[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-marvel-the-devourer":3,"chapter-marvel-the-devourer-marvel-the-devourer-chapter-164":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Marvel: The Devourer",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1275612,1703,"Chapter 164: Mutant Cure?","marvel-the-devourer-chapter-164",164,"\u003Cp>\"If the time is right, I will offer some assistance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But I suggest you seriously consider what you should do next.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron's implication was that he could help within his means, but they shouldn't expect him to provide continuous aid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being as intelligent as he was, he naturally understood Aaron's meaning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, a woman completely wrapped up rushed out from the side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles frowned and said, \"Anna, don't mess around.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing this, Aaron realized that this girl was actually 'Rogue' Anna Marie.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron felt that something was missing. He subconsciously glanced at her forehead and immediately realized what it was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this time, Anna did not have her iconic white hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, what surprised him was that Anna looked much better than she did in the movies and her ability was quite good too.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was one of Aaron's most important targets this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. A... Aaron.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anna's face was flushed, both expectant and fearful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron smiled encouragingly. \"Miss Anna, is there something you need?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anna became embarrassed by Aaron's smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She took a deep breath and hesitated. \"I heard that Osborn... Aaron Industries possesses the most powerful genetic technology in the world?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron confidently said, \"It's definitely number one and by a lot at that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron raised an eyebrow, already knowing what she was thinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing such a domineering statement, the kids present gasped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Though Scott strongly disliked Aaron, he had to admit that this was the truth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the research conducted by the Mutant Academy was nowhere near Aaron's level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anna's face turned even redder, like a crimson apple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then... can you research a serum that nullifies Mutant abilities?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Rogue!\" Charles tried to speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron, however, said at this moment, \"Actually, this is not impossible.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The former were the Mutants led by Charles, while the latter were Anna and some Mutant children dissatisfied with their terrible abilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Aaron, are you saying...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles turned his head to look.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron asked doubtfully, \"Don't you know? Worthington Labs is dedicated to developing a Mutant cure. I hear they have reached a critical moment.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Relevant technology has achieved significant development.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Worthington Labs?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles frowned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trouble!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing Aaron say this, the scene immediately erupted into chaos, like a noisy market.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having superpowers is a cool thing, but if you're unlucky and awaken a terrible superpower, then it's certainly not a good thing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>William's child, Jason, is a typical example. Without the matching psychological strength to control such power, the final result was the destruction of his family, and he himself became a living serum and a machine devoid of self-emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Take, for example, Anna right in front of him. After she touched a little rabbit and killed it, she had no choice but to wear gloves, wrap herself up tightly, and didn't even dare to date.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one dared to approach her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone regarded her as a \"Vampire\" who stole the lives of others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But if a Mutant could awaken good abilities like Storm or Magneto, everything would be fine. They would be cool and stylish, and many people would desire them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, fantasies are beautiful, but reality is cruel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most people are not protagonists. Their superpowers made it difficult for them to move forward in real society.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anna hadn't expected that merely asking tentatively would yield such a huge revelation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, my illness can be resolved?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This sentence brought Charles back to his senses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles, who had originally intended to start class, immediately changed his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Children, I will have a chat with Mr. Aaron. Would you please return to the classroom first?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ororo, Scott, please take the children away first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles smiled gently, though the smile was strained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He suddenly remembered Aaron telling him about the importance of allies and friends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this instant, he understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he had enough friends, he would have known about Waston Company's project progress long ago and prepared in advance, instead of being so incredibly passive now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other children were ushered away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Anna walked up to Aaron again and asked clearly, \"Mr. Aaron, do you think the Mutant problem is a disease or a gift from God?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron shook his head. \"Neither.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Huh?\" Anna was stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles also looked over in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had a feeling Aaron was about to say something extraordinary again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sure enough, Aaron's next sentence caused them both to freeze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As far as I know, your condition is likely related to the Celestials. All of this is an experiment by the Celestials.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Celestials?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jean and Gwen, who had been watching the drama unfold, were shocked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They remembered one of Aaron's countless titles: Celestial!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the office belonging to Charles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles, Beast, Ororo (Storm), and Scott were all gathered together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron sat in the main seat, with Gwen and Jean sitting on either side of him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In addition, there were Anna and Logan (Wolverine), who brought her over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Aaron, could you elaborate on the information you possess?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles looked worried, becoming increasingly uncertain about the future of Mutants.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Worthington Labs' cure, and the Celestials who created the Mutants...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Beast, who had just returned from the Mutant Affairs Department, was stunned when he heard the word Worthington.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I have heard about Worthington Labs' cure. I heard they completed a crucial breakthrough, and it won't be long before they develop a serum that addresses the Mutant problem.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I always thought it was a joke.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the only Mutant working in a government department, Beast's information channels were stronger. But due to his Mutant identity, he was destined not to gain the trust of others.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To some extent, he was merely a focal point used by the higher-ups to stabilize the Mutant School.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Aaron's information sources included various high-level officials and S.H.I.E.L.D. If he wanted to know, few things happening on Earth could be hidden from him. He didn't need money, a set of newborn was enough.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The critical technology Worthington Labs acquired is actually a Mutant who possesses the ability to suppress Mutant powers.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"When any Mutant enters a certain range near him, the X-Gene will lose its expression ability and they will temporarily return to normal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What Worthington Labs currently needs to do is extend this suppression effect as much as possible. Once successful, a single injection will be enough to turn a Mutant into an ordinary human.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aaron snapped his fingers, and the relevant information was transferred to the computer in the office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ororo immediately stepped forward to check. After seeing the confidential document, those present were either happy, frowning, or wary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Logan snorted, \"We are not sick, we don't need treatment at all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ororo thought the same, but when she noticed Anna, her expression darkened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If they only allow Mutants to voluntarily accept the injection, that's fine. I worry they will forcibly inject everyone with the serum. If that happens, a violent conflict will likely erupt.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mutants like Anna would naturally be eager to receive the injection.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But perhaps many Mutants consider their powers cool, believing them to be a gift from God, and they would not want to lose their abilities, even if their powers are terrible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Charles also thought of this. \"What I worry about is Erik. Once he learns this news, he definitely won't let it go.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know him. Erik will certainly gather more Mutants and clash directly with Worthington Labs. At that point, the situation for Mutants will only get worse.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beast looked at his long, blue, beast-like hair and fell into deep thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his heart, he really hoped the antidote would succeed, but considering the Mutant standpoint, he also hoped the higher-ups' current actions would be slightly more moderate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though he knew this possibility was very slim.\u003C\u002Fp>",1290,"2026-06-05T16:52:19.138Z",1,"novelbin.me","d0dff2c6f2aa22ffdfbde10e6972c5bccf22f72359326fa00f2b5146bb59022c","marvel-the-devourer-chapter-165","marvel-the-devourer-chapter-163",363,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fmarvel-the-devourer-cover.jpg"]