Chapter 50 Genetic Humans
Qingyu was visibly much happier after receiving Han Shuo's consent.
"Don't worry, it won't be like you think. You mean something different to us. Once we get to the meeting point, we absolutely won't restrict your freedom," Qingyu promised Han Shuo.
"Alright, Brother Qingyu, although I'm used to going alone, the situation is getting more and more complicated now. In order to survive, I will definitely go!"
By saying this, Han Shuo had accomplished half of the mission. After all, they couldn't stay at the farm for long; once the zombies swarmed in, they had to evacuate.
Next, Han Shuo planned to stay at the gathering point with Qing Yu for two days, after which he would say goodbye temporarily because he had to bring Fatty and Li Shurou over.
If everything goes smoothly and the three of them return successfully, they will most likely be working with Qingyu and the others for an extended period of time!
This can be considered a backup plan, a source of support.
It's still better than Han Shuo and his two companions wandering aimlessly. They might die out there any day.
"Young man Han Shuo, you like using knives?"
Qingyu had already noticed the Tang sword at Han Shuo's waist; he had seen Han Shuo use it before when he cut off the head of the Linghui zombie.
"Yes, I've liked it since I was a child. To be honest, I'm actually more comfortable using a knife than a gun," Han Shuo explained simply.
"Haha, maybe I'll have a chance to learn from you sometime? There aren't many people who can use cold weapons well these days," Qingyu joked.
Seeing Qingyu say this, Han Shuo quickly seized the opportunity to continue the conversation.
"Dude, stop messing around. I saw what you were like in the horde of zombies this morning. By the way, buddy, you must have broken through the limits of human endurance, right?"
"Huh? You even know about the limits of the human body?" Qingyu smiled thoughtfully at Han Shuo.
You may have heard of this term, but few people truly understand its specific limits.
Only those who train to the extreme can reach this level and personally experience the condition of their own body.
Just like in previous Olympics, those records that hadn't been broken for decades were because the record holders had reached the limits of human potential in that event, and these were records that couldn't be surpassed by continuing to train.
Because the human body's structure is confined to this range.
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"I know a little bit, haha, don't take it to heart, I was just asking casually."
Han Shuo feigned embarrassment and smiled. Over the years, Han Shuo had never heard of any successful progress in scientific research that pushed the limits of the human body, which must have been an extremely closely guarded secret.
Although Han Shuo had saved them before, he didn't fully understand Qing Yu's personality, and he didn't want Qing Yu to think that he had other intentions in saving them.
If his purpose was too obvious, it might make Qingyu wary, so he tactfully maneuvered.
Because he knew that after he said that, Qingyu would definitely tell him...
Sure enough, Qingyu thought for a while and then spoke.
"Actually, it's not that this is something I can't tell you. It's a secret to everyone outside, but it's not a secret to you, brother. I'll tell you everything you want to know!"
"Outside?" Han Shuo instantly noticed another important word in his mind: Qing Yu referred to them, the survivors, as "outside"?
If there's an outside, there must be an inside. Through quick thinking, Han Shuo came to a conclusion.
It's not safe outside, but it should be safe inside! And Qingyu and the others, including Captain Wang whom we met that day, must have come from inside.
As for where exactly it was, Han Shuo didn't think about it any further; he needed to figure out the 'superhuman' issue first.
"Since you're so generous, brother, I won't hide it from you. There are indeed some things I don't understand that I need your explanation, Brother Qingyu."
Han Shuo went straight to the point this time and continued.
"I want to know how to break through the limits of the human body and become a 'superhuman' like you!"
Now that the topic has come up, Han Shuo has become serious. This is no longer the time to be tactful.
If you are always polite and tactful, others will think you don't take it seriously and just brush it off.
"Superhuman? That's a pretty good term, um... well, it's hard to explain in just a few words."
Qingyu pondered for a moment, as if organizing her thoughts. Han Shuo did not disturb her and waited quietly.
About half a minute later, Qingyu spoke.
Before answering your question, let me tell you about our situation first, so you can understand it better.
"good!"
"As you probably guessed, young man, we are different from the other survivors. Simply put, we come from a place called the Underground Research Institute."
"An underground research institute?" Han Shuo had never heard of such a place before.
“Yes, that place is actually the country’s biggest secret. It was built ten years ago and has never been made public,” Qingyu continued.
"The reason for establishing the underground research institute is mainly to develop some extremely secretive projects. Most of the people there are top-notch researchers, and another part consists of elites like us selected from the military, who are responsible for ensuring their safety."
Han Shuo nodded. Just the name "underground research institute" alone could evoke a lot of thoughts.
"And among them, the most important project is called: genetic modification!"
Han Shuo knew, here comes the important part!
"It means creating stronger humans through the combination of various genes, which can also be considered a weapon."
"They have been studying human genes for a long time, but the progress has not been very optimistic, so they have gradually transferred them to other species on Earth."
"The genes of each species have their own unique characteristics. After continuous analysis and experimentation, we finally completed the fusion with human genes two years ago."
"After successfully fusing with the genes of other organisms, the human body's potential will be fully unleashed, breaking through its shackles and thus evolving, gaining power beyond the limits, which is what you call a 'superhuman,' but its real name should be a genetic human."
"After the project was successful, human trials began in batches. I was honored to be selected and successfully modified in the following batches, breaking through the limits of the human body. In the next few evolutions, I gained even more powerful strength and officially became a member of the genetically modified human race."
At this point, Han Shuo already had a general idea of what was going on.
"However, what was unexpected was that the disaster struck two months ago. A thick fog descended, the Ice Crystal Virus infected almost all of humanity, and zombies roamed freely."
"Therefore, in order to find more survivors and supplies, the underground research institute sent out some genetically modified humans to carry out rescue operations."
Qingyu made no attempt to hide anything. Although these things were considered secrets before, in the current situation outside, survival was the most important thing, and those rules and regulations had long since disappeared.
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