Chapter 214: Chapter 0214 Mission_1
"The mission is to go to America, infiltrate a base, and obtain some technological data," Zhao Dawei said nonchalantly.
Zhang Bin was stupefied. He could have figured out with his toes that this mission was about acquiring the latest research data on Genetically Enhanced Humans.
Setting aside the sheer difficulty and danger of the mission, the very fact that the data could bring a great disaster upon the nation was reason enough for him to refuse.
So, he shook his head repeatedly. "Sorry, I cannot be a part of this mission. I advise you to abandon it completely."
"Why?" Zhao Dawei was astonished.
"I know you want to get the latest research data on American Genetically Enhanced Humans. But my sect elder told me that these Genetically Enhanced Humans have a fatal flaw," Zhang Bin said after a moment’s hesitation. "A horrible crisis might erupt in the future, and the Americans will surely suffer the bitter consequences."
"Your sect elder? He understands research on Genetically Enhanced Humans?" Disbelief was written all over Zhao Dawei’s face.
"My sect elder has lived for many years. He is vastly experienced and has even been to America, where he encountered Genetically Enhanced Humans and fought against them. Moreover, my sect elder is an expert in medical techniques, and his research on the human body is unparalleled, far beyond anything the Americans can compare to. That’s why he’s aware of the flaws in Genetically Enhanced Humans. He explained them to me in great detail before. He was also thankful that our country hasn’t developed Genetically Enhanced Humans yet; otherwise, disaster would not be far off," Zhang Bin said.
"How... how is that possible? Can you elaborate?" Cold sweat broke out on the foreheads of Zhao Dawei, Qian Bing, and Sun Tie.
"You wouldn’t understand even if I explained it to you," Zhang Bin said, a strange smile appearing on his face. "It’s better to have the person in charge of this project come here. I’ll explain it to them, and they will be able to understand."
Ever since he saw Hanbing Yun’s photo, he had Tutu look her up. Naturally, he found out that not only was Hanbing Yun an exceptional beauty, but she was also the Ph.D. and lead researcher overseeing the Genetically Enhanced Human project. He was certainly looking forward to meeting her in person, wondering if she was as beautiful as her photos suggested.
"You have to report to her, not have her come here to listen to you," Zhao Dawei said sternly.
"Heh heh..." Zhang Bin laughed. "Brother Zhao, let me tell you, don’t think she’s so great just because she’s a Ph.D. Compared to me, she’s leagues behind. I am the world’s number one Divine Doctor. She couldn’t develop the Bright Eye Liquid and Weight Loss Pills I did even if she researched them for a hundred years. So, she should be the one to come see me. And she must bring a tuition fee—two ginseng roots, each over five hundred years old."
He definitely didn’t want to go to Capital City. There were too many experts there, and perhaps even a powerful user with a Mind-Reading Ability who could read his thoughts. Moreover, he now had an archnemesis there, Ye Feng, who could recognize his scent as being the same as Chen Junheng’s. Since Ye Feng was also a member of the Special Action Team, Zhang Bin would likely run into him in Capital City. Even if they didn’t meet, Ye Feng might still catch his scent from a distance. The consequences would be severe, so he had to avoid such a situation at all costs. Since he knew the Special Action Team had ginseng over five hundred years old, it was only natural for him to hatch a plan to get some.
Strange expressions appeared on the faces of Zhao Dawei, Qian Bing, and Sun Tie, as if they were hearing something supremely absurd.
It was true. Hanbing Yun was a legendary figure in China. Her intelligence was unparalleled, she was incredibly erudite, and her scientific achievements were numerous. With her, China’s combat strength had climbed several levels. Most importantly, Hanbing Yun was a woman as pure as ice and snow, unbearably beautiful and enchanting.
In the eyes of the men from the Special Action Team, Hanbing Yun was a fairy from the Immortal Realm. At her merest summons, they would lay down their lives for her, willing to face any danger. But now, some insignificant peasant was shamelessly claiming to be better than Hanbing Yun? And he was demanding that she come to meet him? This was nothing short of heresy!
"Brother, I don’t mean to be rude, but compared to her, you’re like a firefly to the bright moon," Zhao Dawei said.
"Hahaha... Brother, you’re exaggerating. I’m just a few times better than her; I wouldn’t dare claim to be the bright moon," Zhang Bin laughed proudly.
The three men nearly fainted. Heavens, how could such a thick-skinned person exist in this world?
Zhao Dawei touched his forehead, not knowing whether to laugh or cry. "You’re the firefly; she’s the bright moon. So, you should be the one to go see her. Let’s not trouble her. She’s extremely busy with countless things to handle."
"What? I’m the firefly, and she’s the bright moon?" Zhang Bin stared at the three men as if they were idiots. "I have no idea how you reached that conclusion. I guess I’ve just been too low-key. Let me ask you this: can she cure Dawei’s infertility? Can she save someone whose throat has been slit?"
"Of course, she could. But a person’s energy is finite. Her research focus is different from yours, and her achievements are beyond anything you can compare to," Zhao Dawei said.
"Then let’s just pretend I never said anything. You continue with your mission, and I’ll continue being a farmer. You can all leave now. I need to get some rest," Zhang Bin said, letting out a yawn.
Anyway, he wouldn’t go to Capital City even if it killed him. At the very least, he couldn’t go at such a sensitive time. He had to wait a few months, until Ye Feng had completely forgotten that scent.
"You..." The three men were so angry they nearly spat blood, wishing they could rush over and give Zhang Bin a good thrashing.
However, they knew that even if all three of them ganged up on him, they stood no chance against Zhang Bin and would only get beaten themselves.
In the end, Zhang Bin still kicked them out.
Before leaving, Zhao Dawei said teasingly, "I’ll report what you said. I’ll even have her call you personally. Let’s see if you have the guts to refuse her then."
"Does that even need to be said? I’ll refuse her without a moment’s hesitation," Zhang Bin declared proudly. "I, Zhang Bin, am a man who stands tall and proud. I will absolutely not be tempted by a beautiful woman."
"How about we make a bet?" Zhao Dawei said with a mischievous laugh.
Does Hanbing Yun really have some kind of magic that can make a man lose his head and agree to her every request? Zhang Bin wondered to himself, but he still said fearlessly, "Bet on what?"
"If you lose, you will officially become a member of our Special Action Team, unable to refuse any mission from now on. If you win, I’ll take you to a really fun place. You’ll have such a blast, you won’t know what hit you," Zhao Dawei declared with immense confidence.
"A fun place? One where I’ll ’have a blast’?" Zhang Bin’s face filled with scorn. "Do I look like the kind of person who enjoys places like that? No bet! However," he added, "next time you go, remember to take me with you. I need to supervise you."