Wizards pursue the truth

Chapter 262 [262] Similar Rules, Essential Truth, Transformation Opportunity

Wang Ya closed the notebook and put it back into her sleeve.

He couldn't predict what the other wizards who entered the Deep Blue Secret Realm would do, but he believed they were all intelligent and knew how to maximize their benefits.

For wizards, the ultimate goal is the sublime state, and this secret world is also a huge treasure.

Every civilization that exists has its own shining points, and Wang Ya also needs top-notch scientific research knowledge to enrich the internal data of the algorithm database.

The creation of witchcraft and the expansion of the wizard's path both depend on the enrichment and accumulation of various knowledge bases, only then can an incomparably magnificent edifice be built.

As for now, it seems that the world's malice has come to haunt him for the first time. The specifics of the situation still need to be tested.

"Hey!" Mo Tongying also noticed something was wrong. It seemed that the handsome man wasn't looking at her, but at what was behind her.

She instinctively turned around and looked behind her, only to find that at some point, a burly figure, about two meters tall, was leaning against a large tree in the park, panting heavily, his chest heaving, his features contorted and fierce, and his mouth filled with a lot of blood foam.

He was wearing a tattered white lab coat, with broken metal chains around his wrists and ankles, and his body covered in marks from injections and cuts. He looked utterly wretched, like a test subject who had escaped from some unknown underground laboratory.

"Please evacuate this area immediately! There is a fugitive criminal in C9 Park carrying superhuman genes; he is a superhuman criminal. Please evacuate C9 Park immediately!!"

The sirens blared outside the park, and the crowd on the street began to riot, quickly dispersing from the area under the guidance of the sheriff.

Blinding lights flashed as security vehicles surrounded the park. Infrared scanning beams shone on Mo Tongying's fair forehead, but were mostly fixed on the man in the white lab coat.

"How could this happen?" Mo Tongying was stunned. This kind of thing, which only appeared in novels, actually happened in front of her, which she could not accept.

The fear of death gripped her heart instantly. She instinctively looked at her companions, only to find that they had already been escorted away from the area by the sheriff.

Everything happened so fast that she hadn't even had time to react before the park was sealed off, leaving only the three of them in the entire area.

Mo Tongying naturally understood the cause and effect. Everything was caused by this strange person who seemed to have escaped from the laboratory, and they were caught in the crossfire.

She took a step or two back, away from the man in the lab coat, but her back was touched by another figure, a figure in a black robe who was a head taller than her.

Her raised gaze met the indifferent gaze that looked down at her, devoid of any emotional fluctuation. The latter's gaze was as unremarkable as that of flowers, trees, and shrubs.

"Interesting. What kind of abilities would a super-gene carrier possess? He doesn't seem very impressive." Wang Ya's pupils shimmered with four colors as he sized up the burly man in the lab coat.

Those targets that are too weak and have little experimental value are of little interest to Wang Ya in collecting and storing.

Without dissecting experimental subjects and without data for reference, it would be almost impossible for even the Eye of Truth to detect and discover the super-powered genes inside.

Although he intends to keep a low profile and investigate the high-level situation of the Deep Blue World, it doesn't mean he will be timid or hesitant.

There are many methods for studying superhuman genes and gathering information. Maintaining an air of mystery and unknown instills fear while simultaneously showcasing unique value. Human nature is inherently greedy, and the right balance can reassure some and make them believe that everything is under their control.

When the right time has passed, everything will be settled, and the predetermined outcome will not be changed.

This is what is called arrogance!

There are always places similar to the dark web, and people who are unhappy in life and have suffered persecution vent their anger and send messages. According to some information he collected on the dark web, those powerful and high-ranking officials should have been corrupt to the extreme and have started experimental research on so-called super-powered criminals.

For example, inserting one's own stem cells into a super-powered criminal to cultivate a new type of super-powered gene injection, which makes one look younger after injection.

It is believed that the cerebrospinal fluid of super-powered criminals contains super-powered gene-active factors, and that extracting and injecting it into the body can restore youth and improve physical condition.

The post on the dark web claims that injecting hemoglobin from a carrier of a supergene into the corner of the eye creates a reddish lesion, a symbolic sign of decaying flesh regaining its youthful vitality. While there are many such unsubstantiated claims, they are not necessarily baseless.

Beneath the prosperity lies a murky undercurrent. Powerful technology and development can mask all contradictions and conflicts. Ordinary people only need to enjoy themselves and earn money.

