"The stone crevice has writing on it: 'Test Subject Number One.'"
"Oh, can you guys stop making me look? I'm dizzy, it's so nauseating."
Outside.
Han Fei looked at Smith.
"Super vision?"
Chapter 13: Evolution with Some Disappointment - Blood Orchid Potion
"You could say that, but it's just vision that surpasses human capabilities. I predict that through the potion, by merging animal genes, the special structures of animal genes will give them many characteristics that surpass humans. Their abilities at that time will surely be much stronger than they are now."
Smith had clearly gone off-topic again. Regarding the gene potion Han Fei had brought, he always seemed to have many wild ideas.
Han Fei nodded, but this wasn't the main objective. He eagerly asked, "What other special abilities are there?"
Smith glanced at Han Fei with some concern, not wanting to raise the Boss's expectations too high, lest he suffer later.
"Dear Boss, I must remind you beforehand. As I said before, many of these are based on strengthening human genes themselves. So-called special abilities are just surpassing a certain aspect of human basics, like vision. They can see many things clearly, but not to the extent of a microscope, nor can they see through objects or have clairvoyance."
"Olfactory senses will only be able to accurately distinguish smells, and might not even be as good as a dog's; or physical ability, which is roughly double the stamina of even a peak champion."
"And also..."
Han Fei interrupted Smith.
"I understand what you mean. In short, it's based on specializing certain aspects of humans, right?"
Smith hesitated, wanting to say that this phrasing wasn't quite right, but considering the funding...
"Yes, that's right. You could say that. Boss, you're very perceptive."
"That's good. If some aspects can be specialized, I believe one day they will be able to achieve overall enhancement beyond humans."
"However, this weakened version of the potion can't allow people to completely break through their physical limits, can it?" Han Fei asked with a calm expression.
Professor Smith heard the term "weakened version" and sighed inwardly. He knew the Boss wasn't very satisfied, but he had somewhat expected it, so he wasn't too disappointed.
"Yes, the original potion can allow people to surpass human limits, while now, they can't break through limits, nor reach human limits. They can only reach their individual limits. The biggest advantage is probably that it can be mass-produced."
Han Fei shook his head, feeling quite disappointed.
This was not what he had imagined.
He had envisioned them breaking through human limits, even reaching the level of a first-generation Super Soldier.
As for the result...
He could only say he was barely satisfied. At least it could be mass-produced.
"What about the production volume?"
"It's mainly limited by the yield of the Blood Orchid Flower, but the dosage per vial isn't much, so we can probably produce three hundred vials in three months."
"As for expanding the cultivation of the Blood Orchid Flower, to be honest, Boss, I really don't have the energy to research that aspect alone. All I can do is adjust the nutrient solution required for the current Blood Orchid Flower." Smith touched his hair with a pained expression.
It was visibly quite smooth there.
Han Fei's mouth twitched. "I know, but Smith, you should also know an old saying: 'When Heaven is about to confer a great responsibility on a person, it must first exercise their heart through suffering, and their sinews and bones through toil, their bodies through hunger...'"
"You are destined for great things!"
He patted Smith's shoulder with a profound expression.
"...You're right."
"But, Boss, I really might die suddenly." Smith remembered yesterday's fainting spell and finally spoke up.
To hear Smith, who always loved research and worked tirelessly, say this, Han Fei felt it was time to bring back another scientist similar to him.
However, the difficulty was considerable. Smith was already lucky, having been ostracized by the academic community, which allowed him to be brought over from England.
Now, finding someone similar to him would be somewhat difficult.
His influence was still quite limited.
For now, he could only try.
Should he go to Germany? Or America?
Either seemed fine.
"Professor Smith's next level increase will have his funding increased by fifty percent."
Smith's face lit up with joy.
"Thank you, Boss."
"Let's call this weakened gene potion 'Blood Orchid Potion'."
"Focus all your efforts on production next."
After speaking, Han Fei turned and left. As for the other superhumans, He had no desire to see them at all.
Chapter 14: Daily Life and Qi Lin
"This experiment was a complete failure! The Boss is very unhappy!"
"Let me tell you, this is the situation we're in. If you guys don't work harder, I have plenty of people ready to replace you. Don't you..."
Smith had intuitively mastered the exclusive jargon of this country's capitalists.
However, Han Fei wasn't in the mood to pay attention to this. He had already returned home, full of disappointment.
It was already late at night.
Han Fei had originally planned to wash up and go to sleep, but he discovered a message from Qi Lin on his phone.
It had been sent over half an hour ago.
He took a look; it was just a simple greeting.
So, the question was:
Sleep now?
Or chat?
Is this a question?
This is not a question!
"Sleep is the most important thing."
The next day.
After a full night's sleep, Han Fei felt his mood had completely improved.
After a simple wash, Aunt Wu was already preparing breakfast.
It was only then that Han Fei opened his screen.
"Sorry, I fell asleep a bit early last night."
After sending the message, Han Fei didn't wait for a reply. Instead, he turned on the TV, intending to browse for some movies.
Then.
"Black Star, I think some of our culture needs to shed its dross. What do you think?"
"Does Master mean to purify? I do not advise you to do so. The chaos in the entertainment industry is fueled by capital like yours, sizzling..."
He automatically deleted the last few words.
Then he continued.
"Money laundering, endorsements, etc. In fact, many artists in your own industry endorse you and exert influence. Are you sure you want to offend your peers, harm yourself, and gain nothing for your trouble?"
Han Fei curled his lips. "Let them do as they please. Capital is inherently weak. As long as you don't touch their vital interests, this? They should be fawning over me. Besides, I just want to do a simple cleanup, at least so it doesn't offend my eyes. Why are you so naggy!"
"Now that I'm so rich, can't I at least cleanse my own eyes?"
"Yes, command confirmed. Initiating execution."
He switched channels. Lone Moon.
Han Fei watched with great interest.
At this moment, a reply came.
Han Fei continued watching TV, replying intermittently.
Afternoon.
Han Fei went to Black Star Group's professional training base.
This was a comprehensive, scientific, and professional training facility.
Many of the instructors were retired or active special forces soldiers from various countries, and their families were also employed by Black Star Group, meaning they were completely tied to the company.
Zhao Xin and Liu Chuang were currently here.
As soon as he entered, Han Fei heard.
"Liu Chuang! Are you not eating?! Why are you acting like a weakling!"
"Your salary is higher than ours! Are you worthy of that money?!"
"Will the Boss be disappointed! Will your benefits disappear? Will you have to return to the mud again?!"
"Today's training is only one-third complete, and you're already like this? Like this? Like this?!"
"You trash!"
"Get up!!!"
In front of Han Fei.
A yellow-skinned instructor was roaring at someone.
The voice, the demeanor, it was just like he was scolding a dog.
And the person being scolded.
He was currently wearing only a pair of large shorts, desperately swinging two barbells, each weighing no less than sixty pounds, up and down.
His eyes were wide as copper bells.
Sweat poured down like rain.
Beside him, Zhao Xin's voice could be heard.
"Head Dog! If you can't hack it, just say so. Master Xin here can hold on for another thirty minutes!"
That guy was practically flying on the treadmill.
His speed was incredibly fast.
"Bullshit, you old bastard. I... can still... do it."
Liu Chuang retorted.
"Fine! Old Huang, speed it up for me! Head Dog, you dare to keep up?"
"Damn it! You're ruthless! I'll keep up!"
Gulp.
Han Fei swallowed, this was almost as intense as his Eight Extremes Heaven training. These two were too dedicated.
At this thought.
Han Fei wondered if he should pass down the Eight Extremes Heaven to them.
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