This game is so weird!

"Over the past century, countless technologies have emerged. The Imperial Intellectual Property Association alone has added no fewer than 500 quantum databases to record the technological copyrights and related materials of new inventions," Vera said in a deep voice. "New technologies are constantly emerging, and old technologies are constantly being improved and innovated."

"Finally, this day has come, which is also the fifth day after the 100th anniversary celebration of the creation machine's birth."

"Scientists throughout the empire have discovered that, based on the current technological and material reserves, it is no longer possible to create any new inventions."

"Whether it's electronic technology, biochemistry, synthetic materials, or even basic mathematics and physics, there haven't been any breakthroughs since."

"Most creations will eventually present a warning after the creation has appeared, a warning that instills despair—"

Vera casually manipulated the creation machine. With the input of a copper block, a titanium block, and glass, the creation machine spun rapidly, spitting out a simple light bulb every few minutes.

"Creating Success - Standard Light Bulb (XX-1XX-3X Model)".

[Note: This standard light bulb model was created by Jesse Cron Pinkman in Imperial Year 791. It is highly energy-efficient and is copyrighted. Please purchase a license through the official Imperial platform if you wish to use it.]

Entering the same ingredients again, a light bulb with a slightly different appearance and light color appeared in front of Li Ang.

The only difference is that the intellectual property rights to this standard light bulb have been acquired by the Empire and licensed to the public as free civilian technology, so there is no need to purchase it yourself.

Li Ang was completely dumbfounded. Everything was fine when I created the Pokémon before.

"Isn't this the top-ranked technology recommended by rookie pioneers? If it can't unlock new technologies, what's the point of having it?"

"This is because there are the most opportunities to establish a base."

Vera didn't keep him in suspense and answered Li Ang's question directly.

"Pioneering bases are often located on the periphery of an empire's territory, or even as exploration sites that take root directly in unknown territories."

"There is a greater chance of discovering new materials, species, or even the remains and creations of other civilizations, or even other advanced civilizations. Whether you integrate the knowledge and materials you discover into the knowledge base of the creation machine, or conduct independent research, there is a greater chance of creating unique and entirely new products."

"Therefore, the creation machine is the technology that new pioneers need most. The creation machine, which can identify the value of the planets to be explored through experiments and realize the rapid monetization of resources and knowledge, is undoubtedly the best choice for pioneers."

"In particular, the pioneering bases under the Bureau of Pioneers are often established on planets where the Empire has discovered special resources or relics, and the probability of discovering new things is the highest."

"That's true. I tried it out after getting the creation machine. Apart from the fact that I couldn't research weapons, I managed to succeed in a few things..."

"What?!"

Before Li Ang could finish speaking, Vera excitedly rushed in front of him, at a distance far exceeding the normal design distance, almost touching him.

He stared at Li Ang's eyes with a look of shock, as if trying to judge whether he was lying through his eyes.

"You've already succeeded in your research, and you're using the basic version of the creation machine? When I came here, there wasn't even a stabilizer or a proper research facility!"

"What did you research? Is the copyright still valid?"

"Hmm, I didn't pay attention to the copyright, but since no copyright notice popped up after I succeeded, it should still be there, right?"

Li Ang touched his nose. This woman was clearly a newly produced laborer, so why did she still have a fragrance? Her nose was a little itchy from being so close.

You've only been here a day and you've already bought perfume...?

Women in the universe are terrifying.

Seeing that Vera was still staring intently, Leon further explained:

"I've created a few creatures, each with a few special abilities. They've already been given to outstanding explorers. You'll have the opportunity to meet them when the time is right."

"It's a living being!?"

Vera stared wide-eyed, admiringly impressed by her beauty. It was undeniable that she looked stunning no matter what she did. Li Ang glanced at her appreciatively, wondering how different her physical form was from the real person.

Thinking about it this way, the idea that hadn't even sprouted yet vanished again.

What's the difference between this and sculpting a doll myself based on a model? What if it turns out to be a heavyweight or...?

