Chapter 1035: Gene Coding?! The Ultimate Goal—Tentacles?!

Based on the situation on site.

The Eye Monster is definitely on the monster side.

That means it is a product cultivated by Huichun Pavilion.

Moreover, it also wields the two powers 'Resurrection' and 'Weakening'.

Comparable to an innate talent.

If so, the function of the Rejuvenation Needle is clearly an all‑round enhancement.

Now the question arises.

If the Strange Man did not mutate through the Rejuvenation Needle.

How then did it form?

Or perhaps…

What method did the mastermind who placed a bomb inside it use to turn it into this form?

"By the way, Brother Fa, what is the use of the Imperial Company's research product?" Zhuang Wu asked.

"Essentially it alters the Gene Sequence, making organisms approach perfection," Wang Defa explained.

"What?!" Zhuang Wu exclaimed.

His shout immediately drew the gazes of Lu Junsheng and Ximen Zhirou in the front seats.

"Exactly, this research result is undoubtedly revolutionary for this world; any disease can be disintegrated in an instant," Wang Defa said.

"So Guo Fan used this technology to heal his daughter?" Lu Junsheng asked curiously.

"It's only a part; Gene Coding is not something that can be completed overnight," Wang Defa elaborated.

"If this technology were applied to players…" Ximen Zhirou's mind stirred.

The four stared at each other, each catching a hint of intention in the other's eyes.

The so‑called Gene Sequence alteration can simply be seen as forging a perfect organism.

There are no defects or shortcomings.

As players who have undergone several Gene Modifications, they have essentially left the realm of normal people.

But everyone knows this path has no end.

If possible, players could even undergo a dozen Gene Modifications.

On the road of enhancement, there is no so‑called endpoint.

Even deities can never escape the category of 'human'.

One should know that changes within the game can radiate outward.

In other words, the changes they acquire here will not be 'retracted' after clearing and leaving.

This technology can give players who have already undergone Gene Modification an essential upgrade.

Coding genes raises both the lower and upper limits.

For example, two Fourth Tier Gene-Modified Players.

Their physical qualities show no significant differences.

Yet one has used this technology.

One has not.

The two may end up with a completely widened gap.

And as ranks rise later, the gap becomes increasingly obvious.

Described with a fantasy‑novel concept—

Roughly the notion of 'solidifying the foundation'.

"Does this benefit innate talent?" Zhuang Wu couldn't help asking.

"No," Wang Defa shook his head.

"Then wouldn't that be a bit useless?" Zhuang Wu scratched his head.

Physical quality is often unnecessary.

At least in the Death Game he plays, eight‑tenths forbid killing.

"Of course not; future physical quality will be as important as innate talent."

At that moment, Su Yang came over and plopped himself beside Yue Lan.

He then said, "Why does Xingchen propose a Specialization Direction at the Round Table Meeting?"

"Undoubtedly it has probed the future trajectory of the Death Game."

"The era when brute force relied solely on innate talent is over."

"Dual approach, upgrading both together, is the mainstream."

"Don't forget, innate talent has cooldown time and duration, whereas physical quality lacks that."

"At most it's stamina depletion; a few breaths and you recover."

"The importance of this Death Game needs no further explanation; it is also a big opportunity for everyone."

"Next, with just one opportunity, I can raise all of your Gene Modifications up to Fifth Tier."

As soon as the words fell, a hint of intention immediately appeared on everyone's faces.

Obviously, the improvement of physical quality is the most direct.

They can clearly feel the change in power.

The amplification this brings is very significant.

"How to do it?" Zhuang Wu restrained his excitement.

"Same as always, traditional electric shock therapy," Su Yang smiled faintly.

"Ah?" Zhuang Wu was startled.

He has indeed tasted that feeling.

That sour thrill was "wonderful" beyond words.

"But… we can't withstand such a strong voltage," Zhuang Wu said, his face showing difficulty.

"No problem, with me here, even the fiercest voltage feels as comfortable as an itch," Su Yang turned around, revealing the bulge on his back.

"Angel?!" Lu Junsheng's eyes lit up.

"Of course," Su Yang said with a smile.

"What about me? What about me?" Zhang Tiancheng asked hurriedly, hope in his eyes.

"Those who see get a share," Su Yang waved his large hand.

"Wuhu~"

Seeing the crowd's delighted expressions, Yue Lan felt rather relieved inside.

After the idle chat, Su Yang turned serious and asked, "Where is the Imperial Company's research product?"

Wang Defa did not hesitate and blurted out, "It's right at the border of Upper City District and Central City District, in a place called Sunset District."

"And the Laboratory is underground in Sunset District."

"That area is heavily restricted, no one is allowed to approach, not even our own gene‑modified soldiers."

"If you force your way in, you'll face the most advanced Mecha Soldiers, as well as Poison and Laser Cannon specifically designed to deal with players."

Su Yang stroked his chin and asked, "Here's the question: with such strict defenses, how did Guo Fan bring his daughter inside for treatment?"

"This…"

In fact, they'd discussed this question before.

They roughly guessed that Guo Fan used his high position to act conveniently.

Now that Wang Defa revealed the truth, the matter instantly became intriguing.

"Looks like we were right after all; indeed the higher‑ups are pulling the strings behind the scenes!"

Wang Yuning said upon hearing that, "So they caused all this commotion, there must be an ultimate goal."

Su Yang nodded, "No need to look further, it's definitely the work of a player."

He then sneered, "Looks like the other side has already figured out the unlock conditions for a rare hidden achievement and is treating us like easy prey."

"Then what exactly is that ultimate goal?" Zhuang Wu asked curiously.

Su Yang lowered his gaze, his eyes flashing, "I've said that different players have different Clearance Conditions."

"But the overall direction must be similar."

"As long as we go opposite to the mastermind's direction, we can clear it smoothly."

"The answer is hidden inside this corpse!"

Saying so, Su Yang extended his hand and pointed.

The others followed his gaze, their eyes landing on the Werewolf corpse.

"I kept hearing Brother Su muttering about corpses, so it's actually for us to take the corpse," Zhang Tiancheng said belatedly.

"Otherwise?" Luo Qing retorted.

"I even thought his pants were wet," Zhang Tiancheng said, scratching his head embarrassedly.

At that moment, Su Yang crouched down, took a knife, and sliced open the Werewolf's abdomen.

Inside, the organs were intact, and the blood vessels were also intact.

"So clean?" Ximen Zhirou was stunned.

"Yes, only the blood on the body has been sucked dry," a flash of brilliance crossed Su Yang's eyes.

"When did this happen? How did I not notice?" Zhuang Wu asked.

"Of course, during our fierce battle," Su Yang said.

Yue Lan seemed to recall something, eyes widening, "Was that thing causing the mischief?!"

Su Yang slowly nodded and said, "Most likely, yes—it devours fresh blood wildly when we're not paying attention."

"What thing?" Wang Defa's face showed confusion.

Su Yang slightly raised his eyelids and said:

"Tentacles!"