SEC Chapter 22 The Two-Boat Paradox
Chapter 22 The Two-Boat Paradox
To be honest, Li Wei is numb now.
He had been waiting for this moment ever since he knew the plot wouldn't change much.
And he was not disappointed; the moment arrived as promised—the paradox of two boats had indeed come.
"Dude, I lost my composure a bit. Tell me what you think."
Gordon calmed down, his face showing apology.
He felt powerless against the Joker from beginning to end.
"I think this guy does bad things in a way that's unlike anyone we've ever met before."
Li Wei said, "He wasn't after material things, but rather spiritual... or rather, human nature."
Everything he did was to prove one thing—that all orderly societies are inherently unfair.
Everything he did was to validate his theories and try to transform Gotham City into a state that suited his ideals...
Gordon remained silent after hearing Li Wei's words.
According to Livy's analysis, this wicked fellow was actually a philosopher.
However, after careful consideration, he discovered that all of Levi's analyses unexpectedly aligned with the Joker's actions.
"Based on your analysis, how should we...stop him?"
With a sigh of dejection, Gordon asked the question that had been on his mind the most.
"In my view, there are only two possibilities for him to calm down. One is that he achieves his goal and will naturally calm down..."
The other approach is to prove his theory wrong through facts.
As Li Wei finished speaking, he turned to look at the chubby police officer standing to the side.
"Am I right, Mr. Clown?"
The fat police officer turned pale and almost fell to the ground, his face filled with terror.
"Mr. Li Wei...you've misunderstood...I..."
Because of his nervousness, the overweight police officer couldn't even utter a complete sentence.
To his astonishment, Li Wei reached down and removed a small listening device from his waist.
Goodbye, Mr. Clown.
After Li Wei finished speaking, he threw the bugging device on the ground and stomped on it until it was smashed to pieces, but he couldn't help but shake his head inwardly.
The Gotham City Police Department is like a sieve; anyone can get involved.
Meanwhile, on the other side of the city, the clown's eyes gleamed as he listened to the static coming from his headphones.
"Prophet, you've truly surprised me! Let's have a good time playing this game!"
Li Wei's words made the clown feel like he had met a kindred spirit.
He found dealing with gangsters, police, and Batman all along extremely boring.
None of these people could understand him.
However, hearing Li Wei's analysis by chance today gave him a feeling that he was finally understood.
Because of this, he even had an urge to burst out laughing.
Picking up the walkie-talkie, the clown gave the order: "Guys, let's begin."
...
"Dude, I admit your analysis makes a lot of sense. So, what should we do next?"
Gordon gestured for the fat officer to leave first, then looked at Levi and asked what to do next.
"Next... if the bridges and tunnels are impassable, then the only mode of transportation available for citizens wanting to leave Gotham is by ship..."
Based on what I know about the Joker, this guy will definitely sabotage the ship...
The paradox of two boats has come again. Li Wei tells Gordon what he knows, but a deep sense of powerlessness wells up inside him.
He knew the Joker's plan and what the guy was going to do next.
Even so, he still couldn't do anything.
Yes, there's nothing we can do.
The idea of placing bombs in bridges and tunnels may not be true, but no one dares to gamble on it.
As for keeping citizens in Gotham...
When everyone starts to panic, coupled with the Gotham City Police Department's good reputation, it will likely only make citizens more eager to leave.
"In that case, we will immediately issue a notice instructing citizens to stay at home and not go out."
Gordon thought for a moment and made arrangements immediately, "Then notify the shipping company that there can be no sailing today under any circumstances, and finally, close the traffic bridges and tunnels..."
After Gordon finished speaking, he turned around and went out to make arrangements.
Looking at the energetic Gordon, Levi knew he couldn't stop the guy.
Judging from the current situation, he probably only has two places to go in the near future.
Either go on the ship, or go with Batman to find the Joker.
...
As Gordon announced the police's plan on television to close bridges and tunnels and prevent ships from sailing, Gotham City instantly became abuzz with excitement.
Numerous citizens took to the streets to protest, accusing the police of inaction.
Many others took advantage of the chaos in the crowd, and the street protests gradually turned into riots.
A storm that will sweep across Gotham is beginning to erupt in the city center.
"Mr. Li Wei, it seems you already know my plan. My God, you really understand me!"
It looks like I'll have to add one more guest tonight.
The Joker stood on the top floor of a building, watching Gotham gradually come to life, and laughed heartily.
"However, your teammates don't seem to be very smart..."
Downtown Gotham City.
"Protest! Protest!"
"The police have no right to do this! Gordon, get out of here!"
The protesters marched from the city center toward the police station, and shops and everything along the way became targets of their anger.
Wherever the crowd passed, cars burst into flames, and countless shops were reduced to ashes.
People were immersed in a frenzied atmosphere, doing things they wouldn't normally dare to do.
"Bang!"
Li Wei knocked out a red-haired guy with the butt of his rifle, then handcuffed him to a water pipe by the roadside.
"Miss, please go back quickly."
Li Wei took off his coat and draped it over the barely clothed girl, saying, "Go back and get a good night's sleep. Everything will be alright tomorrow."
The girl, her eyes filled with terror, looked at the Asian youth in front of her and gradually calmed down.
Looking into his deep eyes, the girl felt less afraid.
She only came out to participate in the protest, but she never expected to be kidnapped and taken into an alley at the entrance of an alley.
Just when she thought she was doomed, Li Wei suddenly appeared and saved her.
"Thank you, sir... May I know your name?"
"You can call me Li Wei. Go back now, miss, and be careful."
"Okay, Mr. Levi, my name is Harry, Harry Quinn. Thank you for your help..."
Watching Harley Quinn turn and leave, Levi was completely bewildered. He desperately wanted to ask if the other man worked at a mental hospital...
"Oh, who would have thought our prophet would be so chivalrous?"
At some point, a graceful figure appeared at the end of the alley.
Seeing that sexy and alluring outfit, Li Wei knew who it was, but he couldn't quite figure out their purpose.
"Serena, what are you doing here?"
"Hmph, Gotham isn't your territory, why can't I be here?"
The catwoman snorted in dissatisfaction, licking her alluring red lips. "Is there something the Prophet doesn't know?"
The catwoman, her face full of resentment, was clearly still brooding over the time when Li Wei had exposed her identity.
"Alright, Miss Serena, let me guess why you're here..."
Li Wei pondered for a moment, and immediately had the answer in his mind.