Chapter - 3 : Genetic Fusion

"It's an amazing gene! I remember ants are one of the strongest species relative to their body size. This gene is amazing. What are you waiting for? Begin the fusion," Adrian responded without hesitation, his mind already racing with plans to assist Tony, especially since Tony was scheduled to leave for Afghanistan the following day.

"The fusion process may induce certain physical pain. Please locate a place that is undisturbed, relatively quiet, and safe," the mechanical voice sounded again.

"Let's wait a moment," Adrian replied swiftly, then hurried toward the villa.

"Adrian, it's good that you are back. What would you like for breakfast?" Tony greeted Adrian as he returned, seated on the sofa and watching the morning news.

"I won't eat breakfast, I have some things to do," Adrian shook his head at Tony, then headed back to his room according to memory.

"What happened to him now?" Tony muttered, watching Adrian hurriedly heading towards his room.

During the walking process, JARVIS passed some safety certifications.

JARVIS is the smart butler of the villa, and the security gate requires its authorization.

"JARVIS, enhance the sound insulation of the room," Adrian said to the air upon entering the room.

"Certainly, Sir Adrian." JARVIS answered.

Though Adrian didn't see any changes in his room, since Jarvis responded, then there must be changes.

He lay down on the large bed and then opened his mouth to ask, "System, can anyone hear me?"

"Host, I can hear you," replied the mechanical voice.

"Very well, commence the fusion process immediately," Adrian's eyes flashed with determination, devoid of any hesitation.

"what..."

Almost at the moment of Adrian's command, he screamed out in agony. He felt his body suddenly itching intensely from inside, and even though he had prepared himself in advance, the sensation was unbearable, and making him wish he could faint.

But this pain only pushed him to the brink of unconsciousness.

"Why am I not fainting?" Adrian gritted his teeth as he asked.

"The more you can endure the pain, the more you can maximize the fusion of genetic power," the mechanical voice reiterated.

"Ok, I understand," Adrian weakly responded after gathering some strength.

Fortunately, although this pain is very terrible, it lasted less than five minutes.

However, even though it lasted less than five minutes, Adrian felt as though he had endured the torture of eighteen layers of hell. His entire body collapsed, drenched in sweat from head to toe.

This feeling is really terrible.

"Sir Adrian, your situation seems quite severe. Shall I inform Sir Tony?" JARVIS's voice suddenly sounded in the room again.

"No, my situation is quite good now," Adrian weakly responded.

"Sir, are you sure?" JARVIS asked again.

"Yes, I'm certain," Adrian responded, then forced himself to stand up from the bed and staggered towards the bathroom.

Ten minutes later, he came out of the bathroom.

"Now I'm feeling refreshed."

At same time, he stood in front of the full-length mirror, gazing at his reflection.

It was a man with a striking figure, with tousled blonde hair that seemed to catch the sunlight and shimmer like spun gold. His piercing blue eyes held an air of mystery, sparkling with intelligence and confidence. His chiseled jawline and strong cheekbones accentuated his handsome features, while his tall, athletic build exuded strength and vitality.

Furthermore, the reflection in the mirror revealed a set of well-defined muscles adorning his arms and abdomen, sculpted to perfection with smooth, streamlined contours.

With a little effort, Adrian could feel the power coursing through his body. Although he couldn't gauge the extent of his newfound power, it was undoubtedly stronger than when he first arrived in the room, exponentially so.

However, he struggled to control this newfound strength. While taking a bath, he accidentally broke the door handle and even managed to snap the water switch.

Thankfully, JARVIS was able to activate the intelligent water cutoff feature.