Gene from the 13th Department of Bright City

April 9, 2223

1am

After Frye inspected all the wards, he returned to the director's office. There are now 79 people in Frye Mental Hospital, and the number of patients will continue to increase. The entire hospital has been reinforced and repaired. Although it cannot be called brand new, it can satisfy the needs of patients. all the needs of patients.

Fry's cheeks looked a little dazed under the dim light. Every night in the dead of night, he would always think of the tragedy that happened here. No one knew about the mental hospital. Only a few people came to claim the remains of the family members. Most of them No one came over, and he was told to leave it to the hospital for treatment.

Everything seems to be back to the starting point. Frye always recalls the unreal memories of the past. He obviously lived in the hospital every day with the clone Lolita and the doctors, but after waking up from this dream After coming, Frye felt real in his heart. It was obviously so real, but after waking up from the dream, everything was fake.

Recently, Frye has felt that the biggest change in his body is that his alienated genes are multiplying every day. According to medical references, his body should not be able to bear such an increase in alienated genes, but there is no abnormality in his body. , On the contrary, I am getting better and better, and I am getting stronger and stronger.

Frye raised one hand, stretched out his index finger, and with a thought, brown particles overflowed. A few days ago, he could only release the lowest level of white particles. In just a few days, his power doubled.

Fry originally wanted to notify people from Section 4 to come over and log his information as a mutant into the city's mutant information, but for some reason, Fry felt a little repulsive in his heart and didn't want others to know that he was a mutant. .

What Fry is most hesitant about now is whether to wake up the clone of Lolita in the underground room. According to the time on the panel next to the culture chamber, she has been sleeping for nearly 4 years. Fry once I want to get rid of this clone, but I still can't do it.

Frye was undergoing countless fierce struggles in his heart, because he increasingly felt that he was extremely disappointed with everything today. The city was wrapped in lies, the system was solidified, and the classes were torn apart. The bottom class could no longer stand it. Tossed.

Human suffering has been prolonged and increased countless times compared to the past. This is all due to the success of the life-span vaccine. What the clone Lolita said is true.

The future of mankind has been decided, and it is bound to endure more and more pain. Such pain will oppress the fragile nerves of mankind. More than 30 patients will be admitted to the hospital tomorrow. Frye has already received messages from hospitals around the world at noon. Among the admission applications, more than 30 of them were from family members who could no longer afford the treatment and care fees.

This is the case in Bright City nowadays. The diagnosis, treatment and care of mental illnesses are far more troublesome than many common illnesses, so the fees are quite high. A patient needs at least 2,000 yuan in treatment and care fees per month. This is only the minimum standard for most hospitals. , and 2,000 yuan is equivalent to the average monthly income of the middle class, and many people cannot afford this fee.

Frye Mental Hospital does not have any fees. At first, there was a fee, which only cost 100 yuan. Many people paid at first, but after a few months, no one was willing to pay the money. Frye said I called the other party to urge him to pay. From the beginning, he said that life was difficult and he could only owe the money. Later, when he called me, he was abusive.

The other party said that there was assistance from Congress, why should there be fees, etc. In the end, Fry stopped calling because if the patient left here, the worst case scenario would be death.

Most of the people who bring patients here, Fry only asks them to bring some food. This is the minimum requirement. Some people will bring some things, while others just drop the patients and leave. Everyone who leaves They were all the same, with relieved expressions and left without looking back.

Now every month, the Angus family will receive a sum of aid funds, and some other associations will also send some supplies, including the business department will also send some things. In addition to seeing patients every day, Frye is sorting out the land. The hospital has a large area. As long as the yard in front of the main hospital building can be used and crops grown, most of the food problems can be solved.

Frye has now found a set of truly effective treatments that can allow patients to restore their most basic living abilities and labor, so that their bodies will not collapse, and they may one day regain a certain level of consciousness.

"forget it!"

Frye made a decision. He was not going to wake up the clone Lolita, nor was he going to get rid of her. He was just going to let her stay quietly in the basement. Frye got up and walked to the sofa nearby. This was his office and his In the dormitory, Frye just wants to rest quickly and get up at 6 o'clock tomorrow morning to exercise.

