265: Chapter 265 A New Mutant! Pandora's Box for Humanity on Earth!

The Pentagon, the US.

Secretary of Defense's office.

Charles was on the phone, conducting an encrypted call with Kede Laboratory.

"...Dr. Dave, what does the latest data you submitted mean?"

"...The live-animal experiments conducted in the towns around Kede Laboratory have produced a new mutant strain that has completely replaced the original viral strain? ..."

"I don't care about that!"

"I just need to know, is this virus still effective against the Huaxia people?! ..."

"What?? Even more effective???"

"That's great news! Dr. Dave, you truly live up to your title as the number one poison master of the US!"

"I, Charles, promise you—my word is bond—that I will absolutely ensure your family lives in luxury and enjoys the life of the elite forever..."

"Alright, alright... why are you talking about all that useless stuff..."

"What???"

"The new mutant strain has fused with a small portion of the US gene pool, posing a risk of further mutation..."

Hearing this, Charles's expression turned grave.

"Is the experimental data reliable?"

After receiving a definitive answer from Dr. Dave, Charles took a deep breath and remained silent for a long time.

After a while, he continued.

"Does anyone else know?"

"Hmm... uh-huh... I see. This plan is temporarily shelved..."

"You should take a vacation for a while!"

"Seal the laboratory today and hand it over to the people I send to take over. I will handle it properly..."

"Don't worry, Dr. Dave!"

"I will seriously consider your suggestion and will definitely not open this Pandora's Box for humanity..."

Hanging up the phone, Charles leaned back in his chair, eyes closed, his heart churning with waves of emotion.

The new mutant strain had a death rate that remained extremely low, and the transmission rate hadn't weakened—in fact, it had increased.

The biggest difference from the original strain was that the infection site had completely changed!

The primary target of the virus had shifted from the upper respiratory system directly to the central nervous system, which was very rare among all previous RNA viruses.

Initial symptoms included fever, coughing, unprovoked laughter, and unprovoked trembling!

Middle and late-stage symptoms included high fever, no coughing, limb weakness, and an intense combination of pain and itching!

The main symptoms for critical cases were persistent high fever and unbearable pain and itching!

Most crucially, because the virus directly attacked the central nervous system, it caused a continuous secretion of the neurotransmitter dopamine, leaving the patient in a state of extreme excitement!

Unless sedatives were used, it was impossible to sleep!

Thinking of this, Charles slammed his desk hard, cursing in anger.

"Damn God!! You are truly damned!!"

"Why can't you bless the US one more time!! ..."

"If it hadn't fused with the US gene pool, it would have been such a perfect viral weapon. Why did it have to...!!!"

Charles had studied viral warfare for many years and knew exactly how powerful this mutant strain was.

Once the central nervous system was attacked by the virus, it was extremely difficult to recover.

Infected individuals would not only lose their ability to work during the infection but would also suffer from severe long-term effects; even after recovery, it would be difficult to return to their previous working state.

Those Huaxia people who prided themselves on being industrious and dutiful would only be able to be "Sick Men of East Asia" after contracting this new strain!

However, this flawless strain actually carried the risk of further mutation, which meant there was a possibility that the US people could be dragged into this as well!

"Fuck!! Fuck!!"

The more Charles thought about it, the angrier he became. He grabbed nearby objects and smashed them on the floor, creating a clattering noise in the office.

After a long while, Charles regained his composure and sat back in his chair.

"No one can stop the Yanhuang Elimination Project!"

Charles muttered to himself, a look of determination in his eyes.

Even if the mutation was just a possibility and the specific outcome was still unknown, even if it meant dragging the US down with it, this plan could not be stopped!

The Yanhuang Elimination Project was his greatest Trump card, and also his only one.

Once the Yanhuang Elimination Project was announced to be terminated, Trump, as the President, might still have a chance, but he, the Secretary of Defense of the US, would definitely be doomed!

A vicious look flashed in Charles's eyes.

Better that I betray the world than let the world betray me!

Thinking of this, Charles picked up the encrypted phone.

"Isaac, come to my office."

Ten minutes later, Isaac, dressed in a black suit, arrived at Charles's office.

"Sir!"

Charles commanded.

"Isaac, leave immediately!"

"Go to Kede Laboratory and take full control of all data related to the Yanhuang Elimination Project!"

"Here is the situation report!"

After Isaac spent a few minutes reading the report, Charles continued.

"Remember, Isaac!"

"The latest mutant strain of the RNA virus must be confirmed by Dr. Dave before it can be officially sealed!"

"Remember, remember, there must be no mistakes!"

Isaac saluted and replied solemnly.

"Yes, sir!"

"Also..."

Charles left his seat and walked slowly to Isaac.

He leaned forward, brought his head close to Isaac's ear, and whispered.

"Dr. Dave has given too much for the US!"

"But unfortunately, he also knows too much!"

"After you get the virus, on Dr. Dave's way to his vacation... ahem!"

Charles extended his right hand and made a slashing motion across his neck.

"You know what I mean!"

Isaac saluted again and replied solemnly.

"Understood, sir!"

Charles nodded with satisfaction.

"Go!"