It took a day to complete the cleaning and preparation work. Eddie closed his eyes, maintaining clarity in his mind.
As the virus spread, he felt intermittent stinging sensations. Now, the goal was to stay awake and visualize his desired form.
The virus would subtly undergo cryogenic modification, guided by the brain's will.
Alexia looked at Eddie in the cryogenic pod, as if seeing her past self.
Perhaps it was due to responsibility that she seemed a bit aggressive, and her aggressiveness stemmed from the timing being ripe.
No one knew how long this process would last; a perfect fusion would take a certain amount of time to reach a perfect state, with the virus merging with the cells.
Under the influence of the Veronica Virus, a faint cocoon covered the three, forming unique pupae.
This was a method of formation mimicking insects, like a caterpillar turning into a butterfly.
"You all go about your business; I'll watch over things here.
During this time, January, monitor the surroundings well.
If anyone comes, I will use my pets to eliminate them.
No one can disturb him!" Alexia's beautiful eyes gleamed with coldness.
Without Eddie to restrain her, she reverted to her queenly demeanor.
Chapter 397: Carla Targeted
Morgan had already had his corporate alliance produce preliminary marine viruses.
Coupled with the research of Dr. Mueller, the former senior research director of Umbrella, a new type of marine Tyrant was already being developed.
This new Tyrant did not necessarily show an increase in power compared to the previous Thanatos Tyrant, but it maintained unique stable control capabilities.
Moreover, it was more suitable for operations in the ocean, and not weak on land, making it more fitting as a collectible.
Simmons was aware of this but did not inquire, as he was also actively seeking opportunities to elevate the Western Federation's international standing.
Maintaining hegemony was crucial for him to secure his position as leader.
However, the Western Federation's international standing was gradually declining, especially with the affordable drugs jointly developed by Mysterious Pharmaceutical and Tricell Pharmaceutical, which had a strong market in Europe.
The logistics industry under online shopping had solved the employment problem for millions of people.
This was something Bridges, a member of the Senate, had proposed and spearheaded.
This event once earned him very high approval ratings, seemingly indicating his intention to run for some positions in the next election.
This made it impossible for Simmons to act against Eddie; if he disrupted Eddie's business, millions of people in the Western Federation would lose their jobs, and the resulting riots would further set back economic strength.
This was a problem he could not afford, and at this moment, he realized how despicable Eddie was.
By linking himself with millions of residents of the Western Federation, dealing with him would come at a heavy cost.
As for playing dirty, Simmons dared not; he was already afraid.
The previous series of explosions and biochemical terrorist attacks had left him shaken.
If it weren't for his strong capabilities in covering things up, he would surely have been ousted.
Eddie was still principled, but his wife, Excella, was not so easy to deal with.
Simmons knew this and had dealt with her before.
Compared to such a femme fatale, Simmons would rather continue to contend with a true villain like Eddie.
Thus, during Eddie's period of modification and enhancement, Simmons, due to apprehension and lack of justification, missed the optimal timing to strike.
Six months prior, after the T-Virus spread from three urban areas, Simmons began recruiting personnel for experiments.
Experiments on Carla's Pupa Virus had significantly advanced the improvement of Carla's virus.
Within six months, Carla had perfected the removal of toxicity from both the Progenitor Virus and the Veronica Virus, and combined them.
This removal only addressed the high mortality rate, while the potency was correspondingly reduced.
The goal was to create the type of virus Simmons desired, one that most people could tolerate.
Witnessing eight thousand failed experiments, Carla's heart remained unmoved; her sole focus was to surpass Eddie, completely disregarding other matters.
Oriana, however, found an opportunity to slip away.
Her brother, Morpheus, had developed the latest model of the T+G Virus, which resolved the drawbacks of rapid intelligence decline and easy mutation deviation.
It was said that this virus could make her more beautiful.
Although not entirely convinced, she still wanted to find a chance to go and see.
After observing the Pupa Virus, Simmons discovered that it could indeed alter appearance to a certain extent.
To truly succeed, he would need to find a woman with similar genes to Ada.
He inadvertently discovered that Carla's genes bore some resemblance to Ada's, and a sinister idea gradually formed in his mind.
To use Carla as an experimental subject and transform her into Ada's likeness!
This thought made Simmons exceptionally excited.
This way, he could possess a complete Ada, loyal only to him.
This still required some preparatory work, a process of hypnotic brainwashing.
A method to make Carla completely obey him; as long as he found it, his wish could be realized.
On the other side, at the Caucasus Branch, Spencer grew even weaker; he had to rely on nutrient fluids to prolong his life.
The T-ALOS Project was progressing very smoothly, and it was time to begin an auction for biochemical weapons.