"I also researched high-risk biological mass production projects at the research institute before. I racked my brains and tried all sorts of ideas and mistakes. I was about to succeed, but my supervisor snatched it away just as I was starting to see some results..."

"That supervisor is really wicked. If the research on high-risk organisms is successful, it will be of great help in protecting endangered species. Vera, you are also very capable in leading this project."

Seeing that Vera was a little down, Li Ang comforted her.

As a result, he was met with a look from Vera as if he were an idiot.

"What's this about protecting endangered species? This problem was solved in the very first year the Creation Machine was created..."

"The high-risk biological mass production research I conducted is a high-risk-level dangerous biological mass production project, one of our planet's biological weapons development plans. Anyway, thank you for your comforting words, Chairman!"

"Cough cough."

Li Ang felt a little awkward after Vera's thanks, and tried hard to keep his face from showing any emotion. He coughed twice and changed the subject.

"Vera, have you decided on a direction for your research going forward?"

Vera, being a researcher, wasn't one to seek entertainment and didn't find pleasure in digging into her leader's embarrassment. She readily switched to a new topic.

"I still want to continue my research in biology and see if I can make any useful inventions. Besides, haven't you already researched some completely new organisms? If so, I'd like to continue my research as well."

"It's not that I necessarily want to study dangerous creatures, but I'm more professional in biology. I focused on this field when I was in the research institute on our planet. I may not be very familiar with other areas."

After saying that, I suddenly felt that exposing my shortcomings in front of my boss wasn't a good idea, and what if I got rejected?

Having finally arrived at the pioneering base, especially on a planet brimming with innovative discoveries, Vera had no desire to go back to serving that menopausal female supervisor who was always vying for credit.

After thinking for a moment, Vera quickly added two sentences:

"Aside from dangerous organisms, I have no problem researching other specialized biological fields!"

"Is there anything the president needs me to research? I'll do my best to complete it!"

Li Ang didn't care about the shortcomings Vera mentioned. In his opinion, it was already quite good to be able to recruit senior researchers at this price. Only these students who had just graduated and were still full of enthusiasm might voluntarily take a pay cut for an uncertain future.

However, after the conversation, Li Ang was not entirely sure if it could be achieved.

"What Scar Planet urgently needs right now are medical consumables. I looked into it and found that the Empire's medicines are basically only authorized for single production, and the price is too high as consumables."

"The cheapest drugs are only painkillers, and the production line costs are very high and still don't solve the problem, so they don't really meet our needs."

"Originally, the development manager and I discussed purchasing a small quantity of the Empire's professional medicines for emergency use, and then producing a batch of simple medicines ourselves—wound treatment medicine, stamina recovery medicine, mental recovery medicine, painkillers, and so on."

Is there any other way to develop it?

"Emmmm..."

Vera was a bit conflicted; it was indeed a difficult problem to solve.

The Empire's pharmaceutical industry is basically polarized. Drugs that can completely cure real people are extremely expensive, while the prices of related testing instruments and comprehensive treatment devices have skyrocketed, and they are either licensed on a per-use basis or purchased as finished products.

Most drugs targeting biochemical carriers are inexpensive painkillers, and they don't consider the issue of complete cure. If one drug is no longer effective, you can simply switch to another.

After thinking for a while, not wanting her new boss to look down on her, Vera tentatively offered a suggestion.

"President, what do you think of antiviral drugs?"

"It utilizes the characteristics of viruses to guide the body to recover quickly, but it has significant side effects on the body and may even reduce lifespan or performance."

Li Ang's eyes lit up. This would be perfect for the players! Anyway, he wasn't expecting them to die of old age.

"Okay! Try to limit the side effects to lifespan and don't let them affect performance too much."

"Well……"

Vera was stunned when she saw that Li Ang agreed without hesitation. She had felt a little guilty after making such an immoral suggestion.

Could I have run into a dishonest boss...?

Are employees' lives not important?