On the day Li Lianyi arrived in the City of Sin, the Dragon Country God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute released an announcement to the public.
"After the joint efforts of all the staff at the God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute, we have successfully developed a new generation of gene drug. This gene drug has ten times the effect of previous gene drugs in stimulating human martial arts potential. We have named this drug Gene No. 1. Gene No. 1 will be produced in limited quantities, the price is to be determined, and priority will be given to the Zhanlong Hall and the Dragon Country Martial Division."
This was the content of the announcement.
As soon as this announcement was released, it immediately alarmed the global martial arts community!
Since the invasion of the extraterritorial world and the subsequent flourishing of the global martial arts scene, gene drugs have become the most expensive drugs in the world.
Among them, the gene drugs with the best effects are almost impossible to obtain – only geniuses from major martial arts forces and martial arts families are qualified to receive them.
And now, the God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute has developed a gene drug with ten times the efficacy!
This is a major event that is enough to change the global martial arts world, and even change the future direction of this world!
"God, is this true?"
"I believe this news is true for two reasons. First, the God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute was founded by Li Lianyi, a descendant of a prominent medical family in Dragon Country, and it has brought together a group of top experts in related fields in Dragon Country. Li Lianyi herself is known as the Little Immortal Doctor, with unparalleled medical skills. Second, Li Lianyi is Jiang Wuming's fiancée, and the God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute will prioritize supplying Gene No. 1 to Zhanlong Hall."
"Ten times the efficacy... If I take Gene No. 1, will I have a chance to become a God of War?!"
"Brothers, the opportunity to change your destiny has arrived – join Zhanlong Hall, get Gene No. 1, and you'll be the next God of War!!"
...
For a time, the Divine Network forum was abuzz with discussions about this matter. Some questioned it, some agreed, but more people yearned to obtain Gene No. 1, and some even called for people to join Zhanlong Hall.
Just as this matter thoroughly fermented, Qin Xiaozhi logged into the official account of Zhanlong Hall and also posted an announcement on the Divine Network forum.
"Zhanlong Hall has received Gene No. 1 from the God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute and has distributed it to relevant qualified members. Members who have taken it have experienced immediate and obvious effects.
Zhanlong Hall has seen on the Divine Network forum that many friends want to join Zhanlong Hall because of Gene No. 1. Here, we would like to remind you of three points.
1. All Zhanlong Hall members who are One-Star God of War or above will receive one capsule of Gene No. 1.
2. Warriors below the One-Star God of War realm need to accumulate merit. After their merit points reach the required level, they can obtain Gene No. 1. The specific merit reward plan will be released internally by Zhanlong Hall.
3. Zhanlong Hall welcomes warriors from all over the world to join, and will also conduct reviews and screenings for applicants. Once a warrior joins Zhanlong Hall, they are not allowed to withdraw before the end of the extraterritorial war, otherwise they will be defined as traitors and will be dealt with according to Zhanlong Hall's internal regulations."
Following this, some well-known Zhanlong Hall members in the global martial arts community, such as Black Widow Jessica, posted on the Divine Network forum to prove the efficacy of Gene No. 1 and the accuracy of the announcement from the God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute.
All of this directly pushed the impact of the emergence of Gene No. 1 to an unprecedented level!
Warriors from all over the world once again set off a frenzy to join Zhanlong Hall, with a momentum ten times greater than Jiang Wuming's battle in the manor in the City of Sin!
Although Jiang Wuming performed miraculously in that battle, for many warriors, they were realistic – without sufficient benefits, they were unwilling to join Zhanlong Hall, or even participate in the extraterritorial war!
After all, as warriors, they enjoyed prominent status, wealth, power, and beautiful women in the secular world.
And now, Gene No. 1 has given many people hope of becoming stronger.
More importantly, the appearance of Gene No. 1 has caused global warriors to enter a phase of intense competition – if warriors of the same realm take Gene No. 1 and they do not, they will be far behind. In that case, not only will their martial arts strength be difficult to improve, but they are also very likely to be eliminated, thus losing everything they currently possess!
...
That evening, in an ancient castle on the outskirts of the City of Sin.
Ged again visited Dawson's cultivation chamber.
"Ged, why are you here again?" Dawson asked, slightly annoyed at being disturbed.
"Teacher, I haven't been drinking today. The reason I'm disturbing you is because of two extremely important matters," Ged said with a guilty conscience.
"What matters?"
Dawson frowned and asked.
"First, the Dragon Country God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute has developed a drug called Gene No. 1..."
Ged first reported to Dawson about the successful development of Gene No. 1 by the Dragon Country God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute, which had shocked the global martial arts community.
However—
When he was halfway through his report, Dawson stood up in shock: "The efficacy of Gene No. 1 is ten times that of previous gene drugs? Are you... sure?"
"Certain!"
Ged nodded vigorously and said:
"The first phase of production by the God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute produced 10,000 capsules of Gene No. 1, all of which were brought to the City of Sin and given to Zhanlong Hall. Brother Wuming sent ten capsules to us. I took one this afternoon, and the effect was incredibly powerful, I broke through on the spot!"
"???"
Hearing his disciple's words again, Dawson's eyes widened in shock. Then he realized that his disciple had indeed broken through to the Three-Star God of War realm.
Even though he was known as the third most powerful force in the human world and possessed an extremely strong heart, he was still shocked!
At the same time, Ged stopped beating around the bush and immediately handed the remaining nine capsules of Gene No. 1 to Dawson. They were contained in a special jade bottle.
Dawson quickly took the jade bottle, poured out one capsule of Gene No. 1, and observed it carefully. He found the drug to be crystal clear and emitting a rich medicinal fragrance.
Immediately, Dawson put Gene No. 1 back into the jade bottle.
