Due to a miscalculation regarding the Element Blight, coupled with Fang Senyan’s own ulterior motives concerning Zi, he appeared rather dejected and preoccupied, leading Jian Shi, Zi, and the others to believe his mission had failed.
In an effort to console him, they presented an item they had just acquired from the auction house.
This object turned out to be the blueprint for the T-Virus, sourced from Resident Evil! A-Grade Plot Item: T-Virus Blueprint.
This potent RNA virus can perfectly infiltrate the human immune system, enhancing its capacity for reassembling biological genetic factors.
It is a demonic creation intended for the development of bioweapons.
However, most organisms cannot adapt to its mutations, resulting in terrifying monsters.
Furthermore, the secondary infection it causes leads to the mutation of various life forms; for humans, only about one in tens of millions possesses the constitution to withstand the virus’s power.
Upon implanting the T-Virus into the [Body], there is a probability of acquiring the T-Virus’s power amplification, gaining certain characteristics of a Tyrant.
Naturally, if the infection goes uncontrolled, death ensues, unless treatment is administered by the Space.
However, the cost of such treatment is considerable.
For Fang Senyan, nothing like uncontrolled infection would occur with this T-Virus Blueprint.
The A-Virus already within his [Body] easily absorbed this small tube of T-Virus, though the amplification was not dramatic—a mere +2 to all attributes, but it came with an added special effect.
When the host engages in close-quarters combat, there is a chance to inject the T-Virus into the opponent’s system.
The enemy has a 90% chance of suffering uncontrolled T-Virus infection, causing them to become zombie-fied in a short period, with movement and attack speeds simultaneously dropping by 45%.
However, pain sensation disappears, and damage taken is reduced by 15% for a duration of five seconds.
During the zombification process, the enemy’s immune system clashes violently with the T-Virus.
Thus, after five seconds, although the immune system successfully expels the T-Virus, the enemy will still suffer 100–200 points of damage.
The enemy also has a 10% chance of gaining the Perfect Infection special effect, increasing all attributes by 5% and attack power by 10% for a duration of thirty minutes.
Fang Senyan found this effect both amusing and frustrating.
However, the 45% simultaneous reduction in movement and attack speed after zombification was clearly excellent news, likely proving extremely useful when pursuing enemies.
Setting aside the 100–200 damage dealt after five seconds, Fang Senyan had effectively acquired a powerful passive slowing skill—quite remarkable.
Next, Fang Senyan presented his gains from the Epross planet to everyone.
First, of course, was the Ant Nectar produced by the Unicorn Flying Ants—no one dislikes something that permanently increases all attributes.
Following that was the rather disgusting fluid from the Alien egg.
Smearing this on the body grants a permanent effect: absorbing 33% of acid damage.
However, for Zi, applying this nauseatingly white, cloudy liquid onto her skin would truly require immense courage.
Then, Fang Senyan produced the Ukiyo-e print and handed it to San Zai: “This is a special gift for you.
I have a five-day vacation in the real world after my return.
I must rest there first.
For you, it will feel like only an hour or two has passed.
You all discuss a strategy and try to get San Zai to handle this fellow.
Of course, if you absolutely cannot manage it, that’s fine too.
Consider it as taking down a Legendary creature that should be at least Tier Seven; the drops should still be decent.” For Legendary creatures, the gap between Tier Six and Tier Seven is quite a significant watershed.
While not as transformative as the power shift between Contractors and Colonizers, it still carries significant representational weight.
Hearing Fang Senyan say this, San Zai couldn't help but wipe his brow: “I...
I feel immense pressure, Brother Yan.
Do you have any relevant data?” Fang Senyan transmitted the data he had investigated, but San Zai still felt it was insufficient.
Fang Senyan pondered for a moment and then immediately said, “I know one scoundrel who can certainly provide the most detailed information.
Wait a moment.” With that, Fang Senyan utilized the Nightmare Space’s internal transport to reach the vicinity of the entrance/exit.
Just as he suspected, Acher, the tech geek, had not given up observing the Nightmare Space up close—a crystallized technological marvel that was almost a marker of civilization.
He was obsessively measuring various data points, clearly intending to maximize the utility of the time allotted for seeing them off.
Acher expressed great shock upon seeing Fang Senyan again, but Fang Senyan wasted no words.
He burst into the cockpit: “I know you have a way to connect to Alpine Base Seven, right?” Acher nodded, looking puzzled: “Of course.” Fang Senyan snapped his fingers: “Help me contact Vice Admiral Mongo.” Because Acher was promoted by Mongo, he was considered one of Mongo’s ‘own people.’ Thus, Mongo, who was bored and handling secretarial tasks, was rudely interrupted.
