Chapter 282: Former Close Friends

Hearing Kesumo say this, Pake said with a smile.

"Then I'll trouble you. Give me two test subjects; I want to eliminate those who stand in my way. The existence of the Council of Nine affects the development of Human, and if we don't want to be wiped out by the Alien Race, we must make changes!"

"It doesn't matter. Just ensure you provide me with the test subjects when the time comes; I don't care about the rest. Once the test subjects finish their attack, you must order them to stop, otherwise, they will begin an endless slaughter."

Kesumo led Pake into a laboratory where two test subjects in the form of youths were standing. Pake clicked his tongue and said to Kesumo.

"I'm curious, can this type of experiment only be used on test subjects in this age group?"

Kesumo looked at Pake, somewhat speechless. Seeing that the other party was completely oblivious, he sighed lightly and said.

"Sigh, I would like to try other age groups, but the number of test subjects on hand is becoming fewer and fewer. I need more test subjects to proceed so that I can continue this experiment."

Pake patted Kesumo on the shoulder and replied with a smile.

"Rest assured, my friend. Once I eliminate the resistance blocking us, no one will hinder your research then."

As he spoke, he took the Controller for the two test subjects from Kesumo's hand and controlled the two test subjects to leave the Research Institute.

Inside the Research Institute.

In a neglected laboratory, several researchers stood before a Doctor, watching as the Doctor placed a piece of Bulletproof Armor, which looked thinner than Individual Combat Armor, onto a mannequin.

These researchers were completely different from the researchers outside who wore white coats; their faces were covered in stubble, their eyes were bloodshot, and their white coats had long since turned gray, with some even having several tears.

"Doctor Daoer, everything is ready; we can begin the experiment at any time."

A researcher whispered beside Daoer.

Hearing his student's words, Daoer, whose hair had already turned half-white, nodded and said.

"Prepare for the experiment!"

The mechanical arm strapped with a Zerg Forelimb Blade received the signal and quickly slashed across the Bulletproof Armor. The mannequin wearing the Bulletproof Armor was sent flying directly, slamming hard into the laboratory glass and rippling a series of Spirit Patterns.

Daoer and his students hurried to the mannequin. Seeing a faint scratch left on the Bulletproof Armor, Daoer let out a long breath and said.

"Suc... success! An armor more convenient and durable than Individual Combat Armor has appeared! Quick! Proceed to the next experiment!"

Daoer and his students began setting up the second experiment, this time preparing to use high-temperature flames to burn this material.

Just as Daoer was about to begin the second test, a knock suddenly came from the laboratory door.

"Knock, knock, knock..."

Daoer's originally excited expression instantly turned cold. He had his students put away the experimental items, then went to the laboratory door and, through the camera at the door, saw the person he least wanted to see.

But constrained by the current situation, Daoer took a deep breath, warned himself not to be impulsive, and then opened the laboratory door.

"Kesumo... what are you here for?"

Daoer suppressed his tone, trying to make his voice sound as flat as possible, but Kesumo saw the emotional change in his old friend at a glance.

"Daoer, don't be agitated. I came to tell you that my hypothesis can come true; I will succeed very soon! Of course, I also thank you for helping me make the Control Chip. As a reward, when the Council gives the Research Institute more support later, I will consider allocating some resources to you so that your research will no longer be so strapped. Why don't you join my research as well? It has already entered a particularly critical stage, and your participation will certainly help me solve quite a few troubles."

Daoer looked at the smiling Kesumo and replied in a cold tone.

"Forget it. I don't want to join that inhumane research of yours. If you don't come to disturb my research, I would be very grateful."

Kesumo seemed to have expected Daoer to say this, so he did not continue to persuade Daoer, but instead stated the purpose of his visit.

"For the sake of us once being close friends, I can agree to your conditions. However, I need you to manufacture the production line for the Control Chip. If you do that, not only can I give you a certain tilt in resources, but I will also vacate a Testing Ground for your research."

After hearing Kesumo's words, Daoer said with a firm voice.

"Impossible! I have already done such an inhumane thing; how could I continue to walk toward the Shenyuan! I don't need your resource allocation, nor do I need your pity. We have already parted ways in our hearts; let it be. It's better if we don't meet in the future."

Kesumo looked at Daoer's serious expression and did not get angry, continuing to speak.

"However, if you don't cooperate like this, then I can only take back the laboratory you are currently in. After all, my research has already been recognized by the Council."

"You! Are you threatening me?"

Daoer did not expect Kesumo to say such a thing; his eyes widened, and his tone was somewhat agitated.

"No, Daoer, my close friend, didn't I give you a choice? Think about it carefully. I'll give you 5 minutes; everyone's time is precious, and making a decision early is good for everyone."

Hearing Kesumo say this, a surge of anger rose in Daoer's heart, but he forcibly suppressed it.

You tell me to think about it carefully and only give me 5 minutes?

Finally, Daoer gritted his teeth and said.

"Fine, I agree!"

"A wise choice; you won't be disappointed."

Kesumo wanted to pat Daoer on the shoulder, but Daoer dodged it. He didn't get angry either, shrugged, and then turned and left.

Watching Kesumo's retreating figure, Daoer returned to the laboratory and said in a low voice to his students who were watching him.

"Continue the experiment!"

"Understood! Doctor!"

The group busied themselves in the laboratory again. When the high-temperature flame sprayed onto the lighter-weight armor material, the armor held out for nearly 3 minutes before signs of being burned appeared, which made Daoer feel excited.

Engraving Spirit Patterns onto this material would make the armor created from it even sturdier, without losing the ability for convenient movement.

"Doctor! This material can completely replace the Individual Combat Armor currently worn by the soldiers in the Military District!"

After hearing his student's words, Daoer nodded and said.

"You all organize the data for this material here over the next few days. I need to go out to handle some matters. After I return, I will submit an application for the mass production of this material."

"That's great, Doctor! Our efforts have finally yielded results!"

"Quick! Let's hurry and organize the data."

Several researchers began to organize the materials in the laboratory. Daoer looked at the students who were researching with him, his stubble-covered mouth curling up slightly.