"Big brother!" Kuroko immediately greeted his older brother as he appeared on a bench in the street. "You've been gone for too long."
"Really?" Wuyue smiled slightly and patted her head. "The place that sells crepes is a bit far; you have to cross that street." As she spoke, she handed the food in her hand to the other person.
Awoo.
Like a little hamster, Kuroko took a bite of the crepe, a happy smile spreading across her face.
"Let's go, we should go back." Wuyue took her small hand, and the two slowly stepped into the crowd.
Main text 638 Laboratory
As the sun dipped low, it left a final golden glow over Academy City.
District 18, Special Cases Research Institute.
Wuyue, brought in by the Dark Guard, surveyed her surroundings: dim LED lights, bustling researchers, and the deafening hum of machinery—these formed the overall layout of the research institute.
In this dark environment, if you stay for too long, even a normal person would probably turn into a lunatic.
Filled with malicious intent, Wu Yue's eyes suddenly lit up. A bright and spacious office came into view.
"You're Shirai Mugetsu?" A woman, also dressed in a white lab coat but exuding a captivating charm, approached slowly. Her long blue hair was styled in a bun, and she wore frameless glasses, giving her an intellectual air. "My name is Aragaki Chizuru, and I'm in charge here."
The introduction was very formal, seemingly treating Wuyue as an equal, not as a minor. However, Wuyue clearly saw a hint of contempt in the other person's eyes.
Interesting, do you look down on me?
Wu Yue smiled inwardly. He certainly didn't care. The woman before him was like an ant to him; would you care about an ant's opinion of you? However, she was still useful to him for now. Therefore, he wasn't in a hurry to crush this ant.
Just as Wuyue was thinking this, a system notification suddenly sounded. "Make your choice, dear host."
First, eldest sister, let's be honest with each other and step into a new world.
Second, big sister, your thong is cute, but it seems a bit small.
It's happening again, it's happening again...
Wu Yue sighed. However, he was equally curious. Was this woman wearing a thong? And it seemed a bit small—what was that all about?
Driven by intense curiosity, he couldn't help but activate his X-ray vision. What came into view was a blue and white expanse. White soil, covered with fragrant blue grass.
stunned.
In an instant, Wu Yue froze. What the hell?! It wasn't so much that it was a little small, but rather that she wasn't wearing anything at all! Just a single string tied around her lower abdomen. And then, another string extended down. It could be said to form a "T" shape. But it wasn't even meant to be worn as underwear! Are researchers these days so open-minded?
These thoughts only flashed through Wu Yue's mind for a moment. On the surface, however, he said nonchalantly, "It's nice to meet you. Big sister, your thong is cute, but it seems a little small."
Thong?!
Chizuru Aragaki paused, a look of astonishment crossing her face. "You... can see right through my skin?"
"Although you seem to be wearing some anti-detection clothing, it's useless to me," Wuyue said without changing her expression.
"Is that so?" Chizuru Aragaki raised an eyebrow and said, "It seems that my evaluation of you needs to be raised a few levels. Muzuki-kun, you don't seem to be just a simple level 3, do you?"
"Sakaguchi Elementary School only has level 3 testing equipment," Muzuki said calmly.
“Indeed.” Chizuru Aragaki nodded in agreement. “Under normal circumstances, probably no one would have thought that an elementary school student who had only recently awakened his ability could break through the level 3 limit.”
That's right. In the eyes of all researchers, level 3 is a threshold. Only those with great abilities or superpowers beyond level 3 can be considered truly valuable for research. Those at level 3 and below are mostly considered useless.
Looking at Mugetsu, Chizuru Aragaki's gaze had become somewhat intense. If the other party had indeed broken through to level 3, it would be a significant help to her plan. But before that, she needed to get him on board.
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As someone she could manipulate, Chizuru Aragaki was always very tolerant. Not only did she not mind that he had seen through her body so quickly, but she even smiled slightly. "Mutsuki-kun, cooperate with us. I know very well that your ability isn't just about seeing through the surface of things, right?"
"Although some researchers have blocked information about your tests, my intelligence network is beyond their comprehension. In addition to possessing the ability to see through disguises, you also have the vision to magnify and observe certain special substances. Am I right?"
"You want to use a human microscope like mine?" Wu Yue guessed the other party's intention in an instant and said calmly, "Indeed, I can magnify complete cells infinitely for observation. At the same time, I can also detect the other party's gene sequence."