Wang Ya has a clearer understanding of the psychological gamesmanship involving people's hearts and interests than anyone else. It should be said that wizards are masters at manipulating the rules in wizard contracts.

However, by then, he estimated that he would have investigated all the inside stories and begun the subsequent planning process.

And how to maximize one's own potential benefits!

Passing Mo Tongying, Wang Ya crossed his arms, leaned against a large tree, and stared at the burly man with a curious, indifferent gaze.

He was genuinely curious about how superhuman gene carriers fought, how they displayed superpowers, and what the nature of this power was.

Some posts on the dark web gave him a lot of inspiration, and perhaps he really could use some of the human experimentation methods mentioned above.

To study and analyze the essence, some experimental variables are always required.

A slight smile played on his lips as he pondered how to maximize his own interests.

Whether the world is malicious or not, completing this variable will allow us to make a judgment.

He couldn't believe it was such a coincidence that he would encounter such a sudden event right after entering the Deep Blue Secret Realm.

If nothing unexpected happens, similar emergencies will only increase.

"What are you doing? Why aren't you afraid? There are so many sheriffs, something's clearly wrong, and you still want to get close to that super-powered criminal. Are you crazy?!"

Mo Tongying felt like she was going crazy. She was just a college student who was relaxing with her classmates on the weekend. Why did she have to encounter something related to superhuman criminals?

In her mind, and in the educational philosophy conveyed by the school, carriers of superhuman genes were an absolute taboo; they were all vicious criminals who would cause huge casualties and social resource losses.

With so many infrared scanners focused on that super-powered criminal, is this man in the retro black robe completely unaware of the seriousness of the situation?

Wang Yalian's gaze remained unchanged, completely ignoring Mo Tongying's words.

To him, ordinary indigenous people had no value, and he didn't care about anything that was irrelevant to his purpose.

"Listen up, super-powered criminals inside! You are surrounded. Surrender immediately and accept a fair trial under the Crimson Dragon Law. Harming any citizen will result in your punishment being ten times more severe."

A burly sheriff, resembling a bear, stepped out of a security vehicle parked at the entrance. Judging from the badge on his shoulder, he was at least the head of the local security team.

The fact that other sheriffs followed him blindly further confirms his special status and position.

Wang Ya's eyes flickered slightly; he could consider starting with this person.

"Great! It's Captain Black Dragon, the super cop from District 9. He's equipped with the most advanced technology and weapons, and he's also been injected with enhanced genes. He's captured countless super-powered criminals. With him around, we'll definitely be safe."

When Mo Tongying saw the burly sheriff, an excited expression appeared on her face, but it also attracted a pair of violent eyes that were fixed on her.

Li Qiang covered his head with both hands, protecting the vital areas of his face. The infrared ray gun would instantly emit high-temperature radiation rays powerful enough to melt hard metal. Even he could not keep his eyes protected by an A7 hardness.

Nearly a hundred infrared beams locked onto him. The sense of impending death jolted his reason to the back of his head; his pupils were bloodshot, and he even bit his teeth until they bled. He would never return to that Black Dragon Research Institute, even if it meant dying on the run, he would never go back to that hellish place.

The super-powered genes within him grant him A7-level hardness protection and B5-level strength.

If he could find the right opportunity to break through the blockade and head to the rear fifty districts, where the resistance army and revolutionary army, composed of superhuman gene carriers, were located, his only chance of survival lay there. Buried deep in his heart, he vowed to crush the head of the Black Dragon Research Institute Director.

Li Qiang observed through the gaps between his fingertips. According to the information provided by his contact, the sewers of C9 Park could lead directly to the outskirts of the Ninth District, and then through the Black River to the Outer Fifty Districts.

Meanwhile, members of the recently rising Funeral Squad were also there to provide support.

Just go into the sewer.

He was right before my eyes when he was alive.

Li Qiang took a deep breath. The people from the Black Dragon Research Institute definitely wanted to bring him back alive. The greatest threat was the invisible infrared ray gun, which was also the least threatening to the deceased super-gene carriers, whose super-genes would also disappear. Unless absolutely necessary, these people would not take his life.

He glanced at the two figures of a man and a woman not far ahead, and his eyes immediately turned sinister and fierce.

"The old humans were all bad; only the new humans carrying superhuman genes represent the future of this world."

The conflict was irreconcilable long ago. He was captured by the Crimson Dragon Guard and sent to the Black Dragon Research Institute because of the betrayal of the old humans.

