Staying Alive Cautiously in the Celestial Realm and Becoming the Strongest

Imperial First Military Academy, Genetic Center.

The First Military Academy is undoubtedly the most significant establishment on Taiwu Star, occupying the most advantageous geographical location on this beautiful central star, complemented by all conceivable supporting facilities and institutions.

This advanced academy even has its own fleet!

Thus, Wang Chen's first genetic enhancement required no departure from the campus; the application could be completed entirely within the academy.

He submitted the application online two days ago and received approval yesterday.

Today, the surgery would officially take place.

Wang Chen wasn't alone; accompanying him was Ming Mei.

His girlfriend was evidently a bit nervous. Holding his small hand, faint coolness seeped through, allowing Wang Chen to feel her inner worry.

After all, genetic enhancement carries risks. Although the fatality rate is incredibly low, every year, someone always "wins" the grand prize.

"Don't worry."

Wang Chen smiled and reassured her, "I've applied for the highest-tier enhancement; there won't be any issues."

His physique data significantly exceeded the standard for a first genetic enhancement; he simply hadn't undergone testing to keep it confidential.

Additionally, Wang Chen applied for the highest-quality medication and services.

It was only yesterday that Wang Chen learned that undergoing genetic enhancement at the Genetic Center of the First Military Academy qualified for discounts.

Wang Chen, being a reservist for the Imperial Army with fifth-class honors, received a 25% discount.

He only needed to pay 750,000 Star Currency.

And it could even be financed interest-free!

Wang Chen chose to pay in full because, just two days ago, he'd accepted a custom order for exclusive body skills. After deducting kickbacks to Sun Xinhong, he still pocketed a million Star Currency.

More than enough.

Under the guidance of a beautiful nurse, Wang Chen entered the surgical zone of the Genetic Center.

Following the directions of the Genetic Center's A.I., he first removed all his clothing, underwent full-body sterilization, and shaved off every single hair.

Including his head and eyebrows.

Finally, completely bare, he lay inside the Life Transformation Chamber.

The nutrient liquid infused with intense life energy instantly enveloped Wang Chen and entered his body through his mouth and nose, putting him into an animal-like hibernation state.

As Wang Chen's heart rate dropped to three beats per minute, a genetic enhancement serum silently injected itself into his bloodstream, traveling to every part of his body.

When the serum began to take effect, Wang Chen's metabolic rate abruptly accelerated. Countless cells divided and reorganized, causing his skin to exhibit a faint reddish hue and his muscles to contract and swell continuously.

The monitoring screens outside the Life Transformation Chamber showed a rapid surge in various data points.

"Warning, warning, insufficient nutrient liquid supply!"

Suddenly, one of the monitors issued a piercing alarm, causing the personnel overseeing the genetic enhancement process to change their expressions and promptly order replenishment.

With a large infusion of fresh nutrient liquid, Wang Chen's life data finally stabilized.

But if the supply stopped, the monitor would start alarming again!

The Genetic Center staff had carried out over a thousand genetic enhancements but had never encountered a situation like this.

They could only follow operational procedures, replenishing the costly nutrient liquid repeatedly.

Meanwhile, lying within the Life Transformation Chamber, Wang Chen's brain activity continued to intensify. Memories buried deep within his Divine Soul began surfacing, subjecting his spirit to a powerful internal onslaught.

The nutrient liquid surrounding Wang Chen's head even started to boil!

This was due to the excessive heat generated by his brain's high-speed functioning, and if not for the nutrient liquid and the Life Transformation Chamber's protection, the situation could have become critical.

Spiritual energy out of control!

But just at that moment, within Wang Chen's Sea of Consciousness, an ancient Taoist Monument appeared.

The Ancient Taoist Stele!

It was like a Stabilizing Sea Needle, instantly calming the chaotic mental storm within his mind and bringing his unruly spiritual power back into a disciplined, manageable state.

In the next moment, Wang Chen abruptly opened his eyes!

The chamber door of the Life Transformation Chamber automatically opened. Wang Chen instinctively leapt out, spilling the nutrient liquid everywhere.

As his feet landed, Wang Chen's consciousness returned to himself.

He clenched his fists sharply and shook his arms, scattering all residual droplets stuck to him.

The result was splashing the nearby staff's face!

Wang Chen hurriedly apologized, "Sorry!"

"It's fine."

The staff member smiled bitterly, wiped his face, and turned to look at the physician standing on the other side.

The physician was an exceptionally beautiful woman, appearing quite young. The medical uniform she wore was now thoroughly splattered with nutrient liquid.

Even her face wasn't spared.

Despite this unexpected turn, she showed no embarrassment or anger, calmly pulling out a wet wipe to clean her face.

Wang Chen couldn't help feeling embarrassed and quickly changed into a sterilized suit.

The female physician approached Wang Chen, her gaze resembling that of someone discovering a priceless treasure, "Wang Chen, your body is extremely unique. Would you be willing to collaborate with me on an experiment?"

The nearby staff quickly introduced, "This is our Genetic Center's chief physician, Fan Qingyun. Wang Chen, your recent genetic enhancement consumed thirty-two units of high-energy nutrient liquid. This is highly unusual!"

He added, "Ordinary individuals only require one or two units at most."

It was precisely because Wang Chen's nutrient liquid consumption exceeded expectations that it alarmed Fan Qingyun, the chief physician!

Wang Chen smiled, "I'll cover the extra costs myself."

He replied to Fan Qingyun, "Doctor Fan, I'm very sorry, but I'm afraid I can't participate in your experiment."

This woman was extraordinarily beautiful, but the way she looked at Wang Chen was as if he were a high-value lab rat.

Wang Chen would have to be crazy to agree!

Fan Qingyun wasn't surprised but remained persistent, "What if this enhancement is free?"

Wang Chen shook his head.

While saving tens of thousands of Star Currency was tempting, he hardly cared about such a sum!

Fan Qingyun raised the stakes, "What if your second enhancement is also free?"

A person meeting the criteria could undergo multiple genetic enhancements, typically two to three times, with a maximum of four.

Rumors suggested that a select few elites had undergone five enhancements.

But those were just rumors.

Furthermore, the cost of a second enhancement was typically more than double that of the first. For Wang Chen to proceed again at this facility in the future, he would need to pay at least two million Star Currency.

Even after discounts!

Now, Fan Qingyun offered to waive such a significant amount, an unquestionably generous display of sincerity.

Yet Wang Chen remained steadfast, "Sorry."

"Fine then."

Fan Qingyun displayed a disappointed expression and promptly turned away.

The Genetic Center staff shrugged at Wang Chen and said, "Don't mind it. I'll take you out."

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