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In truth, this welcoming party wasn't as joyful as everyone initially imagined, mainly because the identities of the two new members were somewhat awkward.

First, there's Artemis. Her timing was simply off; she arrived just when Roy, who held the same position, was absent. This made some of the kids feel like she was specifically brought in as a replacement.

Even adults with good relationships might feel uncomfortable in their hearts, let alone these kids who are in or about to enter adolescence.

Fortunately, this is just a temporary negative emotion. After one or two missions, the kids should be able to change their mindset.

As for Troy, her identity is truly awkward. Although the specific details of the Paradise Island chaos weren't recorded, the Justice League members who could access the database knew roughly what happened.

Although the information indicated that Troy was bewitched, and Wonder Woman had explained it, they couldn't help but harbor some reservations about this reformed criminal.

These combined factors directly dampened the kids' enthusiasm, leading to an awkward atmosphere.

Even Shazam, the youngest, could sense the change in atmosphere. Solomon's wisdom told him he had to do something at this moment, but Yang Le preempted him.

"Alright, kids, don't just stand there dumbfounded. The welcoming party hasn't even started yet. It's party time!"

Yang Le gestured towards the dining area, where plenty of pre-prepared party food awaited.

The kids exchanged glances for a moment before heading towards the dining area. Artemis, without waiting for an invitation, confidently walked towards the dining area. Being assertive is one of her characteristics.

At least in this regard, this little girl is quite worry-free.

Unlike the courageous Artemis, Troy didn't seem as brave as she was on the battlefield. She hesitated, watching everyone's backs, which Diana found amusing.

The warrior who once wanted to kill her was now a little girl afraid to integrate into the group.

Diana stepped forward and patted Troy on the shoulder. The latter turned to her and received an encouraging smile. Yang Le also joined in, encouraging Troy like Diana.

From a distance, they looked like a family of three. Troy and Diana did share some similarities.

Of course, you can't think too much about their relationship, since Troy was created from a stone statue made by Diana's mother, Hippolyta, broken and reformed. And now, Diana has accepted Troy as her sister. It's just in line with the Greek gods' values.

Encouraged by the two, Troy strode towards the dining area.

Shazam approached, as mentioned before, he had a great relationship with Yang Le, often visiting Smallville to hang out. Now, he was planning to invite Yang Le to play some games.

"Hey Yang Le? Want to grab some food and have a man's game marathon?"

Diana secretly rolled her eyes. If Shazam wasn't male and Yang Le wasn't so straight, she would have thought she was the third wheel.

"Not today," Yang Le said with a smile. "You forgot, Batman asked me to come here for official business."

Reminded by Yang Le, Shazam remembered that he was also here on a mission. He shuddered at the thought of the old bat's gaze.

"Okay, then next time," Shazam said with regret, then used Mercury's speed to rush to the dining area to grab food with the kids.

Listening to the noisy hall caused by Shazam's arrival, Green Arrow shook his head and said.

"Sometimes I really wonder if Shazam is a child."

Note that only Batman and Yang Le in the entire Justice League know that Shazam's real identity is a child named Billy Batson.

Yang Le smiled, trying to smooth things over for his friend, "But I have to say, maintaining this youthful mindset is not easy. Shazam and Plastic Man are like that."

"You're right," Green Arrow sighed. Neither the Green Arrow identity nor the Oliver Queen identity allowed him to maintain a youthful mindset. If he was still a playboy like before, he might have died years ago.

"Sometimes I really wonder if we're not doing enough," Green Arrow said, looking at the kids in the distance. "Bringing these kids into this, are we too failed?"

"It's not that we're not good enough, it's that the world is too rotten, so rotten that even children have to work hard."

Shazam didn't know when he ran back. He put his hand on Green Arrow's shoulder.

"Why don't you think about it differently? At least our efforts are effective, and the kids can smile. Good people shouldn't have guns pointed at them. Don't take all the blame on yourself, it will only crush you."

Green Arrow looked at the hand covered in cream on his shoulder, his mouth twitched, but he didn't get angry in the end.

"Okay, sometimes the wisdom you show makes me wonder if you have schizophrenia."

Shazam proudly pointed to his head and said with a smile: "Solomon's wisdom."

Everyone thought Shazam was joking, so they all laughed. Only Yang Le knew he wasn't joking.

Taking advantage of the time when everyone was chatting, Yang Le also walked to the restaurant. He just took a few sandwiches that could be eaten in one bite, and then shouted to everyone.

"After the queue is over, Harby, Courtney, and Conner, remember to come find me. Batman arranged for me to do a physical examination for you."

Because of the Omnitrix, Yang Le is considered a biological expert. Because he was worried about the children's physical condition, and with Diana's recommendation, Batman brought Yang Le over.

Yang Le was happy to do so, so he could take the opportunity to chat with his clone, exchange information, and make some plans for the future.

Even the veterans of the Young Justice League don't know much about Yang Le. They only know that he can turn into various strange creatures, and they don't know what achievements he has made in the medical field.

But they have no defenses against Yang Le. After all, Yang Le is also a Justice League member with good roots, and he was also their guardian and saved their lives.

It can only be said that the only thing that surprised them at this welcoming party was that Yang Le came to see them, and they naturally wouldn't refuse.