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Karl tidied his thoughts, then spoke his idea, "Since the perfect Super Soldier Serum enhances the user's metabolic function and all physical functions by activating their peak potential…"
"Then can we incorporate some Extraordinary Factors, similar to those extracted from a Vampire, such as Longevity, Super Speed, Super Strength, and Super Endurance?!"
"As expected of the Boss, this is truly an enlightening suggestion!" Samuel Sterns was first stunned, then a look of fanaticism appeared on his face.
He kept patting his head, which was three times larger than a normal person's, and excitedly paced back and forth, saying, "I suddenly thought of a great idea…"
"That's right, even the perfect Super Soldier Serum ultimately doesn't deviate from the basic human scope, and it simply cannot match your esteemed status."
"And the Extraordinary Factors that can make the Super Serum even more perfect are not only found in Vampires; there are many other extraordinary beings worth collecting…"
"However, this means that the already completed research and development process, as well as many key stages, will need to be significantly adjusted, or even completely restarted, and related human experiments will also be required."
"This will inevitably severely impact the overall progress of the research and development, making it impossible to complete the task within your expected timeframe."
Karl immediately waved his hand dismissively, saying, "Don't worry, Dr., I have enough patience to wait… Of course, the premise is that you must ensure the quality of the Super Serum is impeccable!"
Originally, he thought that the other party would show great resistance upon hearing such an excessive request.
After all, it was like a designer working tirelessly, burning the midnight oil, and putting in extra hours to complete a task according to the client's demands.
But just as they were about to submit the work,
The client suddenly informed them that the original requirements had been overturned, and the design plan needed major revisions…
And without any extra payment!
Who the hell could stand that?
Even if God made such an excessive demand, it would be absolutely unacceptable.
If Karl encountered such a situation, he would definitely flip out on the spot if there was no extra pay!
But who would have thought?
Samuel Sterns, however, seemed very excited?
One could even say he was enjoying it immensely.
It was as if research and development was the greatest joy in his life.
This was clearly a willing ox… no, a model worker!
Samuel Sterns, instead, said with tears of gratitude:
"Praise the great… Boss, please rest assured, I will definitely create a True Super Serum that no one can surpass and that possesses infinite possibilities, within the shortest possible time!"
Σ(⊙▽⊙"a???
Somehow.
Looking at the other party's excited demeanor, as if he had been injected with chicken blood.
Karl suddenly felt a chill in his heart.
No, little bro, I haven't even had time to draw you a pie chart yet?
How did you get so self-moved again?
Can someone tell me what the hell is wrong with this guy?!
Karl expressed: I've seen many willing oxen, but an ox that only works and doesn't eat grass, I've truly seen for the first time in my life.
But if you keep being like this, then as your boss, I'll really… wake up laughing in my sleep, hey!
"Very good, Dr., I eagerly await the day of your success."
Karl said calmly, "The first batch of Vampire blood samples will be delivered to the laboratory in one month."
"During this time, I hope you can continue to decipher the original formula of the Super Soldier Serum, while also…
…first producing a batch of secondary Super Soldier Serum samples for subsequent evaluation of their actual effects…"
Karl knew that this would be an extremely heavy and complex project.
And the research and development cycle could very likely be measured in years.
But he was already prepared.
Good things come to those who wait!
If you want the best, you must have enough patience.
Perhaps Karl himself hadn't realized it.
He had unknowingly embarked on a path strikingly similar to Hydra's God-Making Project…
"Don't worry, Boss!"
Samuel Sterns said confidently, "I happen to have a capable helper right now."
Saying that, he pointed to the only female researcher at the experimental bench opposite him, introducing her to Karl:
"Rebecca Chambers, my colleague when I taught at Greibble University in New York.
She has profound accomplishments in the fields of biochemistry and pharmacology, and is also an authority in the Anti-Biochemical Virus Research field!"
"She will help me complete those inefficient, cumbersome, and not-so-difficult research tasks…"
I say, little bro, if you talk like that, you'll really have no friends.
Σ(⊙▽⊙"a???
Wait a minute, who did you just say?
