"No, no, of course I can do it. I have the technology, but the time and money costs will be quite high. It may take several years. As for the budget, it is still uncertain."
Several years?
Meikyō frowned slightly, but quickly relaxed.
Although it takes a long time, it's not unacceptable if success can be guaranteed.
The only variable lies in Madara from the Naruto World.
"Tell me what you plan to do first."
"Well, it's very simple. First, we'll extract some stem cells from your body and then perform genetic modification on these stem cells. We'll reverse transcribe the homologous genes from your tribe into them, and then inject the stem cells back into your body to perform preliminary modifications so that your body can adapt. Next, we'll work on the undifferentiated cells, including nerve cells. This part is more complicated. We'll need to use a protein called 'gene scissors' to shorten a part of your gene sequence, and then introduce the genes you need into these cells to perform comprehensive modifications on your whole body, including your brain."
Dr. Genos took out a pen and paper and scribbled, using an abstract cartoon to illustrate his points in front of Meikyō.
The comic's content is basically about cutting out gene fragments from DNA with scissors and then inserting a new one.
"Won't doing this affect my personality, memory, character, and other such things?"
"Of course, but I have other ways to get around these barriers."
Dr. Genos stood with his hands on his hips, pointing proudly at the One-Punch Clones in the distance.
"These are my clones, possessing a portion of my memories, because only I understand what I need to do, and only what I create can satisfy me. They are the perfect experimental assistants!"
"At that time, I can create a clone for you, and then use my invented consciousness transfer technology to transfer your thoughts into the clone. Once your original body is fully modified, I can transfer your consciousness back."
"Consciousness transfer... Are you sure there won't be any unexpected problems?"
"I don't know either. The consciousness of these clones is a product of this technology, a copy of my own will. After testing, they basically have 63% to 81% of my memories. However, I can improve this technology to maintain the copied memories at over 80%. As for the remaining 20%, I think that's a price we can pay."
Genus looked at the Meikyō and said solemnly.
The white light reflected through the lenses of his Glasses, illuminating Meikyō's Sharingan.
"What about the time and money costs you mentioned earlier?"
Meikyō asked again.
He plans to learn more before making a decision.
"The time cost is the time required for a clone to mature. It takes about two years to mature a clone into an adult. As for the monetary cost, using gene scissors to modify your gene sequence is not only a delicate task, but also a huge project. After all, you have hundreds of millions of cells in your body, so I need to create a large number of nanorobots to carry out this process. This process will generate an extremely large amount of data, and I need a supercomputer with sufficient computing power to process the data and control the nanorobots."
"So, how long will this renovation process take?"
Meikyō continued to ask Genus.
"Well, it depends on the number of nanobots and the effectiveness of the first stage. If the effect is good enough and there are enough nanobots, the process can be completed in less than an hour. If it takes longer, it may take several days."
"Is that how it is?"
Meikyō closed his eyes and fell into thought.
Genus also shut his mouth and sat quietly to the side.
He longed to create a work of art that was even more perfect and powerful than Carnage Kabuto, and then see who would be stronger, the Meikyō Saitama.
"I possess a Ninjutsu that you can consider a Psychic Power: I can cause my soul to leave my body for a certain period of time and be generated as a spirit. I think this should be able to replace your consciousness transfer technology. Before the modification, I can let my soul leave my body, and after the modification, I can let my soul return to my body."
The Ninjutsu that Meikyō mentioned was naturally the Spirit Transformation Technique he had just mastered some time ago.
"There's actually such a miraculous ability?"
A fierce fire reignited in Genus's eyes.
His desire to conduct research had never been so strong.
However, he quickly turned his attention back to his current topic.
"How long can you maintain this ability to astral projection?"
"About two to seven hours."
Meikyō replied.
Two hours is the maximum duration that the Meikyō can maintain when performing other secret techniques related to the Spirit Transformation Technique, assassinating enemies, or gathering intelligence, all while incurring certain energy consumption.
Seven hours is the longest time that can be maintained in a spiritual state without performing any other actions.
