Beast Taming: My Intelligence System Chapter 948 - 585: Machine Transformation Experiment

After a night of diligent work, Ye Bai returned to the laboratory.

This was an immense experimental base, sectioned into numerous distinct zones.

Ye Bai oversaw the most enigmatic Zone 18, where the Pet Beasts were of the highest Caliber.

Among these was the formidable Iron Spear Shrimp King, which belonged to the gun shark.

The Iron Spear Shrimp King's condition was dire; its cells had undergone significant degeneration.

If they intended to rescue the Iron Spear Shrimp King and prolong its vitality, a singular method remained: the complete replacement of every cell within its being.

This undertaking was exponentially more challenging than merely exchanging all of its blood.

Furthermore, Ye Bai was tasked with the repair of the Iron Spear Shrimp King's two formidable claws, which were comparable to heavy-duty firearms.

At this juncture, Ye Bai recalled Professor Jubino's research into mechanization; this might present the crucial pathway for the Iron Spear Shrimp King to overcome its critical state.

Transforming the Iron Spear Shrimp King into a mechanical Pet Beast seemed particularly suited to the gun shark, as such entities often favored mechanical companions.

However, Ye Bai lacked extensive expertise in converting a biological organism into a mechanical Pet Beast.

Currently, Professor Wang stood as the foremost authority on mechanical Pet Beasts. Yet, just as Ye Bai contemplated enlisting Professor Wang to oversee the conversion experiment, he received news of the professor's sudden demise due to overwork.

"It is truly a regrettable loss. With Dr. Jubino's research notes, Professor Wang could have achieved lasting renown," one remark echoed.

"Given the planar merger, the Beautiful Country is preoccupied with expelling external threats. Professor Wang's death is likely an unfortunate accident," another commented.

Ye Bai meticulously reviewed Professor Wang's complete death record, finding no anomalies. The research manuscripts Ye Bai had previously provided to Professor Wang had been transferred to the Flame Country; they were presently being studied by Professor Wang's most accomplished disciple.

But who could foresee when that disciple would achieve mastery; the Iron Spear Shrimp King could not afford to wait that long.

"It appears I must undertake this learning process myself."

For Ye Bai, who possessed a Memory Palace, absorbing all the requisite material took less than an hour.

However, grasping the theoretical knowledge was one aspect; practical application was necessary to attain true proficiency.

"It would be prudent to first test this on lesser Pet Beasts."

Ye Bai understood that any failed experiment could lead to unforeseen repercussions for the Iron Spear Shrimp King, necessitating preliminary trials.

He activated a bell, summoning the Paperman, an assistant crafted by the Paper Puppet prior to its withdrawal into seclusion.

This Paperman exhibited an intellectual capacity far exceeding that of ordinary individuals, functioning akin to a sophisticated computer.

Ye Bai designated it as his assistant, naming it Paperman No. 1.

"Paperman No. 1, please proceed to the Exotic Beast warehouse and identify any creatures with diminished Life Force. One is required for an experiment."

Upon receiving the directive, Paperman No. 1 instantly fragmented into countless paper sheets, dispersing into the air.

It proceeded to the vast Exotic Beast warehouse to select suitable specimens for experimentation.

Shortly thereafter, the Paperman returned, carrying two severely weakened Thunder Bulls.

The Thunder Bulls, creatures of the Thunder Element, were reputed to be descendants of the Kui Ox, carrying a vestige of its bloodline.

Their vocalizations were tremendous, resonating like colossal loudspeakers.

[Name: Thunder Bull]

[Gender: Male]

[Disposition: Stubborn]

[Rank: Tier Five, Stage Three]

[Skills: Great Roar (Mastery): Emits a powerful roar, inducing a state of confusion in the target.

Stomp (Mastery): Strikes with massive hooves, with a chance to incapacitate the opponent.

Charge (Mastery): Utilizes its prominent unicorn horn for a forceful charge against adversaries.

Thunder Light (Mastery): A beam of lightning emanates from its eyes, potentially causing paralysis.

Thunderball (Mastery): Conjures a thunderous sphere for attack; upon impact, it detonates with power akin to a Blast Stone's Big Bang.]

[Assessment: A Thunder Bull nearing the end of its natural lifespan, yet possessing an exceptionally resilient will.]

The process of transforming a Thunder Bull into a mechanical Illusion Beast encompassed three distinct stages.

The initial stage involved extracting the Thunder Bull's Soul.

The second stage required the utilization of nanobots to reconfigure the Thunder Bull's physical form, meticulously replacing organic components with artificially constructed metallic equivalents.

The third and final stage was the integration of the Thunder Bull's Soul with its newly fabricated metallic chassis.

It felt akin to attempting to cram an elephant into a compact refrigerator.

This situation, however, presented a complexity that was orders of magnitude greater.

The initial hurdle was figuring out how to safely extract the Thunder Bull’s Soul.

Had Ye Bai not already established a contract with Hastar, or if he hadn't encountered the Snake-woman Ghost Emperor, he would have been completely stumped.

The approach devised by Professor Wang and Professor Jubino involved constructing an elaborate Soul-extraction apparatus, designed to forcibly draw an Exotic Beast’s Soul from its deteriorating physical form.

This established method, however, was not only incredibly time-consuming and taxing but also carried the inherent risk of negatively impacting the Exotic Beast’s Soul.

In the past, Professor Jubino's creation, the Steel Giant Dragon, had experienced numerous instances of losing control, leading to its eventual containment at the bottom of a lake, only pacified after the intervention of the Sea Demon’s formidable power.

Yet, with Ye Bai now possessing a superior alternative, it was only natural that Hastar would be called upon for assistance.

"Leave this task to me," Hastar declared, confidently thumping its chest.

Indeed, this specific area was its forte; Hastar was a potent entity highly skilled in the manipulation of Souls.

"Thunder Bulls, you can discern your own condition – demise is imminent. Should you desire to continue existing, I can offer a fleeting opportunity, a chance to prolong your lives. What is your decision?"