"Indeed, he is Li Ming."
After comparing the data, Satoris placed the metal briefcase on the table and said indifferently, "One E-level and one F-level gene refinement potion each."
The Yitelan personally escorting them was proof enough of their uniqueness.
"Thank you, Your Excellency." Li Ming stepped forward, took the briefcase, and without waiting for Satoris to acknowledge him, left straight away with his people.
"Don’t mind it, the Yitelan are the only Advanced civilization of the Silver Star Cluster, and they can be somewhat arrogant," Professor Xia consoled him.
Li Ming shook his head, naturally not letting the other’s behavior affect his emotions.
Back in the classroom, Qi Xing and others seemed to be discussing something important.
Zhao Jingang looked righteously indignant at the moment, "These attacks, definitely the doing of the Sela Civilization, they constantly provoke us at the border, and I bet the biological viruses in the Heluo Star System have something to do with them."
"We must not make careless accusations," Roth said gravely.
"It’s common knowledge, what do you mean by careless accusations?" Zhao Jingang retorted coldly.
"Roth always plays safe with his words," Qi Xing said nonchalantly, "Last time, they suffered a setback because of that mineral star, for sure they would want to recoup their loss."
"I heard that the Star Creation Company stole ores from the Silver Grey Star, and part of it was sold to the Sela Civilization."
The others noticed Li Ming had returned, their eyes swept over the metal briefcase at his feet but didn’t stop the discussion because of it.
"The Sela Civilization delegation will soon come to discuss the recent dispute," Qi Xing continued.
"Where did you get that info?" Zhao Jingang frowned, with the others also looking over.
"Heard it, heard it, do you understand the concept of ’heard it’?" Qi Xing propped up his legs on the table, "The Sela Civilization is suspected of liaising with a certain Yitelan prince. This time, they mean no good."
The expressions of the group darkened slightly, and this time they didn’t ask where he got the news, apparently all aware of it.
Li Ming listened quietly on the side.
Today’s lecture was by Professor Xia, who explained the concept of a "bottleneck" in gene development progress.
"...Zu’er Research Institute states that there is an upper limit to the iteration and capacity of a life form’s cells. Constant development isn’t necessarily good; it could even damage the genes..."
Li Ming listened attentively and, combining his recent sensations, realized that indeed such a phenomenon existed, but it was still very mild.
At four o’clock, after finishing the class, Li Ming returned to the lab, eager to get back to his room. He took out the metal tube marked with the "F" level from the metal briefcase.
Following the instructions, he found a vein near his heart, and the needle went in, the liquid inside gradually pumped into his body.
After waiting for about five or six minutes, Li Ming, who had been calm, suddenly contorted his face, bulging veins appeared on his neck with a faint blue energy flowing within.
Excruciating pain swept through his whole body, forcing him to curl up. Beneath his pale skin, the web-like veins protruded, his heart thudded rapidly like the beating of a drum, and his pupils were covered with faint blue sparks.
The ordeal lasted for roughly half an hour before Li Ming finally took a long breath. His bedding was soaked with sweat, and the intense pain receded, leaving only a forceful vitality.
He could not help but clench his fist as sparks crackled, swiftly heading to the exercise room. Clenching his fists, he tensed his muscles and swung his upper body to bring up his full strength.
Boom—a D-level energy suffix punch, even without any enhancement, he was able to deliver a punch with D-level suffix power.
"Hoo..." Li Ming looked slightly exhilarated, "No wonder those guys were almost drooling over this."
This gene refinement potion was indeed powerful; at the corresponding level of gene development, it could further boost strength by about 10%.
It might not seem much at low-level but at high levels, it made all the difference.
More importantly, this stuff was limited in supply yearly, only given to the first, and if missed, it was gone for good.
The power possessed by the life forms of a High civilization likely far exceeded normal life levels.
Li Ming was in high spirits, so he continued to train there until after nine at night when Li Ruoning came to find him.
"The Xunying Company?" Li Ming spread his hands wide, letting the water cleanse his body, his eyes filled with inquiry.
Li Ruoning stood not far away, trying to remain calm with her gaze fixed on Li Ming, but she couldn’t help glancing elsewhere occasionally.
Why is he so nonchalant, like a seasoned player? The star-web says he’s never had a girlfriend...
Li Ruoning muttered to herself while responding, "The Xunying Company is a competitor to the Star Creation Company, they overlap in many areas of business."
"I speculate they have come this time for the newly discovered mineral on Silver Grey Star—crystal gold ore." Li Ruoning, clicking on the tablet terminal, projected a huge screen.
"Crystal gold ore, which has extremely high energy conductivity, even surpassing zirconium crystals, is preliminarily estimated to be a very precious industrial metal ore,"
"The new ore wasn’t included in the original contract, so it requires a new bidding process. The Xunying Company’s visit is likely aiming to use your influence to gain mining rights."
Li Ming pondered, "Where are they?"
"In the reception room."
Li Ming dressed and followed Li Ruoning to the reception room. As soon as he sat down on the sofa, several people immediately stood up, and the leading man quickly stepped forward to extend his hands.
"I’ve long admired your name." The enthusiasm on his face wasn’t fake, he introduced himself, "My name is Deng Bo, Assistant to the Board of Directors."
"Assistant Deng, hello." Li Ming smiled and exchanged a brief greeting, after which each took their seats.
Deng Bo looked around with a sigh, "When I first heard about Li Ming’s achievements, I thought they were fairy tales. I even told my people, how could someone like that exist."