Chapter 441 - Chapter 441: Chapter 437: Smashing the Scene? You're Overthinking It...

Chapter 441: Chapter 437: Smashing the Scene? You’re Overthinking It…

Super God Evolution Research Institute.

Compared to its usual semi-closed state, the institute was today bustling with activity, with every building decked out in bright lights. The flow of people coming and going was relentless.

Today was the day that the Super Evolution Research Institute, built by the combined efforts of five financial groups, officially opened.

“There are even more people here than at the opening of the Undead Department at the Star Mechanics Academy.”

From the top-floor window, Bai Qi had an unimpeded view of the scene below and couldn’t help but sigh.

“Naturally. Despite the legendary Celestial Brilliance and Rune Evolution attracting many people, the Undead Department was still only focused on the undead,” said Professor Dong with a smile, “The attendees today, however, include researchers in a variety of fields such as runes, mechanics, biology, as well as representatives from various financial groups. Such a grand opening ceremony can definitely make its mark in the history of the Federation.”

“That’s overwhelming…how about you give the speech on my behalf?”

Upon hearing Professor Dong’s words, Bai Qi couldn’t help feeling apprehensive.

With so many people here, there were certainly quite a few critics. The thought of engaging in a spitball competition in front of such a crowd was rather daunting.

“I can’t. Everyone knows that you’re the director of the Super God Evolution Research Institute. Many people came here specifically for you. It wouldn’t be advantageous to the future of the institute if you didn’t show up,” said Professor Dong with a smile. “Don’t worry, you only need to appear once at the academic exchange. Everything else will be taken care of.”

“That’s right, my dad personally intervened this time. He’s essentially taken care of everything. You don’t have to worry,” Zhuge Chen assured him, “But you’ll have to handle the academic exchange yourself. I fear the event might get chaotic, so please control the situation.”

“I’m not sure if I can.” Bai Qi sighed helplessly, feeling somewhat impulsive as he recalled his decision a couple of days ago.

“Son, show them the spirit of the youngest Six Stage Beast Master. Don’t back down,” Luo Zhu, who had just come through the door, comforted Bai Qi after seeing his state.

“Mom, this is an academic exchange meeting, not a Beast Master duel. My rank is useless here,” Bai Qi replied, glancing at the ever-growing crowd below, “Never mind, since they’re here, the one who’d be challenged won’t be me.”

“That’s the spirit. Having already assumed this position, be bold. Plus, you’re not the only one in the Super God Evolution Research Institute,” Bai Yan patted Bai Qi on the shoulder and continued, “Even though we aren’t as impressive, our three research groups have made some progress.”

Upon hearing Bai Yan’s words, both Professor Dong and Professor Chu nodded.

Although Bai Qi started the research into Rune Evolution and Armament Evolution, that didn’t mean they were just decorative figures. After all this time, they had managed to make some breakthroughs.

“That puts my mind at ease.”

As long as he wasn’t expected to go on stage alone, he could always run off after speaking.

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Super God Evolution Research Institute Hall.

Zhuge Xu moved skillfully among the guests with a wine glass in hand, wearing a cheerful expression. There was no trace of the airs one would expect from the head of a financial group.

Not because he didn’t want to display his importance, but because at least half the guests in the hall had status and standing equal to his.

“Sorry for being late,” Cao Bin, Sun Tian, and Liu Bei jointly apologized, as they approached Zhuge Xu when he was in the middle of a conversation.

“You three actually have the nerve to apologize, when it was supposed to be a joint venture among the five of us, but in the end, I’m the only one bustling about,” Seeing their state, Zhuge Xu couldn’t help but get irritated.

“That’s not our fault; after all, the institute is built on your territory. You can always move it over to my place if you find it troublesome,” Cao Bin replied with a smile.

“I won’t trouble you all with that; I’ve already prepared everything before handing it over to you. Did I waste my energy?” Zhuge Xu immediately retorted, causing the trio to share a laugh.

Although it was a joint venture among the five of them, and there were future plans to set up branches, having the main institute situated in Gusu City was most beneficial to the Wuhou Corporation. They’d only believe if Zhuge Xu was willing to let go of this advantage.

“By the way, has the representative from Jiuli Group arrived?” Liu Bei asked after scanning the crowd.

“The Jiuli Group is quite a distance away, so they probably haven’t arrived yet,” Zhuge Xu shook his head and continued, “You guys really have it easy, just watching from the sidelines. You’d better provide some more funding in the future. If you can’t provide the manpower, you should at least provide the money.”

“Hahaha…I’ve already sent the best researchers from my corporation. It’s really heartbreaking to hear you speak like this,” Zhao Longxiang entered from the door, gave a hearty smack on Zhuge Xu’s shoulder and continued, “Long time no see, your health seems to be deteriorating.”

“Who wouldn’t appear frail compared to you,” Zhuge Xu rubbed his shoulder, glanced around and added, “Most of the people have arrived. You should all take your seats as well. The academic exchange meeting will start soon.”

Cao, Sun, and Liu nodded, but Zhao Longxiang’s face became serious as he said, “Don’t rush. There are many more people who need to come over.”

