The Post Sky Tipping Era

Huang Qiu's painful wails from the genetic potion injection echoed throughout the shelter, capturing the curiosity of many people. However, to protect this secret, Du Peng, Liu Gao, and Xu Li immediately arranged for several people to seal off this room, even taking out pistols and shotguns to deter any interference.

Among this residential area, these individuals held relatively high standings, so controlling the situation was quite easy.

Nonetheless, the pain brought on by the genetic potion was not something that sheer willpower alone could endure, especially for a local of this post-apocalyptic biochemical world like Huang Qiu, whose constitution was weak and malnourished, causing her protective body response to make her faint after enduring a while.

"Huang Qiu has gone silent, could she be dead?" Liu Gao glanced over, his face slightly changed.

No one expected the genetic potion injection to be so perilous.

But considering that this substance could alter one's genes, transforming one into a superhuman capable of facing those biological monsters head-on, such a price seemed justified, even if Huang Qiu failed and died, it would not affect his resolve to inject the genetic potion.

In this dark and dismal shelter, struggling for survival was not what he wanted; better to take a risk and change everything.

"Li Yi, Huang Qiu failed; let me be next, is that alright? I have the confidence to pull through." Liu Gao took a deep breath, stepped forward, and spoke earnestly.

"Let me do it, my body is stronger than yours; the hope of becoming a Genetic Warrior should be greater for me," Du Peng also said seriously.

"No matter how many lives it costs, if there's a chance to awaken as a Genetic Warrior, we all are willing to try," Xu Li decisively stated.

Li Yi observed their fearless demeanor and paused for a moment before saying: "She's not dead yet, if you want to become Genetic Warriors, you'll have to line up behind. Though acquiring power requires paying a price, however..."

He didn't continue.

If Li Yi activated the Life Repair Cabin, shielding Huang Qiu's pain sensory nerves, she wouldn't feel anything and could smoothly become a Genetic Warrior by simply lying down for a few tens of minutes.

The reason Huang Qiu's gene awakening was somewhat slow now was still due to insufficient constitution, needing the Life Repair Cabin for physical enhancement.

"Du Peng." Suddenly, Li Yi looked at the man.

"Yes." Du Peng responded promptly, his demeanor serious.

Li Yi said: "Including Huang Qiu, I can only help eight of you awaken as Genetic Warriors. Go find people you trust; any gender or age is fine but they need to have sufficient resolve."

"Your constitutions are too weak, as fragile as glass, shattering at the slightest touch. The genetic potion isn't suitable for you; I must first alter your physiques."

"I understand."

Du Peng immediately replied seriously, several suitable candidates appearing in his mind.

"Du Peng, count me in; I also want to do something," Du Peng's sister spoke up at this moment, unwilling to let Du Peng bear the pain of genetic alteration alone. If she were to die, she wanted to be with family.

Du Peng's face changed upon hearing this, then he solemnly nodded, realizing soon he and the eight individuals would be vying for power. If they failed, none would survive, so might as well take a gamble.

"Liu Gao, bring Little Ma over; he's in his teens, at an age to shoulder some responsibility. I'll go find Zhang Jieshan; he's our teammate. Though injured and disabled, his determination to change everything is no less than ours."

"And the old soldier, though he's aging, his combat experience is rich and he despises biochemical monsters more than anyone."

Including his sister.

A total of eight individuals came together.

Soon, Liu Gao and Du Peng temporarily left the place, and upon returning, they brought back a few people.

A thin man missing a leg and an arm was carried back by Liu Gao. Not only was he injured before, but he also suffered long-term malnutrition, appearing desolate. Yet today, upon seeing Li Yi, Zhang Jieshan's face revealed hopeful radiance.

Gene alteration, mastering transcendental powers?

Does this dreadful world still have such a person?

But, out of trust in former teammates, he came without hesitation, knowing his life was already worthless, with nothing else to lose.

Another man called the old soldier, already in his sixties, hair grizzled, though tall, was bony. Having once been a combat-experienced fighter, but now aged and lost value, surviving in the shelter till now was already fortunate.

As for the young man named Little Ma, although only in his teens, he exuded maturity beyond his age, his gaze very determined.

"Li Yi, the people are gathered. What's the next step?" Du Peng asked.

"Though you all seem like an odd bunch, I believe in your potential; perhaps the future might truly change because of a few people like you. Don't disappoint me," Li Yi scrutinized them with a glance.

Then, suddenly he blew a breath toward them.

Nearby, a strong gust arose, followed by a surge of Essence Qi gushing from Li Yi's mouth, splitting into eight parts, flooding into each of the eight individuals' bodies.

This was a breath of Life Essence Qi from a Divine Blood Lineage Warrior of the Barbaric World, a miraculous remedy to ordinary people.

"This is..." Du Peng's eyes suddenly widened, sensing an incredibly terrifying aura instantly engulfing his body, causing his muscles to swell, bones to fracture only to rapidly heal, heart thumping like heavy drums.

Power was emerging incessantly.

He clenched his fists, feeling as if he could deform steel with his grip at that moment.

Not only him; the others were feeling similarly.

Receiving a breath of Life Essence Qi, their physiques were evolving. However, their foundations were too frail, quickly reaching the limit, and the transformation speed rapidly slowed.

