Chapter 4: : D-ball man with unlimited potential!

Gene trading had become a substantial business in the vast universe, serving as a crucial tool for interstellar lords in their colonization efforts.

The direct hiring of skilled individuals was a costly endeavor, and it wasn't typically feasible during the early stages of a lord's rule. Instead, interstellar lords with well-established armies would engage in the exploration of life galaxies, allowing them to directly invade and colonize civilizations they discovered.

However, there were also impoverished lords, like Lord Xiye, who lacked formidable forces and had to resort to persuading indigenous populations to sign contracts with them.

Regardless of the approach taken, they all relied on the support of gene banks. These gene banks contained an array of exceptional genes gathered from across the universe throughout countless eras. These genes possessed various potent biological attributes and evolutionary capabilities, making them invaluable for building armies, enhancing the fundamental qualities of their citizens, and utilizing gene transplants for biological transformations.

Xi Ye had purchased a considerable amount of gene stock in his escape, primarily selecting low-cost bargains due to his limited funds. Among these genes was the Green Titan.

The Green Titan was a tall and robust species with a high-strength physique and dense musculature, making it an ideal choice for various basic labor roles. It was often favored by many lords for transforming miners and basic soldiers.

The transformation process proceeded exceptionally smoothly, leaving Xi Ye astounded. Even though the young man had succeeded, he hadn't anticipated that the two bald gentlemen would complete the transplantation so effortlessly. Moreover, their absorption capacity was an astonishing 90%?

When the data was analyzed, Xi Ye questioned whether he was witnessing a miracle.

"Cool!" Xiao Chen exclaimed as he emerged from the bio-planter, his muscles bulging like the Hulk. His eyes were filled with amazement as he clenched his fist, feeling an abundance of strength coursing through his body. He believed he could easily twist a steel bar with minimal effort. Eager to test his newfound might, he looked around for something to demonstrate his strength.

"Old Yang, can you feel it?" One of the bald men who had undergone transformation later had even grown a thick head of black hair. His surprise was palpable as he reveled in his revitalized physique. "Our attributes have improved, and the spiritual chain connections are handling smoothly, almost without any sense of dissonance!"

In today's virtual games, the majority of top-tier upgrade games still dominated the market. Players often enhanced their attributes through leveling up, class changes, and so on. However, these experiences usually felt artificial, with attribute improvements manifesting solely as numerical changes on a character sheet. Players had limited real-world sensations.

Only a select few premium games attempted to merge enhanced attribute perceptions into the player's sensory experience, providing a more realistic gaming encounter. However, this technology was still in its infancy. Adjusting a player's sensory perceptions and making them genuinely feel increased power, speed, and other attributes proved challenging. Many times, due to the immaturity of the technology, it resulted in players experiencing a sense of discord.

Today's experience was entirely different. The sense of increased power was incredibly authentic, with no hint of discord. It felt as if it were genuinely one's own strength, a remarkable sensation.

Old Yang, now transformed into a tall and robust Green Titan, marveled at his newfound physique. He enthusiastically remarked, "This is beyond any technology available on the market. This game was probably not designed by an independent developer. It might be developed by a studio comprised of Daniels and backed by a powerful consortium!"

The three individuals marveled at the game technology, while Xi Ye was left in awe of the physical abilities of the trio.

If it weren't for the presence of outsiders, he might have considered removing his helmet and tapping his head with the metal handle to verify if he was dreaming.

Ninety percent compatibility!

How could this be possible?

Even the Westtanians, known for their high adaptability within the Grand Commonwealth, would typically achieve a maximum compatibility of 15% using the unprocessed raw Green Titan gene. For other races with lower tolerance, a compatibility of 0.5% after the first operation was already considered exceptional. The concept of 90% compatibility was mind-boggling.

Under the monopoly of the Federation's fourth lord, Hego Tangerian, a single Westtanian gene could fetch an exorbitant price, equivalent to twenty years' worth of living expenses for a lord.

Ninety percent compatibility was staggering. A professional athlete in D-Ball would likely sell for an astronomical sum.

How rare were individuals with such compatibility? It seemed beyond the realm of mere luck. Perhaps one of Xi Ye's ancestors had rendered an invaluable service to the universe?

