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Join Maximus's operation to change Attilan together, and change the world?
Hearing these words, Daisy's eyes flickered with interest.
This was exactly what she wanted.
Just then, Lincoln tugged at her.
Daisy's heart stirred, and she forced herself to calm down.
She sensed that what the other party wanted might deviate slightly from what she pursued.
To make Inhumans the greatest race in the world...
She didn't believe that any one race was "greater" than another. She only wanted other Inhumans to be treated equally, or to use the power of Attilan to shelter them.
She pondered for a moment and asked, "How do you plan to do that?"
"How?" Maximus smiled faintly. "That is something we can discuss after you join us."
"Join... us?"
Daisy murmured, her guard instantly going up.
"It really breaks my heart. I've been so honest with you, yet you're still wary of me? Do you even suspect my true motives?"
Daisy's pupils constricted.
How did he know?
"Telepathy?"
Daisy exclaimed in surprise.
Maximus gave a faint smile. "Your reaction is quite fast."
Telepathy. Professor X?
Lincoln was startled, immediately associating the ability with its most iconic representative.
"Don't worry, my powers can't compare to that bald man," Maximus said indifferently, though his heart felt a bit sour.
If he had the abilities of that bald man, he would have taken over Attilan ages ago. He would have controlled the entire world by now. Would he still need to go through all this trouble?
Lincoln and Daisy's hearts sank.
Things were going to be difficult today.
"No, today's matters will be handled quite easily."
Having read their thoughts again, Maximus revealed a smile.
Seeing this, Lincoln and Daisy cursed inwardly.
This guy really couldn't compare to Professor X's character; he was constantly using his ability to pry into other people's minds.
Only now did they understand how troublesome people with this ability could be, and just how strong Professor X's control over his powers—and his self-restraint—truly was.
"You should know that I can sense all these thoughts of yours, right?"
Maximus's face turned dark. "Stop comparing me to that bald man!"
Daisy and Lincoln felt a bitterness rising in their hearts.
This feeling of not even being able to hide one's own thoughts was truly terrible.
"It's not terrible! This allows us to communicate more sincerely."
The smile on Maximus's face grew even more brilliant.
Seeing through other people's secrets and watching their helpless expressions was simply wonderful.
"In that case? You just mentioned changing Attilan and changing the world. What methods do you intend to use?"
Daisy hummed in thought, staring tightly at Maximus.
"Heh."
Maximus chuckled softly. "These things can't be accomplished just by moving one's lips. How do we do it? Hmm, yes, exactly what you were just thinking."
Hearing this, both of their hearts sank completely as one idea after another flashed through their minds.
"Stop thinking about it. I know you won't cooperate, so..."
"So, you plan to let us go?"
Daisy interjected hurriedly. While pulling Lincoln toward the door, she added, "That's really kind of you! I promise we won't say a word!"
Maximus looked at the two with a gloomy expression and slowly said, "Do you take me for a fool?"
As his words fell, Daisy and Lincoln quickened their pace.
Just then, they felt a sharp pain in their heads and instantly lost control of their bodies.
Did Maximus make his move?
The two were horrified and resisted with all their might.
Electricity flickered across Lincoln's body, while Daisy struggled to raise her hand, aiming it at Maximus.
Maximus grunted in dissatisfaction.
Although his ability was very useful, when used for attacking—especially against powerful individuals like these—its potency was still too weak.
Otherwise, he would have simply found an opportunity to control his brother, Black Bolt.
If this continued, it wouldn't take long for these two to break free from his restraints.
Fortunately, he had a helper.
"Do it, now!"
At his cold shout, a man with an equally sinister appearance walked out from his room.
His eyes held no emotion whatsoever. The moment he appeared, he aimed his hand at Daisy.
He could sense the threat Daisy posed.
But now, Daisy was his.
Thinking of this, a chilling arc formed at the corner of his mouth.
In the next second, massive amounts of black, sand-like insects flew toward Daisy.
Parasitism!
Any Inhuman parasitized by his insects would be "persuaded" to surrender, making the Inhuman willing to work for him.
More importantly, his persuasion was absolute. Betrayal or being awakened by others was impossible. After all, he was created by the Kree as the first leader of the Inhumans.
He was called Hive.
The black parasites enveloped Daisy like a small cloud of black mist.
