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"You already have weak gene technology? And you've even achieved results? R32 catalyst? Is this the senior researcher you hired?"

Zuo Teng has a hidden card.

He was certain that in the future, he wouldn't keep chasing after Zhang Xuezhou; Zhang Xuezhou would turn around and beg him for everything he had ever given.

But the future that Zuo Teng envisioned seemed to have gone in the opposite direction.

He looked at the old man Zhang Xuezhou had brought over, then stared wide-eyed at Chimon Haig from head to toe, but couldn't recall any researcher in weak gene technology from various countries named Grandpa Haig.

"You need to understand what kind of people develop weak gene technology," Chim Hager said. "I've reached this level; the R32 catalyst can't be that bad!"

"It would be best if we could strive for perfection," Zhang Xuezhou said. "Perhaps by combining the advanced technology of the Scarlet Alliance State with weak genes, you might be able to improve your own technology, or even modify the genetic conditions within your body, thereby possessing a stronger foundation."

"That's not wrong. After all, time is a scary thing. The most advanced technology decades ago might be commonplace today," Chimman Hagrid finally agreed.

"Wait a minute, I'm about to enter the Third Sequence, which will qualify me to access this level. I'll go back for a bit and be right back!"

The few words exchanged between Zhang Xuezhou and Qimeng Haige made Zuo Teng think back to himself, and in the end, he did not try to hide anything.

Normally, he might have some ulterior motives towards Zhang Xuezhou, but his competition with Zuo Denggao has intensified, and the remaining time to stabilize the Lineage is even shorter.

This made Zuo Teng's development almost short-sighted; he would bear any cost that could bring better development.

The Zuo Household's weak gene technology is valuable, but it will all be meaningless if the Zuo Household is removed from the ranks of major Lineage in Western Capital City, or if Zuo Teng loses his right to inherit the Zuo Household.

He returned to Western Capital City not only to retrieve the finished drug products, but also to collect related information. Even though Zhang Xuezhou had schemed against him, Zuo Teng felt he had accepted it.

Zuo Teng started his car and drove at 120 miles per hour.

But it didn't last long; he had only driven a few miles when his car was forcibly stopped.

"Professor Zhou? Professor Qin? Committee Member Chang Kong? Professor Li? Professor Zhong?"

Zuo Teng was about to scold the sentry for being blind. He was a man with a pass and shouldn't be treated like this. Besides, he was in a great hurry and didn't want to waste a single second.

But upon seeing who was blocking his way, Zuo Teng swallowed back the words he was about to utter.

"Hello everyone," Zuo Teng forced a smile.

"Xiao Zuo, why are you in such a hurry? Are you trying to escape for your life?" Chang Kong Yinghao asked solemnly.

"I'm not running for my life, I just need to go home to get something," Zuo Teng said. "I'll be back in a bit!"

"Oh?"

Chang Kong Yinghao frowned, then signaled to the sentry to let them pass.

Zuo Teng's ability to leave and his willingness to return proves that nothing unexpected happened at the B13 laboratory.

"What exactly is Rihui up to?" Chang Kongyinghao complained as he watched Zuo Teng drive away in a flash. "We were trying to avoid those people, but he just went and invited them all back to Western Capital City!"

"What? The Thousand Islands Alliance dares to invite Chimon Haig? Has our Scarlet Alliance State become so inferior?" Zhou Yueyan mocked.

"Unexpected events in old age are hard to prevent, so it's better to avoid trouble," Chang Kong Yinghao said helplessly. "Besides, the Thousand Islands Alliance incident has already driven them to disregard any cost, which is why they invited a dangerous individual like Chimon Haig to go!"

"How do you know we might reach a point where we need to call in outside help in the future!"

Zhou Yueyan replied, which left Chang Kongyinghao speechless for a moment.

Song Fengying brought back a large number of videos from the Thousand Islands Alliance and released them online. Although Feiyu Live was summoned for questioning immediately and the release of much of the information was controlled, and only a small number of videos were allowed to continue to be released, the video information that had entered some special groups had already completed its mission.

Not only the upper echelons of Western Capital City, but also high-ranking officials in many provinces and cities obtained relevant information, and some even sent people to the Thousand Islands Alliance to verify it in person.

What Zhou Yueyan said reflects the concerns of many others.

Even the most valiant heroes would have to say, "These are turbulent times."

