DC: My Name Is Not Billy Batson

"What are you going to do now? Keep learning AI tech?"

Walking along, Clark turned to Dane with a curious expression.

"Of course, i'll continue learning AI tech," Dane replied. "But there are some priorities as well."

"What's the about? Inviting Batman? "

"Let's not bother him for now," Dane said with a shrug. "He still doesn't know Jason is alive. He's probably in a bad mood, and if you show up, I wouldn't be surprised if he tries to kill you."

Clark smirked confidently. "He's no match for me, and you know it."

Dane shook his head. "Maybe not, but don't get ahead of yourself. Batman, for all his flaws, has the brains the Justice League needs."

"So, what's the real issue? Are you planning to invite the rest of the team?"

"No," Dane replied. "The top priority right now isn't forming the Justice League. It's making money!"

Clark blinked, caught off guard. "Money? Seriously?"

Dane nodded. Since becoming Shazam, he hadn't thought much about wealth. As the god of magic, his greatest treasure was the Rock of Eternity, which provided him everything he personally needed.

But the Justice League was another story. The team needed financial support, and in the original timeline, Bruce Wayne's investments from Wayne Enterprises, supplemented by occasional government grants, had been critical.

Now, without those resources, they'd have to fund their mission themselves—and it had to be done legally.

It's better to also run a large business and engage in sustainable development.

"We need more than just money," Dane explained. "We need something sustainable—a business that runs itself and grows. It's not just about funding operations.

In a world dominated by capital, money can also help smooth things over with the authorities."

If you Think about the Vought Corporation in The Boys. That company is the definition of power and influence. They've built a network so intricate that they control half the system. If we want the Justice League to thrive, we need to start somewhere.

Clark rubbed the back of his neck. "I don't know, Dane. This isn't really my thing."

Dane rolled his eyes. "Of course it's not. Wealth has never been your strong suit. You're Superman, but somehow, you're still broke most of the time!"

"Well, it's not like I need money to fight crime," Clark countered.

"Maybe you don't," Dane shot back. "But the Justice League does. My plan is simple: we use the advanced AI from the spaceship to generate startup capital by trading on the stock market. Easy, efficient, and completely legal."

Clark hesitated. "Isn't that… unethical?"

"Clark, it's perfectly legal," Dane said, exasperated.

"But do we really need that much money?"

Dane raised an eyebrow and crossed his arms. "Fine. If you think money isn't important, how about you pay me back for the two suits I gave you? They weren't cheap, you know."

Clark choked, glancing down at the suit he was currently wearing. It was true—he hadn't exactly paid for it.

"You're so rich, and i don't even realize it," Dane muttered, shaking his head. While his knowledge of finance was still basic, it was enough for him to see a clear path to making money.

The idea was simple yet bold: Dane decided to establish a technology company, with its first product being a short-video app akin to TikTok.

This product has already proven its commercial value in the real world, The development process is well-documented. All I need to do is replicate the concept, improve it, and market it effectively.

He crafted a detailed business plan that left Clark utterly baffled. Pages filled with technical terms, financial projections, and marketing strategies.

"How does this even make sense?" Clark finally asked, scratching his head.

Dane smirked. "It doesn't have to make sense to you. You just need to trust that it works."

Despite his confusion, Clark couldn't help but feel impressed. As a Kryptonian raised in Kansas and now living in America, he had an inherent respect for legitimate businessmen who could turn ideas into wealth.

 To him, Dane was beginning to look like one of those entrepreneurial geniuses.

The clincher? Dane had already decided to allocate a portion of the company's original shares to Clark.

That, more than anything, sealed the deal and kept Clark quiet. After all, it's hard to argue with someone who's offering you equity in what could become a billion-dollar business

In the future, even if something happens to Superman, his wife and mother will never be left destitute.

the Superman who saved the world countless times, end up with a mother forced to leave a bankrupt farm and work as a waitress in the city.

Does that sound like the fate of a hero? If heroes are destined to such misery, who would ever want to be one?

 Dane was a man of action. Once he had an idea, he wasted no time bringing it to life.

Soon after, a company called Pioneer Technology was established in New York. Under Dane's leadership, the company quickly began recruiting top talent, purchasing state-of-the-art equipment, and developing their first product.

The result was Quick Shake, a revolutionary short-video platform.

The launch was an immediate success. Similar to the short-video phenomenon in the real world, Quick Shake ignited a wave of creativity among users. Novel content began flooding the platform—short skits, music videos, and life hacks, all created and shared by ordinary people.