If they continued further, their cells would shatter, their bodies collapse; after all, even fostering growth needs a limit.

Soon.

Li Yi ceased the Essence Qi infusion.

The strong wind gradually calmed, and the individuals underwent earth-shattering changes.

Especially the old soldier, who used to be a bony old man but now reverted to youthfulness, turning into a muscular, strapping middle-aged man.

And Zhang Jieshan, previously dispirited, now displayed brilliant eyes, his robust body seemingly infused with explosive energy, though he couldn't grow back lost limbs.

Xu Li, a woman, transformed from a weathered middle-aged woman into a radiant beauty; the metamorphosis brought by Essence Qi was incredible.

"It's not over yet. Inject the genetic potion and start awakening to become genetic warriors." Li Yi then said.

At this moment, the Life Repair Cabin opened.

Just now, Huang Qiu suddenly opened her eyes and became conscious; she successfully became a genetic warrior. Although she looked the same as before, some changes subtly occurred within her body.

"Is this level of body qualification enough to withstand the genetic potion?"

Du Peng felt the explosive power within his body, and he couldn't help but laugh at his previous thoughts.

The current physical condition was only preparation.

How vast must the transcendent world be?

While their body still contained that essence qi, Li Yi immediately had them begin the genetic awakening.

This time it's much faster.

The eight individuals took only two or three hours to complete it, and the most astonishing thing was that Zhang Jieshan, the disabled person, actually grew out his limbs.

"Unbelievable, truly unbelievable." Zhang Jieshan tightly grasped his newly grown arm, his eyes filled with joy.

"I feel like everything around me has slowed down. No, it's my reaction speed that's faster, and my hearing and vision have qualitatively improved."

"So this is what it feels like to become a genetic warrior?" The old soldier raised a hand and punched the wall next to him.

A clear fist mark was left on the concrete wall, yet he remained unscathed.

Li Yi at this moment put away the Life Repair Cabin and calmly said, "Genetic warriors have a total of nine levels. You are not even at level one yet; you've just awakened. But I've altered your physique, allowing you to have at least the physical qualities of level three genetic warriors."

"Three hours. You only have three hours to take over this shelter and seize absolute authority. After that, I'll teach you cultivation. If you don't succeed, I'll leave here."

He issued a task to these individuals.

"Alright, eight people, three hours, take over the shelter, please wait a moment." Du Peng took a deep breath and immediately agreed.

Seize power?

The old soldier, Zhang Jieshan, Little Ma, and his sister looked at him in surprise.

Why hadn't Du Peng mentioned this before?

But very quickly.

The old soldier and Zhang Jieshan both had a hint of excitement on their faces.

It's time to seize power.

To change the future, they must first change the present.

"Follow me." Du Peng immediately gathered his teammates, taking only a few important weapons and equipment, and then marched outside.

Li Yi said, "Once you succeed, leave the shelter and come see me outside."

Having said that, he didn't linger and immediately vanished.

He wouldn't participate in the next events nor extend help, because this is an internal struggle among survivors. If they truly can change the world, then they will succeed.

Watching Li Yi disappear, Du Peng's gaze became more resolute; he knew he only had one chance.

"Huang Qiu, Sister, you two go take down the armory. Little Ma, make contact with some old acquaintances in Area 2, 7, and 8. Zhang Jieshan, your arms have just grown, so it's not suitable for you to show up; go control the shelter gate. I, the old soldier, Liu Gao, and Xu Li, will go see Zhang Ying."

Du Peng immediately made arrangements: "If Zhang Ying is willing to relinquish this insignificant power for the future of the shelter, everything will be handled easily. If not, you will seize power immediately."

"Speed is crucial; Li Yi won't give us much time. The chance to change the future is only this once."

"Alright." The group spoke in unison and quickly dispersed.

Although they hadn't fully familiarized themselves with their powers, in a world akin to doomsday, crises wait for no one, so no one felt it inappropriate.

Soon.

Du Peng, the old soldier, Zhang Jieshan, and Xu Li arrived at the fifth district.

This is the residence of shelter leader Zhang Ying and the storage point for resources.

Controlling resources here means controlling everything.

"Big Strong, I need to see the leader." Du Peng stopped his pace and immediately shouted, his robust voice echoing and startling many.

"Why are you shouting so loud, rushing to reincarnate? Du Peng, the leader is busy and doesn't have time for you. Let's talk later." A man holding a rifle, with a fierce expression, frowned impatiently and walked out.

Upon seeing Du Peng, he impatiently waved his hand, indicating for him to leave.

Du Peng casually tossed a package.

Big Strong instinctively caught it, opened it, and found it filled with precious antibiotics.

"I have a major deal to discuss with the leader. If it goes through, the shelter will never lack medicine again." Du Peng said calmly.

Big Strong's eyes moved a bit, then he took the package of medicine and grinned, "Wait ten minutes."

After speaking, he turned around and left.

But in just five minutes, a guard holding a weapon came out: "Du Peng, you may enter, the leader wants to see you."

Du Peng wasn't surprised by the outcome.

Even though Zhang Ying isn't a very competent leader, he's not going to give up a large batch of precious medicinal resources.

Du Peng glanced at his other teammates, signaling them to prepare for action.

The three people nodded their heads in understanding.