"I do have a solution. I can clone only one of your brains and place it in a robot like the one used by the Armored Gorilla. This would greatly save time and costs. If the modification of your main body cannot be completed before the end of your astral projection, then your soul can be temporarily placed in another brain until the modification of your main body is completed and then migrated back. However, the cost of doing so would be a further increase in the required financial costs."
Meikyō hesitated slightly.
These do indeed sound like highly successful solutions.
To be honest, he was somewhat tempted.
Can you guarantee a success rate?
Meikyō asked Genus.
"Of course! As long as it's not halfway through the renovation and a meteorite suddenly falls from the sky and destroys this place, I can guarantee a 100% success rate!"
Meikyō nodded silently.
In other words, as long as no unexpected events occur during the process, the experiment can be 100% successful.
All we need to do is call Saitama to help guard the gate, and even if Boros comes, he won't stand a chance.
"Next, I will prepare genetic samples from my own people for you, and then we can begin the experiment."
Meikyō finally made up her mind.
However, Genus poured cold water on the idea.
"No, not yet. Look, you've destroyed my entire base. All the equipment is gone, and there's almost no funding left. In other words, you have to give me enough money. Renting a supercomputer and building a production line for nanorobots—all of these cost money."
Genus shrugged and said.
Meikyō rubbed her temples in distress.
He doesn't lack money, especially small amounts; he can just take out some gold.
But Genus wanted a significantly larger quantity, and if I were to produce a large amount of gold all at once, there would definitely be problems.
Moreover, it's uncertain whether Meikyō) will be enough.
"Actually, if you want to rent a supercomputer and buy some raw materials for producing nanorobots, money alone is not enough. You also need a certain status. So, I can give you a suggestion."
Genus took off his Glasses and looked into the Meikyō as he spoke.
What suggestion?
"Tomorrow is the Hero Association's professional hero registration exam. With your strength, you will definitely be able to raise your rank to S-rank in a short time after joining the Hero Association, which will definitely meet the requirements for status and position."
As for money, each professional hero receives a certain amount of subsidies each month, and can also earn generous rewards while completing hero activities. Of course, this is just small change. What I want you to do is be like him.
Genus opened the Hero Association's official website on his computer, clicked on a link, and was redirected to a new page.
Meikyō looked up and saw a man with light blue, shoulder-length hair, a face with perfect proportions, and exceptionally handsome features.
"Sweet Mask?"
Meikyō remembers that the first book she read after she came into this world was related to Sweet Mask.
"That's right, it's the number one A-rank hero, Sweet Mask. With this face, he has starred in a large number of movies and TV series, received countless advertising offers, and his personal merchandise is selling extremely well. He is not only a professional hero but also a phenomenal idol star, ranking among the top on the list of newly rich people in the past two years."
You're actually quite handsome, and you have the strength to rival S-Class Hero, so I think you could totally replicate Sweet Mask's experience!
Meikyō stroked his chin, feeling that Genus said made a lot of sense.
With his abilities, becoming a hero in the Hero Association is indeed a good way to quickly earn a lot of money and gain a certain status in this world.
Back home, Saitama looked gloomy and didn't even touch the dinner that Genos had carefully prepared for him.
"Saitama, are you... heartbroken?"
Meikyō asked curiously.
"No, I just want to know why I've been a hero for three years, but I don't even have any fans, and nobody even recognizes me when I walk down the street!"
Saitama clutched his head in frustration.
"This morning, a group of criminals called the Touyuan Group shaved their heads as a mark, and people mistook Saitama for a member of the Touyuan Group. They also encountered a ninja named Sonic, who also mistook Saitama for a member of the Touyuan Group."
Genos explained.
"By the way, Teacher Meikyō, I remember you're also a ninja. Do you know that Sonic?"
Genos asked again.
"Speed-o'-Sound Sonic? I've heard of him. He's A-rank wanted criminal in the Underworld, but I've never crossed paths with him."
Meikyō casually placed the papers in his hand on the table and said.
Genos glanced at the contents of the paper.
"The Hero Association's Pro Hero Application Form? Saitama- sensei! I think this could be a way to solve your problem!"