Hearing these words, Zhao Qing was thoughtful. Mingxiao's ability to keep his organs intact during long-distance transportation actually involves several branches of hibernation technology, which allows him to maintain vitality for a long time after being separated from the body.
The transplantation was completed in ten days and a half.
Cryopreservation of an entire human body is naturally more difficult than a single organ.
In addition, what the Temple sells to the outside world is mainly cloned organs cultivated using accelerated development technology, which deliberately suppresses rejection and increases the scope of application. At the same time, they are also sold very expensively. After all, the cost is high.
As for the threat of "bioterrorism attacks", it is not alarmist. In the past few decades, the threshold for biological attacks has been continuously lowered. If any country, organization, or individual is interested in using or defending against biological weapons, they can organize manpower and material resources to build weapons-grade weapons.
Competence Biological Laboratory.
According to the existing intelligence, the Temple will have at least hundreds of "biohackers" who meet the requirements. They can build a biological weapons laboratory by one person and use dragon-blooded killer bees, Deadpool, or traditional anthrax and smallpox viruses.
Rickettsia burnetii, Francisella tularensis, Rickettsia prowazekii, Yersinia pestis and other bacteria and viruses can launch terrorist attacks, easily putting many cities into crisis and swallowing tens of thousands of people.
calculated life.
In many cases, biological and chemical weapons are more efficient killing tools than bombs or even nuclear weapons. They are also more concealed, making it difficult to discover their source. Once used, there are endless consequences.
"I have been paying attention to this matter and have raised the priority to the highest level." She thought slightly, and soon realized what was unusual about this transaction: "1,200 pairs of organs, this is not a small amount..."
In the communication channel, Shi Yiguang said indignantly: "Everything has its own way, and life is especially precious. How can it be used as a bargaining chip in the transaction of power and money? These 'VIP customers' are committing crimes in the name of organ trafficking. It is really unjust.
His appearance is despicable, and his behavior is despicable."
"Yi Guang, what you say makes sense. But right now, in addition to moral condemnation, we also need to solve the mystery behind this. Why do they need such a large number of organs?"
Zhao Qing tapped her fingers on the keyboard, and the data flow on the screen unfolded like a tapestry: "After my investigation, the speeches of many anonymous accounts all conducted short-lived encrypted communications on a specific server on the west coast of Oregon, Country M. This is what they
The only IP address left."
"It is not a major medical center, but it became the source of this transaction. This matter is by no means simple, and it is probably not to meet simple medical needs."
“I have heard some rumors about the underground world,” Fingel, who had just finished treatment and woke up shortly, suddenly interrupted on the channel, “It is said that in some hidden circles, there is a kind of life-and-death struggle that is fun.
The entertainment method is called 'Real Battle Royale'."
"These so-called 'VIP customers' may be the driving force behind such activities. They collect a large number of organs in a short period of time, perhaps to maintain the lives of seriously injured contestants who did not die, and to prolong their pain and struggle for the powerful.
Let’s watch and have fun.”
Shi Yiguang took a deep breath and tried to calm down the agitation in his heart: "If this is true, then it is not difficult to explain the demand for these organs. Every cruel battle is a huge drain on life, but these powerful people
How sad it is to take pleasure in this.”
At the same time, Zhao Qing had already acted quickly, launched a series of tracking technologies, and penetrated into every corner of the dark network. Soon, she found a website called "Pacific Rim Volcano Exploration Competition" in the North American deep network.
Registration website.
The moment the page loaded, a heavy and depressing breath hit my face. What was displayed on the screen was a scene of a hot and desolate crater magma lake, as well as the names and icons of the volcanoes that were about to become battlefields:
St. Helens volcano, the Three Sisters volcano, Hood volcano, Hase volcano, Akutan volcano, Augustine volcano... until the distant Shira volcano, Onigai volcano and Mount Fuji, they span both sides of the Pacific, forming a huge
arena.
"Look, this is their 'game' stage."
Zhao Qing shared the page on the channel: "It is held every four years. There are many participants, ranging from hundreds to thousands. Participants are dropped around these volcanoes. With the crater as the center, a series of events unfolds.
A battle of life and death.
"These people may be hybrids with extraordinary powers; they may also be ordinary people who are involved in this life and death game by interests or coercion. Not only do they have to face the harsh test of nature, but they also have to fight to the death against opponents who are also eager to survive.
Fighting, under the roar of the volcano and the threat of lava, brutal battles began."
"As for the specific rules of the competition," Zhao Qing continued to explain, "before each competition begins, contestants will be randomly assigned to different volcanic areas and set a certain survival time and goals."
"They need to gain points by fighting, solving puzzles or completing specific tasks within the specified time. In the end, the player or team with the highest points will win. The loser may face elimination, serious injury or even death."
