What Happens When a Lone Man and Woman Share a Room?

"Genus isn't here?"

Meikyō looked around and found that besides the Armored Gorilla and two sanitation robots, there was only one new member.

A chubby Katsuyu with two tentacles on its head.

"The doctor is talking to a distributor upstairs, he should be done in a bit. Mosquito Girl is filming an advertisement in the building next door."

The Armored Gorilla put down what it was doing and poured a cup of tea for the two of them.

"Mosquito Girl can shoot commercials? Although she's good-looking and has a great figure, if she doesn't carefully conceal herself, you can still tell she's a weirdo, right?"

Meikyō took a sip of tea and asked.

Fubuki also drank a cup, then put down her teacup and looked at Meikyō.

Isn't this guy afraid of getting burned?

"The doctor recently helped Mosquito Girl upgrade and develop new abilities. Now she can control her blood, muscles, and bones to a certain extent. The patterns on her face and the wings on her back can temporarily disappear, and her arthropod-like hands and legs can also transform into the appearance of a normal human. So she can still disguise herself as a normal human."

The Armored Gorilla said this.

"Then the Mosquito Girl's strength must have improved to some extent now?"

Meikyō took two more sips of tea.

Genus has risen in status and position, even the tea he drinks is no longer ordinary.

"The doctor said that when Mosquito Girl is at full strength, her strength is barely at the Dragon-level. But I'm not bad either. The doctor also made me a brand new armor, so I'm almost at the Dragon-level."

"And what about the newcomer?"

Meikyō pointed at the Katsuyu.

"Crimson Ninja Lord, I am Psychic Slug No. 2. I can use some Psychic Power, but of course, I am still much weaker than this Ms. Fubuki."

A fawning smile appeared on the face of the Psychic Slug No. 2 as it used its antennae to lift the teapot and refill Meikyō's cup.

"Psychic Slug No. 2? What about Number One?"

Meikyō asked the Katsuyu in front of her, which was over a meter tall.

He felt he had a special connection with Katsuyu, but the one in the Shikkotsu Forest had a female voice, while this one was male, and the intensity of their auras was different.

The one in Shikkotsu Forest was very large, no smaller than some of the Dragon-level monsters here. As for its strength, Meikyō felt it was probably above the Demon-level, close to the Dragon-level. In Hokage, it would be considered a being at the threshold of the Super Kage-level.

As for this Katsuyu...

She's weaker than the current Fubuki, but should be similar to the Fubuki before her abilities were further developed and improved. She's at the Tiger-level ceiling, the level of the Demon-level foot, and about the same as the top A-rank heroes except for Sweet Mask.

"Psychic Slug No. 1, huh? That guy is no match for me. I'm Demon-level monster, while he's Tiger-level monster. I heard that when he went to find you, he was punched to pieces by that hero next door called Caped Baldy. I'm an upgraded version of Psychic Katsuyu Number One, which Dr. Genos cultivated for his research on Psychic Power!"

The Psychic Slug No. 2 struck a pose with its hands on its hips using its two long tentacles, looking incredibly smug.

"So, you're the result of Genus's recent research into Psychic Power?"

Fubuki blew on the tea, which had cooled down a bit, and looked at the psychic Katsuyu.

"Of course!"

"I wonder if the doctor's research results can further enhance my Psychic Power."

Fubuki took a sip of tea and said quietly.

She knew that her Psychic Power had reached a bottleneck and she could only rely on hard work. Perhaps in a few more years, or even until she died of old age, her Psychic Power would still be at this level.

"Of course you can, but it will be very tiring."

Genus appeared at the door at some point, wearing a custom-made suit. Compared to his previous scholarly air, he now exuded the aura of a business tycoon.

"There have been a lot going on lately. All the previous clones were killed by the Carnage Kabuto, and the newly cultivated ones are still in hibernation pods receiving memories. So I haven't had much time for research lately, but we've still made some progress."

Genus walked up to a freezer and opened it.

There were four blue bottles of potion inside.

"I've analyzed the ingredients of the Psykos potion that Fubuki brought back, and I also tested it on the Psychic Slug No. 2. It has some side effects, but it's still relatively safe."

