Legend of the Mythological Genes

Translator: Lordbluefire  Editor: Lordbluefire

“Ai? When did this newbie appear on the newbie rankings?”

“No, that’s incorrect. Look carefully, he has already assembled primeval genes and had changed sets completely multiple times. If not, it would be impossible for him to kill the monsters so quickly.”

“How did he know of so many genetic formulas?”

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There was a table of scores that recorded the numbers of enemy killed in the gene hunting ground. Right now on the newbie rankings, a virtual id named ‘Wukong’ rose up explosively in a straight line. Ranked #100 to #50 to #30, and very swiftly, his ranking arrived at the #10 rank.

Such a dazzling performance naturally attracted attention.

At the center of the gene hunting ground, there was a green mountain valley that had an elegant ambient, resembling paradise on earth. This place was different from the other hell-like place around the area.

This was the Wildgreen Immortal Valley of the gene hunting ground. It was like the safety zones of video games. In here, there was no need to worry about being attacked by the monsters in the hunting grounds. Humans could relax completely and enter virtual transactions to trade items with each other.

At this moment, a group of people gathered and was watching the change to the leaderboard as they marveled.

Genetic formula was the core element of genetic cultivation arts. Any types of genetic cultivation arts had to first start by developing the genetic formula, slowly evolving and transforming into a genetic tree before one could cultivate to the peak.

Hence, every single genetic formula represented a potential genetic cultivation art, a brand new pathway of cultivation.

When humans entered the gene hunting grounds, they would usually experiment with two or three genetic formulas which they were familiar with and choose a path suitable for themselves.

However, this ‘Wukong’ simply had a too outstanding performance. He would frequently change his genetic formulas and form primeval genes. What was he doing?

However, because this was a ground for the newbie, his ranking still didn’t cause them to be too overly shocked.

What they were observing was how many types of genetic formula did this Wukong know exactly.

“Quick look, he changed his genetic formula again.” There was someone who had already set up an image projection and was directly streaming the feed live as Feng Lin killed monsters.

The others here quickly looked over as all of them gasped in surprise.

“Is this still considered killing monsters? He is simply sweeping them aside with impunity. What a monstrous speed!”

Right now, Feng Lin was in an underground world that appeared to be the core of an unknown planet. The atmosphere was filled with sulfur-inducing magma; the ground was overgrown with moss, black vines, and other underground plants which depended on geothermal energy to survive. This place was surrounded by a myriad of caves and resembled a maze.

Hiss, hiss, hiss…

A low-sounding hissing could be heard. Next, numerous gigantic black silhouettes as large as bulls crawled toward him with great speed. Their orange irises stared at Feng Lin, exuding a bloodthirsty aura, wanting to tear him into pieces and swallow him up.

The magma emitted a dark reddish light which shone upon their faces. These creatures were actually huge lizards that could walk upright. Their powerful hind legs enabled them to stand up straight. All of them bared their fangs and hissed at Feng Lin.

Even before Feng Lin could see their appearances clearly, this group of lizards lunged over like devils, closing in on him at the next instant.

Their claws were their sharpest weapons. As their mass opened, a disgusting bloody smell permeated through the air. Balls of red light could actually be seen down their throats. They were actually capable of breathing out fire.

“Air cannon!” Feng Lin stood at his original location calmly. He didn’t even move a single step and didn’t panic at all. All of a sudden, his palms blasted out as the air compressed rapidly, converging at the center of his palm. Very quickly, a ball of white light formed and instantly explode outward.

BOOM!

The violent airwaves erupted forth with an ear-piercing sound.

Waves of air that were visible to the naked eye gushed forth with tremendous might in all directions around Feng Lin. They were akin to walls as tough as iron that expanded outward, crushing his opponents.

With only 30 cm before their attacks reached him, the lizards were slammed onto the stone walls and transformed back into streams of data as they vanished.

With a single strike, the originally chaotic scene was now completely still because of Feng Lin’s display of prowess.

Lizard Gene x3, Scale Gene x2, Sharp Claw Gene x2.

Feng Lin obtained another three kinds of basic genes once more. He kept them into his system inventory and stared silently at his currently equipped primeval genes. Among them, he could see a ball of spiraling air formed by many converging air currents, each spinning in different directions.

“As expected of a high-grade primeval gene! The power of the Air Cannon Gene is simply overwhelming!” Although this Air Cannon Gene was assembled by him, when Feng Lin used it to unleash its abilities, he was still deeply shocked by its might.