If this happened in the Scarlet Alliance State, their strategy would be not much different from that of the Thousand Islands Alliance.

Compared to the Tour District, the Scarlet Alliance State's side simply has smoother roads, a wider range of firepower, more Sixth Sequence members, and can even get the unstable elderly members from the Elderly Mansion to help.

The upheavals in the Thousand Islands Alliance, coupled with the repeated falls of fire meteors, have created a sense of foreboding among the people.

In the past records of the Scarlet Alliance State, fireballs have always been considered an ominous sign.

Although modern people are not as superstitious, they cannot help but make associations with the repeated meteor showers and changes in the Thousand Islands Alliance.

This is not a struggle for control between Western Capital City and other provinces, but could potentially involve the survival of humanity across the entire nation and even the entire continent.

Although Chang Kongyinghao and others were primarily concerned with their own families, he didn't need to consider the overall survival interests of humanity.

"Actually, I really hope that countries can put aside their differences and share their most advanced scientific and technological knowledge," Chang Kongyinghao said in a low voice, "But such a thing is too difficult!"

"No one would willingly give up their family fortune to support a competitor for no reason," Qin Wenhan shook his head and said, "If that day ever comes, then having the technology won't matter anymore!"

"No circulation is the best-case scenario," Li Yingbo nodded.

"Full circulation will make many people rely on the 'iron rice bowl' system, and who will bother with research then? They'll just have to wait for sharing anyway," Zhongli Nan said.

Zhong Linan, you didn't understand what Old Qin meant!

The group discussed amongst themselves, offering their analysis. Chang Kongyinghao, in particular, looked warily toward the B13 Research Institute, wondering what Zhou Rihui was waiting for that made him willing to be with such a dangerous individual and even vouch for him.

The consequences of such a guarantee failing would be extremely high.

This would not only threaten Zhou Rihui's life, but could also cause the Zhou Household to never recover.

If Zhou Xin were here, things would be fine, and the situation could be kept under control.

Chang Kong Yinghao felt that Zhou Rihui hadn't adjusted to Zhou Xin's absence and still believed that the Zhou Household had enough prestige.

In reality, they are far inferior to the older generation.

The older generation grew up amidst fierce battles and intrigues, even resorting to violence to overthrow the Luofu Empire. Their experiences were far less remarkable, and the next generation is no different, resulting in completely different personalities, strengths, and other qualities.

If Zhou Xin and others were the golden generation, their generation could only be considered bronze, and the third generation could only be called scrap iron in the present day.

If it weren't for the advancements in scientific and technological research brought about by the times, they would have almost nothing to be proud of.

"Yueyan, didn't Rihui say anything?"

Chang Kongyinghao felt a sense of urgency and also pressed for more information.

"He said that if we just hold on for a few more days, he will send Chimon Haig away. Now everything is starting to run normally again," Zhou Yueyan replied casually, glancing at the display screen.

"Normal operation? What does that mean? I get the feeling they're waiting for Zhang Xuezhou to come to his senses?" Chang Kong Yinghao asked.

"Rihui said Zhang Xuezhou is preparing to publish an 'Analysis Report on the Longevity Gene Chain, the Influence of Drugs, and Divine Mentality,' and he's asking if you're interested. Qimeng Haige, for one, is very interested!"

Zhou Yueyan looked at the display screen.

Her initial attitude was normal, but when Zhou Hui sent the message again on Sunday, her expression became more solemn.

"Where did Zhang Xuezhou get the research capabilities to study this area?" Chang Kongyinghao asked doubtfully.

"He's not good enough, but it's different if you add Luo Burang," Zhou Yueyan said in a deep voice.

"That old codger Luo Hui, he's been hiding things all along. He's been guaranteeing that Luo's research is limited, only breeding some long-lived flies, mosquitoes, and mice. His scientific theories on longevity aren't enough to support the development of human lifespan extension," Chang Kong Yinghao cursed. "Now that people from abroad are coming to us for help, we're only finding out now."

"Old Luo has absolutely no spirit of sharing!"

Ren Yisheng's team member Qin Wenhan quickly added insult to injury, and Li Yingbo glanced at everyone before echoing his sentiment.

Suddenly, everyone's impression of Professor Luo Hui plummeted, and they felt that they would have to raise the price by at least three percent when cooperating with the Luo family in the future.