Four bottles of blue potion, still radiating a chilling aura, were immediately placed on the table.

"This medicine contains an alcohol that can stimulate brain cells and activate the cerebral cortex. If extracted and used in small amounts, it can be added to stimulant drinks. Such a dosage would put a lot of pressure on the brain. If you are not Psychic Power, you certainly cannot withstand it. But even so, if you use it frequently, it will affect your mental will. Psykos' personality has become somewhat crazy, which may not be unrelated to this medicine."

Upon hearing Genus's words, Fubuki seemed somewhat hesitant.

"Then... if I use this potion, will I become like Psykos?"

Who do you think I am?

Genus pushed up his Glasses with a confident look on his face.

"I don't know if Psykos concocted this potion herself or had someone else develop it. I admit, her biotechnology level is indeed quite high, at least ten years ahead of this era. However, it's still only at the level I was fifteen years ago."

Genus said in a pretentious manner, meaning that his biotechnology was more than 25 years ahead of this era.

"I haven't delved too deeply into the field of Psychic Power before, but fortunately, because I created the Psychic Slug No. 1, I have some experience in it. With this sample, I took some time to study it, and after understanding the principle, I created a safer and more controllable version. I made five copies. One was taken by Psychic Slug No. 2 the day before yesterday, and the remaining four are now in front of you."

At this point, Genus pulled out an experimental report from the file bag next to him.

"The principle behind my drug is actually quite similar to that one. It also amplifies Psychic Power by activating brain nerve cells and influencing the brainwave output of Psychic Power individuals. However, it is gentler. Psychic Slug No. 2 took 50 grams of the drug that I replicated based on the original sample, its psychic output increased by 3.47 times. After the drug's effects wore off, it was accompanied by side effects such as dizziness, weakness, irritability, and inability to control its own instincts. However, subsequent tests showed that its Psychic Power strength under normal conditions increased by 2 percentage points."

"After taking fifty grams of my improved drug, the increase in telekinetic output was 1.74 times, the side effects were significantly reduced, and after taking a sedative drug specifically for regulating hormones and mood, no abnormalities occurred. Subsequent testing showed that the strength of his normal Psychic Power increased by 0.164 percent."

Genus casually tossed the lab report onto the table beside him and made a tactical leaning-back motion.

What defines a great scientist?

"Impressive! Although the effect has been somewhat weakened, the side effects have been almost eliminated, and it can be used as a stable means to enhance the strength of Psychic Power. You truly live up to your reputation, Genus."

Meikyō picked up a blue bottle of potion and couldn't help but exclaim in admiration.

"What is the upper limit of the improvement this potion can provide?"

"It's hard to say. Take the Psychic Slug No. 2 as an example. He should be able to increase his psychic level to the level he gained from the second dose of the drug in a relatively short period of time. However, if he takes the same drug again, his psychic level can still increase, but it should be less than 1.74 times. Even if the dosage is increased later, there should be an upper limit. As for this upper limit, it should be limited by the limiter. The effect of this drug is actually like an amplifier. While amplifying your strength, it also amplifies the path you have to reach the limiter. But as a price, the difficulty of unlocking the limiter will increase exponentially."

"Limiter? What's that?"

Fubuki asked curiously.

She had never encountered the concept of limiters before.

So, Genus explained the concept of the limiter to Fubuki.

"Since this limiter is so difficult to open, why should I stubbornly persist in trying to open something that seems unrealistic to me?"

Fubuki was very clear-headed.

Since the limiter is so difficult to open, I might as well just choose another feasible path.

One path has less than a one in ten thousand chance of being successful, while the other path leads a long distance but ends in a dead end.

In this situation, most normal people would choose the latter option.

"You need to think this through! I'll remind you again, this drug has its limits. Although there's no data to show anything yet, based on my experience, the highest it can achieve is probably the same as when Psykos took it, reaching the peak of the Dragon-level, with the ability to use Psychic Power and fight against Tatsumaki for a short period of time."

Genus pulled out a blue vial of potion and held it up in front of Fubuki.