Air Gene x8 + Pressure Gene x9 = Air Cannon Gene

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Gene: Air Cannon Gene

Grade: High-grade primeval gene

Ability: Compress air to form an invisible and formless bomb

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Inside the Wildgreen Immortal Valley, the spectators were all startled badly when they saw Feng Lin’s tyrannical performance.

“How many genetic formulas does he know exactly?”

“Did you guys discover this? The primeval genes he assembled were all the strongest and most powerful ones among similar genes in the primeval genes level!”

“Now that you said it, it’s really true. Transforming into a treant, unleashing a blast of air cannon, controlling wind and thunder… These genetic abilities are all top-notched ones!”

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“Could this Wukong be a geneticist?” A two meters plus tall giant mumbled in a muffled voice suddenly.

The moment he said this, the expressions of others changed as understanding appeared. There was heat in their eyes as they stared at Feng Lin.

Genetic martial masters were a type of geneticists as well. They researched the mutual connections and evolution’s possibilities between genes and created genetic formulas, using these as the foundation to delve deeper into developing genetic martial arts and genetic cultivation arts.

This was the most reasonable explanation. If not, how could this Wukong know so many genetic formulas?

Where did this genetic martial master originate from? Who was he?…

They couldn’t help but feel that this Wukong who had just appeared, seemed to be cloaked in a mysterious veil, causing them to be unable to see through him.

The poor Feng Lin had no idea that each and every movement of his was completely seen and noted by others.

He retracted his gaze from the Air Cannon Gene. He discovered that the free combination of gene modules gave his genetic equation a free stage to experiment as much as he wanted to for different genetic pathways and their attributes. There was a myriad of transformations and there were no restrictions.

“My virtual id is called Wukong. Could this ‘no restrictions’ be a reference to the fact that the legendary monkey king was known to be able to transform into anything with no restrictions?” An amused smile appeared on his face as he contemplated.

Upon utilizing his genetic equation ability, Feng Lin obtained another brand new powerful gene formula.

Lizard Gene x7 + Scale Gene x6 + Sharp Claw Gene x5 = Giant Lizard Gene

Right now, the genes he obtained was still insufficient. Hence, Feng Lin continued to use the Air Cannon Gene to kill as many monsters as he could in the hopes of obtaining more gene modules.

Right now, numerous streams of data manifested around him, forming the figures of other people. Feng Lin didn’t feel too surprised by this. He knew that he wasn’t the only one in the gene hunting ground. Before this, when he was in the other areas, he had already seen many other people also hunting the monsters there.

Feng Lin didn’t pay any attention to the other humans. He continued to use his air cannon ability, easily wiping out many of those lizards as he gained a large number of basic gene modules.

Feng Lin kept those gene modules in his inventory, however, he couldn’t help but start to feel that the atmosphere was a little strange now. Those people around him weren’t hunting monsters; all of them were standing to the side and watching him silently.

What are they doing?

Feng Lin contemplated a little but didn’t bother too much about it.

After he collected enough gene modules, he assembled a brand new primeval gene named the Giant Lizard Gene. This was a mid-grade primeval gene and could allow the user to transform into a human-shaped giant lizard.

After getting what he wanted, Feng Lin was prepared to leave. However, a figure suddenly walked out and stopped him.

“Hold up, please…” The silver-haired man had a face filled with reverence as he respectfully called out.

“This martial master… I wonder if I can buy a primeval gene module from you?”

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Translator: Lordbluefire  Editor: Lordbluefire

No matter who it was, when someone suddenly came out and referred you as a master, you would definitely be stunned.

“You must surely be a genetic martial master. I’ve been observing you as you cleared the monsters and discovered that you are experimenting continuously with many types of genetic formulas!” The silver-haired man spoke solicitously. “Can I offer 500 star coins to buy a primeval gene module from you?”

What? There’s such a good thing?

Feng Lin was puzzled.

Gene modules were virtual accessories, and one would be able to obtain them without using real money. But now, there was actually someone willing to spend 500 star coins to buy one from him?

Did this man mistake him as a genetic martial artist who specialized in genes evolution study?

Feng Lin thought it must be so.

But then again, one couldn’t help but say that with his genetic equation, he was truly an innate geneticist. No wonder others would be mistaken about his identity.

Since there was such a good deal before his eyes, he naturally wouldn’t miss out on it.

In any case, he had already tested out the power of all his gene modules and already knew how to evolve them. If he wanted to, he could assemble new ones anytime. Since he could use these old gene modules to exchange for real money, why not?