After all, medicine was meant to be eaten, not looked at, and he was an outsider in the field of pharmaceuticals, unable to discern anything.
"What's the second matter?"
After examining Gene No. 1, Dawson calmed down and asked again.
"In addition to the ten capsules of Gene No. 1 that Brother Wuming sent us, he also sent ten capsules each to the Savage Tribe and the Iron Hammer Gang. Then Master Poole and Master Lori called and requested to see you," Ged said, his expression a little strange.
"They got Gene No. 1, they should go thank Wuming, why are they coming to see me?" Dawson asked.
"They all want to bring their subordinates and join Zhanlong Hall. They want to ask for your instructions, or rather, they just want to say hello to you?!"
Ged's expression became even stranger.
"—"
Dawson was speechless.
Although he knew that Poole and Lori were willing to join Zhanlong Hall, in addition to the reason of Gene No. 1, it was largely due to his earlier statement to the world: Jiang Wuming's rules would become the rules of the City of Sin.
This was equivalent to sending a signal to the outside world: Jiang Wuming would become the new master of the City of Sin!
"Teacher, I..."
Seeing that Dawson was silent, Ged hesitated, but decided to bring up the old matter again – he wanted to join Zhanlong Hall.
"Get lost!"
Dawson interrupted him directly, simply and crudely!
Although he supported and took care of Jiang Wuming and was willing to let Jiang Wuming become the new master of the City of Sin.
However, Jiang Wuming had only arrived in the City of Sin not long ago. Apart from his and his disciple, all the warriors in the City of Sin had already joined Zhanlong Hall.
If Ged were to join Zhanlong Hall again, would he not have to join?!
"Get lost, I'll get lost!"
Ged was dejected and scurried away.
Dawson thought for a moment and decided to call Jiang Wuming, firstly to congratulate Li Lianyi on developing the incredibly powerful Gene No. 1, and secondly to extend hospitality as the host and invite Jiang Wuming and Li Lianyi for a meal.
However—
Dawson found that Jiang Wuming's private phone and communicator were all turned off, and he could not contact Jiang Wuming.
This was indeed the case.
After meeting Li Lianyi, Jiang Wuming handed over the 10,000 capsules of Gene No. 1 to Qin Xiaozhi and told Qin Xiaozhi to handle it as he saw fit.
After doing all this, he turned off his phone and communicator and began to enjoy a rare moment of peace with Li Lianyi.
For the next three days, the global martial arts world was rocked by a storm, with countless warriors flocking to the City of Sin.
However, Jiang Wuming was unaware of all this, and even the fact that the Savage Tribe and the Iron Hammer Gang had joined Zhanlong Hall.
During these three days, he took Li Lianyi sightseeing, visiting all the beautiful sights of the City of Sin.
On the evening of the fourth day, after Jiang Wuming and Li Lianyi had dinner at a seaside restaurant, they walked hand in hand on the beach.
There were not many people on the beach. When they saw Jiang Wuming and Li Lianyi, they would all greet them proactively, their expressions excited and respectful.
That respect stemmed not only from Jiang Wuming becoming the new master of the City of Sin, but also from the legends he had created in the martial arts realm, and from Li Lianyi leading her team to develop the world-changing Gene No. 1!
As the sun began to dip below the horizon, Jiang Wuming and Li Lianyi sat on the beach, leaning against each other, admiring the sunset.
"The sunset here is so beautiful,"
Li Lianyi leaned on Jiang Wuming's shoulder, looking at the beautiful sunset in the distance, and couldn't help but say.
"After the extraterritorial war ends, I'll accompany you to watch the sunrise and sunset every day, anywhere in the world," Jiang Wuming said.
"Why don't I not leave tomorrow and stay with you? Anyway, Gene No. 1 has been successfully developed, and my staying here won't affect the normal operation of the God of War Pharmaceutical Research Institute. Moreover, I can also treat the wounded soldiers of Zhanlong Hall."
Li Lianyi suddenly turned to look at Jiang Wuming, showing a rare impulse.
"Silly girl, you can't give up your career, dreams, and life for me. You should continue to shine in the field you are good at. I believe that for you, Gene No. 1 is just the beginning, not the end."
Li Lianyi, who was usually rational, suddenly became emotional and impulsive, which surprised Jiang Wuming. At the same time, he smiled wryly and stroked Li Lianyi's beautiful face.
Hearing Jiang Wuming's words and feeling his gentle actions, the impulse in Li Lianyi's heart dissipated. She gazed into the boy's dark, bright eyes: "Then I'll continue to wait for you in Dragon Country."
"Okay."
Jiang Wuming nodded.
He knew what Li Lianyi meant by waiting.
That was their promise.
As soon as he finished speaking, Jiang Wuming took the initiative to lean forward and kissed Li Lianyi.
This kiss was deep and long, and it only stopped when Li Lianyi began to struggle for breath.
Finally, Li Lianyi completely slumped into Jiang Wuming's arms.
The sun set.
The young man and the girl leaned against each other, forming a beautiful picture with the sunset over the distant sea.
...
At the same time.
In a coastal city in the North American Alliance.
A young man dressed in a black robe, exuding a mysterious aura, appeared in a mountain villa by the sea.
In the setting sun, he stood on the balcony of the villa, also watching the beautiful scenery where the sunset and the sea merged, and made a phone call.
"Teacher, I've met up with them."
When the call was connected, the young man said respectfully.
"Tell them they can only succeed, not fail, otherwise not only they, but their clansmen will also be buried!"
Soon, a low and hoarse voice came from the young man's phone receiver.
"Yes, Teacher!"
The young man took the order, hung up the phone after the other party, put away his phone, and then saw that the originally calm sea suddenly stirred up waves.
The wind began to blow...