Kino saw that the atmosphere was lively and continued, "Thanks to the selfless dedication of these heroes, Dr. Banner's serum has achieved an unprecedented success. Now, let us welcome the first test subject of this serum—Will."
A barefoot man walked onto the stage.
"Will, please introduce yourself!"
"Yes," Will responded, turning to face the journalists.
"I was originally a Marine Corps soldier. During a strike mission, both of my legs were blown off, forcing me to undergo amputation."
As he spoke, Will didn't hesitate to pull down his pants, leaving only his shorts on. The difference in skin tone below his thighs was clearly visible, and his new legs had no hair at all.
Some journalists in the front row even leaned in, touching his legs with their fingers to confirm if they were real.
A reporter from the audience asked, "Mr. Will, do your new legs feel the same as your original ones?"
"Of course. In fact, they feel even better than my previous legs. I used to suffer from knee arthritis," Will said confidently.
To prove his point, he took a few steps back and performed several clean and precise backflips.
His movements were smooth and agile, landing firmly on his feet, showcasing the flexibility and strength of his new legs.
The audience erupted in thunderous applause and cheers, while the clicking sounds of camera shutters echoed throughout the room.
Seeing that the demonstration was sufficient, Kino signaled for the participants to leave the stage.
A journalist stood up and asked, "Mr. Kino… I mean, Demon King, may I ask about the price of this serum?"
The reporter almost misspoke, breaking into a cold sweat.
"Don't be nervous," Kino replied with a relaxed smile. "I actually like the title Demon King."
Then, he continued, "The price of the limb regeneration serum is 5 million dollars per vial."
A wave of murmurs spread through the reporters. The cost was undoubtedly high, even considering the miraculous effects of the serum. Most disabled individuals lived in poverty, making such a price unaffordable.
Kino added, "However, understanding that most people can't afford this amount, we have devised a solution. Disabled individuals only need to pay 50,000 dollars, and they can take out a loan for the serum. However, there are two conditions: they can only purchase it once, and the serum must be injected on-site."
"Thank you, Demon King!"
A male journalist stood up, his voice trembling with emotion.
"My wife was a ballet dancer. A year ago, she lost a leg and has been in despair ever since, constantly staring at her old dance photos. Your solution has given our family newfound hope."
The journalist deeply bowed to Kino, while the audience looked on with admiration and gratitude.
Kino then addressed the next topic, "Now, let's move on to the third question. While the original inventor of the serum is no longer in this world, Dr. Banner has taken over the research."
"His greatest successes so far are the Rebirth Serum and Youth."
"Youth? What is that?" someone asked, as this had not been mentioned before.
"Youth represents the most precious time in a woman's life," Kino said, his voice filled with allure. "However, this period only lasts a few years. We intend to extend it."
As he finished speaking, he clapped his hands.
A group of elegant women in qipaos gracefully walked onto the stage, each holding a glass of liquid and a small mirror. They distributed the glasses among the audience.
When it was the middle-aged woman's turn, she received an entire bottle instead of a small glass—clearly the 'small gift' mentioned earlier.
Her expression darkened as she stared at the large bottle in front of her, while quiet laughter echoed around her.
"Miss, oh—"
Tony Stark had been watching the qipao-clad women and instinctively tried to strike up a conversation. However, a sharp pain in his waist made him suck in a breath.
"Pepper, I just wanted to ask where they bought their dresses so I could get some for you," he quickly explained.
"This is an Eastern qipao. It does look quite beautiful," Pepper said, momentarily distracted.
Seeing that she had shifted her attention, Tony secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
Kino noticed that some people had already begun drinking the Youth serum and quickly said, "Everyone, Youth is not meant to be consumed. Please apply it to your face. If you're unsure, try it on your hands first."
Logan, who was about to take a sip, awkwardly put down his glass.
Nearby, Scott and Jean couldn't help but chuckle.
The audience began applying the liquid. Some carefully tested it on their hands, while a few bold individuals spread it directly on their faces.
One small glass contained just enough to cover an entire face or both hands.
As time passed, the reporters began organizing their notes. Today's event had been filled with groundbreaking discoveries—from miraculous healing serums and limb regeneration to the mysterious Youth formula. Each revelation was enough to shake the world.
Suddenly, a shocked voice rang out from the crowd.
"My face!"
A young female journalist gasped as she stared into her mirror.
She had trusted Dr. Banner's expertise and boldly applied Youth to her face. Now, she couldn't believe what she was seeing—her dark circles from endless late-night work had faded, and her skin had become noticeably softer and more radiant.
"My hands too!"
"This works faster than any skincare product on the market!"
A chorus of exclamations spread throughout the room. Everyone who had applied Youth was staring at their reflection in amazement.
The middle-aged woman, feeling the envious gazes around her, quickly hid her bottle in her arms.
"Logan, Scott, give me yours! I'll pay you for it," Jean pleaded desperately, her eyes locked onto the serum in their hands.
Professor X chuckled and handed her his unfinished portion.
Tony, suddenly realizing something, opened a previous sample he had received. Inside was a thick, milky-white liquid. He compared it to the Youth serum handed out today, which was nearly transparent.
"Kino, how much did you dilute this stuff?" he asked.
"This just proves how much Kino values us," Pepper said, carefully cradling the original bottle.
"This is Youth. Now, Dr. Banner will explain its effects in detail."
As Kino turned to leave, a journalist stood up.
"Mr. Demon King, I have one more question."
"Go ahead," Kino said.
"What are your thoughts on mutants?"
The question immediately sparked tension among the journalists.
Even Professor X whispered to himself, "Raven…"
Kino paused, deep in thought.
The audience held their breath, eagerly awaiting his answer.
After a moment, he finally responded, "My thoughts? Well… I'd say they are both useful and wasteful."
"Useful and wasteful?"
The female journalist was taken aback. She had heard many opinions on mutants before—words like 'monsters,' 'threats,' and 'abominations.'
But useful and wasteful? This was a first.
Quote of the Chapter:"Science gives us power, but humanity determines how we use it."
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