American comics: From the black robes to becoming the ultimate Doomsday

"Let me explain first," Luo Zhiqiang said with a faint smile. "This is a super gene serum that I cultivated using special methods over three months."

"Super gene serum?"

“Yes. This potion is called ‘Lip of Life,’ and it can improve human cells. It can also activate genes, causing them to evolve rapidly,” Luo Zhiqiang said. “Do you know what that means? It means you can become a warrior, a martial artist.”

"Are you bragging to me?" Pei Yuan scoffed. "You made this thing?"

“You’re wrong.” Luo Zhiqiang shook his head. “We prepared this a long time ago, but you used it first.”

“I don’t think this thing can save me,” Pei Yuan said. “Although this thing is very effective, the side effects are terrifying. Once injected, it is very difficult to get rid of its control and become a killing machine.”

“Yes,” Luo Zhiqiang sighed, “It’s a pity we lack research experience.”

"Why are you guys researching this stuff?" Pei Yuan said. "I'm not as free as you are."

“Because it’s our secret,” Luo Zhiqiang said.

“I’m not going to get involved in your mess,” Pei Yuan said. “Go find whoever you want, I’m not doing this.”

“In that case—” Luo Zhiqiang said, “I will have no choice but to hand you over to the military.”

"What?" Pei Yuan's eyes widened.

He was just saying it casually, but he didn't expect Luo Zhiqiang to actually want to hand him over to the military!

"Are you crazy?" Pei Yuan gritted his teeth and looked at Luo Zhiqiang.

“I don’t know if I’m crazy or not, but I know my decision is right.” Luo Zhiqiang smiled. “We don’t have much time left.”

Chapter 166 [At All Costs]

"What do you mean?" Pei Yuan frowned.

“Because we can’t hold on much longer,” Luo Zhiqiang sighed. “We’ve run out of energy reserves. If we don’t seek new sources of replenishment, even we will become weak.”

Pei Yuan's pupils contracted slightly: "What are you doing?"

“We need more of the life-giving fluid,” Luo Zhiqiang said calmly. “And this is what we got from the American government. But we can’t use it ourselves; we can only use it to test drugs on those children.”

"Child?"

“Yes, those are the babies who were sent to the lab,” Luo Zhiqiang said. “We chose them because their physical conditions met the requirements.”

"I remember my father saying that you are a group of scientists," Pei Yuan said coldly. "If you are scientists, then why are you using children for experiments?"

“We are not scientists,” Luo Zhiqiang shook his head. “We are just a bunch of pathetic worms chasing after power.”

"The pursuit of power?"

“Hmm,” Luo Zhiqiang said. “Of course, I don’t deny that technology is also a way to enhance strength. Unfortunately, we haven’t been able to fully master this technology.”

“We need a higher level of life to complete this great project,” Luo Zhiqiang said. “We need stronger bodies. And we need more blood to provide the nutrients consumed by the gene serum.”

Pei Yuan took a deep breath: "You want humanity to die?"

“Yes,” Luo Zhiqiang said without hesitation, “We need a large amount of superhuman blood. The more the better.”

"But……"

“Don’t worry. We’ve developed a new type of gene stabilizer that can make superhumans who have been injected with blood immune to the zombie virus,” Luo Zhiqiang said. “Moreover, it can also improve our physical condition.”

"we do not need."

"why?"

“Because I don’t want to become like that at all,” Pei Yuan said coldly. “Besides, I think I’m doing pretty well right now.”

"Do you think you're doing well right now?" Luo Zhiqiang smiled and tossed two vials of medicine onto the table. "You should take a look at this."

Pei Yuan looked down and was immediately stunned.

The two potions in front of him were vastly different from the potions he had taken before.

The medicine he had drunk before was green, but the medicine in front of Luo Zhiqiang was transparent.

Pei Yuan involuntarily swallowed.

It was a strange feeling, as if... he had returned to the beginning.

"This potion is called the Elixir of Life," Luo Zhiqiang continued. "After injection, it will give you a strong physique, and may even restore your youth, giving you greater combat power. However, it will also take away your lifespan. You will only have ten years to live."

"Ten years?" Pei Yuan looked at Luo Zhiqiang in surprise.

“That’s right.” Luo Zhiqiang nodded. “You will age within ten years. If you don’t inject the Elixir of Life in time, you will age rapidly. Moreover, even if you do inject the Elixir of Life, your lifespan will still not last 10 years.”

"How could that be?" Pei Yuan frowned. "Wasn't it said that these drugs were permanent?"

“This is only a theoretical permanent solution,” Luo Zhiqiang said. “After all, the research and development efforts of each country are different, and the ratio of gene agents is also different, which is very troublesome.”

