Chapter 620

Chapter 620: Pill and Medicine

Zhou Liao in the United States, Jingdu City

Zhou Bang was watching TV, and the program was about the military parade of Zhou Liao United States. It was the year 6032 in the Xia calendar, 120 years since the victory of World War II.

Twenty years ago, there was also a grand military parade, but this year’s parade was even bigger. Not only Zhou Liao, but also countries like Qingyun and Huaxia were holding their own military parades.

Many years have passed since the end of World War II, and the world has been peaceful for many years. The economy has also developed for many years. Some countries have strengthened their economic power and now feel they can challenge the status of Alliance Three Countries. So, this military parade is to show off their strength.

Various new weapons were showcased, such as new tanks, new fighter jets, and new types of weapons, one after another.

Some journalists intentionally focused their cameras on the faces of envoys from other major countries. It was clear that their expressions were grim. Over the years, they had worked hard to narrow the gap between themselves.

They had thought they were getting closer, but it turned out they were still far behind. The gap was bigger than they had realized.

"These powers must be from immortals."

Zhou Bang sighed softly to himself. He recognized the value of these powerful weapons. Low-level cultivators would have little chance against the current technology of ordinary people.

Of course, without actual combat, no one knew for sure.

"Mr. Zhou, Professor Yang is inviting you to the laboratory."

Shortly after, a researcher walked over to Zhou Bang and said something. Zhou Bang nodded and quickly got up to leave.

He had been awake for seven years, always maintaining a learning attitude. Now, he is a researcher at a national research center led by Zhou Liao, focusing on biomedicine.

His research team was formed to support him, as he used to be an outstanding young alchemist of the Wangxian Sect.

Zhou Bang didn’t want to be an insignificant person. He had his own plans and ambitions, so two years ago, he proposed a deeper collaboration with Zhou Liao.

"Mr. Zhou"

"Professor Yang"

In the laboratory, an old professor with white hair greeted Zhou Bang warmly. Zhou Bang responded enthusiastically. The old professor was the chief expert in their research room, a talented person whom Zhou Bang admired greatly.

"Mr. Zhou, based on your previous prescription, we have developed a new medicine for treating injuries, both internal and external. It is very effective. Once the product is launched, you will receive a five percent share. Congratulations, Mr. Zhou, you are about to become a millionaire."

Professor Yang told Zhou Bang that their group was set up around him, focusing on the alchemy knowledge in his mind.

After more than two years of research, they have fully mastered several alchemy techniques, not to create elixirs, but more scientific and advanced potions.

Now they are discussing the third elixir formula that Zhou Bang presented. The previous two were successful, but could not be mass-produced due to high production costs, only available for the wealthy to use. However, this also made Zhou Bang famous among the elite once again, as the previous elixirs were about health preservation, and the wealthy users were very satisfied.

"Wealth is just worldly possessions, Professor Yang. I notice you have been looking younger recently, must have used the rejuvenation elixir."

"Yes, I feel full of energy lately. Alchemy is truly amazing."

"It’s a pity that there’s no spiritual energy in the world. Otherwise, finding elixirs could easily restore your youth."

Zhou Bang mentioned that without spiritual energy, various exotic elixirs could not be found. He recalled that almost all the elixir formulas he knew could not be used because the ingredients could not be obtained.

This statement made Professor Yang uncomfortable. At his position, he didn’t lack wealth or power, he simply wanted to be healthy and live longer.

In the past, he could let go, but now there were clear opportunities right in front of him, yet he couldn’t achieve anything. It was too distressing.

Zhou Bang didn’t say anything, just smiled lightly. It was intentional, to show Zhou Liao’s people that he was useful. They would only value him if he could bring them benefits.

Zhou Bang didn’t say anything more, but carefully looked at the experimental data. Despite not waking up for many years, his research level was not weak, and he could be ranked as above average in this laboratory.

"There are indeed no issues. The potions for internal and external injuries are perfect. The only problem is the need for mass production, which requires a large quantity of materials that are hard to find."