Seeing this scene, Maximus revealed a smile.
The reason he harbored thoughts of seizing the throne, ruling the Inhumans, and even conquering the world was precisely because he had an ally like Hive.
He had never been a content man.
He was full of ambition, his thoughts ran deep, and he was unwilling to be beneath anyone.
He had always looked down on his brother.
In his eyes, his brother only became the Inhuman King because he had awakened a powerful ability.
Aside from that ability, in what way was he stronger than Maximus?
He was unwilling to accept this; he was filled with resentment.
But he had no recourse, for those were the rules of Attilan.
However, just half a month ago, several blue-skinned Kree found him and said they wanted to cooperate.
The Kree!
As a member of the Royal Family, he naturally knew the origins of the Inhumans.
For the sake of war, the Kree came to Earth to find soldiers. They experimented on humans, and thus, the Inhumans were born.
The fact that the Kree sought him out for cooperation wasn't out of charity; they wanted him to provide Inhuman soldiers for the Kree Empire.
To this, Maximus agreed.
Afterward, the Kree brought Hive, whom they had gone to great lengths to find.
Today was not the first time Hive had taken action.
They had already secretly "persuaded" quite a few Inhumans to surrender.
And because of Daisy's ability, they had long targeted her as a priority.
Unexpectedly, he happened to run into Daisy today.
How could he let such an excellent warrior, delivered right to his doorstep, slip away?
Watching the parasites about to enter Daisy's body, the smile on Maximus's face became increasingly brilliant.
Once he had Daisy, he would have another powerful warrior under his command.
But what Maximus didn't expect was that just as Daisy was about to be parasitized, accompanied by blinding lightning, Lincoln and Daisy broke free from his mental influence and regained their mobility.
Just as Daisy's vibration waves appeared with their unique humming sound, Lincoln slammed into Daisy, knocking her away.
In the next instant, the parasites landed on Lincoln, while the vibration wave that was originally aimed at Maximus flew toward the ceiling.
BOOM!
A large hole was blasted into the roof, and debris began to rain down.
Maximus dodged somewhat wretchedly and looked at Hive beside him.
Hive frowned. "That man blocked it."
As he spoke, he waved his hand, and a large swarm of parasites flew toward Daisy, who was quickly scrambling to her feet.
Daisy was startled.
Although she didn't know what those things were, they were definitely nothing good.
"Lincoln! How are you?"
Daisy shouted loudly. With one hand, she fired shockwaves at the incoming parasites, blasting them away while she rapidly retreated backward.
"Run... go!"
Lincoln shouted with difficulty. His eyes were shifting rapidly, and flashing electricity flew toward Daisy like a thunder snake.
Daisy was shocked and hurriedly dodged.
"Lincoln! What's wrong with you?"
Lincoln didn't say a word. He shook his head and suddenly gave a bitter smile. "Sorry, I was controlled by that bastard just now!"
As he spoke, lightning wrapped around his hands, and he followed behind Daisy, rushing outward.
The flashing lightning struck the two guards rushing in, knocking them unconscious.
"Bastard!"
Daisy cursed angrily. Aiming both hands behind her, a terrifying shockwave surged out instantly.
Buzz—!
Everything in the path of the shockwave was blasted away, and Maximus's room collapsed in an instant.
Maximus and Hive hurriedly dodged. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Daisy and Lincoln rushed out of the Royal House together.
But more guards were already chasing after them.
Watching this scene, Maximus's expression was dark.
Hive said calmly, "Don't worry, her boyfriend will bring her back."
Maximus's ashen face softened slightly. Then, as if realizing something, he pulled out a dagger he carried with him and plunged it into his own abdomen.
Pfft!
Blood flowed freely, and Maximus groaned in pain.
"What are you doing?"
Hive looked at Maximus in confusion.
Maximus sucked in a breath of cold air and said coldly, "This is an opportunity!"
Hive instantly understood and nodded.
Maximus, pale-faced, lay on the ground, while Hive, dressed as a guard, immediately began to shout.
"Help! Someone help!"
"My Lord, are you alright?"
Several Inhuman guards arrived beside Maximus, asking nervously.
Maximus, his face pale, shook his head and ordered the men, "Go! Don't worry about me!"
