Chapter 388: Bloodline Enhancement Experiment

If anyone dared to break into Imperial Capital University, the teachers and students inside could teach the intruder a lesson in how to behave.

Imperial Capital University is, after all, the Zhigaoxuefu of Yan Country; if problems were to arise at Imperial Capital University, it would certainly stir up public opinion.

"Kui Ox cloning experiment."

"This cloning experiment is extremely difficult, spans a long time, and requires multiple disciplines to be conducted together."

"Moreover, the body of a Kui Ox should possess a trace of the laws; this is the reason why cloning always fails."

"The laws cannot be integrated into the embryo, which is why several cloning experiments have run into issues."

Ye Bai picked up a thick notebook given to him by his grand-teacher, Su Qingxian.

Recorded in the notebook were the various reports regarding the cloning experiment.

The data inside was very detailed.

It basically recorded every aspect; even if Ye Bai were to conduct the experiment, he could not do any better.

Of course, Ye Bai had another method, which was to have a Thunder Battle Ox that possessed Kui Ox bloodline undergo atavism, thereby giving birth to a true Kui Ox.

However, this would take more time than cloning, so Ye Bai still intended to use the cloning method; he planned to give it a try, and if it didn't work, he would abandon it directly and take the path of bloodline purification.

When Ye Bai's gaze fell upon the Kui Ox hoof, he was instantly stunned.

【Kui Ox Hoof: A Nine-Tier Treasure. Wherever the Kui Ox Hoof is present, Undead creatures dare not act presumptuously; they will extinguish their Soul Fire one after another amidst the roar of the Kui Ox.】

【Kui Ox Skin: A Nine-Tier Treasure. Using Kui Ox skin as a drum surface and Kui Ox bone as drumsticks, it is possible to refine a Ninth Rank equipment-type Pet Beast, the Kui Ox Drum. The sound of the Kui Ox Drum can purify the Kui Ox bloodline; even if the Kui Ox skin is not made into a Kui Ox Drum, it can still influence the Kui Ox bloodline, causing it to truly transform into a Kui Ox.】

The efficacy of this Kui Ox skin was absolutely incredible.

Why bother with cloning? Isn't this clearly asking to be a laughingstock? The uncertain factors in cloning a Kui Ox are too great, and Ye Bai doesn't want to conduct experiments endlessly.

The Kui Ox skin acts similarly to a catalyst.

"Since the Kui Ox skin has the effect of purifying the Kui Ox bloodline, can I conduct an experiment directly, using some Exotic Beasts that possess the Kui Ox bloodline to transform them into Kui Oxen, or Pet Beasts that possess Kui Ox abilities?"

Ye Bai is currently only a Tier 7 Beast Tamer, while an adult Kui Ox is a Ninth Rank Pet Beast.

If he were to cultivate a complete Kui Ox, not only would he be unable to hold it back, but perhaps even the security personnel would be unable to hold it back.

Therefore, Ye Bai planned to first cultivate the Kui Ox to the seventh rank, and then report the experimental results to his grand-teacher, letting her decide whether to continue the experiment.

After all, the purpose of this experiment was to allow the Kui Ox to reappear on Blue Star.

Thinking of this, Ye Bai recalled: what exactly are the Exotic Beasts that possess the Kui Ox bloodline? However, he had little experience in this area, and after reflecting, he never gained much of a harvest.

So, he called the butler over.

The butler's posture was upright; he was dressed in a dark custom-made suit, with delicate patterns embroidered on his tie and a silver collar pin fastened at his collar, emitting a faint luster.

His hair was combed meticulously, lying neatly against his head, appearing exceptionally sharp.

A pair of black leather shoes were polished to a shine, and his gait revealed confidence and steadiness.

Ye Bai was also somewhat speechless; you are just a logistics staff member, why dress so formally?

Ye Bai had dealt with this butler several times.

When working, the butler always wore an indifferent expression, with a hint of imperceptible sharpness and alertness in his eyes.

His attention to detail was almost to the point of being demanding; he could make every small matter perfect.

For some raw materials Ye Bai hadn't thought of, the butler instead took the initiative to remind him.

This time, he called the butler over because he valued the logistics management system the butler controlled.

To avoid being breached by hackers, this system specifically used an internal network, which ordinary people could not enter.

"I am very happy to be of service to you."

The butler said with a smile.

"I need information on which Exotic Beasts possess the Kui Ox bloodline."

"This information should be in the database you control."

"I should have the authorization for this."

The butler possessed most of the databases of Imperial Capital University, which contained quite a bit of data regarding Exotic Beasts with Kui Ox bloodline.

"There are Thunder Ox, Thunder Battle Ox, and Explosive Thunder Ox; these are the three main types."