Rebecca?
Is this the Rebecca I know?
Karl immediately turned his gaze to the short-haired woman across the room, who was diligently working at the experimental bench.
She was only about 1.6 meters tall, slender, giving off a delicate and petite impression.
Coupled with a small, fair, doll-like face, it was difficult for ordinary people to determine her true age.
They would often guess she was only in her early twenties.
But for Karl, who had seen countless women, one glance was enough to confirm… her true age should be around twenty-six.
What?
How did he judge?
Nothing, just familiarity!
If he could get his hands on her, Karl could even pinpoint the exact year.
With this unique skill of his, even Tony Stark, that playboy, would willingly kneel and call him grandmaster, begging him to teach!
"Boss, these are the files of three senior researchers…"
Zemo saw that Karl seemed very interested in that female researcher.
So he immediately retrieved her electronic file information.
Then he handed the tablet to Karl.
"It really is that Rebecca from Resident Evil (game)!"
Karl glanced at her employment history.
One line clearly stated: Former member of S.T.A.R.S (Special Tactics and Rescue Service), Bravo Team.
That's right, this old aunt, over twenty-six years old, was the little Rebecca who disappeared from players' sight after the Mansion Incident in Resident Evil 1 (game).
So…
After the Mansion Incident in 1998, Rebecca Chambers clearly realized that she might not be suitable for the battlefield.
Especially when facing those man-eating zombies.
So, in the same year, she decisively resigned from S.T.A.R.S and chose to return to university for further studies.
Finally, relying on her excellent talent in the field of chemistry.
She successfully obtained dual doctorate degrees in biochemistry and pharmacology in just 5 years.
Then, she naturally stayed at Greibble University, serving as a Professor and researcher for a specialized experimental group.
She primarily engaged in the research of pathogens and related antiviral drugs.
And after Samuel Sterns learned that the Hyperspace Group was recruiting elite talents worldwide with high salaries, he proactively recommended this former colleague, who he considered "somewhat" talented, to Zemo…
"Hmm?!"
Karl quickly realized a new problem.
If according to the records in Rebecca's electronic file, she joined S.T.A.R.S at the age of 18.
Then, calculating by time,
It would now be equivalent to the year 2006 in the Resident Evil World?
Which is the year Resident Evil 5 began?
Perhaps Albert Wesker, that popular villain who always liked to wear a trench coat and sunglasses, isn't dead yet…
(╯°Д°)╯︵ ┻━┻
This damned World fusion.
Although the timeline was already a complete mess, Karl couldn't afford to be confused!
To prevent Rebecca from being a spy sent by some organization, Karl, out of caution, still scanned her memory using his Mind abilities.
He confirmed that no problems were found; everything seemed reasonable.
However, considering that the research and development project for the new Super Soldier Serum was closely related to his future growth potential and absolutely could not tolerate any mistakes.
So Karl ultimately decided to give the three newly joined senior researchers a double layer of security.
Silently.
Three Mind Chains connected to Rebecca Chambers and the other three senior researchers.
However, Karl did not impose any commands or suggestions on them.
They were purely for supervision…
Afterward, Karl and Zemo left Samuel Sterns' laboratory.
They took the exclusive elevator back to the Chairman's office at the top of the building.
"Zemo, how is the progress of promoting universal welfare?"
"Boss, according to your previous instructions, the various departments under the Hyperspace Group, while fully repairing key domestic livelihood projects,
…have already begun to popularize the new concepts of universal healthcare and universal education to the public nationwide…"
Zemo's face showed a hint of hesitation, but he still reported truthfully:
"But perhaps due to the continuous years of civil war, many citizens are taking a wait-and-see attitude towards this."
At this point.
Zemo shook his head helplessly.
There was nothing that could be done; the people of Sokovia had truly been terrified by the war.
In the past decade or so of civil war.
Sokovia, which originally had a total population of less than 500,000, now only has less than 150,000 people left…
About 40% are young and middle-aged adults.
About 40% are children aged 18 and below.
The remaining less than 20% are middle-aged and elderly people who fortunately escaped the battlefield.