He pointed at Hive and said, "He will take me to get treated. You go capture those two assassins. I want them alive!"
"Yes, my Lord!"
Instantly, the Royal House descended into chaos.
Meanwhile, in Black Bolt's study, he was discussing this year's awakening ceremony with his wife, Medusa.
Medusa, the Inhuman Queen.
She possessed a noble temperament and enchanting features, with a head of dazzling, long red hair that made her look incredibly alluring.
At this moment, she was leaning on Black Bolt's shoulder, talking about matters related to the awakening ceremony.
The tall and sturdy Black Bolt nodded repeatedly, occasionally revealing a smile, but strangely, he did not make a single sound.
Was he mute?
Of course not!
Black Bolt's power was immense; he could release destructive quasi-sonic energy through his voice. Even a whisper released a terrifying amount of energy. Therefore, in most situations, he maintained silence to avoid accidentally injuring people or destroying objects.
Suddenly, the sounds of fighting came from outside.
Black Bolt frowned, and Medusa spoke coldly, "What is happening?"
Just as her voice fell, a guard panic-strickenly pushed the door open and walked in.
"My Lords, two assassins attacked Lord Maximus! We are currently pursuing them!"
Hearing this, Medusa and Black Bolt were shocked.
Black Bolt lifted his chin toward the guard, and Medusa said, "Take us there!"
With that, the two hurriedly walked toward the Royal House's infirmary.
On the other side, Lincoln was fleeing madly with Daisy.
Buzz—!
Vibrational energy emerged from Daisy's hands, knocking away several pursuing guards, and the two continued to run forward.
It was as if they had poked a hornet's nest.
If one looked from above at this moment, they would see a massive number of guards approaching from all directions in an encircling formation.
Suddenly, a guard teleported in front of them, blocking their path. Others flew down from the sky, while some suddenly popped their heads out of the ground...
Facing these guards appearing out of nowhere, Daisy, her face cold and silent, directly used shockwaves to knock them unconscious.
After a dozen seconds, they were surrounded by a massive number of guards.
"Go! Don't worry about me!"
Lincoln said anxiously.
Daisy took a deep breath and used her ability.
The ground shook, and cracks appeared on the floor.
"No, we leave together!"
Daisy said coldly. She stepped in front of Lincoln, took a step forward, and the cracks in the ground spread rapidly into the distance.
The guards were shocked and angry. Just as they prepared to use their abilities to attack, Lincoln looked at Daisy's back, a strange look flashing in his eyes. His hand, crackling with electricity, struck hard against the side of Daisy's neck.
"Uh..."
Daisy's eyes rolled back, and she fainted.
This sudden scene left the guards stunned.
Lincoln held Daisy, a look of grief flashing in his eyes, but he spoke up: "I am Lord Maximus's man. Take us to see the Lord."
Although the guards were confused by this sudden turn of events, two of them walked over. Only after placing special handcuffs on both of them did the guards sigh in relief.
Now, if these two showed any abnormality, the handcuffs would directly electrocute them into unconsciousness.
"Take them away!"
A guard captain ordered, nodding to the other guards.
But just as they were leaving, a beautiful girl appeared before them, blocking their path.
"My Lady!"
The guards hurriedly bowed.
Crystal nodded and said, "Wait a moment! I have something to ask her!"
As she spoke, she pointed at the unconscious Daisy.
Seeing this, Lincoln was startled. Just as he was about to speak, Crystal looked at him coldly and said, "Shut up! I don't want to hear a single word from your mouth! No matter the reason, you actually betrayed her. You scum!"
Having heard the commotion, she had rushed over quickly, only to witness the scene of Lincoln knocking Daisy out.
Under Lincoln's anxious gaze, Crystal had two guards bring Daisy before her. She aimed her hand at Daisy, and a splash of water hit Daisy's face.
Daisy's eyes snapped open. When she saw Crystal in front of her, she unconsciously breathed a sigh of relief. Immediately after, she looked at Lincoln with suspicion.
Lincoln's behavior was very abnormal, and this abnormal behavior started after Lincoln pushed her away and was hit by that strange Inhuman's attack.
Was it that Inhuman's ability?
Daisy instantly thought of the crucial point.
Just then, Crystal said with a cold face, "We'll talk about you and him later! Right now, tell me what exactly is going on!"
(End of Chapter)