Homelander: New Legacy

[33] : A Ruined Reputation

"Now I can rest easy."

Tek Knight handed over some documents to Roger and said, "These are the dirt on the superheroes you wanted. It's just a portion, but I guarantee each one is explosive enough to make every news outlet go wild like it's a holiday!"

Roger didn't take the documents right away. Instead, he asked, "What about Butcher and Mother's Milk? Did you give them any information?"

"Yes, I gave them some, too. But I can tell they're not your subordinates, right? They seem to have some issues with you."

Tek Knight inquired.

The two members of The Boys who had approached Tek Knight, especially Butcher, didn't hide their intentions. He frequently said things like "Homelander sent me."

If Butcher wasn't fiercely loyal to Homelander, he will definitely trying to use him as a scapegoat, thinking that when Vought found out, they'd trace everything back to Homelander and spark a conflict.

Tek Knight saw through Butcher's scheme but didn't expose him. As long as the aim was against Vought, they were allies, despite any personal issues.

However, Tek Knight did mention this to Roger, to prevent him from being set up by The Boys.

Roger nodded and said, "They aren't friends, more like enemies, but for now, we have a common goal, so it's fine."

"What about later?"

"We'll deal with that when it comes..."

Roger was well aware of Butcher's hatred for Homelander. After their last discussion, Roger abandoned the idea of befriending them. It was impossible. As long as Roger remained Homelander, Butcher would never reconcile with him.

The other members of The Boys might be manageable, but not Butcher. He would never forgive Homelander.

Of course, Roger didn't need Butcher's forgiveness. As long as Butcher didn't cause trouble during this period, the rest could be dealt with later. After Vought fell, who knew if Roger would still be in this world? Who would Butcher then take his anger out on?

"It seems you're aware of the situation, so I won't say more. These files should last you a while. When your plan moves to the next phase, I'll give you the rest."

Tek Knight stretched and stood up.

Roger flipped through a few of the files, then asked, "There don't seem to be any Seven members in here?"

"Of course not. The Seven's dirt is the main course. The main course is always served last."

Tek Knight smiled meaningfully.

...

In Vought Tower's vice president's office, Madelyn reclined in her chair, watching TV.

The broadcast was of the charity event "Samaritan's Embrace." It wasn't yet time for Homelander's appearance; currently, the founder of "Samaritan's Embrace," Ezekiel, was speaking. He could stretch his body parts, and he spoke about superheroes being God's creation, their abilities a part of God's power, attributing all superhuman abilities to God's grace.

Ezekiel was a Christian, and the charity event was under the banner of Christianity, so he frequently mentioned God.

Madelyn didn't comment on Ezekiel's approach; he was acting on Vought's orders. "Samaritan's Embrace" was actually a special organization under Vought. They disguised Compound V as infant vaccines and distributed them to hospitals worldwide annually.

That's how superhumans were created.

So much for divine creation, every superhuman was man-made, including the strongest, Homelander.