"Then what exactly is your purpose?" Pei Yuan was silent for a moment before saying, "You want me to work for you?"

“Yes,” Luo Zhiqiang said, “It’s not just about working for us. If you have any ideas, you can tell us. We can help you become an excellent scientist.”

“I don’t want to be a scientist,” Pei Yuan shook his head. “I prefer fighting.”

“We can teach you how to fight,” Luo Zhiqiang said. “We will pass on our experience to you, and then you can practice on your own. One day you will become one of us.”

“No need,” Pei Yuan refused. “You can find other people to help.”

“We will no longer trust anyone,” Luo Zhiqiang said. “Do you know why we started researching this gene serum three months before the apocalypse?”

“Because time is too tight,” Pei Yuan said, frowning.

“That’s right,” Luo Zhiqiang said. “We must hurry and try to complete this plan as soon as possible.”

"why?"

"Because we don't know how many more years we can sustain this." Luo Zhiqiang smiled bitterly. "We can't guarantee that this plan will be 100% successful, but we hope to create as many artificial humans as possible."

"Are you trying to create an artificial human empire?" Pei Yuan asked, frowning. "Won't such barbaric methods cause social unrest?"

"The so-called turmoil is only temporary. Once we succeed in our research, even if the entire world is destroyed, humanity can live in peace and prosperity. Under our protection, humanity can multiply and thrive, eventually forming a new civilization," Luo Zhiqiang said excitedly. "As long as we have enough life essence, we will be able to evolve humanity to a completely new stage. At that time, we will be able to rule the entire universe!"

"You're crazy." Pei Yuan remained silent for a long time before slowly speaking, "Our lives are already pretty good, why would we risk changing the future?"

“Because…it’s the only option.” Luo Zhiqiang sighed, his expression somber. “We’ve already lost everything. We don’t want to repeat the same mistakes. If we can’t stop the disaster, our descendants will suffer the same pain and torment as we have.”

Pei Yuan gritted his teeth and said, "We will not let tragedy happen."

Luo Zhiqiang shook his head: "If such a thing really happens, you are not the only lucky one."

Pei Yuan frowned: "Why?"

"Because our experimental data is extremely valuable," Luo Zhiqiang said. "If it were leaked, we would face enormous risks."

Pei Yuan frowned and said, "You should be aware of our current location. If the aliens find out, we'll be in trouble sooner or later."

“But we also have a chance.” Luo Zhiqiang raised his head, his eyes shining. “Our current enemy is the aliens. As long as we can defeat them, we won’t have to worry about retaliation.”

Pei Yuan fell silent.

Although he didn't admit it aloud, he had to admit in his heart that Luo Zhiqiang was right.

The threat from aliens is simply too great.

“We can’t just sit here and wait to die.” Luo Zhiqiang took a few steps closer and pointed out the window. “This city has completely fallen. We must resist. We need power, enough power to fight the aliens.”

"I need to think about it." Pei Yuan was silent for a moment. "I need to think about it."

"I'll give you three days," Luo Zhiqiang said with a smile. "This is my greatest sincerity."

After saying that, Luo Zhiqiang turned and left.

Pei Yuan sat in the chair, his face full of worry.

He didn't want to get involved in this kind of thing, especially when he heard about the life essence from Luo Zhiqiang. He suddenly realized that what Luo Zhiqiang said might be true.

They really can save humanity.

However, if that were the case, then the balance of this world would be broken.

Pei Yuan couldn't imagine what the world would be like then.

He sat cross-legged on the chair, his mind filled with a myriad of thoughts.

After a long while, he stood up, walked to the bedside, picked up his clothes, and started to put them on.

Then, he picked up the weapon that was placed aside and walked out of the room.

He had just stepped onto the street when a line of black armored vehicles came rushing towards him.

Pei Yuan suddenly stepped back, avoiding the impact of the armored vehicle.

However, the car suddenly stopped, and a man got out and blocked his way.

"Pei Yuan, are you planning to run away?"

Colonel Cook of Base Seven grinned, his eyes full of amusement. He had dealt with many superhumans before, so he wasn't surprised to deal with Pei Yuan. He didn't believe that Pei Yuan's flesh and blood could withstand artillery fire.

"What do you want to do?" Pei Yuan asked coldly.

"Don't you want to know the secret of the gene serum?" Cook licked his lips, staring greedily at Pei Yuan as if he were eyeing delicious prey.

“I’m different from you guys, I have no interest in studying this.” Pei Yuan shook his head and turned to leave.

Cook grinned maliciously. "You think your body can withstand a bullet?"