Although the alienated genes that proliferated too quickly did not cause harm to Frye's body, Frye knew very well that if he did not increase his body's strength through exercise, problems would one day arise.

After Fry closed his eyes, he fell asleep quickly, and the hospital fell into silence.

1:21 am

Located outside the headquarters of Section 5, the lights are brightly lit, and the streets are still crowded, just like the streets in the morning. Nowadays, the mutant rating examinations and the examinations of the Behavioral Section are concentrated in the headquarters of Section 5, which is jointly organized by Section 3 and Section 5. Responsible, tens of thousands of people enter Section 5 every day, and most of them come in advance to prepare.

After more than a month of testing, the mutant rating test is called the most difficult test in history by most people. All the data indicators are almost overwhelming. Although the promotion test is held every year, if it is difficult to pass, Basically everything you put into preparing for the exam in advance will be wasted.

More than 5,000 mutants have obtained mutant level certificates issued by the administrative department. With the rise of administrative examinations, most of the institutions and companies that used to assess mutant levels have disappeared.

Currently, 90% of the more than 5,000 people have E-level mutants, 5% have D-level mutants, 3% have C-level mutants, and the rest are A- and B-level mutants. 2%, and there is only one mutant who can obtain S level.

This also includes some people from the business department who also took the exam. The most difficult part of the exam is the battle. If you are not careful in this step, it will be difficult to advance. Even the third level within the level is composed of actual and other factors. The candidates fight to decide.

There were a lot of criticisms in the city for a short period of time, but soon these voices began to subside as the number of people taking exams continued to increase. This kind of judgment standard was indeed accepted by people, because it was relatively fair and reasonable, and it was possible to clearly know a person. The strength of mutants.

In the past, those mutants who relied on spending money to obtain high grades from some evaluation agencies could no longer obtain high wages by relying on adulterated grades.

Because of the restriction on the number of mutants recruited, most companies are recruiting every day, and the employment rate in the city has begun to rise steadily. Nowadays, what people in the city are most worried about is the medical industry. There are problems in the medical industry. So far, most of the medical industry has chosen to close down and is still unwilling to accept the conditions of Congress.

Currently, the medical supplies required by the medical industry are produced by the Angus family, and the four squares in the areas still under construction have been transformed into simple factories for the production of medical supplies.

All of this is done with the support of various new technologies provided by Congress. Although there are reports that medical companies that have experienced problems are already reapplying for medical qualifications, no large medical company has yet to start operations. .

Now, in order to keep up with the supply of pharmaceutical raw materials, the Angus family had to buy the factories that the Hillman family had invested in for the orchard project, and began to transform these factories into pharmaceutical cultivation bases. A large amount of planting soil was transported, and the factory was renovated extremely quickly. Now the supply of raw materials for drugs can keep up.

At this moment, most people discovered that the Angus family was still the same Angus family. They had not been dragged down by construction. Instead, they could solve the problem of medical supplies supply in the city with one action.

At the gate of Section 5, there was a commotion, and many people took out their mobile phones to take pictures, while reporters nearby who had been waiting for a long time swarmed in.

"Chief Alpha, please tell me about the recent mutant rating exam."

Alpha looked at the reporter who was holding out his microphone, took out a cigarette and lit it before shaking his head.

"I'm very tired. I'm sorry, everyone, please give way."

As soon as Alpha finished speaking, the staff from the five departments around him immediately rushed out and separated the reporters. Alpha walked slowly towards a restaurant and bar opposite. However, the restaurant and bar were full of people. Just when Alpha was about to leave. , the store owner hurried out.

"There's still room upstairs. Master Alpha, please come in."

After Alpha took a glance, she found that there were many mutants sitting in the store, who looked like bodyguards. She was about to turn around when a burst of laughter came from the store.

"What, Chief Alpha, how about a drink as a favor? It's all about eating anyway, it's the same everywhere."

