"Okay, now let's turn our attention back to the virus. Pen, fun, pavilion www. biquge。 After beating Nick hard, Hank returned to his job, "While researching how to eradicate the virus, we also discovered some of its incredible properties. One of the things that surprised me the most was that this virus can activate the X gene in the human body. ”

"X gene? Do you mean the genes that give those mutants superpowers? Naturally, the members of the World Security Council present were aware of mutants and immediately understood the meaning of Hank's term.

The X gene is a special gene exclusive to the Marvel universe, which is present in almost all human bodies, but not everyone can make the X gene manifest and function, that is, for most people, it is a recessive gene. But there are a few people whose X gene acts as a dominant gene in their body, giving them some kind of supernatural ability, and such people are called mutants.

It can be said that the X gene is the source of mutant superpowers, and non-mutants also have this gene, but it cannot be expressed.

"Yes, during human trials on death row inmates, there were signs of slight activation of the X gene in each body, but they didn't survive until the genetic mutation was completed, and they became ordinary zombies." Hank didn't care about talking about inhumane topics, but it was clear that his actions had been tacitly accepted by all the council members present.

"So you're guessing that this virus has the potential to create zombies with mutant abilities?" A Board member asked.

"Exactly, it's just that we haven't achieved it yet." Hank shrugged and spread his hands helplessly.

Although Hank's side couldn't find an example, Chen Lu's side knew it. His research has revealed a major secret for Chen Lu - the superpower of the mutant infected does not come from the zombie virus itself, but from the activated X gene in the infected person's body!

This means two things: 1. All non-mutants infected with mutated mutants activate the X gene to gain a superpower. 2. All mutants infected with mutants do not gain new abilities.

This can be regarded as a great benefit brought to Chen Lu by the Marvel world, since the virus has the ability to activate the X gene, it means that he has the ability to mass-produce mutants.

The best targets are, of course, non-mutant superheroes who are bound to become mutant infected! Each of them may awaken powerful superpowers and become Chen Lu's excellent weapon.

If there were mutant infectees with the strength of fourth-level mutants like Magneto and Professor X, it would definitely greatly reduce the pressure on Chen Lu to fight against the human alliance that was about to attack.

For a moment, Chen Lu seemed to see a glimmer of hope for victory.

In fact, this news is also mixed news for everyone in the council, on the one hand, humanity may be about to face a group of zombies with mutant abilities, and on the other hand, the zombie virus obviously has a very considerable weapon potential.

Once this virus can be controlled, it will certainly be a research that can dramatically change the current international situation.

"Hank, I know your findings are very important, but for now we have to focus on the vaccine first." Nick was the first of the group to react, and rationally ordered Hank: "If the zombie crisis can't be solved, there's no point in us studying this virus thoroughly. ”

Everyone agreed, and those who can be in high positions are naturally not short-sighted. Seeing that his major discovery could not be taken seriously for the time being, Hank had no choice but to shake his head and sigh: "Okay, I just want to remind you that the virus has this function, and you have the final say on how to use it." ”

Immediately, his projection disappeared into the conference room, presumably to go back to continue his research. After seeing Dr. Hank leave, Nick also announced to the other board members, "Our plan will be delivered to you in the form of a proposal, and we have other things to discuss today, what do you say?" ”

"Well, Mr. Director, I look forward to your good news."

"Good luck, Nick."

One by one, the holographic projections of the World Security Council flickered and disappeared, and soon Nick was the only one left in a conference room at Noda.

"X-gene, this is not easy." Nick sat on his stomach and sat in his seat, muttering thoughtfully with his hands on his cheeks.

"Hey, Nick・・・・・・ uh, am I late?"

The door to the conference room was kicked open, and it was Iron Man, who was also the chief adviser to S.H.I.E.L.D., Tony Stark, who was supposed to attend the meeting just now.

However, Nick saw through his careful thoughts at a glance, tilted his neck and sarcastically said to him: "You didn't come late, the meeting just ended, and you can't listen to you anyway, right?" ”

"Hehe, Nick is the only one you can put up with the fingers of those stupid people." Tony sat down in the chair opposite Nick without paying attention, looked out the window and asked, "I just saw a few of your men go out with a few boxes of radioactive waste, what are you going to do?" ”

At this point, Nick had no choice but to confess to Tony: "Go and give those crazy reporters a little news, you can't have no evidence about a nuclear accident, you know." Don't worry, I'll make them careful not to hurt the innocent. ”

Tony's expression gradually became serious, and he asked with a little uneasiness, "Are you really going to use a nuclear bomb this time?" Or rather, you're ready to use a nuclear bomb. ”

"We're all ready to use nuclear bombs in an instant." Nick corrected, and he also sighed heavily, his hands clenched into fists, "It's just that we don't want to see it." ”

The two fell silent for a long time, both understanding what it meant for New York to be destroyed by a nuclear bomb, and that this massive attack might well be their last chance.

"Well, then I'd advise you to prepare for the worst." Tony took a deep breath and said, he took out a tiny computer and showed a map of Queens on it, "We Stark Industries have built several large nuclear bomb shelters near Queens, and although most of them have been abandoned for a while, it is estimated that the little army you have assembled will still be able to accommodate you." If the situation gets to the worst, let the soldiers who don't have time to retreat hide in first. ”

Nick smiled, reached out and pushed Tony's computer away, and said seriously, "Thank you for your kindness, Tony." But I believe that with the strength we have gathered, we will definitely not lose this time. You must know that the last time you fought off the invading aliens in New York, you needed less than a tenth of the troops you needed this time. ”