Chapter 7, Hibernation

The world government indeed attaches great importance to this matter. However, accomplishing this task is not as complicated as you might imagine. Based on the type of 'suspended animation,' we can eliminate deaths caused by surgical procedures, we can exclude deaths due to pre-existing medical conditions, and we can also rule out many other types of death. Thus, the number of cases that ultimately require specimen testing is likely to be less than one in a thousand. In over 99% of hospitals, it is possible that not a single case requiring testing will be encountered in a month. In this way, we can complete this task with extremely low administrative costs.

Lu Ming lowered his head, his mind racing rapidly

Nonsense, am I not myself? How could I not know who I am?

The inspection results have come out

Time slowly passes amidst Lu Ming's pain, anxiety, and longing and concern for his family

I fear that there are others who have also been abducted by such means without any awareness. Even now, this method of abduction may be taking place, and a body lying in an unknown morgue at this moment could very well be a victim just like myself

If this compound is also found in the kidney specimen of a certain corpse, then the next step would be to use this corpse as bait to conduct covert monitoring and lure out that secret organization

The state of "hibernation" currently exists only in certain animals, such as bears and some frogs. However, in the realm of science fiction, hibernation remains a timeless concept

This is unrealistic to consider

Lu Ming raised his head in shock

At this moment, upon hearing Zhang Dingshan's narration, Lu Ming felt a sense of science fiction coming to life in reality

Zhang Dingshan smiled slightly, while He Wei's eyes revealed a hint of surprise, seemingly astonished that Lu Ming could think of this solution

Wait! Perhaps we can ... ...

The uncertainty and fear about the future, the longing and concern for loved ones, the nostalgia for a normal life, and so on; if it were not for his relatively strong psychological resilience, he would have likely been overwhelmed long ago

Lu Ming raised this question

Before he finished speaking, Lu Ming closed his mouth by himself

Professor Shi Guofu has already found that type of compound, hasn't he? Next, we can completely conduct a kidney specimen investigation on the recent deceased to see if we can find traces of this compound again

At last, one day, Lu Ming once again saw the figure of Zhang Dingshan in the video footage

The concept of putting humans into a hibernation state through a certain method, freezing time and age, in order to traverse the long journey of interstellar travel, is a commonly used idea in science fiction works. Lu Ming, as a part-time science fiction writer, is certainly well-versed in this concept

Next, let's wait and see if there are any more victims appearing

Lu Ming sighed: "This method is probably not feasible. My thought is that I am likely not the only one facing such circumstances... However, the number of deaths is too high to investigate thoroughly."

At this point, the modus operandi of that secret organization can basically be confirmed

Zhang Dingshan continued, "First, this drug will induce a state similar to death, putting you into a hibernation-like condition. Then, in collaboration with the crematorium, at the final moment of cremation, we will switch you out and steal your 'remains.' Thus, this kidnapping operation will be completed without anyone noticing, without any awareness, and without anyone paying attention."

Yet perhaps it is precisely for this reason that Lu Ming's thoughts began to move faster than ever before. Suddenly, an inspiration sprang forth.

You are quite clever

During this period, he has been enduring immense pressure. This pressure does not solely stem from physical aspects such as house arrest and numerous highly painful examinations, but also from mental dimensions.

This is the relevant examination materials and report. Zhang Dingshan stated: "After a thorough examination, Professor Shi discovered trace amounts of a certain complex compound in your renal biopsy. It is speculated, based on simulations, that this is likely a primary component of a certain composite drug. In biological experiments, Professor Shi found that this substance can cause cellular entities to enter a state akin to 'death' or hibernation. Therefore, Professor Shi believes that your previous state of apparent death has at least an 80% probability of being due to the ingestion of this substance, which led to your body entering a 'hibernation' state, with the external manifestation being death.

Your thinking has not yet transformed. He Wei pointed to her head and said: You must understand that you are not fighting alone; behind you is an entire civilization

Regarding the investigation of the explosion site, apart from the confirmed explosion caused by high-speed impact, there have been no other findings for the time being. Your investigation has also reached a dead end due to the assassination of the pyrotechnician

However, thinking that this at least rules out the possibility of being a "copy", Lu Ming felt a slight sense of relief in his heart

Lu Ming fell into silence

The book "Can and * Picture * Book" tells the story of Lu Ming, who, due to an accident—most likely an accident—has come back to life and has once again entered the human world

Originally, He Wei thought that she would have to wait for a while to see any results. However, she did not expect that after sorting out various relationships and sending the first batch of specimens to the designated laboratory for testing, the results would emerge.