The butler possessed good and professional qualities, so he would not specifically ask Ye Bai what he was trying to do.

"The Thunder Battle Ox is an evolution of the Thunder Ox, right?"

"Let's go with the Thunder Battle Ox; clear out the inventory of Imperial Capital University."

Hearing this, the butler smiled and shook his head: "I'm sorry, Researcher Ye Bai, the Exotic Beasts stored at Imperial Capital University cannot be completely cleared out; it would cause trouble for others' experiments."

Although the butler was smiling, the smile did not reach his eyes.

Ye Bai curled his lips: "A Pet Beast like the Thunder Battle Ox has a very irritable temper, is unforgiving, and loves watching others argue."

"Few people would use a Thunder Battle Ox as a test subject."

"I think you should just bring them all over."

"I will issue an explanation to the school."

"Don't let some small matters delay the progress of the research."

"When the higher-ups ask me how the experiment is progressing, how am I supposed to answer? Should I say it's because you didn't give me all the Thunder Battle Oxen?"

Just kidding, who wouldn't give Ye Bai face now? Ye Bai is now one of the Twenty-Eight Mansions.

"I understand, I will apply for it again."

"Please wait a moment; if you need any other experimental materials, you can tell me directly."

Having no other choice, the butler agreed to the proposal.

However, the approval came through very quickly, and the note specifically emphasized that everything should be based on Ye Bai's personal wishes, and not to act on one's own initiative to decide for Ye Bai.

The most important sentence was: do not delay Ye Bai's time.

Not long after, the butler walked over carrying a Handbag.

He followed the instructions on his phone and opened the combination lock on the handbag.

Stored inside were densely packed Beast Cards; every single Beast Card was a Thunder Battle Ox.

【Name: Thunder Battle Ox】

【Gender: Male】

【Attribute: Thunder】

【Trait: Furious Thunder: When releasing thunder-attribute skills, the power is doubled.】

【Level: Tier 6, Level 1】

【Mastered Skills: Furious Attack (Proficient): Increases speed to attack the enemy; the horns on its head produce the effect of a million-ton Impact.

Thunder Iron Armor (Proficient): The defense on its body becomes thunder as sturdy as Iron Armor. Once it encounters an enemy with attack power greater than its own, the Thunder Iron Armor on its body will be shattered, simultaneously producing an explosion.

Roar (Proficient): Emits a loud roar to drive away enemies. Generally, when Exotic Beasts hear the Thunder Battle Ox's deafening sound, they will immediately fall into a cowering state, allowing the Thunder Battle Ox to intimidate its opponent and pierce the opponent's body with its horns.

Super Impact (Proficient): Uses the horns on its head to strike the opponent.

Thunder Earth (Skilled): Releases a large amount of thunder and lightning, which enhances the Thunder Battle Ox's attack power.】【Evolution Route 1: Kui Ox, success rate 50%, evolution method yet to be explored.】

Ye Bai was currently using the Truth Eye to check the success rate of the evolution.

Only those with a success record of over 50% would be placed by Ye Bai into the small box to the side.

By the time Ye Bai finished reviewing all the Thunder Battle Oxen, he had only selected ten with a high evolution success rate.

The Thunder Battle Oxen were somewhat restless.

They hated being trapped in the glass room.

This glass room was specially prepared for the evolution of the Thunder Battle Oxen.

"Thunder Battle Oxen, quiet, quiet, do you want to evolve?"

"I am the researcher Ye Bai, currently researching the parameters regarding your evolution."

After the Thunder Battle Oxen heard Ye Bai's words, they quieted down quite a bit.

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Otherwise, Ye Bai would have long since sent Dahui to loosen their bones.

Ye Bai placed both the Kui Ox Hoof and the Kui Ox Skin next to the glass room.

Both the Kui Ox Hoof and the Kui Ox Skin radiated a powerful pressure, which truly made the Thunder Battle Oxen feel anxious and uneasy.

"Thunder Battle Oxen, the purpose of me asking for your help this time is to purify your own bloodlines, making you into free and unfettered Exotic Beasts."

"Instead of fighting and killing; relying on momentary courage is useless."

"Everyone should have tried many methods to try and evolve into a Kui Ox."

"But my family has done detailed homework on its evolution."

"Because this Thunder Battle Ox is clearly a bit different; the tiger stripes and patterns on its body are also different."

"The success rate is actually the highest."

Ye Bai was diligently collecting data on the Thunder Battle Oxen; only after ensuring the data was accurate did Ye Bai begin the experiment.

He turned many expensive thunder-type heavenly treasures into many potions.

By the time he finished, midnight had passed.