"That’s not our concern. Others will worry about it. Zhou Bang, come with me."

Professor Yang nodded, then the two entered Professor Yang’s office. Professor Yang closed the door and took out a confidential document from the safe.

"Zhou Bang, this is a top-secret document from the Qingyun side. Take a look."

"Professor Yang, am I allowed to see this?"

"It’s already authorized. Just have a look."

"Okay."

Zhou Bang nodded and then started looking through the documents, his expression turning serious.

"So the rumors about the biochem warriors from Qingyun are true."

"Yes, I heard about it before, but after reading this document, I found out that Qingyun has been researching genetic elixirs for many years. In recent years, they have been successful in cultivating a batch of biochem warriors, possessing strength equivalent to that of innate martial artists. They are used in special forces and high-level defense work. The special forces have been in actual combat and are quite formidable."

Professor Yang mentioned that Qingyun’s biochem special forces had engaged in actual combat two years ago, where a team of twelve annihilated hundreds of elite enemy soldiers, displaying very strong effectiveness.

"But they still can’t compare to the special forces composed solely of martial artists."

"Indeed, they cannot. However, their cultivation process is simpler, done in batches. It’s very difficult for martial artists to reach the innate level. Can it be achieved easily?"

Professor Yang explained that every country has a highly elite force composed of pure martial artists, which is stronger than Qingyun’s biochem special forces. However, such forces are extremely rare. Even in a powerful country like Zhou Liao, there are only a few small teams, making mass production impossible.

But following Qingyun’s trajectory, they can mass-produce from regular special forces, which holds a different significance.

"Professor Yang, is there something you want me to do?"

"Yes, though the world may seem peaceful on the surface, there are actually stormy waters brewing beneath. The Alliance of Three Countries must constantly exploit other nations to maintain their position. How can other countries allow themselves to be exploited? Various conflicts and struggles are constantly emerging. This genetic medicine is a crucial part of this fight. Just imagine, if a country goes to war with the Azure Cloud, and all they have are biochemical soldiers who can carry heavy artillery by themselves, what a scene that would be."

"The end of ordinary people"

"Exactly, if the Azure Cloud has it, we must have it too. Now, all the countries in the Alliance of Three Countries must excel in their own fields."

"Professor Yang, about Huaxia…"

"Huaxia has long infiltrated into the Azure Cloud, they got their hands on it years ago. The Azure Cloud was furious but couldn’t do anything about it."

Professor Yang said. Who says that Huaxia is the boss? We can’t fight over this small matter. So Qingyun also admitted defeat.

"Professor Yang, forgive me for being blunt, but Qingyun’s research direction may not be quite right."

"Oh, please explain."

"I just reviewed the information. Qingyun’s genetic elixir is extracted from the genes of Demon Humans, who are not powerful themselves. In the immortal cultivation era, they were considered worthless by humans and despised by demons because of their weak strength. Also, there are hidden dangers. If the immortal cultivation era returns one day, their genes may mutate, possibly leading to the reappearance of Demon Humans – neither fully human nor demon…"

"Um…"

"Our previous research direction is actually correct. Alchemy utilizes the power of spiritual medicines born from the rules of heaven and earth, which is the power of the Tao. Continuing research in this direction will definitely not be wrong."

"Zhou Bang, I understand your point, but the higher-ups want results, they seek balance. Qingyun has it, we don’t, and therefore, our superiors won’t approve."

"Perhaps we can propose a joint research report to the higher-ups. Professor Yang, the immortal cultivation era was a prosperous time – elixirs not only heal injuries and extend life, but also strengthen the body. I have plenty of elixir recipes in mind for this purpose."

"If that’s the case, then great! I’ll start drafting the report."

Professor Yang was thrilled. This was exactly what he had been waiting for. In fact, he didn’t agree with fully studying Qingyun. After all, they didn’t have first-hand information. If they simply imitated Qingyun, wouldn’t they be following behind and eating dust? Therefore, opening up a new path was the real goal.