Yang Huaijin stood there as the door behind him closed, facing off against Fang Xingping at a short distance. He remained silent, unsure of how to begin.
The phrase in Ryan’s letter, ‘This is someone you know,’ didn’t actually signify much, but it served as a reminder, suggesting that he might have overlooked something…
Fang Xingping had been Yang Huaijin’s attending physician for years, yet now that he was pregnant, Fang Xingping claimed to be too busy to return to A City, entrusting him instead to another trusted doctor. This seemed too coincidental. He wasn’t inclined to dwell on it too deeply, preferring to leave it to Feng Zhi to investigate. However, after over a month of searching without any results, he began to wonder: was there truly no information, or was someone reluctant to tell him?
Fang Xingping appeared calm and composed, as though he had been waiting for this moment for a long time.
He waved to Yang Huaijin, gesturing for him to come over. “Come, have a seat! You’re pregnant, and your body is already fragile. Try not to tire yourself out.”
Yang Huaijin walked over and sat down. He and Fang Xingping faced each other across a somewhat cluttered desk, much like every time he came for a check-up and talked with Fang Xingping in his office. Fang Xingping continued his usual chatter, but it was clear he genuinely cared about Yang Huaijin.
“How have you been lately? If possible, I’d really like to personally monitor your health. A-jin, it’s truly a miracle that you’re pregnant again. It’s a pity your Alpha doesn’t allow it, probably afraid I might harm you.” Fang Xingping shook his head with some helplessness, then looked with satisfaction at Yang Huaijin’s increasingly visible belly. “Seven months, right? The little one is already in a rapid growth phase!”
Yang Huaijin didn’t respond to Fang Xingping’s words. He asked, “Teacher, why?”
The room fell silent after this statement.
We’re sorry for MTLers or people who like using reading mode, but our translations keep getting stolen by aggregators so we’re going to bring back the copy protection. If you need to MTL please retype the gibberish parts.
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Fang Xingping looked at him, his voice steady and firm. “A-jin, I have never changed.”
Yang Huaijin’s pupils contracted slightly. He was Fang Xingping’s student, once his most cared-for patient, and they were also close friends with shared interests. Yang Huaijin knew best what Fang Xingping meant by ‘never changed’.
Fang Xingping said, “Some things always need someone to do them.”
This statement was not uttered just once by Fang Xingping. Every time Yang Huaijin heard it, it resonated deeply within him. It was like the brave oath of a soldier leaping into battle, and it was one of the reasons why he admired Fang Xingping. Over the years, whenever someone questioned Fang Xingping’s research direction, saying he was attempting the impossible, Fang Xingping would reply, ‘Some things always need someone to do them.’ Then, day after day, he would tirelessly pursue his beliefs, using solid experimental results to refute those doubts. Fang Xingping had achieved remarkable success in the field of scientific research. He was a towering figure in Omega physiology research, one of the most influential scientific researchers in the country, and the one who had led everyone the farthest.
Just a few months ago, Yang Huaijin had commented that Fang Xingping’s experimental direction was on a very difficult path. Given the scarcity of research subjects for studying Omega glands, it would take decades to make significant progress. Now, in hindsight, perhaps Fang Xingping had never lacked research subjects, not even once…
Fang Xingping said, “A person’s lifetime is too limited, but even pushing science forward by a small step is meaningful. I am deeply sinful, but I do not regret my choices…'”
Fang Xingping told Yang Huaijin about a scientist who had lofty ideals but invested all his wealth and enthusiasm into research projects aimed at benefiting Omegas. However, this field was not only undervalued but also heavily suppressed. He struggled from his twenties until nearly fifty, only to reluctantly admit that in this world, effort alone does not grant one a voice.
Throughout his life, Fang Xingping had been striving for the true freedom of Omegas. Together with like-minded individuals, he hoped to use genetic modifications to fundamentally sever the ties between Omegas and Alphas. The closer one got to the top echelons, the clearer it became that in a system where Alphas held absolute power, no matter how equality was superficially depicted, fundamentally, Omegas were still treated as reproductive tools. The evils of this world were not limited to the Anelli family’s cruise ship but also included various projects similar to that cruise ship operating in the shadows.