“Sure!” Feng Lin nodded.

“You agree?” That silver-haired man was extremely happy. He had a face filled with yearning. “Let’s do the trade now then.”

“What type of gene module do you want?” Feng Lin opened up his interface and showed his primeval gene modules to the silver-haired man.

The people in the surrounding all cast a glance, but they were completely stunned and started panting in disbelief. There were a total of 36 balls of light floating in the air. These were none other than 36 gene modules which represented a total of 36 genetic cultivation pathways.

How many genetic formulas did this man know?

A genetic martial master! This man is undoubtedly a genetic martial master, and he is definitely an expert among geneticists!

“I want this, this, and this. I want all of these!” At this moment, the silver-haired man felt stars dazzling his vision. He didn’t know what he wanted exactly. “Master, can I buy more than one gene module at the same time?”

“Sure!” Feng Lin nodded. Selling one more meant earning one more portion of money. He was naturally willing to do so.

That silver-haired man started for a moment before joy filled his expression. His judgment was good; he actually decided to buy a total of five gene modules in one go. He bought the Storm Gene, Magma Gene, Air Cannon Gene, Blizzard Gene, and the Treant Gene.

The virtual universe was connected to the real universe. There were no such things as virtual coins. Everyone was using real money.

Feng Lin stated his bank account number, and he soon received 2,500 star coins.

The silver-haired man happily kept the gene modules he had purchased. His eyes suddenly gleamed as he appeared to ask in a seemingly casual manner. “Gene master, may I ask which basic genes did you use to assemble the Storm Gene?”

Upon hearing this question, Feng Lin glanced sideways at him. His only response was “Hehehehe”.

He didn’t reveal anything.

What a joke.

Gene modules were not considered anything. What was truly valuable were the genetic formulas. This man wanted the genetic formulas for 500 star coins?

Even 5,000 star coins were not enough!

Wouldn’t it be an extremely foolish act if he revealed the secret?

Genetic formulas might appear simple, but it was actually something that could only be derived through countless amounts of research and development. The difficulty of creating a genetic formula was insanely high.

For example:

Airflow Gene x2 + Cloudmist Gene x3 + Moisture Gene x1 = Frost Gene

Airflow Gene x3 + Cloudmist Gene x4 + Moisture Gene x4 = Rain Gene

Many people all understood that the Airflow Gene, Cloudmist Gene, and Moisture Gene could be combined and assembled into two different sets of genes. However, only a rare few knew the following three other genetic formulas.

Airflow Gene x4 + Cloudmist Gene x2 + Moisture Gene x1 = Hurricane Gene

Airflow Gene x2 + Cloudmist Gene x5 + Moisture Gene x4 = Thunder Gene

Airflow Gene x6 + Cloudmist Gene x7 + Moisture Gene x5 = Storm Gene

As to why others didn’t know that there were three additional sets of genes which could be assembled, it was because there was a saying in cultivation—strengthening brooks for no regrets.

Once one overly strengthened a gene, there would be no way to reverse the strengthening process unless one used a gene rejection technique to completely remove the awakened gene. In addition, if one used that technique, it would mean that they would forever be unable awaken that particular mythological gene again. Also, the human body couldn’t withstand the usage of the gene rejection technique for too many times. In serious cases, overuse would cause one’s entire set of awakened genes to breakdown as that person became crippled.

In any case, although the virtual universe was just a simulation of reality, things couldn’t be created randomly without proper data to support it.

If you didn’t know the actual genetic formula and randomly strengthened your genes, the virtual universe would also find it impossible to assemble the gene sets.

Hence, for the development of every new genetic formula, the experience gained from the journey of countless people’s cultivation paths were the price needed. In addition, the more a gene was strengthened, the harder it would be to continue strengthening it. One needed great talent before they could do so.

An example was Feng Lin’s evolution path: the Monkey Gene x10 + Stonebirth Gene x10 = Stone Monkey Gene. It looked simple on the surface, but how would the common people of the Interstellar Era who awakened these basic genes be able to strengthen them to 10 points each?

Even elite and powerful cultivators didn’t discover this formula. What was the reason behind this?

The answer was very simple!

Because, both the Monkey Gene and Stonebirth Gene were the lowest-grade of all basic genes. It was normally tough to strengthen them by even three points, let alone strengthening them to ten points. This was simply outside of humanity’s limits. No one would waste their free genetic points on such trash genes in any case.

It’s like if a man wanted to be a giant, he can simply grow to three meters high. But can you do so?