"Do you still want to use it now?"

"...certainly."

Fubuki hesitated for two seconds before giving an affirmative answer.

Meikyō sat to one side, sipping her tea, without interrupting, letting Fubuki make her own choice.

She had lived in the shadow of her older sister, who was far superior to her in every way, since she was a child. Tatsumaki had indeed given Fubuki all the protection she could during those eighteen years.

But Tatsumaki's temperament is inherently childish, and no matter how much she tries to act like a mature older sister in front of Fubuki, she can never change that.

This makes Fubuki's feelings towards her older sister very complicated.

She felt grateful, a little admiring, and yet also awe-inspiring. In front of outsiders, she possessed a cool and aloof demeanor with leadership qualities, but in front of her older sister, Tatsumaki, she often became so nervous that she couldn't speak.

What she wanted most was to surpass her older sister, but that was just a thought. From childhood to adulthood, no matter how well she did, she could never get first place because she had an older sister who was always better than her. That's why she had always held the top spot in the B-rank for so long.

This is her first "first" in life.

Of course, another reason is that the number one in A-rank is Sweet Mask, a master whose strength is no less than that of most S-Class Hero. Fubuki knows that even if she reaches A-rank, she cannot become number one, let alone become S-Class Hero.

However, now that her strength has improved and she has become the nineteenth in the S-rank, it actually means that she has gradually let go of the past.

"I know that I could not have achieved what I have today on my own, and I have little chance of surpassing you and my sister in the future. But at least I have the qualifications to catch up with you and can try to get closer to you."

Fubuki took the blue potion from Genus's hand and said earnestly.

Meikyō was somewhat puzzled.

If you're chasing your sister, just chase her. Why are you dragging me into this? Could it really be...?

Meikyō suddenly noticed that Genus was looking at him with a strange expression, as if to say, "No wonder it's you."

The Armored Gorilla standing to the side had already secretly given Meikyō a thumbs up.

"Dr. Genos, please tell me what preparations I need to make before taking this medicine!"

Fubuki, clutching the blue bottle of potion, asked Genus.

"In that case, let's go to the Gravity Training Room. It will be a good opportunity for you to enhance the training effect of Meikyō when your Psychic Power are activated. You two, come with me next door to get the tranquilizer."

Genus glanced at Fubuki, then at Meikyō, before beckoning to his two subordinates.

But the Psychic Slug No. 2 was completely dumbfounded.

"But, Doctor, I remember you put that sedative in..."

"Shut up! You're less than two months old, and you've spent most of your time in the incubation chamber. What do you know about these adult matters!"

Before Dr. Genos could speak, the Armored Gorilla stretched out its large, black-haired hand and covered the mouth of the telekinetic Katsuyu.

With a wink at Meikyō, Genus led the Armored Gorilla and the psychic Katsuyu being dragged by it out of the room.

Now, only a man and a woman are left alone in the room.

"Ahem, um... Fubuki, you... I..."

Meikyō was somewhat unsure how to proceed.

Fubuki put on a calm expression, her ears turning red, and sat at the table, constantly sipping her tea.

"Well, this tea... I think it's pretty good too."

Meikyō casually rambled on, while simultaneously glancing at Fubuki a few times with her Transparent World.

Hmm, my heart is racing. It seems the other person is even more panicked than I am.

"Yes, yes, I also think this tea is delicious."

Fubuki sipped her tea slowly, her eyes fixed on the teapot, as if the patterns on it were incredibly beautiful.

"If it tastes good, then drink more."

Meikyō continued spouting meaningless nonsense.

Fubuki put down her teacup and finally looked at Meikyō, but her eyes were full of doubt.

Who taught you to talk to girls like that?

What should I say in response?

Before Fubuki could say anything, Meikyō looked at the teapot that Fubuki had been staring at.

"This teapot... um... the patterns on it are quite beautiful, it must be an expensive item."

"Oh? Oh! Really! I think so too. No wonder I was so engrossed in watching it just now."

"Since it's so beautiful, you can look at it a little longer."

Fubuki was stunned.