chapter 22

As everyone knows, fishermen are good at everything except fishing. They're experts at reading feng shui and many other things as well. Robert was certain that he would gain something today. He had prepared the groundbait, set up the fishing rod holder, and completed all the necessary rituals. Only then did he wash his hands and cast the fishing rod, waiting expectantly.

[Ding!]

[Sign-in successful, gained Spirit +12]

Robert's eyes lit up.

His luck was certainly good today, and he was sure he would catch something. Thinking this, Robert settled in and patiently waited. As anyone who's fished knows, patience is key. Sometimes you can spend the entire day fishing and catch nothing, but you need to stay patient.

He waited for over an hour before finally feeling a movement in the fishing rod. Ripples appeared on the surface of the water, and the rod began to tremble violently. It was as if there wasn't a fish below but a whale. The fishing line tightened, pulled by an unseen force. If Robert didn't possess the power of Superman's body, he might have lost his grip on the rod.

"Good, the stronger the pull, the better." Robert thought. "This shows that the reward is definitely a good one."

His eyes sparkled with excitement. The longer the struggle, the greater the reward. Robert gripped the rod tighter, trying to exert more power. If it had been his previous self, he would never have been able to withstand this force. But now, with Superman's body, he was almost invincible. His strength and stamina were limitless, allowing him to fight on tirelessly. He could battle whatever was in the water all day without breaking a sweat.

The pool churned like a stormy sea as Robert tried to wear down the creature pulling from below. He couldn't make sense of what was happening. "What the hell is this? Even when I fished up Superman's bloodline, it wasn't this difficult!"

The struggle continued, and Robert's arms bulged as he poured every ounce of strength into the fight. "I don't believe it. It's just a fish. Try to compete with me, huh?"

With a fierce roar, Robert summoned every last bit of Superman's strength. The force he unleashed was incredible.

Splash! A huge splash erupted from the water, and a purple, crystal-like carp appeared, struggling in the air.

"Purple?" Robert's eyes widened with delight. This was something extraordinary. He reached out, grasping the carp in his hand.

[Sealed Green Lantern Ring]

[Sealed Green Lantern Ring: This is a powerful artifact originating from the source of the DC Universe, possessing immeasurable power. However, the Green Lantern Ring has its own will, and only those recognized by it can use its true power.]

[The host's catch will gradually unlock the power of the Green Lantern Ring.]

Robert stared in shock as the system's message appeared before him. "The Green Lantern Ring? It's actually this thing…"

He couldn't believe it. The Green Lantern Ring was one of the most powerful artifacts in the DC Universe, ranking alongside the greatest forces in Marvel as well. The Green Lantern Corps wielded immense power, and the most famous among them was, of course, the Green Lantern. The ring itself allowed the user to call upon god-like abilities as long as their willpower was strong enough.

At its peak, a Green Lantern was on par with the might of Superman himself, one of the top powers in the DC Universe. Robert could hardly believe what he was seeing. The ring was self-sealed, meaning that its power was locked, and Robert could only access a portion of its abilities. However, he understood this was only temporary. With the help of the system, he would gradually unlock its full potential.

This made sense. The Green Lantern Ring was a unique entity, a power that had its own will. His current willpower, while strong, wasn't sufficient to fully unlock the ring's potential. However, the combination of Superman's body and his connection to the Clown Mind Network—something no one could have predicted—gave him an extraordinary advantage.

Robert couldn't help but smile. "Not only do I have Superman's body, but I also have the willpower of Joker! That's a powerful combo."

Though the Green Lantern Ring had its own will, it recognized Robert as worthy. His willpower might not be as strong as someone like Batman, but it was certainly no weakling either. With the ring in hand, Robert could achieve unimaginable feats.

"Although this Green Lantern doesn't come with a Lantern, it'll do." Robert muttered to himself, glancing at the ring.

"Whatever, as long as it works." He placed the ring on his finger, shaking his head. "Maybe it's the system's fault, but it's not exactly the most stylish thing around."

Robert had always thought that the failure of the Green Lantern movie in his previous life was due to the ring's design. While green was fine, the ring itself didn't exactly look cool. He wasn't alone in thinking this, either. It just didn't fit people's sense of aesthetics. But fortunately, the true magic of the Green Lantern Ring was its ability to change based on its user's imagination and willpower.

Robert focused, and sure enough, the ring began to shift. What was once a bulky, crude design became sleek and modern. The once-dull green gem now glowed with an otherworldly light. It looked stylish and mysterious, something that could pass as a fashion accessory.

"In brightest day, in blackest night,

No evil shall escape my sight,

Let those who worship evil's might,

Beware my power, Green Lantern's light!"

Robert recited the famous oath. In that instant, a surge of green energy enveloped him, radiating like a miniature sun.

The Green Lantern Ring was indeed one of the most potent forces in the universe. It had existed since the early days of creation, and even in the Marvel Universe, it was recognized as an incredible power. Robert's willpower wasn't just good—it was enhanced by Superman's strength and the Joker's madness. As a result, the Green Lantern Ring responded to him in a way that was truly terrifying. Even though it was still self-sealed, the power flowing from the ring was overwhelming.

The light in Robert's hands shifted and changed, its form becoming more intricate with each passing moment. He could feel the potential of the ring growing. This was just the beginning, and the possibilities were endless.

What kind of power would Robert wield once the Green Lantern Ring fully recognized him? Only time would tell.