Honghong came down the stairs with an enchanting smile. Alpha was just about to leave, but she saw many people gathered nearby, especially many women. She sighed and walked in.

"Hurry up and order a table of dishes, just the two of us, no one else."

Sure enough, after following Honghong upstairs, in a small private room, there was a table of dishes, and the heat from the stove was steaming.

"If it's business, don't talk!"

After Alpha sat down, Honghong smiled and moved next to her.

"Oh, Alpha, what are you talking about?"

Alpha has already noticed what Honghong wants to talk about, and recently many media company bosses have been queuing up outside the headquarters of Section 5, always hoping to treat him to dinner, but Alpha refuses every time. It is very clear that most people in the film and television entertainment industry have seen business opportunities from this mutant's promotion exam.

"I'll tell you the truth. The battle for the mutant test will be broadcast live throughout the city."

"This is not entertainment, this..."

Honghong picked up a piece of cucumber, dipped it in some sauce, and handed it to Alpha's mouth. Honghong often came to Alpha's house when she was a child. Alpha also heard that his mother and this woman had a big dispute in the past.

"There is nothing in this world that cannot be entertained. Think about it, Alpha. Now all departments in the business department are short of funds. Although some businessmen will provide assistance, the situation is not optimistic. At any rate, the welfare of the department members must be increased. One point, I have discussed this matter with the manager, and the manager thinks it is feasible. We in the entertainment, film and television industry will give out a bonus of 5 to 10 million yuan in every mutant examination."

Alpha looked at Honghong in confusion, but she understood in the next second.

"Are you planning to hold a live combat competition or something like that?"

Honghong was a little surprised.

"As expected of a genius, he can understand everything just by thinking about it. And I think this plan is beneficial to the business department. Don't you think the current progress of the promotion examination is too slow? Because it has no appeal, most people will If you don’t take the exam, you will get an E grade, but if you take the exam, you may only get an E grade, so why not take the exam? Isn’t it great?”

Alpha couldn't refute Honghong's words. This would indeed attract the attention of many businessmen, including people in the city, to pay attention to the mutant exam, and mutant people would also want to try to take the exam and enter this competition.

"This money is provided by our Film and Television Entertainment Association. If we can achieve sustained profit growth in the future, it can be higher. Not only will there be bonuses for subsequent battles, but there will also be a special bonus for some outstanding mutants. ,what do you think?"

Alpha took the wine from Honghong and took a sip. Honghong had already started grilling meat.

The meat slices on the grill were sizzling, and after Alpha took a sip of wine, Honghong laughed.

"I don't think you need to refuse such a proposal, Alpha. After all, this is for the mutants who are currently having their income cut. Think about the pros and cons. There are only pros in this matter, and the cons are almost difficult to find. You should also read In recent years, those popular mutant fighting programs organized by some TV stations have been very popular, right? However, these programs have frequently exposed some false things in recent years, resulting in many such programs being stopped. , plus some bookmakers are behind the scenes."

Alpha didn't refute, picked up a piece of meat with chopsticks and ate it. Honghong filled Alpha's glass with a wine bottle and laughed excitedly.

"Give me a detailed and specific implementation plan, and then our business department will submit it."

"Then let me say thank you in advance, Alpha, and see if there is anything you like."

Before Honghong finished speaking, she immediately slapped her forehead and shook her head helplessly.

"I'm sorry, I almost forgot, you are the princess of the Angus family, so naturally you will look down on such a small favor."

Alpha didn't answer. Honghong continued to eat. At this time, Honghong also noticed that Alpha looked over from time to time with a puzzled expression. She seemed to know what Alpha was thinking.

boom

"Honey, have you settled the deal?"

The door to the room was pushed open roughly by Jiang Hao. He looked drunk. Two bodyguards supported him. Honghong frowned slightly, while Jiang Hao glanced at Alpha.

"Oh, isn't this Alpha? Haha, do you want to get married? I'll introduce you to one."

"roll!"

After seeing Honghong's angry face, Jiang Hao said nothing more, and Alpha sighed helplessly.

"It looks like you've had a hard time."

"Isn't that right? Marrying an idiot like that is really tiring."

