Cataclysmic Era: I can unlock the tech tree

Lu Yongchang was silent for a moment, then spoke softly.

"Brother Mao, I need a large number of lab rats!"

Upon hearing Lü Yongchang's words, Mao Zhengzhi froze on the spot.

A few seconds later, he realized the meaning behind Lü Yongchang's words.

His expression changed drastically. He stepped forward, leaned close to Lü Yongchang, and whispered, "You're not planning to make the mice develop antibodies against this protein, are you?!"

Lu Yongchang didn't speak, but Mao Zhengzhi could tell the answer from his face through the protective mask.

"Damn it..." A flicker of terror crossed Mao Zhengzhi's eyes. "Do you know the consequences this will have?!"

"Those are alien creatures!"

"We have absolutely no idea what kind of reaction it will trigger with Earth's organisms!"

"Do you know what will happen if the sample is leaked?!"

A bitter look appeared on Lü Yongchang's face.

He nodded slightly.

"Of course, I know exactly what the consequences will be!"

"But this is currently the only method that can produce quick results."

"Brother Mao, do you know how long it took to sequence the human genome?"

"From the first discussion of this project to its final completion, it took nearly 40 years!"

"In 1984, the United States first proposed a sequencing project, and in 1990, the project officially began."

"In April 2003, the genome sequencing project was announced as completed. However, this completion only covered the sequencing of the euchromatin region of the genome, which accounts for approximately 92% of the entire genome. The remaining 8%, the so-called heterochromatin region, had been a bottleneck for humanity for a full 19 years!"

Mao Zhengzhi fell silent.

After a long silence, he said in a hoarse voice, "But our current biotechnology is already..."

Lü Yongchang interrupted him directly.

"That's not enough!"

"This is an alien creature; neither you nor I know how difficult it is to analyze its genes."

"I can't gamble on that possibility."

"If research progress is stalled for another 19 years, humanity is doomed!"

"Besides... I believe in the power of life. Even when faced with unknown antigens, the immune system can still make some kind of response."

"This can be seen from the mice that were injected with the lower concentration of the mixture; they did not fall into a deep sleep immediately."

A hint of wavering appeared in Mao Zhengzhi's eyes.

After thinking for a long time, he sighed suddenly and said in a voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz, "Let's do as you say..."

After saying this, Mao Zhengzhi seemed to have all his strength drained away, staring blankly at the fifteen white mice that were "feigning death" in the cage.

"I really don't know where we're leading humanity by doing this..."

He muttered to himself.

……

That evening.

With Zero's help, several remote large factory buildings were transformed.

All production lines inside the factory were removed, leaving only robotic arms.

The entire factory was filled with countless breeding cages.

Inside the cages were lively little white mice.

"How many mice do we have now?" Lu Yongchang, wearing protective clothing, asked in a deep voice as he glanced at the breeding cages in front of him.

"Approximately 500,000," Mao Zhengzhi's voice came from the side. "There are also nearly 10 million mice on the way, which will be delivered in the next few days."

Lü Yongchang frowned slightly: "Not enough!"

"Ten million is too few."

"At least one hundred million are needed!"

Mao Zhengzhi was silent for a moment, then nodded and said, "I'll go apply for a transfer."

The next moment, Lü Yongchang turned to the camera beside him and said, "Zero, continue modifying the factory. I need enough space to house one hundred million mice!"

Zero's voice rang out quickly: "Yes, Professor."

"Furthermore, designate this area as a high-risk zone. If any mice escape, capture and kill them immediately!!" A ruthless glint flashed in Lü Yongchang's eyes. "If any suspicious individuals are detected, immediately notify the army; kill them without exception!"

If a leak were to occur involving hundreds of millions of mice carrying extraterrestrial life, the consequences would be unimaginable!

Although the mice only had an unknown protease, who knows if abnormal changes might occur?

If it causes mutations in the original viruses and bacteria on Earth, humans might not even survive until the moment the helium flash occurs!

……

the next day.

Representative Lee walked slowly into the large meeting space.

After finding his seat in Xia Guo's territory, he quietly sat down.

The old man stared blankly at the United Nations logo in front of him, then slowly closed his eyes.

After a long wait, the voice of the UN Secretary-General rang out.

"Now, I declare this extraordinary session of the United Nations officially open!"

Upon hearing these words, the old man suddenly opened his eyes, a glint of light flashing in his slightly cloudy eyes!

The Secretary-General's voice rang out again: "This extraordinary session of the United Nations is to address the impending solar anomaly."

"In the face of natural disasters, I hope that all countries can put aside prejudice and disputes, unite and work together to find a way out for 80 billion people."

"First, please welcome Mr. President Abbott of the United States to speak."

Seeing Albert, with his blond hair, slowly speak, the old man's eyes flashed with a hint of disdain that was hard for others to detect, and he closed his eyes again.

……

"Ladies and gentlemen, the sun is about to undergo an anomaly, and human civilization has only 15 years left."

"The United States has always been committed to finding a way out for humanity."

"Such a massive crisis cannot be resisted by a single country or region alone."

"Therefore, I appeal to all leaders to establish an Earth Human Alliance to jointly combat this natural disaster!"

Albert said with great enthusiasm.

After Abbott finished speaking, the UN Secretary-General spoke again.

"Then, let's hold a vote on this draft."

"..."

The old man slowly opened his eyes and gently pressed the voting button next to him.

More than ten minutes later.

Xia Kingdom: ×

Su Guo: √

United States:√

Jili Country: √

Gaul: √

……

Looking at the voting results in front of him, Albert's lips twitched twice.

As a permanent member of the Security Council, Xia's opposition effectively buried the draft bill.

"Congressman Lee!" Albert shouted, barely able to contain himself, "The only way for humanity to deal with this crisis is through unity. Why...?"

Representative Li slightly raised his eyelids and said softly, "The draft is too rough. What should be done about the existing national political system? Who should take the lead? How should resources be allocated?"

Albert's face stiffened, as if a sore spot had been hit.

"Well, all of that can be discussed later!"

P.S. An extra chapter...