After returning to Terra from Saturn, the first thing Qin Mo did was hand the Emperor's and Malcador's genes to the genetic experts under his command for study.
He had no particular purpose in mind. He was simply curious.
And the genetic Scholar quickly obtained some relatively superficial results using various research instruments he had commissioned Qin Mo to create.
This simple study was even completed right in front of Qin Mo.
"The genes of these two Perpetuals are different."
"Of course, they are also vastly different from those of ordinary people."
The Scholar spoke while holding the results.
"But they are indeed both human. From the perspective of genetic science, these are unquestionably the genes of the upright ape species of primates."
"Still, there is no real need to debate whether they possess human genes. Even other people currently on Terra, including mutated abhumans, possess human genes. Their variations are simply so unique and extreme that they could be classified as branches of the human species."
"That said, the genes of Perpetuals are still quite close to those of primitive humans, given how ancient they are."
The Scholar summarized as clearly and concisely as he could.
After listening, Qin Mo pondered for a moment, then could not help asking, "Could their genes have any special uses? Extending lifespans, for instance, or allowing the dead to come back to life?"
"No. They are unique." The Scholar shook his head.
"All right." Qin Mo found the answer unsurprising. He had not intended to make use of their genes in the first place, but for certain reasons, he could not help asking.
The Scholar stored the two genetic samples away, preserving them much like framed photographs, then returned them to Qin Mo.
Just as Qin Mo was about to leave the laboratory,