The door to the room was closed again, and Honghong brought up a light and shadow screen, and then a confidential document.

"In return, I certainly won't let you agree in vain."

After Alpha opened the file, his expression turned solemn instantly. These are several cases that are currently backlogged in the film and television area. There is no conclusion yet and they are still under investigation. There are a lot of things in the files of these cases. Alpha is eating while eating. Bian looked at it carefully.

"There are policies and countermeasures, especially in places like the film and television area. Certain things have happened countless times in the film and television area, and Ben Kinsale can no longer control it."

Looking at Alpha's suspicious eyes, Beckinsale added.

"It won't work if the film and television area continues like this. It's already difficult for the association to control it. After all, capital is king. Don't look at me. We are very clean here. After all, many of the things Beckinsale set at the beginning are Correct, now many businessmen in the city have begun to come in with capital, and this chaos must be brought under control. This is killing two birds with one stone, isn't it!"

Alpha doesn't hate the woman herself. After all, there has been nothing wrong with everything she has done over the years, and their company has also produced many high-quality works.

"It's up to you Alpha, there's only so much I can offer."

Alpha stood up, nodded, turned around and walked away. She immediately issued the mobilization order. Honghong looked at Alpha walking out and felt a little relieved. It was very dangerous to run to Alpha under great pressure. Yes, after all, everything Alpha has done over the years has made Honghong feel afraid.

Didi didi

"If you have time, come over. I need you to stay in the film and television area for a while."

Alpha looked at the light and shadow screen in front of him. The number on it was 0013.

"Sorry, I'm in Section 10 now!"

Alpha has already entered the headquarters of Section 5. At this time, many team leaders have already gotten up and started to gather in the conference hall on the first floor. Some directors have also gotten up.

"You can come over to Section 5 when you have time. Several cases involving the film and television area will involve a lot of things."

Gene's helpless laughter came from the other side of the phone.

"I'm afraid there won't be time in the near future."

Alpha stopped as soon as he entered the elevator.

"What's the meaning?"

"Just now, the spacecraft capable of reaching Mars was completed."

Alpha stared blankly at the rising floors in front of him, his heart beating violently for a moment.

"You have to leave!"

"It's probably just a matter of a day or two!"

A dull feeling burst out of Alpha's chest, and she didn't know what to say for a moment.

"Why don't we leave a few days later!"

"We are all the same Alpha, leaving the city and each of you to you! No matter what you do, the city will always continue to function, no matter what you want to do!"

Alpha hummed, feeling a little sad for a moment. After hanging up the phone, the elevator door opened, and Alpha exhaled a long breath of smoke.

"This day has finally come."

3 o'clock in the morning

Jean quietly looked at the behemoth in front of him. A large technical black ball with a diameter of 30 meters was placed in front of Jean. This was the spacecraft heading to Mars. It had been tested some time ago and was enough to break through the current situation. A small opening in the east and north of Brilliant City from which the universe can be observed.

In order to cope with the unexplained huge magnetic field that surrounds the earth, this spacecraft uses magnetic isolation technology, which can not be interfered by external magnetic fields. However, the materials for this technology are extremely difficult to manufacture, and it is not easy to do this. .

The optical nuclear engine manufactured using Mimic I can allow this behemoth to reach a speed range of 100 to 130KM/s. According to the current straight-line distance between the Earth and Mars is about 80 million kilometers, it will take one and a half years to reach Mars. .

Noah and Noah were still debugging with more than 300 people from Section 10. Gene walked to a dented area of ​​the ball, stretched out his hand and pressed it. With a creak, a small door opened. , there is a hollow heat insulation layer inside, about 3 meters in diameter, and the shell can be rotated and transformed. Excessive speed will cause the temperature of the shell to rise, and the shell will automatically adjust the blocked position to reduce the temperature of the shell. .

Above Jean's head, there is a circular entrance, which is the cockpit. The entire sphere contains a material storage cabin, a power cabin, a cockpit, a weapons carrying cabin, a detection machine cabin, and a parked three small spacecraft. The shuttle's hangar.