“Very good.” Chizuru Aragaki’s smile widened. This little guy was not only an ability user with special powers, but also a genius whose intelligence far surpassed that of ordinary people. With his help, her research would likely be much more convenient and efficient. “So, would you be willing to be my assistant, Muzuki-kun?”
"What benefits would I receive?" Wuyue asked calmly.
“I can grant you access to this lab,” Chizuru Aragaki smiled slightly, seemingly confident. “You can use any of its resources. And, as long as you work for me here for ten years, I will recommend you for a prestigious computer science academy.”
Changdian University! It can be said to be the birthplace and cradle of geniuses in Academy City. Every student who graduates from Changdian University will become a pillar of society! This is common knowledge.
But Wuyue didn't care about any of that. She shrugged nonchalantly and said, "Let's get down to business. How much do I get paid each day? By the way, I want it paid daily."
Text 639: About People with Special Abilities
Ultimately, Muzuki and Chizuru Aragaki reached an agreement. Muzuki became a contracted assistant at the "Special Research Institute" for 100,000 yen per day. She also gained certain privileges within the research lab, even being able to independently research or develop specific projects.
For other researchers, this was a dream come true. The money itself wasn't much, of course, but the privileges of the research lab were something every researcher desired. After all, it meant success and recognition, and more importantly, it represented their ideals and dreams.
However, before officially starting his work, Wuyue first needs to undergo specific laboratory tests to arrive at the final conclusion regarding his super vision.
Ten minutes later.
"July 17th!" Aragaki Chizuru, her face beaming with surprise, looked at Mugetsu as if she had discovered some enormous treasure trove. "Unexpected! Your ability is almost at level 5!"
Her vision could penetrate fifteen meters of insulating material and image the perfect structure of cell walls, cell nuclei, and gene sequences. This was far beyond Chizuru Aragaki's expectations.
"It's alright," Wu Yue shrugged. In truth, what he was showing was just what the other party wanted to see.
Level 5 is nothing. If he wanted, he could even see a person's death line with those eyes. That's already divine power capable of glimpsing the river of fate!
In layman's terms, its fully activated super vision is not much worse than the "Mystic Eyes of Death Perception" in the Type-Moon universe.
"Let's go, I'll introduce you to that guy first." Chizuru Aragaki waved her hand, unperturbed by the other's coldness. "Just so you know, he's a very shy kid. Don't mind if he ignores you."
"You seem quite concerned about that child?" Wuyue raised an eyebrow. She followed Aragaki Chizuru into a passageway, which was clearly different from the rest of the laboratory.
There are six layers of access control here. Not only are each checkpoint equipped with infrared cameras and laser beams, but they also have fingerprint, retinal, and voice-activated password settings, which gives you an idea of the importance behind it.
"Concerned?" Chizuru Aragaki's lips curled into a wicked smile. "Of course I care. That guy is my masterpiece. If he can be completed, the entire Academy City will be turned upside down."
"I see, the highest-grade lab rats, huh?" Wuyue nodded, indicating her understanding.
“That’s right, exactly.” Chizuru Aragaki smiled slightly, her gaze fixed intently on Mugetsu. “Mugetsu-kun’s analytical abilities truly amaze me. I originally thought that a child your age couldn’t comprehend real research. I never expected you to grasp the essence so quickly! You’re a born researcher!”
"What are ability users? They're not heroes, they're experimental subjects!" At this point, Chizuru Aragaki's eyes blazed with fervor. "To contribute their power for the evolution of all humanity—no! For the evolution of the entire universe…that's their mission."
These are astonishing remarks. If other ability users heard these words, they would certainly find them unacceptable. After all, they came here with dreams, only to be studied in the end?
This was more than just a blow; it could make one question the meaning of life. But Mugetsu remained unmoved, simply gazing calmly at Aragaki Chizuru.
“Of course, Muzuki-kun is different.” As if sensing his gaze, Aragaki Chizuru smiled. “You are not an ordinary ability user, but a pioneer! You will be my partner, let’s change this world together.”
It's just like a pyramid scheme.
Wu Yue inwardly scoffed, but had to admit that the other party had indeed given him some inspiration: "Transforming the world? That sounds quite interesting."
“Of course.” Chizuru Aragaki smiled broadly. She was very satisfied with Mugetsu’s reaction; she felt that her impromptu speech had completely fooled this extraordinary boy.