【1. The last Kui Ox on Blue Star has perished; following the cloning route will cause the Kui Ox to enter a state of aberration. Using the Thunder Battle Ox to purify the bloodline may be the reason for the Kui Ox to appear once again.】

【2. To stimulate the Thunder Battle Ox, sufficient electricity is needed; only then can the Thunder Battle Ox's bloodline be raised to the extreme.】

【3. Angels are about to attack Nantianmen Chengbao; this time they will split into two groups to launch the attack.】

【4. A Life Branch will appear in the lake of Imperial Capital University in half a month, following the landing of a giant meteorite. Inside this giant meteorite, besides the Life Branch, there are other treasures; it is recommended to seize the meteorite as well.】

【5. There is still a magic array hidden by Andras above Tianquan City. The magic array must be cleared for the entire Tianquan City to return to peace; otherwise, more and more phenomena of undead Rebirth will appear in Tianquan City.】

After seeing the new intelligence, Ye Bai appeared extremely calm.

As expected, just as he had guessed, the Thunder Battle Ox has a chance to evolve into a Kui Ox.

This method of bloodline purification has extremely high significance.

In the future, there will be no need to extract suitable cells from extinct Exotic Beasts to create clones.

Compared to ordinary Exotic Beasts, clones only have half the lifespan of the creature being cloned.

It is better to directly adopt the method of bloodline enhancement; this is more reliable and also lacks some ethical controversy.

"If I can make the video of me successfully upgrading a Thunder Battle Ox to a Kui Ox public, this will still have quite a few benefits for me."

"In this way, my popularity in Yan Country will gradually increase."

"Let's begin the experiment."

Ye Bai began to operate the instruments in the Laboratory.

The Thunder Battle Ox stood on the transparent platform in the center of the Laboratory, its massive body occupying almost the entire glass space.

Silver mechanical arms extended from all directions, and slender syringe needles were deftly inserted into its arterial vessels; the liquid inside was the key to the Thunder Battle Ox's bloodline advancement.

This potion would gradually stimulate the Thunder Battle Ox's bloodline, causing it to evolve toward a Kui Ox.

It is worth mentioning that the Thunder Battle Ox, like the Kui Ox, only has one leg; it hopped along on the ground, making a thumping sound.

The lights in the Laboratory flickered, and the data and curves scrolling on the fluorescent screen jumped like vital signs; Ye Bai was observing the detailed data on the screen.

The remaining nine Thunder Battle Oxen were the same, with potions being injected into their bodies one after another.

Although the Thunder Battle Oxen were unwilling, they were still grabbed by the mechanical arms.

A mechanical hand gripped the Thunder Battle Ox's horn tightly and applied slight force; one could see tiny electric currents flickering on the horn, as if a living power were surging.

The Thunder Battle Ox closed its eyes, feeling the awakening of the bloodline within its body; its breathing became deep and powerful, as if it could cause the air to vibrate.

A faint pressure emerged from the Thunder Battle Ox's body.

The bones all over its body made crackling sounds.

The Thunder Battle Ox was somewhat restless, hopping up and down on the ground.

The fur on its body was falling out in clumps.

This is a stage that must be experienced when undergoing bloodline evolution.

One of the Thunder Battle Oxen revealed an extremely painful expression.

Pain, it was truly too painful, just as if countless people were stabbing it with needles.

It felt as if its head were being struck by countless Heavy Hammers, smashing it until it saw stars.

Black fur began to grow out gradually.

As time progressed, the Thunder Battle Ox's body began to emit a faint blue light; its bloodline seemed to be ignited, and a powerful force boiled within its body.

Ye Bai stared intently at the control console, fine beads of sweat seeping from his forehead; Ye Bai kept his nerves taut, for he knew that once an operational error occurred, the consequences would be unimaginable.

A Thunder Battle Ox that has lost its reason would directly destroy the entire Laboratory.

The Detection Instrument inside the Laboratory is quite expensive; even if Ye Bai sold himself, he could not afford to pay for it.

Time passed minute by minute.

The Thunder Battle Ox grew a single horn, and its eyes flickered with light.

Roar.

The Thunder Battle Ox let out a roar.

It seemed happy to have been reborn; it was about to evolve.

Ye Bai saw this, so he turned on the video recording, intending to record the process of the Thunder Battle Ox's bloodline enhancement.

The Thunder Battle Ox felt a kind of energy it had never experienced before surging within its body; it could feel every single blood cell cheering and leaping for joy.

The mechanical sound in the Laboratory began the final countdown, and as the sounds of "three, two, one" fell, the Thunder Battle Ox opened its eyes, two gazes like lightning revealing a new majesty and confidence.

The experiment was a success; the Thunder Battle Ox's bloodline had been enhanced, and its strength, speed, and reaction ability had all made a qualitative leap.

The low roar of the Thunder Battle Ox echoed throughout the entire Laboratory, proclaiming its awakening.

(End of this chapter)