In this cyberpunk era, why are you still playing the traditional villain?

"This is exactly what I want to discuss with you."

Xie Qingyan became serious. "Based on the clinical tests over the past few days, we have roughly summarized a few points."

"First, an 'Ascension Person' can have a maximum of two superpowers, and the implanted superpowers cannot exceed the level of their original superpowers."

In the more than 4,000 experiments conducted so far, the success rate for both methods remains 0%; without exception, all participants died.

Xu Shi nodded. This was similar to what he had thought. Otherwise, everyone would have been implanted with his grandfather's SS-level ability, and that would have been enough. If that were the case, not to mention one "Heavenly Justice," a hundred "Heavenly Justices" would be no problem.

However, he had a small question: "Where did you find so many people for clinical trials?"

"The city hall had so many 'Forsaken' prisoners, I just took them and used them."

Xie Qingyan smiled. "This is only a small part... Of course, many low-level 'Ascensioners' who couldn't make ends meet also volunteered for the experiment, and we paid them."

Xu Shi clicked his tongue inwardly, wondering when he had developed the misconception that this guy was delicate and pitiful.

To be able to say such things with a smile, she's clearly a living, breathing female demon!

Hmm? I ordered the prisoners to be captured? Then it's alright.

Sending it for mining and using it for experiments seem to make no real difference.

No wonder the progress is going so smoothly; with such a large sample size, it would be strange if the progress wasn't fast.

But what he was more curious about was that Tang Shuang would actually allow Xie Qingyan's behavior? This wasn't like her at all... or perhaps she had also been subtly influenced by him?

You've become a bad woman too... That's a good thing.

"For normal abilities of the same level, the success rate can currently be controlled at 80% or higher. For abilities below one's own level, the success rate is even higher, averaging around 90%."

This is already quite remarkable data, and Xu Shi was somewhat impressed upon hearing it.

Judging by the timeline, Shen Qin must have obtained this information several years ago. He didn't believe that the other party hadn't studied it before... But after so long, they were still stuck in the same place. In contrast, his fiancée achieved such a breakthrough in such a short time, easily doing what others couldn't.

That's why they say professionals should do professional things, especially since the person in front of us is an officially certified big boss.

"What about the second point?"

he asked.

"The second point, to be precise, is some suggestions on the implantation of superpowers."

Xie Qingyan took a leisurely sip of tea. "Although the success rate can be maintained at a high level, it is not 100% successful. The main problem actually lies in the compatibility between the two abilities themselves, which is very important."

"For example, this case involves someone with the ability to manipulate fire. After receiving the ability to manipulate liquids, they experienced a strong rejection reaction. They survived, but were essentially ruined."

She put down her teacup and carefully pointed out one of the points to Xu Shi: "There are many similar cases, which shows that not just any ability can be implanted into the body."

"Mutual generation and mutual restraint, right...?" Xu Shi pondered. "Then, conversely, implantation that matches the original ability's affinity is basically fine?"

"That's the truth."

Xie Qingyan nodded and said, "So, my current suggestion is that if you want to implant something, the best choice is an ability similar to your own type of superpower."

"Of course, there is another situation, which is to use the implanted ability to alleviate the complications of one's own body. Isn't Shen Qin the best example? If it weren't for her self-healing ability, she would have died eight hundred times over, given how often she uses her superpowers."

Xu Shichang let out a long sigh of relief. This was originally one of his ideas. To be honest, when he first learned about the dual abilities, his first thought was to use the self-healing ability to cover Xia Ke'an's complications. In a broader sense, it was to use the new ability to fill the gaps in the old ability.

"What are these two vials of medicine?"

He looked curiously at the reagent on his fiancée's right, and after thinking about it carefully, he felt that he had already explained everything he needed to say.

"These two... are considered additional projects."

Xie Qingyan said leisurely, "In layman's terms, it's an expansion pack."

"This blue tube, I'll call it a stabilizer for now. How do I explain it to you... let me put it this way."

"For example, if you want to implant superpowers and become a dual-power user, but you can't find a suitable ability for the time being, or you are worried that the success rate is not high enough, you can inject this kind of injection first to improve your own adaptability."

"The results of clinical trials show that the success rate of subjects who were injected with stabilizers to acquire new abilities is about one to two percentage points higher after a 15 to 30-day settling period. This is only in the short term. According to model analysis, the longer the time, the higher the stability will be, eventually approaching 100%."

Xu Shi was deeply moved.

To use a fairly apt analogy, this is like fertilizing barren land before planting vegetables? In any case, it's a good guarantee. For example, he himself is the type who hopes for the highest possible success rate. Whether it's 80% or 90%, it's still not enough for him.

But if this stabilizer were available, this problem could be easily solved.

As for the last test tube...

"Why is it empty?"

Upon closer inspection, Xu Shi discovered that there was nothing in the bottle except for a piece of paper that made it look like there was something there.

"Because this is still in the conceptual stage."

Xie Qingyan smiled and said, "It's very difficult to completely erase the abilities of an 'Ascended One' through technological means. Even my abilities can only be nullified for a certain period of time... but implanted superpowers may be different."