Compared to children and young adults.
This group of middle-aged and elderly people still harboured considerable resistance towards the newly ascended Hyperspace Group.
This wasn't to say that they were all loyal to the old cabinet or die-hard Hydra supporters.
Rather, it was simply a general distrust of all rulers!
After all, each of them had lost one, several, or even all of their family members in the war.
Therefore, these "stubborn elements" became the biggest obstacle to promoting the new policies.
"Hmm, I had already anticipated this situation."
Karl said confidently, "Then let them continue to observe for now; the plan will proceed as usual. Once everything is on track, I believe these people will actively make changes."
As the ancients said: Benevolence does not command an army, kindness does not govern, and compassion does not engage in politics…
Although the entire Kingdom of Sokovia was now Karl's territory.
He actually had no enthusiasm for saving those who would rather live ignobly in chaos than rise up for freedom and peace.
After all, even Heaven would not help those who actively give up…
And the reason Karl did this was not because he had some grand and noble ideals, or a sense of responsibility for the nation and the World.
He simply wanted to harvest waves of Prestige value from these citizens.
That's right.
The truth was that cruel!
Business is business.
No matter how noble and splendid the words used to package it, it would not change its essence in the slightest.
The only thing Karl could guarantee was to try his best to ensure that every ordinary person would gain the welfare and treatment they desired in this transaction.
To some extent, wasn't this also a fair exchange where everyone got what they needed?
And if everything went smoothly.
Just universal healthcare and universal education alone could provide Karl with at least nearly 100,000 Prestige value at once.
This didn't even include the subsequent positive chain reactions.
For example: those 40% of children would all grow up to be absolute loyal supporters of Karl…
When entering the next stage, Karl would also successively introduce many welfare measures and initiatives such as "everyone has a job, everyone has a home."
He was determined to "harvest thoroughly" these 150,000 leeks!
After all, for Karl right now, anything that could be solved with money was simply not a problem.
And coincidentally, the Hyperspace Group had so much money that it simply couldn't be spent!
"Additionally, you should select a group of core personnel from the existing scientific researchers…"
Karl pondered slightly, then continued, "I want to build an energy shield along the entire border of the Kingdom of Sokovia that can cover the entire country."
"If you encounter any technical difficulties, go find Dr. Stern."
In fact, his idea originated from Wakanda's large Vibranium energy shield.
However, Sokovia currently clearly did not possess such advanced Vibranium technology.
So they could only utilize the energy defense systems left behind by Hydra.
They would establish Base stations with feeder transmission functions along the border.
Then, when an enemy situation was detected, they could release pre-stored energy feeders to form a hemispherical protective shield for conventional defense.
"This…"
Zemo thought for a moment, then asked somewhat uncertainly, "Boss, we currently don't seem to have the energy needed to provide an energy shield of that scale, do we?"
"Is that so?"
Karl smiled without speaking, but a dazzling golden light suddenly erupted from his body.
As for energy, wasn't there as much as he wanted?
As for the technology for storing energy, Hydra had left behind ready-made ones…
"I understand, Boss!"
After Zemo left, Karl thought for a moment and then called Frank, who was at the Caucasus Base.
He expressed his idea of forming an elite special operations squadron with a strength of around 100 people.
He hoped that this Super Soldier King could quickly conduct initial screening and assessment within the existing armed security forces.
Karl also proposed that extremely stringent assessment standards should be set for important aspects such as loyalty, temperament, and physical fitness.
It was imperative to select the best of the best!
The most crucial aspect was loyalty, which was of paramount importance and absolutely could not tolerate any mistakes.
Karl did not intend to use Mind Chains on these "non-key targets."
Otherwise, when the number of people increased later, it was very likely that they would be "flashing non-stop" all day, which would only hinder things!
Furthermore, Karl specifically emphasized that this screening would adhere to the principle of preferring quality over quantity; only those who passed all assessment items would be officially recruited.
Otherwise, even if there were vacancies in the personnel establishment, they should absolutely not be filled casually.
Finally, only the designation of this unit remained…