"Great Lord!" Xiao Chen eagerly asked, "What do we need to do next?"

Although Xi Ye was eager to embark on mining, he couldn't shake the feeling that a 90% compatibility Green Titan gene might not be intended for mining.

While the Green Titan carried the name of a "Titan," it was often the first choice for miners. Novices might not comprehend the reasoning behind this, but those who had experienced life in the Grand Commonwealth understood the rationale. The Green Titan was not a low-tier race; instead, it held a high status. High-level Green Titans were favored competitors in arenas and the military. However, their shortcomings were equally conspicuous, and their training costs were exorbitant.

The value of a gene was not solely determined by the excellence of the species. Instead, it should be evaluated within the broader context. A fully developed Green Titan was an exceptional warrior, but a mere 100% or less of their potential would result in a relatively ordinary individual, with slightly enhanced strength and thicker skin at best.

To unlock their full potential, extensive quantities of genetic evolution reagents were required. Consequently, aside from the wealthiest arenas, few individuals invested in cultivating advanced Green Titans. Most free citizens within the Federation would not expend their resources on a Green Titan's evolutionary path, as species like the Xiamu Elves, Rune Clan, and Thunder Clan offered more promising alternatives.

In light of these circumstances, the price of Green Titan genes in the market had steadily declined, ultimately reaching the level of a bargain for numerous impoverished lords who sought to train miners.

"Lord Lord?" Curious, Xiao Chen inquired when he received no response from the lord.

Xi Ye gazed at Xiao Chen, his perfectly sculpted musculature concealed the true extent of their astounding compatibility. In his mind, he contemplated, "With such quality, even concealing their remarkable compatibility and selling them, they'd fetch a price of one hundred thousand divine coins each. The business could be extremely lucrative."

Nonetheless, he recognized the necessity of avoiding any dealings with arenas. Once his treasure trove was revealed, it would undoubtedly be plundered within minutes. He understood the perils associated with his actions.

Xi Ye understood that Hego's monopoly of the Westtanian business was due not only to his fortunate discovery of the Westtanian aboriginal race but also to his formidable army, which deterred others from opposing his ventures. Without the backing of a significant number of individuals, a mere elementary celestial lord might have been overthrown by a group of Black Goblins. With no market for the Green Titan genes, Xi Ye's base was in its original state, and his only option seemed to be to enlist their help for mining.

It was an extravagant situation.

While Xi Ye sighed inwardly, he maintained a serious demeanor and calmly informed them, "Given your comprehensive qualities, you will initially be suited for miner roles. I have applied for your transition to warriors."

The trio of miners briefly hesitated upon hearing this news. They privately mused about the notably low threshold. While a slower pace was uncommon in the market where fast-paced gaming was prevalent, they understood that true flagship productions often gradually engaged players through a more deliberate pace. Although initially unappealing, with a patient approach, these games offered high playability.

The consensus appeared to align with Old Yang's thoughts. This was a fully developed game supported by a substantial consortium, not a mere prototype. They were inclined to revise their evaluation accordingly. They found the game enthralling and were determined to continue experiencing it. Chen Xiao, the leader, had a compelling reason for leaving—he was reluctant to work with tears in his eyes and couldn't remain any longer.

However, when they attempted to leave, they were met with an unexpected sound from the transmission device. The system announced, "The Green Titan gene is the private property of Lord Xiye and cannot be taken privately without the Lord's consent."

Perplexed, Xiao Chen reacted, "Eh?" He wasn't entirely clear about what this meant.

The system continued, "Invite the players to enter the biological warehouse for reversion."

Following the instructions, Xiao Chen entered the biological warehouse. After a few minutes, he found himself back in his original body. The tall Hulk-like form now lay silently within the biological warehouse.

"Wow!" Xiao Chen marveled at the highly realistic portrayal of his transformed self in the creature's warehouse. It appeared remarkably lifelike.

However, he couldn't help but express his frustration, "Why is this game so complicated, even returning to the previous state requires such a process? It's as if this body can bring back D-Ball."

Unbeknownst to him, Lord Xiye watched with a curious gleam in his eyes.