“In terms of weapons,” Zhao Qing continued, “competitors can purchase various equipment by consuming competition points, from common light and heavy firearms to powered delta wings, individual jetpacks, and even exoskeleton equipment. These high-end
Technological weapons make combat more brutal and unpredictable."
"According to my current analysis, the essence of this event is a proxy war conducted by major forces in order to distribute benefits. Ordinary people and wild individuals, due to lack of organization and resources, are often at a disadvantage in this game and become the cheapest
consumables."
"As for organized hybrids, they usually have stronger strength and richer resources, and are the forces that all parties really value. By showing their strength in the game, they win honors and benefits for the forces they belong to, thus
Enhance your voice in the dark world."
"There is such an evil competition?"
Shi Yiguang said that it was difficult for him to understand the madness of these people: "Ah Qing, can you further trace the true identities of these VIP customers? And who are the organizers behind this event? How powerful is their power background, and why are they so arrogant?
"
Zhao Qing nodded, and his fingers jumped quickly on the keyboard, as if weaving an invisible net, trying to capture the truth hidden in the darkness:
"I have started to track the deep links of these IP addresses, and I am also analyzing the fund flow and encrypted communication of the event website. Although they are very covert, they are not impeccable. Give me some time, I believe I can find more clues
.”
Soon, an encrypted file popped up on the screen, and the title was "Details of the Three Sisters Volcano Site". Zhao Qing quickly decrypted it, and a detailed map and a detailed introduction to the Three Sisters Volcano were displayed on the screen.
"This is the starting site - the Three Sisters volcano."
Zhao Qing continued, "It is located in Oregon, country M, and consists of three closely connected volcanic cones. From south to north are the South Sister Mountain, the Middle Sister Mountain and the North Sister Mountain, which are the third and fourth in the state respectively.
and the fifth highest peak.”
"At the same time, they are part of the Cascade volcanic arc and are named for their unique geographical shape."
"The name of the North Sister volcano is Faith. It towers into the clouds and is as steep as a blade. Its surface is covered with white snow all year round, but there is hot and rushing magma inside, which may wake up and roar at any time. The surface of the mountain is completely hard
The ice and rugged rocks make climbing extremely difficult.”
"The Central Sisters volcano is called Hope. It is beautiful in shape, but it hides dangers. The mountains are surrounded by intricate rift valleys and caves, and you will fall into them if you are not careful. Unknown things may be hidden in these rift valleys and caves.
Danger and puzzles require contestants to deal with them carefully."
"The South Sisters volcano, called Charity, is the most active. The lava eruption about two thousand years ago left no grass growing around it. Basaltic andesite, red slag and volcanic ash are everywhere. However, the temperature near its crater appears to be very low.
Ice edges, black and white and red intertwined into one."
"In 2001, the Earth Resources Satellite of M Country discovered deformation and uplift in the western part of the South Sisters volcano, indicating that the underground magma chamber was close to overflowing. At the beginning of this year, a swarm of earthquakes occurred in the uplift area, and thousands of small
Earthquakes are coming one after another, and geological activity is very active."
"Therefore, geologists believe that it is one of the "highly dangerous" volcanoes in country M, or one of the volcanoes with the highest probability of eruption, much higher than the Yellowstone volcano. Once it erupts, it may reach level 6 or even level 7.
, equivalent to a magnitude 9.3 to 9.8 earthquake."
"In comparison, the famous Mount Fuji is just a mid-to-upper level 5 volcano, and the power of its eruption is only an 8.7-magnitude earthquake. The lesser-known VEI-8 super volcanoes like Shira volcano are the real
Destroying heaven and earth is enough to kill the entire R."
"So, among the many volcanoes involved in the so-called 'Volcano Exploration Competition,' Mount Fuji may be at the bottom?" Shi Yiguang asked with interest.
"It can't be said that. At least Mount Fuji is among the most active. It has been possible to erupt in recent years, and it deserves its reputation as a 'terminal'." Zhao Qing responded: "And the level of volcanic eruptions in history,
It doesn’t mean it can’t unleash greater power.”
"First let's take a look at the Three Sisters Volcano. As the venue for the opening ceremony of this competition, it is also where the contestants gathered for the first time."
"Actually, the deadline for registration for the 'Pacific Rim Volcano Exploration Competition' is today at 20:00, followed by the late-night opening ceremony. Contestants from all over the world are making final supplies and exchanging information, waiting for tomorrow morning
The official start of the competition.”
"According to reliable intelligence, event organizers have arranged multiple secret entrances and evacuation points here to control the progress of the competition and ensure the safety of participants - although this safety seems so ironic in an extreme competitive environment."
"We can start from here and uncover the first layer of this 'game'."
