Chapter 5, Perfect Pass
Although the research has made breakthrough progress, I believe that it is still in its infancy and has only just begun. Currently, the only results are limited to the research itself and have not yet been applied to others. Furthermore, the hypothesis of cloning humans has yet to be verified. I hope to have more resources to support my further research
"Yes, Your Excellency the President," Wang Fang bowed. "As is well known, I am a researcher in biological transmutation. In the past, I focused solely on the materials left by my predecessors. However, one day, I suddenly thought, since they are all living beings, why is there such a vast diversity of species on Earth? And among humans, why is it that there are no two completely identical individuals in the world?"
"There is no need for a transmutation circle to perform transmutation; this is yet another high-level talent that can serve as a human pillar." President King Bradley looked at Shoutaka, his heart ablaze with excitement. However, having long been accustomed to concealing his emotions, he was able to maintain a neutral expression without any visible change on his face
A pale blue light flashed by, the baseboard smooth as a mirror, everything returned to its original state, as if nothing had happened in the hall. However, the shocking scene just witnessed remained etched in the hearts of all present. As a researcher, Shaotake, despite his frail condition, was able to unleash such immense power at that moment
The hall was initially silent, then erupted with a roar as everyone looked at Wang Fang in disbelief, engaging in discussions among themselves. President Jim Bradley raised his hand to gesture for silence, and the hall instantly returned to quiet.
A concrete wall measuring 2 meters in width, 2 meters in height, and 20 centimeters in thickness appeared in the hall, while beneath Wang Fang's feet, the floor inexplicably descended by a layer. Matter cannot be created from nothing, nor can it be annihilated; it merely transforms from one form to another, with the total mass remaining unchanged. This is the law of conservation of mass. Additionally, there is the law of conservation of energy. Together, these two laws form the principle of equivalent exchange in the world of steel alchemy
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Edward decided to stay, hoping to understand Wang Fang's research, as it was all too important to him. Wang Fang said nothing, for at this moment, danger had already arrived. The Scarred Man was lurking outside. In countless cycles, due to his changes, there were many instances when the Scarred Man appeared before the final moment had come. Then, those hands of destruction pressed upon his head, leading to the destruction of the human body, and everything returned to nothingness. Therefore, to be on the safe side, it was better to keep the alchemist Edward, the short one, here at night. In countless cycles, due to his changes, there were many instances when the Scarred Man appeared before the final moment had come. Then, those hands of destruction pressed upon his head, leading to the destruction of the human body, and everything returned to nothingness. Therefore, to be on the safe side, it was better to keep the alchemist Edward, the short one, here at night.
Wang Fangshuang brought his palms together, entering a state of heightened concentration
Today's review received unanimous approval. The President also agreed to provide various resources needed for in-depth research on genetics. Everything is quite perfect, especially at the end when Wang Fang mentioned the news about the Scarred Man. The President also promised to enhance protection, with more soldiers and the few national alchemists that Wang Fang envisioned, but that is all there is to it. Everything still relies on oneself
What is the cause of all this? Therefore, I hypothesize that there is something in this world that determines all of this. This thing must exist within the human body, and I refer to this determinant of life as genes. I continued my research, attempting to validate my hypothesis, and finally discovered this entity. Subsequently, I conducted repeated experiments and comparisons, studying the differences in the genes of various organisms.
"Alchemist of the Binding Fate, I hereby announce that your qualification review has been approved. However, the research report lacks detail, and I would like to understand more about your research and its progress."
Wang Fang took a deep breath, feeling a wave of weakness wash over him, and then he vanished. However, he knew that with such a full-force strike, after throwing about ten punches, he would likely lack even the strength to move a finger.
The intense alchemical reaction instantaneously decomposed the concrete floor beneath Wang Fang's feet. This is a form of material transformation, the simplest kind of alchemy, which does not alter the substance itself but merely changes its appearance. As for the transformation of one substance into another, that involves a more profound alteration of the electronic layers, which is considerably more difficult and is not Wang Fang's forte
"Alright, the Alchemist Shoutaka of the Philosopher's Stone, please present your research findings." President King Bradley wore a benevolent expression at that moment, exuding a certain grace, truly deserving of being the foremost figure in this nation. "Don't you need to bring your alchemical tools and array?"
Central Command
The entire upper echelons of the military have already circulated the report submitted by Wang Fang. Initially, there was some skepticism, but it is now clear the value of that report.
The car gradually accelerated towards the central command, and Wang Fang withdrew his hand from the window. What he had previously said to Edward was not false. In his view, cloning using Edward's cells as a template and then severing the right hand and right foot from the clone would allow Edward's mechanical parts to be restored to their original state. As for Alphonse, that was impossible; his body had been completely taken by the door.
Today marks perhaps the most highly anticipated results review since the establishment of the military, with the President himself present. All the generals from the central command have come to witness this event. President Kim Bradley stands at the head of the table, with the generals arranged on either side according to their military ranks. At the back, Mastan and Armstrong are also present, along with several other alchemists from research-oriented nations.
What do the different points of gene research control? What would be the consequences of modifying the overall genes in the human body? What I just demonstrated is the modification of genes, resulting in the acquisition of bear-like strength, with every movement capable of exerting thousands of pounds of force, and a full-force strike can reach a strength of one ton
"All generals, stand back." Wang Fang stepped back a few paces, drew in his chest and straightened his back, exhaling forcefully as he charged towards the concrete wall. With all his strength, he struck the wall, and the immense force easily penetrated it. Wang Fang retracted his fist, and the cracks on the wall spread out in all directions. "Boom!" The wall collapsed with a thunderous sound, turning into a pile of rubble. Wang Fang brought his palms together and once again refined his energy, this time to repair the base.
This action caused the eyes of everyone present who had any understanding of alchemy, or who had participated in Edward's national alchemist examination, to focus simultaneously. Without the use of an alchemical array, merely by bringing their palms together, forming a cycle with their bodies, and constructing a formula with their minds to perform the transmutation, this was a capability that could only be exhibited by those standing at the pinnacle of alchemy, having made groundbreaking advancements in their respective fields, and having come into contact with the essence of truth.
When Edward returned home, he was still there. It seemed that the news from the afternoon had profoundly shocked him. Indeed, the journey he undertook with his brother as a State Alchemist was precisely to recover his own limbs and the body of his brother Alphonse