"Due to the fact that we conducted large-scale physical examinations on the surviving population to select potential MANTIS hosts before the Eleventh Herrscher's advent, less than 1% of the remaining people have a chance of becoming a MANTIS, and the quality of these hosts is extremely poor."
"Among these five million-plus people, The MOTHs Who Chase the Flame will extend invitations for the surgery. It is estimated that approximately 200 new MANTISes can be created. They will board the 'All-Thing Revival' to the new era."
"As for the remaining four hundred thousand-plus people, they will share the remaining 4,780 slots. The selection for these slots will not be based on wealth or social status, but will be carried out according to the following two major criteria."
"First, individuals with special professions such as doctors, scientists, wilderness survival experts, and teachers will have priority."
"Second, the selected individuals must be in good health. Anyone suffering from chronic diseases such as diabetes or coronary heart disease will be directly disqualified."
"Of course, if those with chronic diseases successfully become MANTISes, the second rule will be waived."
As she finished speaking, Dr. MEI's expression remained unchanged. She closed the file and casually swept her gaze over the others.
Among them, Mobius, Klein, and the other members of the "rebirth faction" were completely unfazed, while the others, with the exception of Kalpas, all looked heavy-hearted.
Dr. MEI sighed and turned her gaze to Li, speaking softly.
"Originally, I was worried that this plan could not be perfectly implemented. After all, we all know the character of those in the high command."
"Li, since you've returned, you should be able to continue keeping the high command in check and prevent them from acting rashly, correct?"
"Of course. You can leave that to me without worry." Fu Li nodded confidently, not giving the matter a second thought.
He certainly couldn't defeat the Herrscher of the End, but when had the MOTHs' high command not been ground into the dirt by him?
Even at the final hour, when they no longer feared death, Fu Li could end their lives with a single thought.
The high command? Weren't they just tools to be used for providing funds and management?
"Alright. This meeting is now concluded. Kevin will give you the specific work arrangements tomorrow. Aponia, Li, you two stay behind."
"Understood."
In the conference room, everyone stood up to leave.
As Mobius passed by Fu Li, she suddenly reached out and tugged on the corner of his shirt, whispering:
"After your chat is over, remember to come to my room."
"Mm, got it."
Although he didn't know what Mobius wanted, Fu Li agreed out of instinct.
After giving Hua a reassuring nod, the door closed, leaving only Dr. MEI and Kevin in the room with them.
[You recounted the events that had transpired to Dr. MEI. Aponia, using the same reason as before, attributed everything to Elysia's wishes.]
[Although Dr. MEI had some doubts about this explanation, she was more interested in the fact that you had overcome the Herrscher consciousness.]
[You were not stingy. You and Aponia told them about the Theater of Domination and even took them inside for a brief tour.]
[Dr. MEI had a sudden, whimsical idea to develop the place into a small ecosystem within Imaginary Space, but it was quickly rejected.]
[The reason was simple: the ecosystem was far too fragile for humanity and could not support human development or survival.]
[After that matter was settled, you went to Mobius's office.]
"What? You want me to take off my clothes???"
Hearing Mobius's request, for a moment Fu Li felt as if there was something wrong with his ears.
"Hm?"
In response to Fu Li's disbelief, Mobius simply raised an eyebrow, wearing an expression that said, Is that strange?
"Li, as a researcher, the physical body is nothing more than carbohydrates in my eyes. Besides, I only want to examine your body."
"But, I remember that with our lab's equipment, there's no need to take off your clothes unless it's for surgery..."
Fu Li looked at Mobius, feeling that something was off.
However, upon hearing his doubt again, Mobius turned her head. Her stern expression made Fu Li feel as if he had been transported back to the very first simulation.
"Li, be good. We've cooperated so many times. Do you still not trust me?"
"This... sigh, alright."
Bowing to Mobius's authority, Fu Li sighed and reluctantly began to take off his clothes.
Three hours later, after an examination by Mobius that was meticulous to the extreme, Fu Li was finally able to escape. He threw his clothes back on and fled the laboratory as if his life depended on it.
Mobius, meanwhile, leaned against a table with a look of someone who hadn't quite had her fill. The pleased smile on her face, however, indicated that its owner was very satisfied.
"Doctor, why didn't you take the opportunity to secretly get a sample?" Klein asked, puzzled. Mobius just snorted in disdain.
"What would I do with that? Am I supposed to make a test-tube baby, like Dr. MEI?"
"Klein, you need to think long-term. Li's cycles are clearly not over yet. There's no need to be in such a hurry."
"That... Doctor, you have a point."
So you really did think about it, didn't you?
Knowing her doctor all too well, Klein secretly glanced at Snakey and rolled her eyes internally.
Since her doctor was content to slowly stalk her prey, she couldn't be blamed for making a move on Dr. Li first.