Chapter 405 Something feels off!
But before he could finish cursing, he suddenly noticed...
Huh? Why didn't it explode?
At this moment, everyone gradually regained their senses, stopped fleeing, and looked closely, only to discover that the grenade seemed to be a dud; it hadn't exploded!
Everyone breathed a long sigh of relief, patting their chests with lingering fear.
Just then, clap, clap, clap—
A round of crisp applause rang out, breaking the brief silence.
And the person clapping was none other than the researcher who had thrown the grenade.
He walked over to David, clapping unhurriedly with a smile on his face. His eyes were full of surprise, as if he had discovered a rare treasure, and he exclaimed:
"I originally just used a dud grenade to conduct a simple test. To be honest, I didn't even expect anyone to get a perfect score in this test."
"However, I didn't expect that today, someone would actually get a perfect score..."
He paused, swept his gaze across the surrounding soldiers, and then said loudly:
"Only those who are brave and full of justice are qualified to be candidates for our important experiment."
"And without a doubt, this warrior is the person I am looking for."
After speaking, he looked at David, his face full of smiles, and asked gently:
"Please tell me your name."
"David!"
David answered loudly with excitement, his voice revealing unconcealable agitation.
The surrounding soldiers looked at David, who had turned a misfortune into a blessing, with envy in their eyes, and secretly regretted not rushing out themselves.
The researcher asked again:
"So David, tell me, what made you perform that heroic act just now?"
David straightened his chest, looked at everyone with a firm gaze, and said vibrantly:
"It's justice! It's the justice in my heart, the love for my comrades, and my responsibility as a soldier that drove me to take that action."
After hearing this, the researcher applauded vigorously again, praising repeatedly:
"Very good! What a just, loving, and responsible soldier!"
"It's you, David. Please come with me."
"Yes, sir!"
David replied without hesitation and turned to leave with the researcher.
Just then, the Captain suddenly spoke up:
"Mr. Stark, don't you think David is too weak? His small build..."
The Captain frowned, looking at David's skin-and-bones body, his eyes full of doubt.
The researcher named Stark followed the Captain's gaze to look at David, but just smiled calmly and said:
"No! Mr. Captain, this is the exact build we need."
After saying that, he waved at David in a friendly manner:
"Let's go, come with me to the Laboratory."
David happily got into the researcher's car. Before getting on, he didn't forget to look back at his comrades, a playful and smug smile on his face, clearly showing off his good luck to everyone.
The remaining soldiers saw this and immediately regretted it, thumping their chests and stamping their feet in annoyance.
"Damn it, if I had known, I would have pounced!"
"Actually, it was me who accidentally pushed David. That kid isn't that just; he just has good luck!"
"Damn it, why didn't you push me? If I had been chosen, the one feeling smug right now would be me..."
Everyone complained to each other, and they were so jealous of David!
After all, they would have to continue enduring endless, grueling training, while David only needed to assist with some experiments, and he didn't have to worry about being the first batch of cannon fodder when monsters attacked. David had really lucked out.
Soon, David arrived at the Laboratory with the researcher.
As soon as he entered the door, a staff member came up to greet him and took David for some basic physical examinations.
On the other side, Professor Harry watched Stark walk over and asked:
"How is the person you found this time? I don't want him to stop listening to us after he gains power."
"We are creating guardians, people who can be used by us to protect the country, not rebels. You understand what I mean, right?"
Stark nodded quickly and said confidently:
"Professor Harry, you can rest assured about this."
"David passed my test perfectly. He is definitely a just, loving, responsible, and capable person, and he won't escape our control."
"After all, we are creating a hero like Captain Eagle, not some Eagle bastard."
Speaking of this, Stark paused and asked curiously:
"However, is the effect of the genetic serum we developed stable?"
Professor Harry's expression changed slightly when he heard this question. He didn't answer him, but his eyes became somewhat serious.
Stark felt a tightening in his chest when he saw this.
Professor Harry frowned slightly, his tone carrying a hint of warning as he reminded him:
"Do your job, just help us select high-quality experimental subjects. Don't ask about things you shouldn't."
"Yes!" Stark nodded quickly, not daring to say anything more.
Meanwhile, David had followed instructions, wearing shorts, and was lying obediently on a bed.