"If you have to blame someone, blame your bad luck." A thin black membrane covered Li Qiang's pupils, and an eerie aura emanated from his body. At the same time, his skin became denser, and the muscle fibers inside swelled and engorged with blood, forming black, hard lumps on his skin.

Wang Ya's expression shifted, and the four-colored light in his pupils brightened even more. He realized that he had underestimated the super-gene carrier.

Muscle density, body rigidity, and even the internal flesh and blood structure have undergone fundamental changes, making it almost impossible to call it a human flesh and blood body.

The change occurred within a single second, without any warning, extraordinary fluctuations, or feedback of particle radiation energy.

In other words, this is completely different from the power in the wizarding world, and the path to transcendence is not the same.

Licking his lips, Wang Ya smiled and admitted that this experimental subject was qualified to be included in his experimental archive.

Li Qiang suddenly felt a chill, but found nothing unusual. There were only two ordinary humans in the park, ants he could crush with a flick of his wrist. The Black Dragon Captain's shouts through the loudspeaker echoed outside the park. He sneered inwardly. Surrender? If he were captured and taken back to the Black Dragon Laboratory, death experiments would await him.

All the superhuman genes in his body will be extracted and he will be thrown into a shredder like a pig or a dog, and fed to the beasts in the superhuman breeding area.

"Captain, what should we do next? There are still two ordinary citizens inside." A sheriff approached and explained the defense arrangements, ensuring that there were no gaps in the defenses.

Captain Black Dragon frowned and said, "This is a level two criminal. He is powerful and experienced in committing crimes. If he escapes or if any other accident occurs, the losses and injuries to the citizens will only be more severe."

"He escaped from the Black Dragon Research Institute. The research on superhuman genes has reached a critical stage. Perhaps we can obtain the technology to crack superhuman genes from this superhuman criminal. He contains immense value and plays an important role in the future of all humanity. We must ensure his basic vital signs are maintained."

Captain Black Dragon gave the sheriff's confidant a deep look, then patted him on the shoulder with his large hand. "We bear the future of the Crimson Dragon Alliance Kingdom on our shoulders. The Crimson Dragon Sacrifice Ceremony will be held soon, which is also the day when regional organizations select outstanding districts."

"I understand, Captain." The sheriff's expression sharpened, and he straightened his back. He then used the walkie-talkie on his shoulder to relay the relevant information: "Contract the defenses. Infrared ray guns are authorized to fire. Prepare anesthetic injections. Use ten times the dosage that could take down a mammoth."

Some hesitant voices came through the walkie-talkie: "Sir, there are two innocent civilians in the park. There is a high possibility that they could be accidentally injured."

"The sheriff's duty is to obey orders. Those two innocent citizens have clearly been targeted by the super-powered criminal, and there is no way to rescue them. The only way is to subdue the super-powered criminal in advance," the deputy sheriff said sternly.

"Sir, we guarantee to complete the mission."

Chi Chi!

A blinding red beam of light sliced ​​a large tree in the park in two, and the residual radiant heat ignited the contact area between the branches.

Boom!

The sound of his heart pounding could be clearly heard. Li Qiang had completed the activation of his super-gene frequency. His entire body, covered in hard black skin and muscles, was like real hard metal, and he forcefully blocked the high-heat red fluid wave that resembled a net.

One after another, hundreds of high-heat red lines shot out, densely intertwining as they came.

Li Qiang suddenly rolled over, and his experimental suit completely melted into charred ash, but the hard muscles granted by his superhuman genes formed a black armor-like protective layer.

Those high-heat red lines cannot be penetrated at all, and will even be deflected.

Li Qiang, with his hands covering his eyes, moved through the terrifying rain of rays. His purpose was clear: he was running towards Mo Tongying and Wang Ya's location.

Hiding behind a large tree, Mo Tongying crouched down, curled up, and stared at the red light flashing in front of her eyes. Her face was deathly pale, and she was terrified.

Any red ray that touches her will kill her. This is not a joke, it's true. Why is this happening? What is the sheriff doing? There are innocent civilians present, yet he is firing indiscriminately.

At this moment, Mo Tongying actually had the idea of ​​filing a complaint.

Tears streamed down her reddened eyes. Overwhelmed by fear of death, her body trembled, her pupils dilated, and she murmured absently, "Superhumans are all monsters. They're the cause of all this trouble. Die! Superhuman criminals, die! If it weren't for them, if it weren't for Moshiro, Dad wouldn't be dead. Everything wouldn't be so terrible."

