Chapter 307: Core Members of the Creator Organization

Chapter 307: Core Members of the Creator Organization

Eliemer Biopharmaceutical Corporation owns numerous biological laboratories, scattered across multiple countries, with some even established in underdeveloped third-world nations.

As Eliemer conducts drug experiments, especially those involving superpower serums designed for Ability Users, they require test subjects.

Initially, experiments can be performed on animals, but as the research progresses, human trials become inevitable.

Conducting these experiments within the White Eagle Federation would be inconvenient for human trials, but it's a different story in third-world countries. During the Abyss Era, order in these nations was already on the brink of collapse, and capital in impoverished regions could act with near impunity.

The production sites of the SPA superpower serums sold in Daxia are primarily located in third-world countries like Java, Luzon, and Siam.

There are at least 13 publicly known Eliemer biological laboratories in these nations, and many more undisclosed ones.

However, these laboratories are not directly under Eliemer's ownership; instead, they are registered under shell companies, with research funding coming from Eliemer or other affiliated corporations.

The reason for this arrangement is simple: to easily distance themselves from any potential scandals.

After all, Eliemer is one of the top ten biological pharmaceutical companies on Blue Star, and maintaining a respectable public image is essential.

...

The Ironblood Investigation Bureau has been investigating the production and distribution channels of superpower serums for over three months, gathering extensive information.

However, following the sales network of these serums inevitably leads to foreign countries, which is outside the bureau's jurisdiction.

The Ironblood Investigation Bureau is primarily responsible for domestic supernatural incident investigations and Ability User supervision. Foreign Ability User organizations are not within their authority.

It is precisely because of this limitation that Daxia established the Dragon Vigor Mercenary Corps.

Dragon Vigor has a military background but is not part of the regular military forces; instead, it is a mercenary organization that can accept foreign contracts and carry out missions abroad.

So, where Ironblood's authority falls short, Dragon Vigor can step in.

After thoroughly investigating the production and distribution channels of the superpower serums, the case was transferred from Ironblood to Dragon Vigor.

Dragon Vigor communicated with the third-world countries where superpower serums were rampant, accepted their employment, and deployed Ability User teams to destroy the production and sales companies of these serums.

Within just three days, all of Eliemer's laboratories and pharmaceutical factories in third-world countries like Java and Siam were completely demolished.

Those involved in the production and sale of superpower serums were captured, and those with severe offenses were executed by firing squad.

Some of the biological laboratory researchers were brought back to Daxia for trial.

In just three days, the Eliemer Group lost 17 laboratories and 6 superpower serum pharmaceutical factories, and the distribution network they had established in neighboring countries was uprooted.

The matter was far from over. With the capture of key figures in the superpower serum distribution network, more leads were uncovered during interrogations, leading to further investigations and the continued dismantling of this industry chain that threatened the very foundation of human civilization.

...

On the evening of the day when over ten of Eliemer Group's laboratories and pharmaceutical factories around the world were destroyed...

013 reappeared at the Tea Fork Mountain Training Ground.

The same golden sunset glowed, and the clouds on the horizon were red like burning fish scales.

The Black Crow didn't circle in the sky but descended directly to the ground, revealing its human form.

"You need to find a way to stop Dragon Vigor's actions," 013 demanded, his tone even conveying a sense of urgency.

"What actions are you referring to?" Lu Heng feigned ignorance.

"Don't play dumb. Dragon Vigor has destroyed over a dozen biological laboratories and pharmaceutical factories in the past three days," 013 said, his tone turning slightly hostile.

"What does this have to do with the organization?" Lu Heng asked as he put on his boots and glanced up at 013.

013 fell silent immediately.

He had never revealed any information about the Eliemer Biopharmaceutical Group to Lu Heng.

In other words, without additional information, Lu Heng wouldn't know that the Eliemer Biopharmaceutical Group was controlled by the Creator Organization.

013 spoke firmly, "Your task now is to stop Dragon Vigor from further damaging Eliemer's laboratories and pharmaceutical factories."

Lu Heng shrugged and replied, "How can I stop them? They're a mercenary corps with military backing."

"You're the commander of Dragon Vigor."

013 corrected himself, "The Honorary Commander, who doesn't usually get involved in operations."

"I know you can do it!" 013 insisted, focusing solely on the outcome.

Lu Heng pondered for a moment and asked, "So, Eliemer is controlled by the organization?"

"You don't need to know that."

"If you want me to do something, just ask. The organization controls the world's top ten pharmaceutical groups, and you've never mentioned it to me. What do you take me for?" Lu Heng's tone turned cold.

"I advise you to follow my instructions," 013 threatened.

