Genetic mutation and less than a year of life left?
Seated beside the medical chamber, Kyle remained without moving from the place, it was as if he was struck by lightning. His fists clenched, emitting brittle sounds, as he realized a cruelty he could hardly bear!
He had just altered the course of World War II on Earth, postponing it by nearly a year!
He possessed a Life Increase Card that accumulated to over five centuries of life, allowing him to peak at life’s zenith in this era!
He had established the Carl Family, taken control of Stark Industries, helped build up SHIELD, and formulated extensive plans and strategies for the next fifty years!
And now, everything was being reset.
The irreversible genetic mutation loomed over his head like a loose sword, rendering Kyle like a wheel ablaze, burning more fervently as it rolled. Unless he soared to the sky like an eternal sun, every other outcome would be a submissive embrace of death’s cold arms.
“Right, soaring to the sky.” Kyle seemed to realize something as he thought of this and a glimmer of hope ignited in his dim blue eyes. Lost in thought, his mind raced.
Should he just sit and wait for death? That had never been his style!
“Howard, this is the ‘Infinity Formula’ I obtained from the Red Room. Through continuous injections, it can extend someone’s lifespan and halt bodily aging without side effects.” Kyle spoke while waving his left hand, and the Infinity Formula medicament transformed from a card into a physical form, landing on the operating table.
Howard, upon hearing this, eagerly took the reagent in his hand and asked, “So, could this save you?”
Kyle shook his head gently, reluctant to dampen his spirits. “It’s useless for me. My Super Soldier Physique and Healing Factor can achieve the same effects as the Infinity Formula.”
The Infinity Formula, the Life Increase Card, and even the previously used Immortal Bean, all had no effect on him now. After all, a genetic mutation wasn’t a disease, it was a part of someone’s very being.
“Then this…” Howard dejectedly put down the Infinity Formula reagent while Kyle continued: “This is for you guys. After you decipher it, you can attempt to replicate it on a small scale for yourselves, Fury, and the members of the Carl Family.”
“Are you still thinking about us now? I can’t think of a solution right now, forgive me for my limited knowledge,” Howard lamented, feeling the pain of his intellectual limitations.
“Don’t worry. I haven’t given up, and this isn’t my last words or anything.” Kyle spread his hands as he spoke and his voice boomed with determination. “I want to live more than any of you, to witness more heroes and formidable adversaries in the future!”
Howard seemed to be infected by Kyle’s confidence and asked eagerly, “You’ve always been able to create miracles. What ideas and plans do you have this time? As far as I can see, Earth’s medical technology is still far from being able to solve this kind of genetic mutation.”
Kyle nodded, his eyes radiant. He spoke without reservation: “That’s why I can’t stay here and wait for death— I’m going to leave Earth and head into outer space for a glimmer of hope!”
“Leave Earth and venture into space?” Howard was dumbfounded, struggling to keep up with Kyle’s thought process.
“That’s right. Only in outer space can I find a solution to my body’s problem.” Kyle affirmed.
Since his Super Soldier Physique couldn’t withstand the pressure of genetic mutation and recombination, why not travel to outer space, where various races resided, along with the Asgardians who constructed the realm of gods? They surely possessed Ability Cards surpassing even the Blue-Grade level!
As long as his physical strength evolved further, he could endure the genetic mutation and complete the transformation from caterpillar to butterfly.
“But how will you leave Earth? Human aviation technology is still in its theoretical phase. We don’t even have the capability to reach the moon in the near future.” Howard, a top scientist, instinctively refuted Kyle’s visionary plan with scientific theory.
“I’m confident I can leave Earth.” Kyle took a deep breath as he placed his hopes on the Space Stone.
The Space Stone possessed the power to open a portal to any place in the universe, a spatial tunnel capable of linking any two points in the universe’s starry expanse!
Kyle decided to place all his bets on the Space Stone. He would gamble on his wretched luck and attempt to control the Space Portal that led to his ideal planet.
“I won’t be leaving immediately. Before that, I’ll clear away all the obstacles on Earth for you and pave the foundation and path!”
Kyle reassured Howard that he still had a few months left on Earth to prepare and pave the way, guiding them toward the future.
Howard felt a slight pang of sadness after hearing those words, but he quickly regained his composure and provided updates on recent matters:
“Mobile phones and communication, and computers and networks— these two technological products and categories are about to be showcased at the World Expo. Taking advantage of the economic recovery after the war, we are creating the framework and dawn of the information age. Through this, Stark Industries can rise to become one of the world’s top companies within a few years!”
“As for the construction of the Family Base on Turtle Island, I contacted the construction company this morning. They have secretly prepared tools, materials, and a large number of development workers. According to the design I provided, it’s estimated to be completed in about a month.”
“I have an old friend named Obadiah Stane and he is willing to manage Stark Industries on my behalf. Specific shares have already been transferred to the name of the Carl Family. This way, I can focus on my role as a logistics personnel and research artificial intelligence representing future technology.”
After Howard finished without missing any details, Kyle smiled faintly. “I trust your work.”
“I wonder how Stark Industries and the Carl Family will change the world in five years, not to mention ten or fifty years.” Howard sighed and looked at Kyle sincerely. “My friend, I will develop and research the Infinity Formula’s medicament, allowing myself and the members of the Carl Family to live longer and witness the beauty of 21st-century technology together!”
“But you must come back! Promise me that you will come back!”
Howard had a strong premonition that this time, when Kyle left Earth, they might never be able to see each other again.
“I promise you!” Kyle vowed. There were too many things on this Earth that he couldn’t let go of.
Naturally, he would return alive. There was no doubt about that!
“One more thing, I need you to arrange something.” Kyle squinted his eyes; he needed to swiftly broaden the technological path for both Howard and the Carl Family.
“Tell me, and I’ll arrange it immediately.” Howard nodded hurriedly.
“Do you know about Wakanda?”
“Wakanda, It’s probably a secluded and impoverished agricultural country located in the northeast of Africa.”
Howard answered thoughtfully, not understanding why Kyle would bring up that underdeveloped independent nation.
“Knowing is enough. No matter what means you use, establish a friendly relationship with Wakanda.” Kyle gave the instruction. Howard didn’t quite understand, but he agreed quickly.
Since Kyle regarded it highly, there must be something valuable about Wakanda.
At some point, Howard, who had always been proud and believed in science, had quietly started to wholeheartedly trust Kyle’s words.
That was Kyle’s charismatic charm, enough to attract people around him to admire and follow. Even if he ventured into the stars and galaxies, he would undoubtedly be the brightest and most dazzling star among humanity!
(End of Chapter)
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