"My head hurts so much!!" Mo Tongying's forehead veins bulged one by one, her body temperature began to become unbalanced, rising above 40 degrees Celsius, up to about 70 degrees Celsius, her skin was dry and red, like a boiled shrimp; suddenly her temperature dropped rapidly, her body temperature was about 10 degrees Celsius, extremely cold, and an ordinary person would not be able to survive.

Previously buried memories resurfaced due to her transformation; they were all the experiences she had in her youth. When everything beautiful is destroyed, the body instinctively protects itself after experiencing immense trauma. Upon further trauma, the protective barrier formed to safeguard the body is more likely to be broken.

Thump! My heart pounded, and a hidden force began to alter the cells, and even the genetic code at a more microscopic level.

"Interesting. The types of super-powered genes should be different, and their manifestations should also have different systems." Wang Ya's pupils reflected the scene of flashing red light and rays intertwining into a net, while Li Qiang, who was dodging, had a physical fitness almost comparable to a wizard's physique of around 14.

I don't know when, but I opened the notebook and started writing down relevant notes with a quill pen.

[Target Individual: Carrier of Superhuman Genes]

[Superpower System: Transformation of Physical Body and Flesh]

[Supergene's tentative rating: ? ? (More information is needed for evaluation)]

[Ability Characteristics: The physical body undergoes a fundamental change, and mutations occur at the gene and cellular level, resulting in stronger defense and strength (whether there will be further changes is currently unknown; the potential development direction is towards a more physical and flesh-based focus)]

[Rarity Level: One-Star Experimental Collectible]

[Pre-planned experiment: Human anatomical experiments on target individuals to uncover the essence of superhuman genes and explore the root cause of extraordinary abilities in a world without magic technology.]

Wang Ya clipped a quill pen into his notebook, believing that a good memory is no substitute for a bad pen, and that any thought should be recorded in a jotting-down notebook.

Throughout the long wizarding journey, rereading my old notes and journals always provides me with inspiration.

Wang Ya's behavior was extremely strange. He just stood there in the midst of gunfire without making any move. A normal person wouldn't react like that.

The mere sight of infrared rays darting around is enough to terrify ordinary people, causing them to run away in fear and tremble.

Many sheriffs also noticed this, their faces showing surprise and uncertainty. Such abnormality was suspicious, and they were all extremely experienced, having captured many superhuman criminals.

Some red dots have begun to block Wang Ya's surroundings, while also intercepting Li Qiang who is fleeing in this direction.

Is this guy in retro clothes a madman?

A strange unease arose in Li Qiang's heart, but his superhuman physique, now expanded to a whole size, couldn't withstand the strain for long; each high-heat shot would increase the burden. His stamina was rapidly declining, the septum of his pupils was gradually turning red, and his breathing was heavy. He took a deep breath. He had to share the firepower, otherwise he would die before even entering the sewers.

"Whether you're crazy or not, come here now."

A large, dark hand reached for Wang Ya's throat and neck.

He didn't have a good solution either. The Red Dragon Kingdom, which promoted the principle of fair and benevolent law enforcement, would always have to be more cautious when dealing with ordinary citizens.

Li Qiang's ultimate goal was the sewer manhole entrance, about 150 meters away in this direction.

All of this happened very quickly, yet in Li Qiang's eyes, the young man in the retro black robe remained calm, his eyes even revealing a hint of greed, as if he were looking at some precious treasure. The black and white raven on his shoulder lazily spread its wings, its black pupils giving him a disdainful look in an extremely human-like manner.

What a joke! Li Qiang's unease grew stronger, and he suddenly quickened his movements.

boom!

The floor shattered instantly, scattering a large amount of rubble that pierced through some trees, leaving them broken and scattered.

Amidst the billowing smoke, a burly figure emerged, clad in electromagnetic-powered armor, his entire body protected by the armor. Special electromagnetic swords were mounted on his waist and back, while the shoulder armor unfurled its cannons, concealed electromagnetic beams poised to fire.

Captain Black Dragon looked coldly at the figure struggling to get up at his feet and sneered, "You shouldn't have made me take action; you suffered for nothing."

Li Qiang gritted his teeth, but the metallic feel on his back was like a mountain, pressing him firmly to the ground. His internal organs were severely damaged, and he spat out mouthfuls of blood, his back clearly twisted and bent from the impact.

The core bearing is an electromagnetic energy-powered armor with a stamped sprocket device, which can unleash the power of B7 in an instant, exceeding the power limit of a Level 2 super criminal.

One by one, uniformed officers armed with infrared ray guns rushed over and plunged syringes filled with anesthetic into Li Qiang's neck. A few seconds later, he fell into a deep sleep.

