Prime Man?” I said in surprise. “What are you doing here? I thought the Zero Knights killed you back at the bank.”
But Prime Man said nothing. He just stared at us dully, seemingly not understanding anything I just said. I wondered if Prime Man had dust in his eyes when Mirar said, “He didn’t hear you, boy. He doesn’t hear anything except my voice and words.”
“What are you talking about?” I said. “Why would Prime Man ever listen to you?”
“Because Nathan isn’t under his own will anymore,” said Rubberman in a voice full of dread. “He is brainwashed.”
“Exactly,” said Mirar with a chuckle. “The most powerful superhero on Earth, the strongest man in all seven continents, is now firmly under my control. Isn’t that right, Prime Man?”
“Yes, sir,” said Prime Man in a monotone voice. “I will d