"What if I don't?" Lu Heng lifted his head, his sharp gaze piercing, and an oppressive aura akin to an arrowhead emerged.

013 felt a tightness in his chest, sensing a strong sense of danger. Still, he continued his threat, "You'd better understand your position. You're a member of the organization. If the Daxia military learns of your identity, do you think you'll remain free?"

So far, the Creator Organization has maintained a neutral facade, and despite their unknown activities, no country has publicly labeled them as a dangerous organization.

However, the Daxia military has taken notice and has been discreetly investigating them.

Of course, investigations aside, as long as they aren't labeled dangerous, the military won't take action.

Therefore, after Lu Heng's identity as a member of the Creator Organization is exposed, he won't be arrested, but he will undoubtedly receive extra attention and possibly surveillance.

Once the Creator Organization is classified as dangerous, all its members will be arrested.

In other words, if Lu Heng's organizational identity is exposed, he will indeed face trouble and might even be placed under military control.

Lu Heng heard the threat but remained unmoved, replying coldly, "Resorting to threats is truly laughable. Go ahead and expose my identity; I won't play along."

013's threat had no effect, leaving him puzzled. "You're not afraid of having your identity exposed?"

Lu Heng spread his hands and replied, "You can try, and then you'll know if I'm afraid or not."

013, seeing the threat was ineffective, changed his tone to a more amicable one, "What conditions would it take for you to intervene and stop the Dragon Valor Mercenary Corps' actions?"

Lu Heng shrugged. "No conditions will work. I can't handle this. Those pharmaceutical factories daring to sell superpower serums within Daxia's borders are already courting death."

During this time, Lu Heng didn't participate in the Dragon Valor's operations.

The targets were biological laboratories, pharmaceutical factories, or sales channels for superpower serums.

These companies and organizations did have fugitives, but they were no match for the Dragon Valor's ability-using mercenaries.

There was no need for Lu Heng to personally intervene.

Even the Dragon Valor's instructor was concerned that Lu Heng's strength was too powerful, fearing it would cause too much commotion and complicate matters.

013 attempted communication but didn't get the desired response, so he spread his wings and flew into the sky, disappearing into the clouds.

...

Two days later.

013 reappeared, extending an invitation, "Someone wants to meet you."

"Who?" Lu Heng was curious.

013 didn't reveal the person's identity, saying, "A high-ranking member of the organization wishes to speak with you."

After a moment's consideration, Lu Heng asked, "How will we meet?"

013 replied, "Three days from now, the Sapphire Princess cruise ship will depart from the Bay of Bengal, entering the Gret Strait. We'll meet on the cruise ship. We can send a private jet to take you to Banda Aceh, and then you can board the ship by helicopter."

Lu Heng waved his hand dismissively, "No need for such trouble. Just give me the coordinates."

No private jet could match the speed of the Siks Civilization's technological crystallization.

...

Three days later.

In the Gret Strait, a luxurious cruise ship sailed on the azure sea—the Sapphire Princess.

One of the largest cruise ships in the Sapphire Princess fleet.

The Sapphire Princess docked at the Gret Strait port, and the last group of passengers disembarked.

Only eight hundred staff members and one guest remained on board.

The eight hundred staff members were dedicated to serving this single guest.

After restocking at the port, the Sapphire Princess set sail again, entering the Andaman Sea.

On this dazzling cruise ship, an elderly but rosy-skinned billionaire stood on the spacious balcony suite, facing the gentle sea breeze and overlooking the shimmering ocean as if the vast blue expanse was at his feet.

As night fell, his secretary knocked and entered, informing him of the guest's arrival.

He emerged from the warm spring water of the spa suite, donning a bathrobe and heading towards the deck.

The chef then served a meticulously prepared meal and wine, arranging them on the deck table.

The cruise manager approached, inquiring about music preferences.

The billionaire requested Carmen.

The manager initially planned for an orchestra but changed it to a solo violin performance of the Carmen overture.

As the graceful violin melody played, Lu Heng landed on the deck.

013's coordinates led him to this very cruise ship.

The entire ship was quiet, with only the deck occupied, accompanied by music and wine.

Standing on the deck, Lu Heng glanced at the sole seated individual, instantly recognizing him as the actual controlling shareholder of Kate Investment Group and Elmeriv Biopharmaceutical Corporation—Gordon Jacob.

According to public records, Gordon Jacob was already 78 years old, indicating his advanced age, but his skin remained rosy, and his wrinkles weren't deep.

Gordon Jacob gestured for the cruise manager to welcome the guest.

The manager approached, pulling out an elaborately decorated chair and respectfully inviting, "Please take a seat."

Lu Heng strode over and sat down, facing Gordon Jacob across the long table.