Captain Black Dragon raised his right hand, and the cannon on his wrist began to charge up, the target being Wang Ya's location.

"Something's off with this guy."

He didn't even notice how Wang Ya moved from his original position to a distance of twenty meters.

Even the Black Dragon AI couldn't get any specific results from the scan, as if the guy had teleported in an instant.

"State your name, address, and Crimson Dragon number," the Black Dragon Captain said in a low voice, his mind on high alert.

The trusted sheriff, who was also the Black Dragon Squad's adjutant, named "Mach," immediately raised his infrared ray gun, keeping a close eye on Wang Ya's every slight movement.

From the beginning until now, this guy's behavior has been extremely abnormal.

He might also be a criminal with superpowered genes.

Wang Ya lowered his head and wrote down the last paragraph of his record with a quill pen.

The target individual did not undergo any subsequent physical changes. Their superhuman genes may be fixed; their potential is limited to a certain level, preventing them from gaining greater power. (This hypothesis is pending and requires more variable data.)

He closed the notebook and put the quill pen into his sleeve before looking up and glancing around.

Wang Ya belatedly realized what was happening and showed a look of panic, raising his hands. "I surrender. I'm just an innocent citizen passing by."

The language they spoke was actually pure indigenous language.

Captain Black Dragon frowned, a strange feeling rising in his heart, but when he saw his adjutant successfully cuff the super-powered handcuffs and leg irons binding the super-powered gene carrier, he felt much more at ease.

Even a level-five super-powered criminal with natural disaster abilities will have their powers suppressed after being put in super-powered shackles.

The technology that makes it extremely difficult for them to destroy anything from a building to a wooden table is the biggest foundation for their complete suppression of the superpowered rebels.

No matter what secrets this strange guy is hiding, once he's handcuffed, he can't cause any trouble.

Under the watchful eyes of a group of security officers, Wang Ya remained remarkably quiet, allowing them to examine his entire body.

Lieutenant Mach exclaimed in surprise, "Where's that black and white raven on his body, that notebook with all his scribbles, and that antique quill pen?"

The sheriff in charge of the inspection shook his head directly. "Nothing was found. There was nowhere on him to hide anything, and the crow has disappeared."

Lieutenant Mach frowned, about to lash out and say something, but was stopped by Captain Black Dragon beside him. "There's no need to create unnecessary trouble. Perhaps that's his superpower. Let's take him back to the Black Dragon Research Institute first. Mach, you'll handle the aftermath and public relations here."

"Understood, Captain."

Wang Ya's pupils gleamed with four colors as he curiously examined the shackles on his hands. Even the scanning and analysis by the Eye of Truth required a full minute.

This made him even more curious about the research data from the indigenous authorities.

As for choosing to be caught, it was also to gain access to better channels and obtain hidden secrets.

Wang Ya didn't want to waste too much time researching super-genes from scratch. With the existing data and the analytical abilities of the Eye of Truth, he would be the one to understand all the secrets the fastest.

Other wizards entering the Deep Blue Secret Realm also need to adapt to the different world environment and consider replenishing the particle energy in their bodies.

This world is devoid of magic, and the extraordinary aspects have no connection whatsoever to the particle energy of the wizarding system.

This means that wizards entering this place will not have access to natural particle energy for replenishment.

Drop drop!

A piercing alarm sounded, similar to the alarm used by the super-powered criminals before, but much sharper.

All the sheriffs' expressions changed drastically, their terrified gazes sweeping around them, and they all stared at Captain Black Dragon, who was wearing electromagnetic kinetic energy armor.

The alarm originated from the armor he was wearing.

"Level 5 super-energy waveguide detected. Nearby Crimson Dragon Guard members, please be on alert."

Standing surrounded by sheriffs, Wang Ya's eyes also showed a hint of surprise. He lingered on the electromagnetic energy armor for a while, and a sense of greed grew in his heart regarding the technological knowledge and super-gene research of this world.

The Eye of Truth may bring about another transformation in this world.

Then she looked in one direction of the park, the place where Mo Tongying had hidden before.

A strange wave, which even Wang Ya could perceive with his extraordinary mental power, was spreading out in a fan shape.

The Eye of Truth also locked onto some similar information in the algorithm database.

[Hint: A fundamental fluctuation related to the rules has been detected, which may be related to the inherent properties of abnormal items.]

Wang Ya's eyes immediately brightened, and he licked his lips, a smile curving his lips.

This is a surprisingly good product!

(End of this chapter)