The upper echelon of the Great Qin Empire already felt an immense pressure like a deep sea or abyss bearing down on them, making them as anxious as ants on a hot pan.
Imperial Capital, Extraordinary Research Institute.
"Director Lin, at this rate, our Great Qin Empire may cease to exist!"
"Please think of something quick!"
A dignitary from above spoke, his face etched with bitterness, his tone desperate yet resigned.
The rate at which beasts were evolving was accelerating, their strength growing, and the Qin Army was struggling to maintain control even in one region.
It can be foreseen that the situation will become increasingly grim, with troublesome beasts like the Golden Eagle King and Thunder Tiger King becoming more prevalent.
If no new force joins the fray, then indeed the Great Qin Empire faces a real risk of collapse.
"I am useless!"
Director Lin sighed, recalling the incidents online over the past two days, feeling tormented.
"Director Lin, we can't delay any longer. Let our Extraordinary begin trials with the Second Generation Extraordinary Genetic Potion!"
The dignitary's visage turned solemn, his tone deep.
"But the Second Generation Extraordinary Genetic Potion is not yet refined; rash usage poses risks!"
Director Lin hesitated, then furrowed his brow tightly, shaking his head.
"We can't afford further delay. Dragging it out, the entire Great Qin Empire will belong to these beasts!"
The dignitary's eyes burned with anger, decisively declaring.
"But…"
Director Lin's heart trembled; the potion being unrefined, its use could lead to the death of participants.
"No buts! By the time you've refined it, whether the Great Qin Empire still exists will be questionable. It's settled; we're commencing trials tomorrow!"
The dignitary's tone was stern, leaving no room for Director Lin to respond, turning to leave with his entourage.
In extraordinary times, extraordinary measures are needed.
Compared to a few deaths, national stability is far more important.
Should the Qin Army falter, causing a collapse and beasts ravaging unchecked, it won't just be a few deaths; it would be the end for the people of the Great Qin Empire.
Watching the group depart, Director Lin sat in his chair, desolated, letting out a long sigh.
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The next day
Extraordinary Research Institute.
Outside the gene laboratory, three spirited, robust Extraordinary Warriors stood motionless, side by side, quietly awaiting.
"You three, come in. Director Lin wants to see you."
At this moment, a researcher walked out of the lab, beckoning to the three Extraordinary Warriors.
"Yes!"
The three saluted, standing tall, and quickly went inside.
"Hello, Director Lin, we are reporting for duty!"
Upon seeing Director Lin, the warrior in front shouted loudly.
"You should know why you've been called here?"
Director Lin's gaze was complex, looking at the three, he asked.
"We know, it's for the injection of the Second Generation Extraordinary Genetic Potion!"
The three nodded; the organization had briefed them beforehand, and they volunteered.
"Let me first state, this Second Generation Extraordinary Genetic Potion is not perfected. After its usage, the chances of death are high; you must be mentally prepared."
Director Lin nodded towards the three and said.
"Please rest assured, Director Lin, we are prepared to sacrifice for the country!"
Their eyes were resolute, unafraid of life or death.
"Good… you are all admirable."
At these words, Director Lin couldn't hold back, his eyes reddened, his lips trembling.
The other researchers on site were full of admiration, looking at the three.
"Let's begin!"
After a brief silence, Director Lin's hoarse voice sounded, then he turned to the three Extraordinary Warriors, signaling with his eyes: "You three, take off your clothes and lie down!"
Deep within the experimental room, under purple lights, there were three temporary iron platforms, their sturdy frames making them extraordinarily secure.
And around the platforms, various iron clasps were used to anchor the participants.
At Director Lin's words, the three nodded, removed their clothing, and laid down.
In the next moment, all the research personnel began to move, activating various experimental instruments and connecting them to the three, detecting data fluctuations, opening experimental cameras, recording changes.
Meanwhile, some approached the iron platforms, using nearby clasps to firmly lock the three Extraordinary Warriors' limbs and heads, and placing sound-blocking earplugs on them.
Five minutes later, a researcher walked to Director Lin's side and reminded: "Director, preparations are complete, ready to proceed to the next step."
Director Lin was silent for a moment, then spoke in a deep voice: "Okay, begin!"
The command issued, the experiment officially began.
A researcher retrieved a black metal box from a special cold storage.
He opened the metal box, and amidst a release of cold air, revealed three potions at its center.
These three potions were fixed on a crystal rack, similar in shape to half a pencil; the liquid inside the glass tubes was an eerie blue, emitting a mysterious glow.
The researcher first took out one potion, attached a needle, and approached the first Extraordinary Warrior lying on the platform.
He took a deep breath, his gaze determined, aligning the needle with the dorsal vein, preparing to inject the potion.
"Preparing for injection, prepare to record all data.
"3—2—1!"
With the signal, the needle swiftly entered the vein, the blue potion coursing through the participant's body.
At once, everyone in the laboratory held their breath.
The injection complete.
Initially, nothing peculiar occurred, only slight changes in the participant's vital signs.
The eerie blue liquid moved swiftly through the veins, soon spreading throughout the warrior's body, its glow permeating through the vessels and skin.
As time passed, two minutes later, the initially calm Extraordinary Warrior's expression became subtle; he furrowed his brow, as if his body was undergoing some change.
"Director, significant fluctuations in vital signs!"
At this time, a researcher sitting before the experimental instruments called out.
"Continue recording!"
Director Lin watched the Extraordinary Warrior on the platform, heart heavy.
Not long after, the blue hue permeating the warrior's body brightened; he suddenly widened his eyes, gritting his teeth, his body trembling, seemingly afflicted by intense pain.
The surrounding researchers were immensely nervous, their eyes glued to the Extraordinary Warrior on the platform.
The warrior was now emitting muffled groans of agony, his face contorted, sweat pouring.
Suddenly, the warrior's form stiffened, his pallid face tinged with an unusual flush.
Bang!
With a splutter of blood filled with visceral fragments, the warrior's eyes instantly lost their focus, his body going limp, lying on the platform, devoid of breath.
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