The manager poured a small amount of the prepared wine into Lu Heng's glass and then retreated to the side, standing respectfully.

Gordon Jacob picked up the wine glass, raised it in a gesture towards Lu Heng, then swirled the wine twice before taking a sip.

Lu Heng didn't reach for the wine glass but instead observed Gordon Jacob quietly.

Even before the meeting, he had anticipated that the person he was about to meet would be Gordon Jacob, and now that he was here, there was still an element of surprise.

After finishing his red wine, Gordon Jacob took a Bluetooth earpiece from his secretary and put it on.

The earpiece likely provided simultaneous interpretation, translating their conversation.

Gordon Jacob began in English, "Thank you for coming, Mr. Lu. I believe you've guessed my identity; we're from the same great organization, striving for a shared goal."

The translator standing beside him slightly bowed, preparing to translate this into Chinese.

Lu Heng raised his hand, interrupting the translator.

He could understand but chose not to speak in English, opting for Chinese, "Let's get to the point. There's no need for small talk."

Whether the Creator Organization could be considered a neutral organization was debatable, and the term 'great' seemed a bit pretentious.

As for the shared goal, Lu Heng didn't quite agree.

Gordon Jacob, hearing the translation of Lu Heng's words, nodded and said, "Very well. Let me introduce myself; you can call me Gordon Jacob."

"What's your number?" Lu Heng asked, curious about his designation.

"Number 9," replied Gordon Jacob.

With a number less than 10, Lu Heng had finally met a core member of the Creator Organization.

He tried hard to recall any information about Gordon Jacob from his previous life but found no related memories.

Evidently, this person wasn't well-known during the Abyss Era.

Given his age and the authority he held, it was likely he remained behind the scenes, rarely stepping into the spotlight, which explained his anonymity.

In this life, if it weren't for the involvement of the Elmeriv Pharmaceutical Group's interests, this behind-the-scenes controller might not have appeared at all.

"Why did you ask me here?" Lu Heng asked, getting straight to the point.

Gordon Jacob made a gesture with his hands, a habit during conversations, and said, "Regarding the last gift of the SPA-3 model, which caused your dissatisfaction, I'd like to apologize.

"But it's the most advanced superpower serum developed by Elmeriv, incorporating biotechnology from the Siks Civilization. You should be well aware of that.

"While the SPA-3 does have minor side effects, their severity is negligible.

"Furthermore, the SPA-3 is already in the final stage of human testing, and there will be future models like the SPA-5 and SPA-6.

"One day, Elmeriv will find a way to completely eliminate the side effects of the superpower serum, and at that point, Elmeriv will become the divine ladder of human civilization.

"If you're willing, you will be the first to ascend this divine ladder."

From a research perspective, studying a serum isn't inherently problematic.

If a serum has side effects, there would naturally be research to mitigate them until the serum becomes tolerable for the human body.

In fact, all medications have side effects, which are always listed in their instructions.

Therefore, the existence of side effects in a serum isn't an issue.

If one day, the Elmeriv Biopharmaceutical Corporation succeeds in developing a superpower serum without side effects, the result would be as Gordon Jacob described—a divine ladder.

With a little thought, it's clear that the superpower serum enhances combat power and energy levels upon injection.

If there were no side effects, it could be mass-produced to create a formidable force of super warriors. How powerful would that be?

The question is, is such research even possible?

Lu Heng hadn't been involved in this research, and in his previous life, he hadn't encountered a superpower serum without side effects.

Moreover, based on the principles of origin energy generation, the side effects of the superpower serum were insurmountable.

These side effects occurred because the human body acquired energy from the external environment, causing its energy levels to exceed its actual capacity. The body, believing it had sufficient energy, reduced the conversion of source energy by mitochondria.

Ultimately, this led to an irreversible decrease in the efficiency of mitochondria converting source energy.

This type of side effect, reducing the efficiency of mitochondrial conversion, was unsolvable.

Unless all the body's cells were replaced, which wasn't feasible.

Therefore, Lu Heng concluded that a superpower serum without side effects was impossible, and the research was flawed from the start.

The vision Gordon Jacob painted was indeed enticing.

"If you're willing, you will be the first to ascend this divine ladder."

If it weren't for Lu Heng's understanding of the side effects of the superpower serum, he might have believed Gordon Jacob's words.

Lu Heng directly refused, "Keep that honor for someone else. I don't need a superpower serum to climb the divine ladder."

Gordon Jacob wasn't surprised by this response and continued, "Don't be hasty in your refusal. I've brought along a super warrior, and after you spar with him, you'll understand the greatness of the SPA-3."

(End of Chapter)

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