Trustworthy confidants began to search for cruise ships, inviting dignitaries from various regions to board, showcasing the power of biochemical weapons, and starting to sell orders.
"Cough, cough, my time is running out.
Sergei, I have found an island in the South Pacific; that is the last safe haven.
If anything happens to me, you must take Umbrella's last hope to that island.
Umbrella will be entrusted to you from now on.
Cough, cough!" Spencer coughed as he spoke.
Sergei stood before the frail Spencer, still very respectful, "You will be fine.
I have already begun reverse-engineering Alex's serum, and there will be results soon."
Spencer waved his hand, "Don't waste your effort.
I know that woman's schemes; once she decides something, she'll go to extremes.
I can hold on for a while longer.
The Western Federation is a good place for retirement."
After being deceived by Wesker, Spencer only felt that his godhood plan was missing a chess piece.
The reason he favored Wesker was entirely because he was a boy who could inherit the family business.
Alex, after all, was a woman and could not inherit the family business.
Alex's deception was the most hateful, as she swindled away half of all supplies.
The remaining half was only spared because the Caucasus Branch needed it.
"I will find those two traitors and kill them both.
Don't worry, you will get better," Sergei said solemnly.
As a general who had been fighting since the Tsarist Russian era, Sergei preferred to be called Colonel.
He was also not young.
It was because of the T-Virus that he was stronger than an adult.
This was the effect Spencer had dreamed of; at least with such a physique, he could continue to strive for another fifty years.
"Find them.
If they can be reused, then use them.
If not, kill them." Spencer thought for a moment and decided to kill the two traitors.
He had had enough of betrayal and would not accept a third time.
"I understand.
I will do it.
You rest first; I'll go prepare some things." Sergei nodded and left first.
He needed to check the progress of the T-ALOS Project to ensure it went smoothly.
Chapter 398: Electromagnetic Barrier That Can Annihilate Bullets
Eddie had not rested for a moment in these four months.
Under extreme lucidity, the virus's corrosion of the brain was almost nonexistent.
Furthermore, due to the enhanced extraction of the Alpha Parasite's brain marrow, other parts of his brain were developed, and his mental strength increased significantly.
The intensity of mental strength depends on the length of working hours; only those with weak willpower need sleep.
Alexia snapped her fingers, and vines pushed a dining cart over.
"How do you feel?"
"Alexia?" Eddie closed his eyes, then opened them again, his gaze now featuring compound pupils, appearing very eerie.
"It's me.
Did you forget?" Alexia nodded, her expression a mix of joy and confusion.
"No, I just didn't expect you to endure for me for so long." Eddie shook his head.
He knew exactly how much time had passed, but the reorganization phase only allowed him to remain conscious, not in control.
Fortunately, the reorganization and evolution were perfect.
With the neutralization of Lisa and Jessica's blood, he overcame all obstacles.
He became stronger, appearing slightly taller and more robust than before.
"Eat something first, then have your secretary brief you on what has happened during this time." Alexia waved her hand, pushing three dining carts in front of the three of them.
Twenty minutes later, Eddie stood on the ground, raised his hand, and a flash of electricity appeared almost instantly with his thought.
It was like an innate ability, and the current was strong, with a very high voltage, maintained at around 300 degrees.
The energy consumption was not much.
After the reorganization, his organs gained electrical resistance and could be controlled at will, seemingly reaching a perfect stage.
"Very good effect, you succeeded.
What about the electric barrier?
Want to try it?" Alexia took an assault rifle, a hint of a smile flashing across her cold, beautiful face.
"Come on, shoot me." Eddie crooked his finger, smiling wickedly.
Bang!
The bullet flew quickly.
As it approached Eddie, an invisible force generated, and a brilliant blue electric glow flashed, directly pulverizing the bullet.
Eddie frowned, "The consumption is more than just now, but it's fine; it can last for eighty minutes.
If I get more proficient, it should last even longer."
Dada da, Alexia continued to fire without any warning, also controlling seven or eight vines to operate assault rifles, firing simultaneously.
Countless bullets formed a storm of metal, engulfing Eddie.
A light blue barrier appeared, blocking and deflecting all the bullets.
Not a single bullet could hit him; this bizarre situation seemed utterly impossible.
With the magazine empty, Alexia threw the assault rifle aside, and a vine took the rifle.
"Good.
With more practice, even I won't be your match soon."
"You were never my match.
Once I'm done, I will give you the final treatment and evolution.
At that time, you will do the thing you least want to do." Eddie removed the electromagnetic barrier, walking step by step with a mischievous grin.
Alexia lightly stroked the golden hair by her ear, "Is that so?
Then I look forward to it.
I'm going to sleep.
It's been a long time since I had a proper rest."