He looked at the nurse preparing the instruments beside him, wearing a fawning smile, and asked curiously:
"This beautiful lady, may I ask what the experiment we are doing is about?"
The nurse looked up at him and smiled gently:
"You'll know in a moment."
Professor Harry walked over with a steady expression, holding a syringe firmly in his hand. Inside the syringe was an unknown serum that appeared scarlet red, and under the light, it exuded a mysterious and dangerous aura.
He walked slowly to David's side, his eyes focused and calm, like an experienced craftsman about to perform a critical piece of carving.
He skillfully inserted the needle into David's arm, then slowly pushed the syringe, injecting the scarlet serum into David's body bit by bit. After doing all this, he stood quietly to the side, observing David's reaction without blinking!
The atmosphere in the entire Laboratory instantly became tense and oppressive.
David looked bewildered. He looked at Professor Harry, his eyes full of confusion, and couldn't help but ask:
"What is this serum?"
Professor Harry remained calm and said in a flat tone:
"This is a serum that can turn you into a powerful warrior."
Upon hearing this, David's eyes lit up instantly. His curiosity grew even more, and he asked impatiently:
"How strong will I become?"
Professor Harry's mouth turned up slightly, revealing a calm smile, and he asked back:
"Do you know about the Individual Mecha of the Dragon Kingdom? Once this serum takes effect, your physical strength, combat ability, and all aspects will be able to rival it."
Hearing Professor Harry's words, David's eyes were instantly filled with shock and anticipation. His mind began to fantasize involuntarily, as if he had already seen the scene after he possessed that powerful strength.
In his fantasy, wealth, status, beautiful women—these once unreachable things—wouldn't he have as much as he wanted?
He would never have to take anyone's crap again, no one would dare to bully him, and he could bully whoever he wanted. The whole world would tremble at his feet; he would be the strongest existence. That feeling was simply indescribably wonderful.
Just as David was immersed in this beautiful fantasy, suddenly, a warm current spread through his body at an extremely fast speed. It felt like countless warm streams were slowly flowing through every corner of his body, making him feel warm all over.
Professor Harry saw this and hurried forward to ask him:
"How does it feel?"
David frowned slightly, feeling the wonderful changes in his body, and said:
"I feel itchy and warm all over, as if a massive amount of power is gathering in every part of my body."
Professor Harry showed a surprised look on his face, and the surrounding people also showed a touch of surprise. They looked at each other, as if this was the ideal effect they had been racking their brains to achieve but had never been able to realize. The fire of hope ignited in everyone's eyes.
At the same time, even more strange changes occurred in David's body.
His originally thin body seemed to be kneaded by an invisible hand, gradually becoming robust at a speed visible to the naked eye.
On his body, muscles bulged rapidly with clear lines, looking full of strength. The veins on his arms stood out, as if ancient tree roots were coiled upon them, manifesting vibrant strength.
Professor Harry couldn't help but reach out and gently touch David's bulging muscles. His eyes were full of amazement, as if he were admiring a rare piece of art, and his face was full of obsession.
The nurse next to him watched David's rebirth-like transformation, and she couldn't help but show admiration in her eyes, her cheeks slightly flushed.
Stark said excitedly to Professor Harry:
"Professor, the effect seems to far exceed our expectations!"
"Our experiment seems to have succeeded!"
His voice trembled slightly with excitement, as if he had already seen countless Super Soldiers like David being born, leading Eagle to glory and repelling those terrible monsters.
However, just as everyone was immersed in joy, David's voice, which had gradually become somewhat hoarse, suddenly sounded, breaking this seemingly wonderful atmosphere:
"Professor, I feel like my body is very strange. It seems like there is a force trying to burst out from inside my body."
Hearing this, everyone was stunned, the smiles on their faces instantly solidified. They subconsciously took half a step back, looking at David vigilantly!
The previously relaxed and happy atmosphere disappeared without a trace, replaced by an inexplicable fear.
At the same time, David's muscular body continued to expand, just like a balloon being constantly inflated.
His arms, which were already quite thick, were now like buckets, and they were still getting thicker and bigger.
David also clearly felt that things were not right. His face was full of terror, and he roared with all his might:
"Save me!"
"This doesn't feel right!"
"I don't want to do the experiment anymore!"
"Let me go back to the army! Hurry up and let me go back!"