Wizards pursue the truth

Chapter 492 [492] Boss Triggers Attack

Metarhizium is a microscopic substance, somewhere between a bacterium and a virus. Based on past research by researchers at the outpost, a truly single individual must be smaller than a bacterium at a microscopic level.

Viruses rely on self-replication, absorbing nutrients, and continuously transcribing their own fragments into the infected individual.

Overall, the difference between the two is not that significant.

It's simply a matter of one being able to move and live by basic instincts, and the other being able to reproduce without restraint or consideration. The former requires a certain amount of time, and the latter also requires time, but it is faster and does not require the intervention of cells or genes within the body itself.

"The word 'devour' does make some sense. Metavirus, the poison of devouring!" A smile appeared beneath Wang Ya's mask. This is what makes it interesting, isn't it? If it were something simple and didn't have much potential, he wouldn't have considered acquiring it for research and would have left this uninteresting beginner quest world long ago.

The beginner quest world is challenging, but it's definitely not a guaranteed death sentence.

Similar clues may appear in other places, but they are undoubtedly relatively hidden. If a reincarnator can find them, it is either luck or because they explore very carefully and meticulously.

However, this has little to do with him.

In his opinion, of all the reincarnators, only Wang Dazhuang was somewhat interesting.

"Let me see more of your characteristics, what's on the surface, what lies beneath."

Wang Ya opened his eyes. The inside of the infected person's chest cavity was fully exposed, and all kinds of lesions and even abnormal points on the limbs were clearly visible. There was nothing unusual that could escape his eyes.

Even before entering the Main God Space, he had already learned about the human body structure, nerve pathways, organ functions, and even the minute characteristics of specific cells, tissues, and flesh in this world.

The first step is to identify anomalies from a macro perspective and record sample data.

The second step is to delve deeper and more meticulously, using instruments and technological means to understand everything from a microscopic level.

The third step is to compare the data characteristics of other samples.

The fourth step is to determine the impact of the Meta virus intervention, the various effects it caused, and then determine further test variables.

Step 5...

"Are you crazy? We have no grudge against you, why are you causing us trouble?"

"Friend, let's talk this out. There's no need to resort to violence. Everything is negotiable. We can reach an agreement and leave in a win-win situation. There's no need to act like that serial killer. We don't have any direct conflict."

"The new reincarnators are a united front. The more people there are, the stronger we are, and the better we can pass the test. Killing us won't do you any good."

Wang Dazhuang's expression was indifferent. He was unmoved by the words of the group of new reincarnators in front of him, and he still held up the dark muzzles of his guns, as if he was about to fire at any moment.

The male and female reincarnators were drenched in sweat, their faces filled with terror, as they retreated step by step until they were pressed against the wall. They had nowhere left to go and had been forced into a dead end, yet a few of them showed a fierce determination, ready to fight to the death.

"He only had one gun, and there were five of us. He couldn't kill all of us. We took his gun and fought back."

Bang bang bang!

The man who spoke was instantly shot three times and fell to the ground, bleeding profusely, clearly not going to live.

The other reincarnators fell silent instantly, squatting on the ground, motionless.

"Boss, whatever you say goes."

A strange smile appeared on Wang Dazhuang's face. "Don't worry, I won't kill you, as long as you cooperate with me to complete one task."

The reincarnated beings who had been crouching down raised their heads again, and hope shone in each of their eyes.

"This matter will be of great benefit to each of you. If all goes well, it will allow you to safely navigate this mission world."

"Boss, we'll do whatever you say, just don't kill us."

Wang Dazhuang led these people up to the elevator in work area 33, stood behind them, and suppressed them with his gun.

With so many test subjects, I should be able to meet the boss's requirements, right?

Even if you fail, you'll have more chances to try again.

Furthermore, the more experimental subjects there are, the more accurate the comparative data will be, and the greater the chance of success will be.

Wang Dazhuang was aware of this, and at the very least, it would allow for more experiments.

……

Buzz!

Azure light bloomed in the laboratory, gradually revealing a flowing, iridescent color.

The body lying on the experimental table seemed to be enveloped in blue light, becoming a transparent, particle-like light being, exceptionally beautiful.

But beneath this beauty lies a crisis.

Wang Ya's pupils widened in surprise, and he subconsciously stepped back, avoiding being affected by the activated blue particle light spots.

The temperature in the laboratory has reached about 30 degrees Celsius.

The constant temperature system was maintained, and the power output accompanied the operation of the research equipment, humming in a low voice.

"This is the optimal temperature for Metarhizium bacteria to thrive and survive."

The bodies of the other two individuals whose experiments failed also emitted a blue glow, as if they had been affected.

"This is a mutual echo; individual entities, after being replicated, are also connected, and there must be a central source."

"This connection is more subtle and deeper. Once this connection is grasped, all Meta bacteria can be controlled."

"Let me see your true nature."

Wang Ya also emitted a light, but unlike the blue light, the light on his body was black and white.

At this moment, about 10% of the True Spirit Power has been consumed.

The body's various functions have transcended the ordinary and entered the extraordinary realm.

Everything in the field of vision seemed to have stopped.

No, it should be said that Wang Ya's thinking ability, neural transmission ability, and ability to process external information through vision have reached an unprecedented level.

This is a forbidden zone that ordinary humans can never set foot in.

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Deep within the strata of Work Area 33, the earth veins radiate a blue fluorescent light, filled with strangely shaped rocks, and covered by a hazy, transparent veil—a light pollution illusion created by the extreme clarity of the blue radiance.

Click!

A sudden crack appeared in the strata, from which more blue light particles dissipated and gradually filled the surrounding area.

Fluid, blue tentacles, resembling those of a living organism, clung to the edge of the crack's exit.

More blue tentacles crawled out, followed by its entire body, resembling a giant squid from the sea, yet possessing truly fluid properties, flowing silently and smoothly like water, rapidly passing over the surface of the strata and ravines, while also bringing a massive amount of clothing from the cracks.

Judging from the style, it is exactly the same as the uniforms worn by the base's personnel and researchers.

(End of this chapter)