Everyone knew that they would become a giant if they grew to three meters high. But why despite the research of so many scientists, one still wouldn’t be able to grow that tall?

Sometimes, it wasn’t that humans couldn’t think of the answer. It was the reality that told you some things just couldn’t be done.

And Feng Lin’s genetic equation precisely had the ability to turn the impossible into the possible. As long as he had enough free genetic points, he could break through the restriction of talent. This was the true overwhelming advantage of genetic equation. It could deduce unknown genetic formulas and allow Feng Lin to break through as long as he had enough genetic points!

If one didn’t have a high enough talent, it was impossible for them to deduce the strengthening limit of two low-grade genes and the fact that they could be combined into the Stone Monkey Gene. However, the genetic equation could precisely do this.

Those without the genetic equation could only depend on talent, or it would be impossible for them to gain so many strengthening points.

A genius compared to an idiot; things were already unfair at birth. Everything depended on one’s talent. The amount of talent one had would determine how far their imaginations could stretch. Hence it was only possible for those highly talented to discover high-grade genetic formulas.

After all, not everyone would have the monstrous genetic equation. From this, one could see that Feng Lin had gained an overwhelming advantage on the pathway of genetic cultivation.

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Feng Lin’s laughter continued.

This silver-haired man understood that his thoughts had been seen through by Feng Lin. He blushed, and in order to hide the awkwardness on his face, he hurriedly issued a friend invitation.

“Martial master, let’s add each other as friends. In the future, if you have such a good deal again, you can contact me at any time, I’ll definitely buy more!”

Seeing that he had such a foolish spendthrift before his eyes, Feng Lin naturally wouldn’t spare him. He nodded and accepted the friend request. A virtual id then popped up on his friend catalog “Silver-haired God of the Altair Star System!”

Feng Lin cast a strange look at the silver-haired man. One truly mustn’t judge someone by his appearance.

This man appeared to be an extremely handsome individual, who would have thought that he would have such a narcissistic name.

“Martial master, I want this gene module!”

“I want this!”

“Everyone scram, I’ll take the rest!”

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And now, upon seeing the successful purchase of the silver-haired man, the others crowded around respectively and started to choose the gene modules they wanted to buy from Feng Lin.

Feng Lin accepted all requests and very swiftly, all thirty-six gene modules were sold completely. He earned a total of 18,000 star coins.

There were simply too many wealthy individuals around here. To think that a virtual gene accessory could be worth so much money.

Feng Lin didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. He didn’t expect that he would earn his first pot of gold by doing something that was akin to playing a game to him.

This was easy money; it took no effort at all.

But after he thought deeper, things made sense. The virtual universe wasn’t simply just a game. It was a second world to humans that were incredibly realistic.

Since he could earn such good money here, Feng Lin even doubted his decision to go and become a geneticist intern.

No, this is wrong. He instantly cast aside his moment of doubt and hesitation and strengthened his resolve.

One couldn’t do anything without money, but that didn’t mean he would be able to do everything as long as he had money.

Knowledge was priceless. Knowledge was something money might not be able to buy. An example was the knowledge of a geneticist.

Only by interning in the Giant Pharmaceutical Company would he be able to further his understanding of the geneticist system, as he continued to expand his knowledge.

However, this path to money making in the virtual universe was also not bad, he wouldn’t give it up completely.

He could sell the gene modules he assembled on his virtual shop. This was making use of his genetic equation to earn money, and no one would be able to learn about the existence of his genetic formulas. Simply killing two birds with a single stone.

And just when Feng Lin was prepared to continue hunting monsters for gene drops, a sounding notification suddenly rang out in his mind.

“The six hour time limit is reached. The prohibition of access is taking effect, forcibly going offline initiated!…”

The virtual universe before his eyes wavered as they transformed into endless streams of data before dissipating from his vision.

“No more time!” Feng Lin sighed in pity. He kept himself immersed in experimenting with gene combinations and unknowingly, six hours had already passed in the real world, reaching the time limit prohibition.

He couldn’t accept all the friend invites sent by his ‘customer’ in time. His body suddenly transformed into a beam of light as he vanished completely.

“Ai, why did he suddenly leave so quickly?” Everyone had a look of astonishment and regret.

Feng Lin slowly opened his eyes and gazed at the scene outside his cabin,

The spaceship continued traveling at great speed, but now, a bright red planet could be seen before his eyes. On the surface of the planet, the undulations of green mountain ranges could be seen as the spaceship geared itself for landing.

He had arrived on Mars!

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