Chapter 182 : END?
The world line has been completely altered!
Numerous bystanders gazed at Barry Allen as if he were a monstrous entity!
Even the most esteemed figures across the globe displayed shock in their eyes!
In the realm of DC with The Flash, the fear was palpable!
Almost everyone was trembling with terror!
Indeed, the fear instilled by the other party was far more chilling than that of the Dark Superman!
At least with the former, one could anticipate their demise!
But now, envision this: you drift off to sleep one night and never awaken again!
For in this world, your existence has been erased from the annals of history!
You've never been born in the fabric of time!
Your very being has been utterly obliterated!
Your parents, your beloved, your comrades—none retain any memory of your existence!
Such a notion is truly chilling!
In the DCEU world...
Within the tapestry of fate, Bruce wears a grave expression upon his countenance!
The specter of this horrifying future chills him to the core!
He once held unwavering faith in the world, finding solace in the camaraderie of his fellow heroes!
But now...
Witnessing the clash between the Dark Superman, Aquaman, and Wonder Woman, instigated by Barry's alteration of the past, Bruce realizes the gravity of the situation!
He must contemplate the possibility of heroes spiraling out of control and endeavor to rectify this cataclysmic event!
Surely, this task will prove arduous beyond measure!
Yet, there exists a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos—Bruce knows that Superman harbors another weakness!
There must be some unique rationale behind the confinement of Superman within that prison bathed in crimson light!
[Within the confines of the prison, Barry gazes upon the feeble figure of Superman before him, his expression perplexed.]
[Superman, in turn, regards him with a furrowed brow before speaking,]
"Who are you?"
[Given the myriad alterations, Barry comprehends that they have not crossed paths in this altered timeline, and Superman remains oblivious to his identity!]
"Clark, why are you imprisoned here?"
[Not sure what's going on with Superman anymore, but Barry didn't just rush out; he asked first!"
[However, the next moment brought unexpected disdain from Superman:]
"Get lost, speedster. I don't need your help."
Barry was completely blindsided, unable to grasp the situation at all.
[But then, at that moment, a familiar energy surged!]
[Speed Force!? Barry's surprise made him turn back, only to witness a streak of silver-white lightning!]
[And in the blink of an eye, a figure clad in silver metal armor materialized before him!
[Emblazoned on the chest of the figure was a lightning emblem!
Barry's mouth twitched, a sense of powerlessness gripping his heart as he questioned the integrity of the Speed Force!)
"Who are you?" Barry asked, his tone tinged with frustration!
[Yet, there was no response from the other side!
A cold, mechanical voice emanated from the silver armor
"Target identified: Barry Allen of Midtown. You've jeopardized the world!!"
[As the voice echoed, the emblem on the chest of the silver armor swiftly transformed!]
[Wonder Woman's insignia, Green Lantern's symbol, Aquaman's mark)
[And when the transformation ceased, an 'S' emblem gleamed brightly!!]
[In the next instant, searing beams shot from the eyes of the silver armor!)
Outside the Batcave, Bruce felt a shiver down his spine, nearly shouting out in alarm!
Who is this!?
And if his hunch was correct, this armor, or rather this automaton, possessed the combined abilities of all those symbols!
This spells trouble!
[The scene faded to darkness, only to illuminate Barry Allen emerging from the void!
[He appeared disheveled, anguish etched across his features!)
[Before him stood a man, horror etched into his expression!]
"Who are you!?"
[Barry didn't respond to the man's inquiry. Instead, he swiftly approached, seizing the man's neck and demanded:]
"Speak! What's your name!?"
[Under the threat of imminent danger, the man hastily divulged:]
"Thawne! Eobard Thawne!!!"
[Hearing the name, Barry's eyes flickered with a moment of recognition, swiftly followed by a somber and complex expression!]
[Then, after a deep breath, he uttered with a tremor in his voice:]
"Eobard Thawne, I need you to help me take someone down!"
"Who?" the man asked, trembling with fear!
[Barry suddenly appeared tormented, and after a prolonged moment of silence, he hoarsely confessed:]
"...my mother."
DCEU World!
Off-screen, Barry Allen slumped to the ground weakly upon hearing those words!
In the twisted smile of the Reverse Flash, he already foresaw the inevitable outcome.
To alter the future, Barry must watch as his mother falls victim to the Reverse Flash's hand.
In a secluded chamber, Henry Allen's eyes brimmed with anguish.
He didn't hold resentment towards Barry; instead, he lamented the cruel hand fate had dealt them.
How could a son be burdened with such a choice?
It seemed more tormenting than the depths of hell itself.
As Barry uttered those words, tears welled up in the eyes of countless viewers.
The depth of the Flash's despair was unfathomable.
Among them, Barry from the DC Main universe felt the weight most profoundly, having traversed this path before.
Beside him, Sisko's accusatory gaze softened into one of remorse.
Initially critical of Barry, he now recognized the immense suffering the speedster endured.
[The scene shifts abruptly, revealing Barry emerging from the void!]
[Once again, the timeline undergoes a transformation, returning to a familiar setting!]
[Here lies the world where unity triumphed over Steppenwolf!]
[Arthur resumes his reign as the sovereign of Atlantis!]
[Superman maintains his dual identity as a journalist at the Daily Planet, while Lois awaits the results of a pregnancy test!]
[Wonder Woman relentlessly pursues intel on Darkseid, scouring the remnants of ancient gods!]
[Green Lantern Hal embarks on his journey back to Earth!]
[Kong and Bruce collaborate within the Hall of Justice, designing a monumental watchtower!]
(But is everything truly as it seems?)
[In an instant, Gotham's skyline comes into view, where the Joker schemes amidst his maniacal laughter!]
[Clutching a vial of fear toxin, he taunts with glee:]
["Thank me, Batman! I've arranged a special surprise just for you this time!"]
[As the Joker's laughter echoes, the screen fades to black.]
P.S.: The Flash's storyline was penned and sealed.
The final scene featuring the Joker foreshadows the inception of Injustice, where Superman, weakened by kryptonite, succumbs to fear gas and inadvertently causes Lois's demise, triggering his descent into tyranny. This culminates in the iconic moment when Superman confronts the Joker, holding him aloft before Batman.
While tempted to expand upon this narrative, its complexity proves too daunting for brevity's sake.
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