Dukao suffers a setback

A brief silence fell over the communication channel, with only Dukao's heavy breathing audible.

A few seconds later, a helpless sigh was heard.

"Ah Jie, Rose, mission changed. Evacuate the scene immediately and return to the academy."

Dukao's voice carried a hint of barely perceptible fatigue and caution.

Upon hearing this, Ah Jie visibly breathed a sigh of relief.

He turned to Cang Yu, apologetic smile on his face, and nodded slightly, then gestured with his eyes to urge Qiang Wei beside him.

Rose gave Cang Yu a deep look, her gaze complex, as if she were re-examining this mysterious and powerful man.

Before turning to leave, she paused deliberately, and her gaze met Cang Yu's for a full two seconds.

The previous displeasure was gone from his eyes; in its place was a look of inquiry and an indescribable depth.

Then, she turned around decisively and disappeared with Ah Jie at the villa entrance.

After the people from the Super God Academy left, only Cang Yu, the two angels, and the still unsettled Qi Lin remained in the living room.

Qi Lin looked at the "helpful citizen" who was both familiar and unfamiliar to her.

He glanced again at the two legendary angels beside him, took a deep breath, and tried to make his voice sound calm:

"Cang Yu... um..." she tentatively used the name, her fingers unconsciously twisting the hem of her clothes.

"Everything that happened tonight... that monster, your... armor, and... what's going on? Has our world always been like this?"

Her questions were somewhat disorganized, but they genuinely expressed her confusion and desire for answers after her worldview collapsed.

Seeing the confusion in Qi Lin's eyes, Cang Yu didn't rush to explain. Instead, he gently asked...

"In your understanding, Qilin, what should the world be like?"

Qi Lin paused for a moment, then subconsciously answered:

"It is... scientific and orderly. Although there will be crime and darkness, it will all be within the scope of law and common sense."

"So, starting tonight, you might need to get to know this world anew."

"Extraordinary powers have always existed in this world."

"There is also an organization called the Super God Academy on Earth, although strictly speaking, the Super God Academy does not belong to Earth."

"For example, Rose and A-Jie, who just left, were 'super soldiers' trained by the Super God Academy."

Cang Yu uses specific examples as a starting point to make the explanation more intuitive.

"The so-called super soldier can be simply understood as an 'upgraded' human being created by using cutting-edge technology far beyond the current era to enhance and modify the human gene and body."

They have surpassed the physiological limits of ordinary people, possessing extraordinary strength, speed, or lifespan.

He further explained:

"Furthermore, each super soldier has different strengths and development paths; some are skilled at manipulating energy."

Some are proficient in time-space technology, while others possess unimaginable regenerative abilities.

At this point, Cang Yu paused slightly, his gaze landing on Qi Lin with a gentle yet meaningful look, before subtly shifting the subject:

"Speaking of which, Qilin... have you ever realized that your own eyesight seems to be exceptionally good, as if it were extraordinary?"

Qi Lin was taken aback by this sudden question.

But she still answered, "Yes...yes. My eyesight is indeed very good, and I seem to be able to see farther and more clearly than the average person."

Cang Yu smiled and nodded, then revealed a fact that left Qi Lin speechless:

"Actually, the reason lies in the fact that you also possess super genes. In essence, you are also a super soldier, but the genes within you are currently in an inactive, dormant state."

"Huh?! Me...me too?! I can have superpowers too?!"

Qi Lin's eyes widened instantly, and a look of surprise and barely suppressed excitement involuntarily appeared on her face.

Seeing her expectant look, Cang Yu timely poured cold water on her enthusiasm, bringing the explanation back to reality:

"Don't overthink it. The gene you possess is called 'Divine River Generation 1 - Divine River Sniper'."

He explained in a calm tone,

"Its main advantage lies in the comprehensive improvement of physical fitness, such as stronger physical strength, faster speed, and most notably, extraordinary vision."

But apart from that, it won't grant you special abilities like flying, teleporting, or manipulating elements; you'll still die if hit by a powerful weapon.

A blush crept across Qi Lin's face. After hesitating for a moment, she asked softly, "Then... how can this super gene be activated?"

"Activating genes isn't difficult; all you need is energy. I can help you activate them," Cang Yu said.

Qi Lin remained silent; she knew nothing about these things.

She wasn't sure if activating the so-called super gene in her would have any negative effects on Cang Yu.

Seeing Qi Lin's hesitant expression, Cang Yu roughly guessed what she was thinking.

"Don't worry, it's just activating genes, it won't affect me in any way. But... have you thought this through? Once the genes are activated, you'll never be able to stay out of it again."

"Earth is about to face an invasion from another planet..."

Qi Lin's pupils contracted sharply at this sudden and bombshell news.

"Alien...invasion?" This word, to her, had only existed in science fiction movies and online novels.

However, considering the monsters and angels she had witnessed that night, she understood that Cang Yu was not joking.

The immense shock left her speechless for a moment. She subconsciously glanced around the cozy living room, where the familiar city lights shone through the window.

Is this tranquility about to be shattered soon?

The silence lasted for almost a minute. Qi Lin's gaze gradually hardened from initial shock to determination.

She thought of her colleagues who were injured or killed in the monster attack, and of the oath she had taken when she wore her police uniform.

Protect the people and maintain order.

If a crisis is inevitable, if she can become stronger and protect more people... then what is there for her to hesitate about?

She took a deep breath, raised her head, and met Cang Yu's gaze with clear and firm eyes:

"I've thought it through. Please help me activate my genes."

"As a police officer, protecting this city and its people is my duty. If the future is truly that dangerous, I have even less reason to back down."

Hearing Qi Lin's answer, Cang Yu wasn't surprised, but his tone was somewhat downcast: "If this is the choice...?"

Hmm? Qi Lin was a little confused upon hearing this. What choice?

Cang Yu did not answer her question directly, but gently placed his raised right hand on Qi Lin's forehead.

Qi Lin instinctively closed her eyes.

Just a few seconds later, Cang Yu's calm voice was heard: "All done."

Qi Lin opened her eyes as instructed. Almost the instant her vision cleared, she sensed a sensation completely different from before.

The world has become "high definition" like never before!

Her gaze unconsciously swept across the living room, then instantly fixed on the kitchen.

Even from a distance of nearly ten meters, the small print of ingredients on the soy sauce label on the table, which was originally blurry, was now as clear as if it were right in front of me, with every stroke and line clearly visible!