As of now, only a small part of the entire matter has been clarified. More of the truth remains shrouded in mystery

At the same time, he is aware that in the real world, numerous top scientists are conducting research in this field. Although there is still a long way to go before achieving true human hibernation, certain results have been attained.

Lu Ming murmured: "Before I fell ill, who did I come into contact with, and who might have drugged me? Has this been investigated? Did that cremator exhibit any unusual behavior beforehand, who did he come into contact with, and who are the suspects? Has this been investigated?"

Lu Ming said with a bitter smile, "I did not expect that the World Government would take this matter so seriously"

He did not expect that Zhang Dingshan's ambitions were so grand

Share your thoughts

Lu Ming let out a gentle sigh

Lu Ming self-deprecatingly remarked, "I am a part-time science fiction writer, and my imagination is always quite expansive"

After all, in a certain sense, a clone may also have the possibility of possessing memories that are completely identical to those of the original body. The statement "I know that I am Lu Ming" does not truly confirm that one is indeed the original Lu Ming

There are indeed still victims...

Facing Zhang Dingshan and He Wei, Professor Shi Guofu, who had been summoned once again, spoke with great seriousness: "Specimen No. 815 has detected the same compounds found in Lu Ming. I have reason to suspect that the owner of Specimen No. 815 is currently in a state of apparent death. Here are the relevant testing materials, and here are the signatures from all parties involved in the cross-examination"

For instance, Lu Ming's resurrection is not an accidental event. For instance, Lu Ming is truly not a monster, not an alien, but a genuine human being. ... For instance ...

He Wei could not help but have this thought in her mind. She knew that with the emergence of the second victim, many of the previous speculations could now be overturned and denied.

I suspect this is a public health incident said Shi Guofu, his face full of concern Currently, it is still uncertain what causes this condition, whether it is a new type of virus, or whether it is contagious, etc. However, I believe it should be taken seriously and it is best to report it to the Ministry of Health for investigation. It would be disastrous if it were to become a widespread epidemic

The upcoming investigation can certainly start from this point

When Lu Ming first thought of this plan, he felt a surge of excitement. However, he quickly realized that this plan might not hold any practical significance

With so many people in the world, the daily death toll likely reaches hundreds of thousands. For so many individuals, it is all in search of a compound that may or may not exist, and even if it does, the average would probably be less than one per day among the kidney specimens containing such compounds.

Some dying billionaires even choose to take a gamble at the end of their lives, opting to "freeze" themselves in the hope that advancements in technology will one day enable them to be revived.

He Wei cast a dissatisfied glance at Lu Ming, seemingly feeling offended: "What you mentioned is merely basic operations. We have already looked into these matters long ago. The reason we haven't mentioned it is that we did not find anything of value wwwhetushu .com .com."

But... what merit or capability do I possess that has compelled that secret organization to resort to using advanced drugs that surpass human technology against me

Zhang Dingshan's response left Lu Ming somewhat disappointed

It is regrettable that we currently do not have any promising avenues for investigation.

Zhang Dingshan was unable to alleviate Shi Guofu's concerns with facts. He simply said, "Rest assured, we will handle this matter and ensure it is dealt with properly"

So... ? ... How should we proceed next ? In which direction should we investigate ?

This statement was only muttered in my heart, as I dared not speak it out loud

Zhang Dingshan said: "Originally, I did not intend to inform you of our next investigative direction, but since you have figured it out yourself, there is no harm in telling you. Indeed, we plan to conduct an investigation into the deceased population. We have already contacted three laboratories capable of conducting such specimen testing, and we are in the process of coordinating with millions of hospitals worldwide. We will soon be able to truly commence the investigation"

Many, many

The inspiration he recalled was that in this world, there are likely others who have experienced similar encounters, not just himself

Zhang Dingshan spoke to Lu Ming in a serious tone, saying, "Although the results cannot be confirmed with absolute certainty, Professor Shi is at least eighty percent confident that you were in a state of false death. You are indeed Lu Ming."

From that moment on, in a social sense, Lu Ming had already died. What remained in the hearts of all who knew him was only the past appearance and impression, which would no longer be updated

The owner of specimen number 815 is a 36-year-old young man. His address is Heilong City, and the time of death was 39 hours ago

The development of events was somewhat beyond the expectations of Zhang Dingshan and He Wei