As they spoke, the two continued forward without stopping. After exiting the passage, a vast space appeared before them. Incandescent white and pale blue light intertwined, and glass-like culture tanks came into Wuyue's view.
Most of the culture tanks were empty. Only the first row, the last column, contained some kind of organism. Upon closer inspection, it was a person. It should be a young girl. Her hair was light blue, and her body was curled up in the culture tank, making her face and physical features indistinct.
"Hmm, is this a research subject?" Wuyue sensed a faint life force emanating from the girl in the culture tank. She could also see a scar running down her neck. She was still alive. But if this continued, she was likely not far from death.
"That's just a piece of trash." Chizuru Aragaki glanced at her, her face full of disdain. "Even though 02 has no ability whatsoever, she still wants to take over more resources. That attitude is just a warning to her."
"Is that so?" Wuyue nodded, showing no discomfort or anger on her face. "If this continues, she probably won't live much longer. If you want this warning to continue, hand her over to me."
"Oh? You can keep her alive?" A meaningful look appeared on Chizuru Aragaki's face.
"Let's give it a try. Maybe she'll die even faster," Wuyue said ambiguously. At that moment, the inner door of the laboratory opened. A silver-haired girl came into view.
Chapter 640: Accelerator!
This silver-haired fellow possessed skin as white as mutton-fat jade. He was very thin, appearing malnourished. His dark red pupils revealed a deep weariness.
I have a feeling this girl has been completely drained; it's really perverted to do that to such a young girl. But is she really a girl?
Thinking this, Wuyue suddenly felt a little uncertain. Moreover, he had a faint urge to determine the other person's gender. Of course, although he had this urge, he wasn't about to act on it. Until, a certain damn system suddenly issued a task.
Make your choice, dear host.
First, use super vision to determine the other person's gender.
Second, use your own body's sense of touch to determine the other person's gender.
I knew it!
Wu Yue sighed inwardly. Having gradually become immune to the toxicity of this dog system, he was naturally prepared. He certainly wouldn't touch such a thing with his body. So, he could only force himself to endure it.
Hopefully, it's not a man.
Taking a deep breath, Wuyue's mind raced with calculations. But unexpectedly, her level 4 power had absolutely no effect on her opponent. Instead, it alerted them.
"What are you doing?" The girl asked, her voice tinged with annoyance as she squinted.
However, her voice was quite pleasant, which confirmed Wuyue's suspicions about her gender. Aside from her gender, she even confirmed her identity.
To be able to block a level 4 X-ray vision so easily, and seemingly even passively at that, is something only one person in the entire Academy City can do: Accelerator.
In the original A Certain Magical Index manga, Accelerator's gender has always been ambiguous. Even in occasional descriptions, he is described as a "boy," making it unexpected that he is actually a girl.
However, even though he has now confirmed the other person's gender, the system's task is still not complete. So, even if he doesn't want to, there are still some things he has to do.
Sorry!
A faint sense of guilt welled up inside him, and Wu Yue immediately pushed his mental processing power to its limit. A sudden, shimmering white light flashed in his eyes, disappearing in an instant.
I saw it...
The flat airport-like expanse, without even the slightest bulge. A seamless plain stretching straight to the lower abdomen. Then, lush green grass, the same color as her hair. And then, a shallow cleavage. Hmm, quite cute.
"Congratulations, host, for completing the selection. You are rewarded with ten years of cultivation in all aspects, ten years of the dragon race's growth cycle, and ten points of divinity."
The mission was complete, and Wuyue breathed a sigh of relief. Across from him, Accelerator frowned and said, "That kind of power... you can see into my body?"
"Hmm?" Chizuru Aragaki also cast a questioning glance at him.
"I was just a little curious." Even after being caught red-handed, Wuyue showed no embarrassment whatsoever. Her skin was as thick as a city wall. "You need to eat more to replenish your nutrition; you're too thin."
"Hmph!" Accelerator clearly had a bad impression of him, scoffing coldly, "My affairs are none of your concern." He then turned his gaze to Chizuru Aragaki. "Who is this wretched brat?"
“He’s our new partner,” Chizuru Aragaki said with a smile. “You two should get along well, Yuriko.”
So her name really is Yuriko?
Muzuki nodded secretly. At this moment, Yuriko was taken aback, then snorted coldly, "I don't need such boring things as companions."
Tsk. This girl is really aloof. No, should I say tsundere?
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