Quick Shake rapidly gained popularity, especially among the younger generation. Within weeks, it became a viral sensation, spreading like wildfire.

Although it was ten years ahead of similar platforms in the real world, the advanced technological backdrop of the DCEU made the public quick to adopt it.

 a society accustomed to innovation helped smooth its entry into everyday life.

When Quick Shake's user base surpassed 10 million, it caught the attention of venture capitalists. Investment firms swarmed Pioneer Technology, eager to grab a slice of the pie. But Dane wasn't interested.

In tech, you burn cash in the early stages. The profits come later. And when those profits do come, why let someone else take a bite of what I worked so hard to build?

Despite using Shazam's mature appearance, Dane's brash decisions and youthful energy made him seem like just another overly ambitious kid to many in Wall Street.

But Dane wasn't playing by their rules. When Pioneer Technology's bank accounts ran low, he took a bold gamble. Using his shares in the company as collateral, he secured a sizable loan. Instead of using it cautiously, Dane used it into the stock market.

Meanwhile, Quick Shake transformed into more than just a social media app—it became a powerful force in journalism. Anonymous creators, leveraging the platform's reach, began uncovering corporate scandals and societal injustices.

It was around this time that Dane officially became a billionaire. In just one year, he had gone from complete obscurity to ranking 12th on Forbes' Richest People list.

And that was just the wealth publicly known. Behind the scenes, Dane's assets and investments painted an even bigger picture of his growing empire. He had become a legend in the business world, a new "wealth myth" built atop rivals he had outmaneuvered.

Even Clark benefited from Dane's meteoric rise. Without lifting a finger, clark found himself promoted to multi-millionaire.

When Dane broke the news to him, Clark looked completely baffled.

"So... I'm rich now?"

"Yes, Mr. Rich!" Dane said with a grin, giving him a hearty pat on the shoulder.

Dane's accomplishments were impressive, but he knew there was still a long way to go. Compared to Gotham's Wayne Enterprises, Metropolis' LexCorp, or the oil barons and legacy conglomerates, Pioneer Technology was still in its infancy.

 Over the past year, Dane's schedule wasn't just packed with business meetings and financial maneuvers—he also spent a portion of his time delving into the Kryptonian archives.

Using his magic-based teleportation, traveling back and forth was a breeze, allowing him to absorb as much knowledge as possible.

By now, he had learned nearly everything in the archives. This newfound knowledge gave him an edge few could match.

For instance, in the real world, platforms like Quick Shake burned through lots of cash, not just for user acquisition but for technology development and promotion.

 However, thanks to Kryptonian ai tech, its programming was child's play. What took Earth's brightest engineers months to achieve, he could complete in mere hours.

As a result, Pioneer Technology had almost zero expenditure on development. The company's primary costs were limited to servers, supercomputers, and hiring employees. This efficiency gave Dane a massive competitive advantage, allowing him to funnel the majority of Pioneer's profits into new ventures.

This low-key company is Dane's focus, because it is the main place for research and experimentation with latest technology.

In the future, Dane envisioned umbrella as more than just a corporation—it would become a true "umbrella" for the planet.

His goal was to provide the Justice League with cutting-edge technical and logistical support, ensuring the team could operate at efficiency.

 More importantly, umbrella would take on the responsibility of addressing the collateral damage caused by heroic battles, both through direct compensation and the establishment of a dedicated foundation.

This foundation would fund the restoration of buildings, infrastructure, and aid for individuals affected by superhero activity. For Dane, it wasn't just about fixing things—it was about rebuilding trust.

To be fair, Batman and Lex Luthor's animosity toward Superman wasn't entirely unjustified. When you considered the destructive events in Man of Steel, it was hard to ignore the staggering loss of life and property. How many people had their lives shattered by battles that played out like apocalyptic events?

Politicians weren't completely wrong in raising concerns about superheroes. Public grievances over destruction and chaos were real, and governments had to address those frustrations. For the people living through these disasters, "heroic sacrifices" often felt more like collateral damage.

Dane believed his involvement could shift the narrative. Through umbrella, he hoped to mitigate the negative impact of superhero activity and foster a sense of accountability within the hero community.

By offering support and solution, he aimed to create a world where superheroes were seen not just as protectors but as partners in rebuilding and progress.

With this approach, Dane hoped to lay the groundwork for a future where heroes could operate more effectively and enjoy greater public support—a world where they wouldn't have to fight both villains and the resentment of the people they were trying to save.