The lab lights shone on the refreshed Peggy, and the atmosphere was just reaching its most tender moment.
Bang!
The subtle, touching, and tender atmosphere between the two shattered completely.
Peggy, who had just been reborn, froze, only then belatedly realizing that she was completely naked, her brand-new young body exposed to the air without any cover.
Even though she had just undergone a soul rebirth and her mindset was no longer that of a twenty-something-year-old girl, being suddenly disturbed like this in front of Steve instantly filled her face with embarrassment and panic.
Steve was visibly at a loss.
He had lived for nearly a century, witnessed countless bullets and life-or-death Extremis, and had always remained calm and composed in the face of danger. But at this moment, he too panicked.
Before me stood Peggy, transformed back into a radiant and beautiful woman in her early twenties, her flawless figure clearly visible.
He was in the prime of his life, full of youthful vigor and deep affection for Peggy. In this situation, he was incredibly awkward, his cheeks flushed slightly, and he didn't know where to look. He could only stand there stiffly, feeling extremely uncomfortable.
The two of them looked nothing like legendary heroes and secret agents who had undergone a miraculous rebirth; they were clearly a pair of students secretly in love, about to exchange tender glances, when they were caught red-handed, looking flustered and flustered.
Seeing this ridiculous scene, I knew that if I didn't intervene, things would get really messed up, so I immediately raised my hand and waved it.
A clean, simple, and well-fitting women's casual suit instantly floated down in front of Peggy.
I reluctantly stepped in to help.
"Hurry up and put it on, or the situation will completely spiral out of control if Tony actually rushes in."
If Tony, with his gossip-loving nature, were to barge in and witness this scene, given his personality, he would most likely tease the two of them for the rest of his life.
Peggy reacted extremely quickly, proving herself to be a veteran top agent; even in the midst of chaos, her operational efficiency remained impeccable.
She reached out and took the clothes, her movements fluid and swift, thanks to the excellent flexibility her body had just adapted to.
Raising his hand, draping the coat, tying the belt, and adjusting it—the entire dressing process was completed in one smooth motion, taking less than ten seconds.
Absolutely absurdly efficient.
It's also clear that this brand-new, peak-age body is in perfect condition in terms of coordination, adaptability, and bodily reactions. Peggy feels almost no awkwardness and has perfectly adapted to her newborn body.
In the blink of an eye, she was dressed neatly and appropriately, completely shedding her previous embarrassment, leaving only a youthful, elegant, and exceptionally graceful appearance, with a composed yet lively expression.
Seeing that Peggy was dressed neatly and looked calm again, I smiled and snapped my the Snap.
"Hiss~"
The tightly closed alloy doors of the laboratory slid open slowly to both sides.
Outside the door, Tony was peeking in, holding a spare set of protective armor accessories, looking like he was waiting patiently and ready to observe and learn at any time.
As soon as the door opened, he strode in, his gaze immediately falling on the rejuvenated Peggy Carter. His pupils contracted slightly, and he couldn't help but gasp.
"Wow!"
An exclamation escaped his lips, his tone filled with genuine shock.
"This is outrageous! It's a textbook example of rejuvenating!"
Tony was truly amazed.
He had seen the most advanced Earth biotechnology and the most cutting-edge gene modification technology, but the method before him to recreate a perfect body from scratch and transfer soul consciousness without damage completely crushed all the technology he knew; it was simply a miracle.
After expressing his feelings, Tony immediately offered his sincere congratulations.
"Congratulations to you both! This is finally a perfect ending. The regret that has lasted for decades has been completely made up for today!"
It must be said that all of them possessed top-notch mental fortitude.
The awkward, tense, and ambiguous atmosphere from just moments ago vanished instantly with Tony's candid and sincere congratulations, and the atmosphere in the laboratory returned to a relaxed and natural state.
Steve let out a long sigh of relief, suppressing the lingering turmoil in his heart. He looked at me with eyes full of gratitude, his tone deeply moved.
"That's truly incredible, Rimuru."
"I thought that so-called rebirth and returning to youth was just about repairing an aging body, but I never expected that you would achieve such a miracle that is almost like recreating life."
Peggy nodded gently, her eyes filled with warmth and gratitude.
"Thank you for giving me a chance to start over and move forward, beyond all my expectations."
Seeing their faces beaming with joy and anticipation, I spoke up at the opportune moment, gently pouring cold water on their happiness and interrupting their joy.
"Don't be too happy yet, I have to say something first."
My tone became serious, with no trace of joking.
"This body is the optimal version, perfectly replicated and cultivated according to your original core genetic blueprint. Your genes and soul consciousness are 100% yours; there has been no fundamental change. You are still the one and only Peggy Carter."
"But a body reconstructed from scratch will ultimately have subtle differences from a naturally grown body."
"For example, unique biometric features such as fingerprints, iris patterns, and fine skin texture can exhibit extremely subtle deviations, meaning they are no longer the original data."
"After you get back, remember to take some time to do a full identity information update and verification. Also, it's best to bring your aging body back with you and handle it properly to avoid any unnecessary identity problems later."
These words are straightforward and objective, without exaggerating the risks or concealing details.
Steve and Peggy were both meticulous and thoughtful people, and they immediately understood the implications.
The two exchanged a glance and nodded solemnly, indicating that they fully understood.
"We understand, and we will handle the details properly to avoid any potential problems."
After confirming all the precautions, the two thanked me again solemnly, their eyes filled with sincere gratitude.
After completing all the procedures, the two did not linger any longer and prepared to leave the laboratory.
Just before leaving, Steve paused slightly, turned to look at me, and his eyes held a hint of unspoken words.
He was clearly worried that the entire process of the soul transfer and body regeneration in the laboratory might have been recorded by surveillance cameras.
Such a miraculous secret, once leaked, will inevitably cause endless trouble and turmoil.
I saw right through his thoughts and smiled faintly, giving him a heads-up beforehand.
"Don't worry, I understand."
"From the moment you came in to begin the experiment, I shut down all the monitoring equipment in the lab."
Hearing this, Steve finally felt relieved, a smile of relief spreading across his face, and he sincerely thanked him again.
Thank you for being so thoughtful.
After saying that, he carefully stepped forward and gently picked up the now-dormant, aged body, his movements tender and solemn.
An old, broken body, yet a new life, complete and fulfilling.
Steve, protecting Peggy who had regained her youth, embraced their past memories and the passage of time, and together they stepped out of the underground laboratory.
The laboratory door slowly closed, completely shutting out outside noise and restoring silence once more.
Tony stood there, stroking his chin, and muttered to himself with curiosity in his eyes.
"Fingerprint and iris discrepancies? Such detailed details... I suddenly have a new idea: could we combine this biotechnology with my nanomedical armor for an iterative upgrade?"
I watched Tony instantly switch back into research mode and shook my head helplessly. He really is a monkey who's become so clever, he can't stay still for a moment.