two kings, Orm and Nereus, at once. Those guys patrolling the seabed all day long want to skin me alive and treat me like a shitty king."

"So, just work for me honestly! Bruce will never treat you unfairly."

Martin laughed twice.

"Tsk tsk tsk"

Arthur challenged Martin and said, "You are such a gigolo, why don't you just marry Batman?"

"The Wayne Group's money should not be wasted. Instead of giving it to those executives to play tricks on the financial market to make money, it is better to do something practical to support our just cause!"

Bruce, the big boss, doesn't care and is even eager to provide funding to the alliance. Why should those working for the Wayne family be in such a hurry?

Isn't it the case that the emperor is not anxious, but the eunuch is!

"Of course, this kind of thing can't last forever. We have to separate ourselves from the Wayne Group little by little, but that's a story for later!"

Martin strayed from the topic while talking, but when he realized it, he immediately brought the subject back.

"You've led me astray. I came to you to ask about the International Gang!"

"International Gang?"

Arthur's voice became doubtful. He was silent for a few seconds, then called Barry's name again, and then there was a result: "According to our investigation, it was mainly Batman's database. Superman was too reckless and didn't investigate the situation in Metropolis at all."

"Let's get down to business!"

Martin reminded Arthur, bringing him back to the main topic.

"Oh! The leader of the International Gang is Bruno Mannheim, a second-generation Finnish immigrant. His family is ordinary and unremarkable. He graduated from the Archaeology Department of Metropolitan University. He suddenly rose to prominence ten years ago and has special technologies in his hands, especially weapons."

"Relying on special weapons, he quickly climbed to the position of Metropolitan Councillor. He had unusual dealings with the Luther Group and often traded various weapons."

Lex Luthor!
Martin frowned, "That hairless bastard, I spared his life, but he didn't think about cherishing his life and doing some good things. He even dared to provoke me, he really doesn't know what's good for him!"

"I know. Just keep working. If anyone causes trouble, just let him come to me!"

Martin hung up the phone and started looking for other members of the International Gang.

Luthor must be found, the dark force user must not be let go, and Bruno Mannheim must also be eradicated.

But before that, he had to find out all the groups operating in Los Angeles and eliminate them one by one to deter those guys with ulterior motives.

　Happy Saturday, another day of hard work and updates. Today is a good day, I will update more!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)