As soon as the words were spoken, several groups of people walked in from the outside.

“The Bo Ge family, the Yixiu family, the Brita family… Three of the Western Five Big Families have come, and the Zhonghu Consortium is also here.”

Zhuge Xu narrowed his eyes, even though he had sent invitations to all the families and financial groups, some forces they simply didn’t think would come.

Among them were the families in the west.

Zhuge Xu didn’t think these people truly came to congratulate, but he still plastered on a smile and went over.

“I apologize, I didn’t expect you all to come all this way, I was rude.”

“Chairman Zhuge doesn’t need to be so polite. We’re the ones who were late.”

A middle-aged man, who looked somewhat similar to Dean but was obviously even more composed, bowed slightly and said, “Our Bo Ge family has also been devoted to the study of beast evolution. With such a good opportunity, we should of course share it with everyone.”

“Mr. John is indeed well-prepared.”

With a flash in his eyes, Zhuge Xu turned to the Yixiu and Brita families and said, “Do you also think so?”

“Our Brita family came to discuss cooperation with Master Bai Qi. Back in Eden, Master Bai Qi seemed quite interested in our Bright Spirit Gold. Unfortunately, we didn’t get to talk in detail before Master Bai Qi left. After that, we mainly carried out small transactions via the Zhonghu Consortium. This occasion presents a good chance to discuss this matter.”

Charles Brita performed a classic greeting towards Zhuge Xu and asked, “Where’s Master Bai Qi now?”

“Bai Qi is currently preparing for the academic exchange. Would you like to take a seat first?”

“Alright.”

The group nodded and took their seats one after another under Zhuge Xu’s guidance. No words were exchanged among them; all they did was wait silently.

“Those who have come are not kind, Zhuge. Are you sure Bai Qi can handle it?”

Watching those people at the very front, Cao Bin squinted, asking.

“Absolutely no problem, unless these guys can breed mythological creatures, they absolutely cannot take the spotlight away from Bai Qi.”

Zhuge Xu nodded confidently, which only made others even more curious.

“With you speaking so highly, I am even more curious now.”

Zhao Longxiang laughed, then sat down with Cao Bin and the others. They began to discuss enthusiastically.

Thanks to the Super God Evolution Research Institute, the four of them had formed an alliance relationship. Now that they were reunited, they naturally had to thoroughly discuss cooperation.

Suddenly, all the invited guests arrived. Under everyone’s gaze, Zhuge Xu walked onto the stage.

“First, I want to thank all the guests for their presence, Zhuge Xu feels greatly honored.”

Zhuge Xu smiled, his gaze sweeping over everyone in the crowd, “Today is the official opening of the Super God Evolution Research Institute, and at the same time, also an academic exchange conference. I’ll bypass the usual pleasantries and get straight to the point.”

With that, Zhuge Xu moved aside, turned and gestured for Professor Chu and Professor Dong to come forward.

When those two appeared, some of the researchers who had been sitting calmly stood up, bending down slightly to show their respect.

Professor Dong, a role model in the rune realm.

Professor Chu, a role model in the mechanical realm.

Zhuge Xu started with pulling these two out; he didn’t plan to give them any chance to ruin the event.

This was not an academic exchange at all, but clearly, it was an academic exposition!

“Everyone, don’t be so polite. I, an old woman, cannot bear such a grand show of respect.”

Professor Dong gestured with her hands and said, “As an old woman, I really wasn’t planning to participate, after all, this is an era of the young. But, as the head of the Rune Evolution group at the Super God Evolution Research Institute, I can’t avoid it.”

When Professor Dong’s words were heard, everyone nodded. When rune evolution first emerged, it was Professor Dong who was in charge. Now that it has joined the Super God Evolution Institute, it’s only logical that Professor Dong continues to lead.

“I must admit that it is indeed a shame, but even after so much study, I still haven’t produced many significant results. However, now that we have this exchange conference, I thought it would be a good idea to share them and get some appraisal.”

Having said this, Professor Dong looked back, and the curtain behind her immediately opened, revealing a large machine. Inside, a Fire Maned Tiger Cub feebly lay on the operation table.

“This is a low-level elite Fire Maned Tiger Cub, one of the basic domesticated beasts in the Federation with the highest number of contracts currently. The highest evolution level known so far is the King-level Fire Crowned Tiger King.”

Professor Dong walked to the front of the machine, pressed a button, and the machine immediately started its operations, quickly carving a rune onto the forehead of the Fire Maned Tiger Cub.

Then, the light of evolution lit up, the Fire Maned Tiger successfully evolved into a Lord-level Furious Toothed Tiger.

A single rune evolution.

Everyone squinted slightly. Originally, the single rune evolution could only be used to evolve from a servant to an elite. The way Professor Dong made it seem, possibly, the application limit has been raised.”

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This progress was indeed good, but putting such a thing in this sort of event… it seemed a little unremarkable.

“Zhuge Xu, are you sure there really is no problem?”

Seeing this, Cao Bin squinted and quietly asked through the wireless communicator.

“Don’t worry, don’t you trust Professor Dong’s abilities?”

Zhuge Xu gave a cheeky smile, they were thinking too much about ruining the event.