"My idea is to improve the implantation of superpowers into something similar to a prosthetic body, like the multi-functional prosthetic limb of the 'Snake Ring'? It can be adjusted at any time to deal with different situations."

"This vial of reagent represents this direction. Could it be clearing implanted abilities? Or perhaps turning them into a carrier... Although a person can only possess a maximum of two abilities, this method might be able to overcome this problem?"

Xu Shi's eyes widened.

If everything before was within his expectations, then he had to admit that he hadn't considered this last point! During this time, his attention had been focused on how to use his dual abilities to increase his leverage against "Heavenly Principles," but he had neglected the depth of the issue itself.

It must be said that Xie Qingyan is indeed an expert in this field. His research angle is very ingenious. If we compare "Upgraded Ones" to game characters, then this empty reagent tube represents the equipment slots of the game character.

If it can truly achieve seamless plugging and unplugging, then the improvement this technology brings to the "upgraded" will be more than one level higher.

In the beginner village, blue equipment is incredibly valuable, but as you progress, even purple or orange equipment might not be worth your attention... Eliminating the uniqueness of superpower implants and being able to change abilities at any time—just thinking about it sends chills down your spine.

"Surely this is a difficult thing to do?"

However, he was not blinded by his emotions and calmly looked at Xie Qingyan.

If this were easy, she wouldn't have brought an empty bottle.

"It's not just difficult, it's extremely difficult."

Xie Qingyan did not deny it, "But it is not impossible, and I am willing to work hard for it."

"Chairman Xie has such great ambitions."

Xu Shi jokingly remarked with considerable admiration, "Putting aside personal matters, this woman certainly possesses great personal charm."

"You're right, I do have ambitions."

Xie Qingyan's smile grew even brighter. "I, Xie Qingyan, want to be remembered in history, any kind of fame is fine. Perhaps this is the opportunity?"

Indeed, the value of dual superpowers is absolutely no less than that of "twin" enhancement machines or drugs, and may even be higher.

“You know, no matter what we do next, whether it’s going to go to sea or something else, the development of Night Sin City should not stop.”

She stared intently at Xu Shi, "I think you feel the same way... To be honest, I should thank you, after all, it was you who provided this information, otherwise I would never have thought of these things in my entire life."

Xu Shi neither confirmed nor denied it, but it was indeed he who first discovered the dual superpowers in Shen Qin, which could be considered a precedent.

But if I really want to say...

"Is it a case of us mutually benefiting each other?"

He suddenly felt particularly good. "You've given me a lot of ideas."

He's the type who picks things up instantly. A few words from his fiancée made him start thinking about the future of dual superpowers—it's injected now, but will it become something simpler like oral administration in the future? And if we delve a little deeper and develop in the direction of genetic engineering, maybe with each generation, everyone will be born with dual superpowers?

Although the ability to ascend itself has very little heritability, physical constitution may not be. If it can really develop in this direction, the disruptive impact will be immeasurable.

And coincidentally, they were pioneers who stood at the forefront of this trend.

Awakening from their reverie, the two exchanged a smile, both knowing that their thoughts were nearly identical.

At this moment, there is no room for sentimentality, only hope for the future and mutual appreciation.

"When Chairman Xie leaves his name in the history books, please include me."

Xu Shi joked, which also showed his attitude: "Snake Ring" would spare no effort to provide support in this matter.

"Speaking of which, how about we shake hands, or pop some champagne or something?"

Why bother with all those fancy tricks?

Xie Qingyan waved his hand, "I forgot to ask, you must also need dual abilities, right? Should I give you a test now?"

"Right here?"

"It's not that difficult."

His fiancée shrugged. "I'll help you. Here, lie down on the chair."

As she spoke, she opened a hidden compartment in her suitcase, inside which various instruments were already prepared. She has always been very professional in this regard.

"However, a word of caution: you haven't received the upgraded 'Sublimation' injection yet. There's a certain incompatibility between the two, so you should think it over."

She also double-checked.

"Then dual superpowers seem more appealing."

Xu Shi had already answered this question. He currently possessed "Yujing" and did not have a great need for enhancement potions.

He suddenly felt like laughing. He felt that the woman was acting a little differently than usual today, being so considerate to him.

Whether she knew it or not was one thing; she could have easily not reminded her.

"Okay, just keep that in mind. Don't say I didn't warn you later."

Xie Qingyan nodded and pushed the test reagent into the syringe.

"Dr. Xie, please be gentle."

"Shut up, or I'll spank you."

Xie Qingyan rolled her eyes at him; she didn't seem to be used to such words either.

However, she felt good about this. Although the two of them had a bit of a falling out last time, they were much more comfortable with each other today than before. There was less of the fake harmony on the surface, and they were more like friends than just business partners.

Is it because they talked things out? Anyway, she's been thinking about how to win him back or deepen her relationship with this jerk lately, and positive feedback is always good.

The medicine was gently injected into his body, and Xu Shi felt a little tired for a moment.

"This is normal, don't worry."

"That's good. I thought you had added sleeping pills and were planning to sleep with me."

"Get out of here."

His fiancée pinched him, but in her heart she thought, "That doesn't seem so bad."