"Jarvis, retrieve the heart-shaped herb, prepare the serum, and activate the VITA rays simultaneously. We're ready to begin!"
The superhuman serum enhances strength, agility, senses, and physique to the limits attainable by humans. Coupled with the heart-shaped herb's properties, these abilities can transcend human limits.
Combining the two could yield unprecedented results, though even Fang Yan couldn't predict the outcome.
"Give me a moment, sir."
Jarvis' soothing voice echoed as Fang Yan was assisted by micro-robots to the side of the biological chamber.
This four-dimensional chamber ensured Fang Yan's safety during the experiment. In case of adverse reactions due to the combined drugs, he could be protected and stabilized.
Today, he's just an ordinary human on Earth—neither possessing peak physique nor intelligence.
These precautionary measures were essential.
Fang Yan laid down shirtless in the chamber, where an injection tube was automatically released, administering penicillin into his body.
"Hoo, Jarvis, I'm ready."
All was set, marking a critical and historical moment.
"Jarvis, the success of this experiment, and our theory, hinges on this."
"Sir, it's an honor to work alongside you. Have faith in your abilities—I certainly do."
Micro-robots placed the serum and heart-shaped herb potion in the chamber. The serum was positioned accordingly, while the potion was handed to Fang Yan.
"Begin with the heart-shaped herb, please, sir. I will manage the subsequent steps. Also, based on our data, combining the two substances may induce pain exceeding the human threshold of twelve. Would you like me to prepare pain relief measures or tranquilizers? The chamber can administer them automatically."
However, faced with Jarvis' suggestion, Fang Yan merely smiled and replied, "No need, Jarvis. If I want to fully absorb the superhuman serum, my body must experience every aspect—including pain. Moreover, combining it with the heart-shaped herb won't change that."
"I'm not one to back down from a challenge."
Jarvis' familiar offer evoked thoughts of another parallel universe's Jarvis. The similarities between the two artificial intelligences were striking.
"Alright, Jarvis, I'm ready."
With determination, Fang Yan's eyes gleamed as he spoke.
"Very well, sir. First, consume the heart-shaped herb. Then, leave the rest to me. I will guide you through the subsequent stages."
With no further ado, Fang Yan ingested the heart-shaped herb.
Curious about the taste, he was surprised to find it virtually tasteless upon consumption.
"Crack!"
Following Fang Yan's ingestion, micro-robots secured him in a corset, sealing the biological chamber. The clear, sky-blue serum was already loaded in the chamber's slot.
"Sir, we may proceed."
As Jarvis' voice faded, the blue serum in the slot flowed down and swiftly entered Fang Yan's body.
The heart-shaped herb also began its effects, its fiery sensation gradually intensifying within Fang Yan.
"Jarvis, remember my directive: under no circumstances should you halt the procedure. This is an order."
"Of course, sir."
Satisfied, Fang Yan closed his eyes, bracing himself against the impending discomfort.
His immense experience in the universe had fortified him against such pain. The heart-shaped herb's effects couldn't weaken his resolve; the real challenge lay ahead.
"VITA ray, energy storage complete—begin!"
Within the four-dimensional chamber, the VITA rays activated under Jarvis' command.
"Begin at 10% intensity."
As the VITA rays initiated, Fang Yan felt a surge of fiery energy envelop his body, penetrating even his bones.
Transformation was underway.
At 20% intensity, a white glow suffused the chamber.
"Increase to 30% intensity!"
As the VITA rays reached 30%, the chamber was flooded with brilliant white light. Fang Yan's relaxed brows suggested that the fusion of the serum and heart-shaped herb was underway, an unexpectedly comforting process.
"40% intensity!"
"50% intensity!"
"60% intensity!"
"70% intensity!"
At 70% intensity, the intense white light radiated from the chamber, illuminating the entire laboratory as if bathed in daylight.
If one could peer through the brilliance, they'd witness Fang Yan's content expression, as the serum and herb interacted harmoniously.
"80% intensity!"
With each incremental increase, the searing agony escalated, Fang Yan's shrieks growing louder.
Yet, he persisted. The first and most vital step in his quest in this world required endurance and determination.
"90% intensity!"
"100% intensity!"
When the VITA ray reached 100%, the lab's blinding light peaked before abruptly fading, the excruciating pain following suit.
Replaced by warmth, the aftermath was oddly comforting.
"Ah, much better."
Relief emanated from Fang Yan as the warmth replaced the agony.