Chapter 10: Monsters
"Major, do not be agitated, these are merely specimens." Xu Feng pressed down on John's handgun, stepped into the hall, and glanced at the specimen's head, which had been shattered by John. He shook his head helplessly
After seeing off John, Xu Feng arrived at another single room on the underground second floor. This room was equally spacious and bright, furnished luxuriously, and equipped with all necessary living facilities, resembling a reception room at home
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Of course, please come this way. Before your warrior arrives, I think we should discuss the next action plan.
Xu Feng followed John to the innermost part of the laboratory
John looked at these shocking monsters, and he could hardly imagine how terrifying a tiger that could climb trees would be. Now he understood why Xu Feng wanted to establish a laboratory on this ungoverned island: "Once these monsters enter the natural world, they will undoubtedly alter the structure of the food chain and disrupt the balance of the entire ecosystem"
Among these, some are products of genetic grafting, while others are products of organ transplantation... This is also a result we have achieved over the past five years. Xu Feng introduced to John: "However, they are all failed products, preserved here as specimens, but they have made an indelible contribution to the research on genetic grafting and transformation between different species. In the minds of ordinary people, this is absolutely impossible; the genetic combinations between different animals are completely different. Yes, but through genetic engineering technology, this is entirely possible. We—Yamei—are at the forefront of global genetic technology. We possess the largest gene bank in the world, including genes from extinct and endangered animals. We have even found some genetic fragments of animals that went extinct in the Middle Ages. Once the opportunity arises, we will resurrect them. For us, Mr. John, Jurassic Park is merely a matter of time.
My objective is to identify the genetic defects inherent in each species through gene grafting technology, thereby facilitating genetic improvement and complementary advantages. Genetic engineering technology requires a substantial amount of experimentation as the foundation for research
After speaking, Xu Feng smiled and took out a black object about the size of a box of playing cards, handing it to John. "This hard drive contains the information that the boss of the regiment needs. Considering what you have seen and heard here, I believe that after he reviews it, he will be filled with confidence in our cooperation"
After leaving the laboratory, Xu Feng took John to the restaurant
I will take a look at the progress of the experiment Xu Feng said in a low voice with a sullen expression
Xu Feng smiled slightly: "Mr. John, this is our early achievement, a product of gene grafting technology. We call it the 'Orangutan Tiger,' which is a hybrid cultivated from the genes of a tiger and an orangutan. Unfortunately, it only survived for less than a year due to immature technology and poor gene fusion effects, which led to complications. It died from physical weakness. It was quite formidable, able to climb trees, move swiftly, roar like a tiger, and hunt prey."
If stable and viable individuals can be cultivated, the scientific value is incalculable Xu Feng did not hide his pride
The entire hall was truly filled with monsters, wolves with bat wings, monkeys covered in fish scales, and giant pythons with crocodile heads
The first step of the experiment has been completed, and we are ready to enter the second phase, but there is a shortage of experimental materials..." Roer said softly, looking at Xu Feng
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Well, you are partially correct. However, this is not my ultimate goal. Although cloned organs do not have rejection reactions, and the unlimited replacement of organs can indeed achieve the purpose of extending life, any organ transplant is a major surgery that carries risks for anyone. Continuously undergoing such risky treatments can also cause significant damage to the human body. If a person's physical condition allows for unlimited organ transplants, then theoretically, it is indeed possible to indirectly achieve the goal of longevity. However, this is merely a theoretical perspective and has not been realized in practical situations. The biggest bottleneck we encounter is the inability to find suitable candidates for this research, because, from any angle, conducting experiments on living humans is illegal. Therefore, we can only seek critically ill volunteers to conduct this experiment, but unfortunately, such patients are extremely rare. At the same time, we are also conducting allogeneic organ transplants to test the efficacy and durability of anti-rejection drugs. It is gratifying that we have already achieved substantial results in this area.
How is this... possible? Clearly, John could not accept everything before him; these things completely overturned everything in his established thought patterns. In his view, these were simply impossible.
It is my honor, but I would like my soldiers to participate as well, for they are the brothers with whom I have shared life and death
Oh my, so many! John shifted his attention to the other specimens in the hall, astonished and speechless.
I would like to invite the major to have dinner with me, if that is acceptable? Xu Feng looked at John very gentlemanly
Upon seeing Xu Feng enter the hall, an elderly man with graying hair and glasses approached him, saying: "Mr. Xu, what brings you here? Wasn't our discussion scheduled for the evening?"
John fell silent. "Mr. Xu, you are quite terrifying. If these things were to escape, it would be a disaster..."
Professor Roer, do we still lack materials? We need to be quick; the experiment is proceeding without regard to cost. I need to ensure absolute safety; if something goes wrong, you should know the consequences. Xu Feng sat on the sofa with a grim expression: Time is running out, and my patience is limited. I hope you can provide me with a satisfactory result soon.
I apologize, Major John, but I am currently unable to explain to you why I established my laboratory on this island, as it pertains to some core secrets of our organization
A vast specimen room appeared before John
The specimen is quite peculiar, resembling an upright gorilla, standing approximately 180 cm tall, yet covered all over with yellow and white fur. It has a pair of pointed ears on its head, and its slightly curved fingers bear sharp, backward-facing hooks, while behind it is a long tiger-like tail
John shrugged, not angry: "So Mr. Xu, are you saying that the immortality you mentioned is about using your cloning organ technology to save the lives of terminally ill patients in need of organ transplants?"
This is our storage area for experimental materials and the specimen room, where you will encounter some astonishing things. We refer to this place as the Monster Palace. As he spoke, Xu Feng entered a set of codes on the controller on the wall to open the door
After hearing Xu Feng's words, Luo Er felt a tightness in his heart as he thought of Cole, who had been thrown into the crocodile pool during the day: "Yes, what we lack now is experimental time. To ensure that everything is foolproof, we can only conduct more experiments to observe the postoperative effects. The key issue is that our neurosurgeon Lev acts too recklessly and wildly, making it difficult to trust him, while the newly arrived Liang Jianguo refuses to cooperate..."
Hmph... he has no choice but to cooperate; I will handle these matters myself.
"What kind of monster is this..." John said suspiciously as he sheathed his weapon and approached a massive specimen
John circled around the creature, looking at Xu Feng with a strange expression: "How did you combine a tiger and a gorilla? How does it look like they grew up together?"
Ah... John exclaimed in surprise, quickly drawing his pistol and firing a shot directly at the center of the hall, for he had seen a gigantic monster glaring at him menacingly straight ahead