"Not bad." Fingel made a suggestion: "Perhaps, we can use the identity of the contestants to sneak into it. In this way, we can not only observe the operation of the event up close, but also look for opportunities to communicate with those who may be coerced.
The contestants get in touch and help them escape."
"But now we have to rush from Scotland to Oregon, and we have to pass a special test before we can successfully register. The time is undoubtedly too tight." Shi Yiguang thought about it: "We don't have extra manpower... just to maintain the newly captured troops.
The normal operation of the Temple Society headquarters is already very difficult."
"Don't think too much, these are just small roles. As for the contestants, I already have suitable candidates." Zhao Qing replied: "Just like the previous Scientology, they are just new chess pieces launched by the mastermind behind the scenes.
Come test us and make a series of layouts..."
If nothing unexpected happens, this large-scale volcano adventure race is not as simple as it seems on the surface, but has many layers of planning that need to be dealt with carefully.
…
More than ten hours passed by in a blink of an eye. In the evening, the campground near the three sisters was brightly lit, reflecting the glittering lake at the foot of the mountain with colorful lights, and the registration venue was bustling.
The figures of the contestants were looming in the firelight and smoke, and their faces were either nervous, excited, or scared.
Above the South Sisters volcano, a disc-shaped lenticular cloud floated leisurely, as if it put a huge and mysterious "straw hat" on the volcano. Suddenly, a bolt of lightning tore through the darkness, like a huge silver tree rising from the bottom of the volcano.
It grows freely upwards, its branches spread, and its light is dazzling.
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! The light of lightning reflects the billowing smoke, showing strange colors, red, purple, and blue, intertwined together, like a dream.
It is also terrifying. From time to time, low roars are heard from the crater, as if a giant beast is roaring deep in the earth, reminding people of its power and majesty.
In the distance, the personnel responsible for organizing the event were busy shuttling back and forth. Their expressions were serious and indifferent, as if they had long been accustomed to all the dangers. The contestants were seizing the time to make preparations, check equipment, and exchange information. The atmosphere was tense and tense.
Depressed.
"With 2 hours and 45 minutes left, this is your last chance to sign up to compete - to win the $500,000 entrance fee."
A manager wearing an exoskeleton armor with his face hidden under a helmet walked to the parking area by the lake, pointed at the South Sisters volcano in the distance, turned on a strong searchlight, shined it directly, and said coldly:
"Have you seen that hiking trail? Your goal is to carry your hang glider and related flight equipment, hike to this 10,363-foot peak before the deadline, and get any free shot in the 'Teardrop Pool' on the top of the mountain.
We put a gold coin in it beforehand, and then glided back down the mountain."
"Note that you are not allowed to carry any weapons when you set off, and you are strictly prohibited from attacking each other during the climb. However, after you get the 'Fallen Angel Gold Coin' and enter the gliding stage, this rule will be lifted - whether it is stones, ice crystals, or
Water bottles and climbing ropes can both be used as tools for air combat."
"The last 50 places belong to the first 50 people to return to the camp. Among them, the top ten players with comprehensive performance will receive a small amount of crucial 'starting points'. As for those who return later and are eliminated, in addition to hypnosis to clear their memories
, I can only get a consolation reward of one thousand dollars."
When this person said this, he already took out a starting gun in his hand: "Of course, for the sake of cooperation required in formal competitions, you can also try to form a temporary team, but as individual players who are not familiar with each other, such an option
Whether it's good or bad, it's hard to say."
"How is it possible to climb the 10,000-foot peak in more than two hours?" Someone cursed in a low voice: "It's simply a despicable fool. Even the top mountaineers don't have such speed, let alone us amateurs.
player."
"That being said," another strong player frowned and said, "But I think the organizers will not set up such obstacles for no reason. Maybe there will be unexpected help along the way, and there are some ways to
Shortcuts to take advantage of.”
"Obviously, there is no need to form an alliance and form a team before the mountaineering stage reaches the end." Some smarter people glanced at others, and while sorting out the equipment they carried, they said to themselves:
"It's a two-hour journey. Who knows if the teammates I found at the beginning will be separated by a large distance when climbing the mountain? Only in the final gliding battle stage, the teammates can barely play a role."
Although it was unknown when the administrator fired the order, everyone present, except for a few who had decided to give up after hearing such a difficult and high-risk registration trial, all rushed to the place where the hang gliders were stacked.
At the same time, Ronald Tang squeezed forward at the edge of the crowd, looking through the layers of clouds and mist, directly towards the peak of the South Sisters volcano that was dyed red by the setting sun. His heart moved, and he quickly followed the voice in the earphones.
"Old Immortal" got in touch:
"Master, you said that participating in this 'Pacific Rim Volcano Exploration Competition' can awaken my hidden power. What exactly is going on?"
