Luthor's Cricket part 9
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Lex was surprised. Working with Phantom was surprisingly easy. For a teen, he knew plenty about governments and lawmaking, how a voter base would take some wording, and another would take others. He did request a computer and other materials to study this world's history and laws. Lex did have to control the mouse and navigate websites, as the ghost could not use electronics without draining the battery instantly, but the kid had valuable insight as to why things in history happened. Lex didn't even feel annoyed at having to notate the teens' thoughts on his laptop.
“How do you know all of this Phantom?” Lex finally asked.
“Hm? Oh, you know, you pick up some things when you are labeled as a non sentient being that just mimics human consciousness.” Phantom stated with complete nonchalance.
Lex slammed his hands on the table. “WHAT!?”
Phantom jumped at the noise.
“What do you mean? It has been obvious you are sentient and sapient! Who are these people, are they in this dimension? If they are I will help you sue them for slander-”
“Lex!” Phantom yelled to stop the man, softer he continued. “Lex, they do not exist anymore. They are from my home dimension and have long since passed. There is nothing you can do.” Phantom whispered the last part.
Lex huffed. “I do not believe that anyone could have one conversation with you and not think that you are a sapient creature. Human is debatable, but you are an intelligent being. Even if I hate Kal-El, he is an ‘intelligent’ being, if not a particularly bright one.”
Phantom smiled. “Thank you Lex, but it's very late, you should probably get to bed.”
Lex started and looked at his watch, it was 12:48 am. It had been a long day.
“Very well, you remember where the spare room is?” Lex asked.
“Ya, even though I don't need sleep, it's appreciated.” Phantom sighed.
As soon as Lex's door closed he panicked.
“Oh lord, I have a child now.”
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