American Comics: Multiverse of Madness

355. The Open Plot – Driving the Tiger to Devour the Wolf.

"Cough... Al... Alex, you... cough..."

Amidst the ruins on the plains, Kara struggled to stand, looking at Alex, who was supporting her. She tried to speak but was too severely injured—each attempt sent a burning pain through her chest.

"Don't talk; just relax."

Alex raised his hand, casting two healing spells as he looked at the bloodied Kara with concern.

At this moment, Kara looked nothing like her usual heroic self. Fighting Darkseid was far tougher than facing General Zod; each of Darkseid's punches had the intent to kill. Though their fight hadn't lasted long, every blow Darkseid landed had struck Kara's head directly. Had it not been for her Kryptonian resilience, Kara wouldn't have survived even one hit.

"I... I can still fight," Kara said resolutely, wiping the blood from her face as she stood.

"It's not necessary, Kara. Leave the rest to me. You've already done more than enough."

Alex wasn't just flattering Kara. Darkseid's full-force assault—two punches and a headbutt, all aimed at her face—would have left even Superman dazed.

"No, I can't leave you here alone."

Kara looked at the aftermath of the battle that had already destroyed two hills, filled with worry.

The fight between Darkseid and Trigon had become a life-or-death struggle. One wanted to kill and assimilate the other into Apokolips, while the other simply wanted to end the fight and escape. Both were among the most powerful beings in the universe, and the intensity of their battle was reshaping the landscape itself.

And Alex was just a wizard. While magic was powerful, his physical resilience was no different from an ordinary person. Kara was truly concerned that Alex, now nearly drained, might be caught in the battle's crossfire.

"Don't worry. I'm not alone, and this is just the final stage. You staying here won't help, especially with how hurt you are. You should rest."

Alex patted Kara's head and used his remaining magic to cast a final healing spell, stabilizing her injuries.

"But…"

Kara wanted to say more.

"Trust me. Believe in me, alright?"

Knowing that Kara was worried, Alex softened his tone.

Realizing she couldn't change his mind, Kara fell silent. After everything they had been through, she trusted Alex to keep himself safe.

"...Please, be careful."

"Don't worry."

Alex smiled and nodded, then, in his mind, called out to Miss Minutes.

"Open a portal and send her away."

[Acknowledged. Consuming power...]

As soon as Miss Minutes responded, a rectangular purple barrier opened behind Kara.

The previous exchange spell had been used to swap Trigon for Earth's humans. This "humans" category included most beings related to humanity, such as cyborgs, mutants, and regular humans. However, high-combat Kryptonians like Kara were clearly excluded, so Alex had to use the Time Controller to send her back to the Wasteland Universe.

Watching Kara reluctantly enter the portal, looking back repeatedly, Alex couldn't help but let out a deep sigh.

"Not a bad plan."

A slightly sinister and sly voice came from behind Alex. Without turning, Alex knew exactly who it was.

"I should 'thank' you, Constantine."

The name "King of Tricks" was well-earned. As Alex turned, Constantine's figure materialized in a flash of golden light.

"To be honest, I never imagined a universe could contain beings this powerful."

Constantine looked at the Ultimate Eraser in his hand, finding it hard to believe that something resembling a lighter held such immense power.

"There's a lot you don't know," Alex shrugged. "This thing only works in its own universe; here, it's useless."

"I noticed. I just tried to erase both Darkseid and Trigon, and nothing happened."

Constantine sighed, lighting a cigarette as he handed the Ultimate Eraser back to Alex, taking out his own lighter instead.

"What's the next step?"

"The next step, huh…"

Alex muttered to himself, lifting his gaze toward the sky.

His sight gradually expanded, momentarily transcending the boundaries of space. Through a massive, terrifying, jagged rift in the sky, Alex saw an indescribably monstrous entity stretching out its hands, trying to grip the edges of the rift and enter through it.

"The main event has arrived."

Alex swallowed, speaking in a low voice.

At his words, Constantine raised an eyebrow, then looked up in the same direction as Alex. Sure enough, he saw two immense golden lights, like eyes, peering into this world from the other side of the rift.

The cigarette Constantine had just lit fell slowly to the ground as he stared, horrified, at the indescribably strange entity.

As the "Hellblazer," who frequently dealt with beings from heaven and hell, Constantine had encountered powerful entities before, but this was the first time he'd seen one manifest in the flesh.

"This... this is…"

Alex, expecting Constantine's shock, spread his hands with a helpless shrug.

"Ah, that's the Planet Eater."

In fact, many didn't know the true form of the Planet Eater, which was actually an indescribable mass of light. Its appearance as a massive purple-faced giant was just a "passive disguise." To different people, the Planet Eater looked entirely different, and to beings like Alex, it appeared as the "Earthly" version they were most familiar with—a terrifying giant resembling the Celestials in purple armor.

Within the rift, the Planet Eater's body was slowly taking shape. Surrounding it, countless starships of the interstellar fleet from the Church began pouring out. Protected by the Planet Eater's cosmic energy, they could pass through the barrier between the two universes with ease.

Trigon, who had been pummeling Darkseid into the ground, suddenly felt a sense of foreboding. As the ground grew shadowed under a massive figure, Trigon instinctively sensed the looming threat.

Meanwhile, Darkseid, on the ground blocking Trigon's attacks and looking for an opportunity to counter with Omega Beams, also saw the terrifyingly huge figure slowly emerging from the rift.

The immense pressure was overwhelming. Both Trigon and Darkseid halted their movements, feeling a sudden lack of desire to continue fighting.

"What the hell is that thing?"

Darkseid stared with blood-red eyes, his confusion momentarily overtaking his shock.

Trigon's expression was equally grim; it had noticed that its escape route back to the Wasteland was blocked by this monstrous entity, and the sight of the all-encompassing interstellar fleet had left it feeling hopeless.

At the same time, it felt a bit relieved—at least it hadn't made a break for it immediately, or it would've charged straight into the face of that creature.

"I'd guess this is the backer that damned dimensional lord was relying on."

Hearing Trigon's words, Darkseid turned slightly.

"Wasn't it supposed to be you?"

Trigon's blood pressure instantly spiked as it glared at Darkseid, grinding its teeth.

"I only made a deal with him—that damned guy tricked me!"

"…"

Wrong opponent.

Darkseid's expression stiffened a bit, but he certainly wouldn't admit to the mistake.

Watching the Planet Eater slowly climbing from one universe to another, Darkseid raised his hand, and instantly, countless Doomsday-like monsters swarmed into the sky like insects.

"No one dares to invade my world…"

Darkseid said, pausing before glancing over at Trigon beside him.

"If that creature destroys this universe, you won't escape either."

Trigon was enraged but knew there was no other way.

To leave this universe, it would have to break through both the Planet Eater and the interstellar fleet it commanded. Given these circumstances, teaming up with Darkseid was its only option.

"Fine…"

Trigon sighed, standing shoulder to shoulder with Darkseid.

"Let me see just how strong a god from another world can be…"

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