A large number of Mimics , this kind of high-energy photonuclear fuel made with Mimic I is enough to supply this spacecraft, based on the maximum distance of Mars from the earth, which is more than 400 million kilometers, and can make three round trips.

Spaceships are based on kinetic energy and functionality, and their safety is almost zero. They don’t even have the ability to protect against cosmic rays, because only God can handle such a task, and Jean was once an excellent biogeneticist. Home, he basically doesn’t have to worry about a trip.

The exposed small opening is about 400 meters in diameter, which is also an important reason why Tianji Space Nation can communicate with Brilliant City.

"Principal, come out."

Noah shouted. After Gene came out of the small door, the door closed again. Noah held a light and shadow panel with a series of spacecraft values ​​on it.

"You have to remember these values ​​in detail. Once there is a problem with any value, although AI3 can correct it on its own and even activate the automatic repair robot, if you encounter some special circumstances, you have to know which part has the problem. , the circular passage above the driving platform allows you to go anywhere on this extraordinary ship, because it uses DNA recognition mud wall technology.”

Gene nodded and looked at the string of values ​​on the light and shadow panel. He nodded in less than a minute.

"Already noted it down."

Noah ran over with a smile.

"If it's safer, I can go with you. I want to see it too."

Jean smiled and nodded. There was no safety in this space shuttle, but it was only for humans. For Jean, there was no need to consider safety.

At this time, in the distance, a truck drove over here, with a dark blue crystal stone of nearly 1 cubic meter placed on it. It looked uneven, but it looked very beautiful.

"With your power reserves, there should be no need to worry about any problems."

Noah and Noah felt a little dizzy when they looked at the crystal that was transported. They could feel the special rays released from the crystal. Soon the truck stopped behind the big ball, and the crystal was immediately covered by a black It was wrapped in cloth and placed directly into the storage compartment.

"The debugging is almost complete. Do you plan to leave in a month?"

Noah asked, and Gene thought for a while and then said.

"Just tomorrow, April 10th seems like a good day!"

"so fast?"

Noah and Noah asked in unison, Gene nodded.

"Now that you have debugged it, give me three years of tobacco."

The two smiled helplessly.

"Now that it has been decided, I will notify the other six adults and ask them to come over as soon as possible. Do I need to inform the students?"

Noah said, Gene thought for a while and then shook his head.

"No."

A few minutes later, Gu Yi had come up from the laboratory below. He walked over quickly with his hands in his pockets.

"so fast?"

"The sooner the better. I am a little worried that there will be problems in the city. I just go for a trip. I will be back in three years at most."

Gu Yi hummed and said with an emotional smile.

"I have to work hard for you again. You have to spend at least a year and a half in the universe."

"I can't help it. None of you want to go. In fact, I think Rose is the most suitable."

Gu Yi hummed. When deciding who should go, everyone thought Rose was suitable at first, but Rose didn't want to go at all. In the end, everyone unanimously decided to let Jean go.

"I just hope that Tianji Space Country will not fire rashly."

As Jean spoke, everyone's expressions darkened for a moment, and then Gu Yi said with cold eyes.

"If they dare to fire, kill them first."

Gene's expression also turned cold. He took out a cigarette, lit it and took a long puff.

"Don't worry. If Tianji Space Country really attacks, I will give priority to their country."

Noah's expression tightened, and he squinted at the spaceship next to him. Only then did he understand why Jean would bring his own energy crystal there. If it was just for space travel, a fist-sized piece would be enough, but Jean But he brought a full cubic meter of energy crystals with him.

"Why don't we communicate first?"

At this time, a female voice came, and Yu Wanrou ran over. She seemed a little tired.

"Communication is based on reciprocity, and they know far more about the universe than we do, and in many calls, words like Aboriginal are used, including their so-called founders, country-to-country communication, It will always be based on strength and weakness."

Gu Yi said, Jean nodded, and everyone present fell into silence. This journey is not easy, and there may even be some accidents. However, the more anxiety is about Jean's upcoming departure from Brilliant City. anxiety.