Full-Time Public Enemy-Chapter 714 - 509: Time Flies Like a White Colt_3

Chen Gu was currently in Dr. Obayan's laboratory in the Bureau of Mystic Security's headquarters building.

He and this academic luminary, on par with Dr. Meng Ji, could be said to have been "spiritually acquainted" for a long time. Dr. Obayan had been presiding over a project in the field and finally returned two weeks ago.

Dr. Obayan was scanning the Combat Rooster that had been continuously "evolving," with various data constantly appearing on the instruments. As he stroked his large beard, Dr. Obayan kept saying, "Interesting, how very interesting!"

"Captain Chen, please give me a detailed explanation of the 'Promethean Project' that you understand."

Chen Gu, having explained several times already, had no choice but to repeat it.

On the laboratory bench beside them lay a "Deep Space Hand Cannon."

After several hours of testing, Dr. Obayan first made a phone call to Director-General Aviloya. "Your Excellency, there's no need to worry. Although the 'Promethean Project' was successful, these weapons are a far cry from what you would call 'mass production.'"

On the other end of the phone, Aviloya clearly breathed a sigh of relief.

Chen Gu found it silently amusing, wondering just how many special agents from the Bureau of Mystic Security were lying low within Star State. Aviloya must have been concerned for their safety.

If these kinds of weapons could truly be mass-produced, it would undeniably be a disaster for those special agents.

"The current production model for these weapons still somewhat resembles that of crafting mystical items; they cannot be made without the support of mysterious materials, especially supermatter."

"Moreover, the lifespan of these weapons is extremely limited, and their potential impact... well, can even be deemed negligible in the grand scheme of things."

Chen Gu inwardly gained a newfound respect for Dr. Obayan. Compared to Dr. Meng Ji's unruly temperament, Dr. Obayan was much better at handling people.

After ending the call with Aviloya, he said to Chen Gu, "This "Deep Space Hand Cannon" can still be used... approximately twelve more times."

Chen Gu's face fell instantly.

I risked my life and helped the Rights Association deal with the toxic den in Diley City, just to bring these things back. And then? BANG, BANG, BANG... twelve shots, and it's scrap?!

Dr. Obayan tapped the "Deep Space Hand Cannon" with his finger and said, "After preliminary inspection, I determined that it uses three types of supermatter and the remains of five super lifeforms. But each activation causes structural damage to these mystical materials, so its lifespan is limited."

He suddenly turned his head to look at the Combat Rooster lying there, a gleam in his eyes. "But this big fellow is different. It can continue to utilize the two abilities it has gained through evolution."

"Of course, it's not without restrictions—unless it truly evolves into a super lifeform."

"At present, it's still incapable of harnessing the full power of these two abilities. Each use is a heavy burden for it, necessitating a long time to recover. So, you must be careful. After it uses its abilities, feed it more to help it recover quickly."

The Combat Rooster, upon hearing this, suddenly perked up its head and looked at Chen Gu with bright eyes, as if to say, See, the expert said so! I need to eat more; you have to listen to the expert!

Chen Gu ignored the silly bird. "Doctor, if I find suitable mystical materials, is it possible to extend the life of the "Deep Space Hand Cannon"?"

The thing was just too useful to give up.

"Certainly," Dr. Obayan said. "However, the mystical materials used are of high grade and hard to collect. I suggest... you think it over carefully."

Then, Dr. Obayan glanced slyly toward the Combat Rooster. "Instead of using such precious mystical materials to repair an inanimate object, better to feed them to this treasure here. I'm sure it won't disappoint you."

The Combat Rooster nodded eagerly upon hearing this, inwardly praising the doctor for truly knowing his stuff.

Chen Gu confirmed it: these two had definitely taken a liking to each other.

He waved his hand. "I'll think it over carefully."

After leaving Dr. Obayan's lab, Chen Gu went to find Aviloya. He didn't even make it to the Director-General's door before being stopped by Qing Ruyan.

Qing Ruyan pulled a hefty sealed box out from under the desk. "This is what the Director-General asked me to give you—she figured you would be in a hurry to come over. It contains your mission rewards."

Chen Gu's eyes lit up. Upon gently opening the box, he indeed found some supermatter inside.

Then Qing Ruyan operated something on the Bureau of Mystic Security's internal network account, and Chen Gu heard a DING-DONG sound. Looking at the account, he saw that some remains of super lifeforms had been added.

"The remains are rather large," Qing Ruyan said. "They've been stored in our mask's warehouse. Go get them when you need to use them. You can take this supermatter with you now."

"The Director-General said she's very busy. If you don't have anything else, she won't see you," explained Qing Ruyan.

Chen Gu curled his lip. When she needed me to "support" Star State, she kept sending messages calling me over, and now that I'm used, I'm cast aside like a worn shoe, not even deserving of a meeting.

"Nothing else," Chen Gu said as he picked up the box and left. What else could I possibly have to discuss with her?

He opened the Dimensional Prison Ring, placed the sealed box inside, and this time Chen Gu made a point to caution the Combat Rooster, "Don't you dare eat it! This is the treasure I'm using to advance to the Sixth Energy Level!"

Having completed successive missions and encountered numerous major battles recently, Chen Gu felt he was close to advancing.

Xiaoga Yexiong and Sanhime stood out somewhat within the Independent Action Squad.