17: The effect of genetic medicine

However, Lu Yu had a deep understanding of humanity's unscrupulous behavior.

In his previous life, Elder Zhao and others dedicated themselves to the continuation of humanity, painstakingly researching and developing the Gene Serum, which allowed those who injected it to possess extraordinary power to protect humanity.

However, these Gene Serums ultimately became weapons for ambitious individuals!

When the Gene Serum was updated and new generations, the second and third, emerged, its power was already formidable.

Humans injected with the Gene Serum were already capable of contending with fierce beasts.

Originally, these individuals should have become guardians, heroes of humanity, protecting its continuation.

But power always corrupts the conscience.

After gaining power, these superhumans not only failed to protect humanity but instead began to enslave ordinary people, becoming ambitious individuals!

In his previous life, Lu Yu perished due to the ambitions of these individuals.

However, in this life, whether humanity lives or dies has nothing to do with him.

He is now just a Golden Eagle, a fierce beast!

With the system, his goal in this life is to pursue the peak, and then to figure out the true nature of this Spiritual Qi Revival.

What exactly caused such a great change!

Flapping his wings, Lu Yu soared into the sky, no longer concerned with the matters of this place.

Two days passed.

Commander Xu guarded the area, not daring to close his eyes for a moment, only dozing off briefly in his clothes when he truly couldn't stay awake.

After all, the matters of the research institute were too important for Commander Xu not to be diligent.

"Commander, Elder Zhao is looking for you!"

Hearing this, a flicker of excitement crossed Commander Xu's eyes; could there be a result?

Without any delay, Commander Xu arrived at the research institute.

"Elder Xu, how is it?"

"Commander Xu, we have not failed our mission; we succeeded!" Elder Zhao said, holding five vials of liquid in his hand, his voice trembling slightly.

He couldn't help but be excited; this was humanity's first step towards the extraordinary!

"That's great! How is it? What are the effects?" Commander Xu asked eagerly.

Elder Zhao shook his head and said, "Commander Xu, the Gene Serum has been successfully developed, but its specific effects are not yet clear. We need to conduct human trials."

"The Gene Serum is precious and cannot be wasted. Our suggestion is that it's best for warriors to receive the injection directly."

Hearing this, Commander Xu pondered for a moment and asked, "What is the success rate?"

"After evaluation, the success rate of the injection is only 70%, so there's still a 30% chance that the warrior receiving the injection could die directly," Elder Zhao said with some hesitation.

The Gene Serum is not a miracle cure; it can only use spiritual energy to stimulate the potential within the human body, allowing humans to possess superhuman strength. Therefore, only warriors with strong physical qualities can fully test the effects of the Gene Serum.

"Good, I will receive the injection!" Commander Xu took a deep breath and said.

"No!"

"Commander, let me do it, I volunteer!"

"Commander Xu, you are the Commander, how can you take such a risk?"

...Commander Xu's words stirred up a thousand waves, and everyone spoke up to dissuade him.

"No need to say more. I am the Commander, and this matter must be handled by me!"

After Commander Xu finished speaking, he took off his combat uniform and said to Elder Zhao, "Elder Zhao, I trouble you, let's begin!"

Elder Zhao was stunned, his gaze towards Commander Xu filled with admiration.

Since ancient times, in times of human crisis, there have always been people who step forward and dedicate themselves to the survival of humanity.

Elder Zhao did not try to dissuade Commander Xu, because they were originally the same kind of people.

Moreover, as the Commander, Commander Xu's physical qualities were stronger than those of ordinary warriors, and the strengthening effect after receiving the Gene Serum would also be greater!

Everything was ready, and the first generation Gene Serum was injected into Commander Xu's body.

Commander Xu immediately seemed to endure immense pain, his tiger eyes bloodshot, howling in agony.

He was restrained, and the staff around him completely ignored his pain, meticulously recording data.

This process lasted a full hour before Commander Xu's pain gradually subsided.

At this moment, Commander Xu's already robust physique was even stronger and more powerful; even his height had increased significantly, his muscles bulging.

The equipment that had held him firmly in place was easily torn apart by him.

Seeing this, everyone stopped and looked at the two-meter-tall Commander Xu, who resembled a god of war.

"Commander Xu, how do you feel?"

Elder Zhao asked tentatively, still unsure if Commander Xu retained his sanity.

"Elder Zhao, I feel... better than ever!"

A sharp glint flashed in Commander Xu's tiger eyes. He could feel an endless power filling his body, as if he could punch a fierce beast to death.

Seeing that Commander Xu still had his sanity, Elder Zhao breathed a sigh of relief and quickly took Commander Xu to test the data to see how much the Gene Serum had improved Commander Xu's strength.

For a full hour, Commander Xu underwent comprehensive testing.

The final results were pleasantly surprising.

At this moment, Commander Xu's strength, endurance, physique, speed, and reaction time had all completely surpassed the data of an F-rank fierce beast. Although he hadn't reached E-rank yet, he wasn't far off!

This result was enough to excite everyone.

Commander Xu did not delay for a moment and immediately connected with his superiors.

Capital City.

A group of high-ranking officials listened to Commander Xu's introduction of all the data and then watched Commander Xu effortlessly take down an F-rank wild wolf, all applauding.

"Excellent! Excellent! Elder Zhao, you have truly made an outstanding contribution to humanity. Your achievements can truly be called those of a human sage!"

Facing the praise, Elder Zhao shook his head: "The first generation of Gene Serum still has flaws. Although it can give the injectee powerful strength, it also has very serious side effects, which is that it will greatly consume the injectee's life force. According to estimates, those who inject the Gene Serum will not live past thirty years old!"

As soon as these words were spoken, the joyful and enthusiastic atmosphere instantly solidified.

Especially Commander Xu, who was now 27 years old. He had less than three years until he turned thirty. Didn't this mean he only had three years to live?

In that instant, countless thoughts and emotions flashed through his mind, and finally, he took a deep breath, all his thoughts turning into a sigh.

Seeing the silent crowd, Commander Xu spoke: "For humanity, for the country, I am willing, and all warriors are willing!"

Hearing this, everyone was moved by the spirit of Commander Xu. At this moment, Elder Zhao spoke: "Commander Xu's righteousness fills me with admiration, but it's not without a solution. As long as we obtain enough spirit fruit, there might be a way to eliminate the side effects!"

"Good, we have received news that there is an area emitting rich spiritual energy. It is highly likely that spirit fruit is being born there. Order: choose suitable warriors to inject the remaining four Gene Serums. We absolutely cannot miss out on this spirit fruit!" The superior immediately ordered.

A flash of fighting spirit appeared in Commander Xu's eyes, and he immediately accepted the order.