He suppressed his anger, using the kind of barely contained fury only men truly understand: “Acher, you bastard, what are you trying to do?” Fang Senyan replied calmly: “I am Sailor.
Where is the Android No.
1 who accompanied me to Epross?” Mongo scoffed: “That disposable unit… Hmph, you know, his existence is a huge liability to me.
My enemies could use this thing as evidence to accuse me of serious violations.
So, I believe I’ve already taken care of him.” Fang Senyan’s heart sank.
He had only intended to acquire a piece of intelligence, but suddenly recalling the Android’s miserable fate, its tragic existence, and its stubborn survival like a dog, another thought sparked within him.
He couldn’t change the destiny of all Androids, but he could change the destiny of one! So, Fang Senyan stated bluntly: “Oh.
Then I must trust that you are praying it hasn't been destroyed yet.” Mongo let out a rough, hoarse laugh: “My friend, I am an unbeliever.
I never pray.” Fang Senyan said coolly: “Android No.
1, that old man, is worth two bars of Element Blight, and I will bring him into the Nightmare Space.
No one can find him here as a witness, not even the Emperor of the Empire could manage it.” “You must be joking.
Right?” Mongo’s voice sounded slightly off-key.
Fang Senyan replied coldly: “Do I look like someone who enjoys joking?” “God! I beg you, let those bastards be as lazy as usual today!” Mongo began shouting while yanking up his trousers.
Over the next half hour, the half-destroyed Android No.
1 was fished out of a trash heap destined for the incinerator.
After Fang Senyan had cleaved him in half, he had received rudimentary medical attention upon return but was thrown into the refuse pile after only half his damaged components were replaced.
Then, Android No.
1 was fitted with a perfect android body and sent over at top speed.
Upon seeing Fang Senyan, the old man did not show much surprise.
Instead, with the subtle elegance of an English nobleman, he remarked rather diplomatically: “Colonel, I originally thought you would think of the precious treasures inside my brain first.” Fang Senyan smiled: “I’ve been swamped with too many things lately.
So I keep forgetting things.” Android No.
1 gazed at the magnificent and terrifying Nightmare Space in the distance, sighing: “Is this the relic of the gods? It seems if nothing unexpected happens, the rest of my life will be spent here?” Fang Senyan chuckled: “You have another option—the entrance to the incinerator.
But since you’ve come here, you’re probably not interested in the choice I’ve presented.
Go say goodbye to your family.” Android No.
1 nodded, and in just three minutes, he returned.
He silently followed Fang Senyan toward the writhing conduit of the Nightmare Space.
However, just as Fang Senyan attempted to transport him along, he received a warning from the Nightmare Space: “Unknown life form cannot enter the Space!” Fang Senyan had anticipated this contingency, so solving the problem was simple: making Android No.
1 his servant would suffice.
The only complication was that Android No.
1 had to give himself a name, or rather, state his original name: Old Charlie.
This was Fang Senyan’s third servant.
Once Old Charlie received permission from the Space to enter, Fang Senyan smiled faintly at him: “Although this place is full of danger, there are also excellent benefits to be enjoyed.” While Old Charlie was stunned, Fang Senyan connected via the Nightmare Imprint: “Space, please repair the body for my servant, Old Charlie!” Yes, although Old Charlie was an Android, strictly speaking, most of his brain was still human, so repair was naturally possible.
Thus, to Old Charlie’s astonishment, his mechanical plastic body began to rapidly dissolve, instantly leaving only his brain.
Immediately after, Old Charlie was enveloped by a cultivation pod descending from above, and a bill was simultaneously issued to his master, Contractor 1018… 1,400 Universal Points.
Fang Senyan decisively chose to pay and quietly awaited Old Charlie’s rebirth.
This time, no matter how calm Old Charlie usually was, he was bound to lose his composure.
A new human body, perfectly integrated with his brain—what a luxurious dream for an Android! Fang Senyan had no time to process Old Charlie’s excitement.
He handed the newly formed being over to his teammates, instructing them to consult the old man for any intelligence matters.
Claiming he was exhausted and needed to return to the real world to rest, he cast what seemed like a casual glance at Zi before walking toward the exit.
This seemingly ordinary glance from Fang Senyan caused Zi to suddenly feel a strange heat in her cheeks and her heart to pound.
For some unknown reason, she quickly found an excuse and followed in the direction Fang Senyan had taken.
(To be continued...)