Chapter 19: A-Man Emerges, Taking Over Blackwatch

"Hoo—, F+ grade physique, the taste of health is truly wonderful."

Stretching his body, Meng Yi went to the laboratory's disinfection room to wash off the blood stains on his body with disinfectant, put on clean clothes, and said softly: "Red Queen."

"Chairman, I am here."

Meng Yi: "Report the completion status of the first, second, and third orders."

"Yes."

The AI Red Queen said methodically: "The copied files of the relevant genetic modification surgery data were handed over to the 'visitors' 47 hours ago to take back."

"The various research materials sent by the 'guests' have been sorted. 'Hope Town: Elizabeth Greene' has not yet been delivered."

"Alfred Ashford and Alexia Ashford arrived at the Raccoon City underground Hive base 14 hours ago."

Meng Yi frowned slightly and asked suspiciously: "'Hope Town: Elizabeth Greene' wasn't sent? What happened?"

The Red Queen waved her small hand, and the virtual screen displayed several photos of the biochemical crisis outbreak.

"11 hours, 46 minutes, and 52 seconds ago, a virus leak occurred in Manhattan, America. The Blackwatch troops are responsible for suppressing and cleaning up the biochemical crisis, and 'Hope Town: Elizabeth Greene', who was imprisoned in Manhattan, cannot be sent out for the time being."

Meng Yi looked closely and found a sneaky hooded man in the corner of a photo, then felt both angry and amused.

'Good for you, Alex Mercer, you didn't jump out early or late, but you had to jump out at this time, delaying my "Red Light Virus Gift Package" delivery!'

He would recognize the familiar 'hooded man' even if he were turned to ashes!

The famous 'A-Man' was a memory of a generation back then, with all kinds of cool and flashy abilities, flying over walls and walking on roofs with extreme ease.

'11 hours...'

A virus leak occurred in Manhattan, which meant 'A-Man' was no longer human.

He was now the "Human Form · Black Light Virus" possessing the memories of 'Alex Mercer'.

It wouldn't be long before 'A-Man' broke into Gentek Corporation and accidentally awakened Elizabeth Greene (the Red Light Virus progenitor).

'Should I nip the danger in the bud?'

The Black Light Virus's growth rate was too fast; it evolved to the point of resisting tactical nuclear bombs in just eighteen days.

If 'A-Man' were allowed to develop and absorb Elizabeth Greene, he would definitely become an unstable factor affecting Meng Yi's own safety.

The selection dungeon only gave a thirty-day deadline, and there were twenty days left before the dungeon ended. He would definitely be able to witness the demeanor of 'Peak A-Man' before leaving.

'There is no need to be too panicked. First, I have Firefly, this "true life-risking" player, under my command; Peak A-Man might not be able to beat a half-crippled Firefly.'

'Second, the current 'A-Man' has obvious weaknesses. His sister Dana can be utilized, and his lost memories can be made into a big deal.'

'Give some key hints and have the Blackwatch troops surround and capture him in a targeted manner; 'A-Man' definitely won't be able to escape with wings at this stage.'

Killing 'A-Man' or winning over 'A-Man'—both plans were good.

After much deliberation, Meng Yi decided to choose the latter because he had the means to counter 'A-Man' and was not afraid of raising a tiger that would cause trouble later.

Compared to the hidden dangers 'A-Man' might bring, the stable version of the "Black Light Virus" on 'A-Man' had higher returns.

"Red Queen."

"I am here."

With his thoughts settled, the decisive Meng Yi ordered: "Using my authority, contact the several 'friends' in the military and the government; I want to talk to them now, immediately!"

"Yes."

……

"Beep—beep—beep—"

"Hi, Bai, my dear friend, there's been a 'small trouble' recently. 'Hope Town: Elizabeth Greene' can't be sent to you for the time being."

"But don't worry, we will solve all troubles soon and won't let our great plan be affected!"

The several old fogeys gritted their teeth, their words containing intense iron-blooded and murderous intent.

In front of the black screens, Meng Yi, standing with his hands behind his back, remained unmoved.

"Friends, it seems the Manhattan virus leak has left you overwhelmed."

Meng Yi joked half-jokingly, and then said: "I think this is an opportunity, an opportunity to verify the potential of the 'Red Light Virus' and the 'Black Light Virus'."

"My 'dear friend', I plan to go to Manhattan tomorrow. Can you lend me the Blackwatch troops responsible for suppressing the virus leak for a while?"

"Don't worry, a few days will be enough. I only need Blackwatch to protect my personal safety and won't 'borrow' those grunts for a 'long time'."

The dagger was revealed!

Meng Yi, holding the lifeline of these old fogeys, calculated that they would not refuse, nor would they dare to refuse!

He really wouldn't 'borrow' them for a 'long time'! He, Meng Mou, never lies!

'In case' the high-level Blackwatch officers were awed by Meng Yi's 'kingly aura' and offered their loyalty 'voluntarily', that would have nothing to do with Meng Yi.

"This..., Bai, you only know how to cause trouble for us."

"Why wait safely for the 'gift' to come to your door? Why must you take risks in dangerous places?"

Meng Yi smiled without saying a word, patiently waiting for the elderly vampires' answer.

"Fine, fine! I'm afraid of you!"

"We will coordinate this matter. From the moment you arrive in Manhattan tomorrow, the Blackwatch troops will protect your personal safety at the highest alert."

"However, we must agree beforehand: you don't just represent yourself now. You are a friend on the same boat as us; don't take your own life lightly!"

Hearing this, the satisfied Meng Yi clapped his hands and laughed.

"Friends, I care about my life more than anyone else."

After a pause, Meng Yi raised his voice and said pointedly: "Everything is for our common 'longevity'!"

"Hahaha! Good!"

"Bai, you really are a cute and hateful bastard!"

"Alright, that's it. There are twenty-eight days left until the surgery. You must arrange it in advance; there must be no mistakes!"

"Can the surgery be set at a private hospital in New York?"

Meng Yi had no objections. A gentleman does not stand under a dangerous wall; he knew these elderly vampires couldn't possibly come to the Raccoon City underground Hive.

"Of course, no problem, 'dear' friends. You decide the location; I'm fine with anything."

Having received a definitive affirmative answer, the last stone in the elderly vampires' hearts finally fell.

"Retracting my previous statement, Bai, you are not hateful; you are our friend forever!"

"I wish you a pleasant time in Manhattan. Gentek Corporation has been arranged; it is already your property."

Meng Yi: "Then many thanks. I wish our 'friendship' lasts forever!"

"Lasts forever?"

"As long as the earth, as far as the sky?"

"Hahahaha! Good! That's a super great phrase! I like it!"

"The East has a long history. Once we have enough lifespan, learning more about foreign cultures seems like a good idea."

"Of course, that must be under our 'control'."

……

After hanging up the phone, the fake smile on Meng Yi's face dissipated.

'Just you? In your next life! 'Friends', I will personally send you to hell.' ===== CHAPTER 20 =====