Hearing his boss accurately call his name, Martin immediately stood up straight and gave two light coughs.
"Ahem..."
"Boss, I am truly sorry! We have just finished analyzing the physical changes in the target after the genetic alteration."
"What are the results?" Matthew asked directly.
"Well, we have finished the analysis." Martin picked up the report nearby and began to state: "After screening and comparing it against our large database, the genetic changes in this person show a certain similarity to those of a spider."
"Based on this, we infer that the target's physical constitution should have undergone significant changes, primarily manifested in three aspects: strength, agility, and jumping ability.
In addition, he might also exhibit some spider-like traits, such as shooting spider silk, crawling on walls, and so on..."
"However... there is one point that confuses me greatly." Martin looked puzzled and pointed to the genetic map displayed on the wall, "There is a segment of altered genes that we have been unable to decipher; it appears to be useless genetic material."
Even he, a doctor who had been deeply engaged in this field for many years, was at a loss when facing this genetic sequence.
After listening to Martin's explanation, Matthew did not express his stance immediately.
However, he already had a guess in his mind... this gene that Martin called "useless" was very likely the genetic sequence for the so-called "Spider-Sense."
After all, Spider-Sense was the most overpowered ability among Spider-Man's powers.
By predicting danger and disasters in advance, it was precisely thanks to this ability that Spider-Man was able to repeatedly dodge fatal crises.
"Dr. Martin, if I let your team take charge, could you produce a serum based on his abilities?" Matthew asked suddenly.
"This..." The sudden question left Martin silent.
About half a minute later, he slowly opened his mouth: "Boss, do you mean to use this 'Peter Parker's' abilities as a template to create a'super-human' serum?"
"If that is indeed the case, I must explain to you in advance.
Altering one's own genes is extremely risky, and after injecting the serum, there is a 99 percent probability that it will lead to genetic collapse."
"Moreover, this approach of forcibly changing genes to seek 'evolution' is too radical; for humans, it is counterproductive."
Facing Martin's dissuasion, Matthew raised his hand to stop him.
"I understand what you mean. But you also need to understand what I mean.
I am asking if it can be done; you only need to answer 'yes' or 'no'."
"If not, I can hand this project over to William.
I believe he can give me a satisfactory answer."
The reason he did not throw the project to William from the beginning was that William already had too many projects on his hands.
G-Virus, v-virus, T-Virus—all three projects were shouldered by him alone.
If another one were added, the project cycle would inevitably be dragged out significantly.
Matthew's gaze landed on Martin's face.
A hint of hesitation appeared on Martin's wrinkled face.
A moment later, he shook his head: "Sorry sir, I refuse to produce this serum."
"In my opinion, this serum is too dangerous."
Having been deeply engaged in this field for many years, Martin knew very well that he had the ability to create the serum, but not the ability to perfect it.
Since that was the case, he would rather not do it.
"Since that is the case, you are fired, Dr. Martin."
Matthew said without hesitation: "Good luck in the days to come; I hope there will be other companies willing to hire you."
"As for this team... if it completely collapses just because it lacks one core member, then I don't think there is any need for it to continue existing."
Just as Matthew was about to announce the immediate disbandment of the team, a young figure standing behind Dr. Martin suddenly stepped out: "Mr. Lawrence! I can replace Dr. Martin and produce the serum!"
Martin turned his head sharply upon hearing this: "Thomas?! You!!"
"Sorry, teacher."
Thomas bowed slightly to Martin: "You are all alone, with no family to support. But I still have four children to raise and various loans to pay off."
"If I lose this job, I'll have to sell my blood next month to make a living..."
"Me too..." another researcher in the crowd also spoke up in agreement.
"I also have loans to pay... Dr. Martin, it is too selfish for the entire team to be disbanded because of your personal decision!"
A crowd of researchers began to voice their accusations.
Martin looked at the people behind him in disbelief.
Even though he was usually the most respected person in the team, now not a single person stood up to support him.
"Dr. Martin, it seems your team has kicked you out." Matthew smiled slightly.
"You! You—!!" Martin was so angry that he couldn't even say a complete sentence.
Facing the indifference of his colleagues and his boss's dismissal, Martin finally snorted coldly and walked out.
Leave then! You will regret this!
After I get out, I must tell that person named Peter Parker about this!
Then I will report everything I learned from Umbrella Corporation!
Thinking this, Martin threw off his white lab coat and stepped into the elevator with a face full of anger.
Inside the elevator, Martin looked at the scene where Umbrella Corporation had even decorated the elevator car with gold and jade, and the foul air of being fired was still tightly stuck in his chest.
"Matthew Lawrence, you will regret this! And Thomas! And all of you who work for Umbrella Corporation!" He cursed in a low voice.
The elevator starting from the underground laboratory floor ascended steadily. Just as the car was about to reach the ground floor—
Buzz buzz!!
The lights inside the elevator began to flicker wildly.
Before Martin could react to what was happening—
—Snap!
A crisp sound of a steel cable snapping suddenly came from above!
Immediately after, the elevator car carrying Martin began a long free fall.
After a loud bang, Martin, who had been planning just a moment ago how to expose the inside story of Umbrella Corporation's illegal drug research after getting out, went to see God along with his secrets.
As for the subsequent reporting...
Sorry, this was just a simple accident; does it need to be reported?
Plus, Martin had no relatives, so this matter was soon left unsettled.
Especially since the soundproofing of the laboratory was very good.
Such a huge sound of impact did not attract anyone's attention.
"Thomas, you said you could replace Dr. Martin.
May I ask when is the latest you can give me the sample?" Matthew turned his gaze to Thomas.
Facing Matthew's question, Thomas paused slightly: "If there are sufficient samples, it can be completed in about three months."
"What samples are you referring to?"
"Blood. If we could get the target's biological specimen, it would be even better." Thomas answered truthfully.
Hearing this, Matthew turned his head to look at Eleanor: "Judging by your experience, can that woman named Angela do it?"
Eleanor nodded: "Yes, sir."
"With her professional competence, getting those things will not be a problem."
Having received Eleanor's confirmation, Matthew then continued to say to Thomas: "I will have someone send the things you need shortly; you should temporarily use the existing blood samples to start the research."
"Do not worry about funding; the company will cover it in full."
"In addition..."
He raised his hand and patted Thomas on the shoulder: "I think highly of you and your team."
"If you can deliver a sample that satisfies me in three months, your salary and that of your team members will be increased by 20 percent."
"There will also be a generous team bonus waiting for you then."
[system points + 5, Thomas feels more motivated!]
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