Chapter 136 - 132
The space base is enormous, but there isn't much to do. The four younger ones are just wandering around with the others. The interior structure and decorations are quite different from the usual cold machinery; many warm elements have been added, making it brighter. Sunlight even reaches the upper levels during the day, illuminating the area.
If Dreykov could see his base transformed like this, he'd probably be angry enough to die all over again.
After exploring for a while, everyone gathered on the top platform of the base, which felt like a huge playground. Nearby, there was a theater, a fountain with rocks, and a swimming pool. An oval glass ceiling above blocked harsh ultraviolet rays and could automatically adjust sunlight, so the top floor stayed bright without the need for artificial lights.
Without hesitation, young Clarice opened a portal and brought out swimsuits, snacks, and other items from the manor. Those who wanted to swim swam, others enjoyed fruits, and some browsed the internet on their laptops. It was truly a leisurely atmosphere, so much so that I forgot to practice.
On the other side of the vast hall, Yelena, Melina, and Alexei began injecting the super gene serum. As soon as the serum entered their bodies, an astonishing transformation occurred. Their bones, cells, organs, and blood began to change in remarkable ways. Past injuries, even removed organs, began healing. It was as if they were soaking in warm spring water.
A powerful energy surged within, making the world seem more vibrant. My senses—smell, vision, and hearing—felt sharper and enhanced. It was an incredible sensation.
Yelena and Melina's heights shifted slightly as their bodies adjusted to an ideal form. Their pores became finer, their skin turned fairer and smoother, and their overall aura changed slightly, though their appearances remained mostly the same. Alexei, however, was transformed differently. His body fat melted away, revealing a massively muscular physique. Perhaps due to his prior injection with the super-soldier serum and his already large frame, his muscles looked even more intimidating.
He resembled a devilishly muscular figure, his veins bulging under his skin. But Alexei loved his new form. To him, muscles symbolized strength and power.
The strong Eastern European man happily started doing aerobics, raising his muscular arms and flexing to catch Melina's attention. She couldn't help but roll her eyes at him. This guy is just a big kid.
Yelena ignored their interaction, focused on adapting to her transformed body. She crouched slightly and then pushed off. Bang! With a massive burst of power, she shot upward like a rocket, nearly hitting the ceiling in an instant. Fortunately, she instinctively flipped and landed in a crouch on the ceiling. This brief moment of pause defied normal human coordination and control.
With a cheer and a little shout, Yelena jumped down from over ten meters up. "Wow! So this is why Natasha is so strong? It's incredible~!" As she spoke, she casually began a set of combat moves, each punch and kick accompanied by the whoosh of air. Her movements were packed with speed and power; she looked capable of taking down the most fearsome land predator.