Facing despair at nearly fifty years old, Fang Xingping took a step that would change his entire life, while at the same time betraying the conscience and bottom line he had always upheld.
He exchanged a large amount of funding with the resources of Omegas in his hands and the Anelli family, wanting to regain control of scientific research. He established one medical institution and research center after another, truly working for the welfare of Omegas, using his influence to open up pathways between various research projects and sustainable funding. From then on, five years, ten years… until today, twenty years later, research in related fields in the country has rapidly developed under Fang Xingping’s promotion.
Fang Xingping negotiated with the Anelli family, offering them genetically superior Omegas in exchange for their promise not to engage in mass ‘hunting’ of Omegas within China. By refraining from mass ‘hunting,’ more Omegas would be spared from harm, and the Omegas he sent out, due to their superior genetics, would at least be regarded as ‘mothers’ if not ‘partners’ of children. Their lives would change, but they would not lose their lives.
Although Fang Xingping felt guilty in his heart, he firmly believed that what he was doing was right, exchanging the sacrifice of a few for the bright future of the entire Omega community, which was working for the welfare of all Omegas. Until he sent Yang Huaijin away with his own hands…
“People make mistakes, and I’m sorry for the harm I’ve caused you, and I’m also sorry for too many innocent Omegas,” Fang Xingping said. “Sometimes, I really wish there were gods so that all sinners could have a place to atone.”
Yang Huaijin remembered a time when he accompanied Fang Xingping to climb a mountain. In a temple halfway up the mountain, there was a statue of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva. Fang Xingping stood in front of the plaque introducing the statue for a long time. There was a sentence in the introduction: “Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva vows to save all sentient beings from suffering. Until hell is emptied, he will not become a Buddha.”
But can Bodhisattvas save sentient beings, and can humans?
Life is sometimes like crossing a deep chasm on a rope. Kindness is the lifeline in your hand that you must firmly grasp. If you cannot hold on, you will fall into the abyss.
Yang Huaijin’s palms were cold, and his emotions were complex. He said, “Teacher, Omegas with superior genetics can exchange research funding from you. What do you think they can exchange for in the hands of the Anelli family?”
“It can exchange for more cruise ships, each named ‘Alpha Empire.’ They are filled with Omegas who have been captured and turned into commodities with a price tag, where each living person becomes a product to be sold with a marked price. With your help, the Anelli family’s business is no longer just limited to the lower levels of human trafficking. When Omegas can truly give birth to genetically superior Alpha offspring for those Alpha buyers, the Anelli family will become even more ‘trustworthy’ and have more clients. Have you ever thought that it was your own hands that turned the Anelli family’s human trafficking from an ordinary mudfish into a giant crocodile in the black market?”
“Your research direction is world-leading, and a batch after batch of talents in the same field have emerged from your research institute. However, are they all aligned with your principles? As far as I know, the Anelli family has been conducting research on genetic interference. They are trying to change the genes of ordinary Omegas and even want to ‘manufacture’ such Omegas in large quantities. I have seen one Omega girl who has been successfully modified, but behind her, there are countless ‘failed products.’ ” Yang Huaijin lowered his voice. “Teacher, how many researchers in the Anelli Institute are your students?”
Fang Xingping was rendered speechless by his question. In his nature, there was the innocence and cowardice of a scholar. Some things were not unseen but rather unwilling to face, or rather, he was afraid to face them.
Fang Xingping’s voice trembled as he tried to justify his actions: “I… Over the years, I have three research institutions under my name, four others not under my name, and three hospitals… There are over thirty research projects benefiting from my fund, with dozens of papers published in major journals every year… My students have won numerous awards in relevant fields, propelling our country forward in Omega physiology and medicine, some even leading the world…”
As Fang Xingping spoke, he began to cough violently. He couldn’t stop coughing due to his excitement, covering his mouth with his hand. Soon, a bright red color flowed from between his fingers…
Yang Huaijin suddenly stood up, his movement knocking over the chair behind him. He looked at Fang Xingping, startled by the blood between his fingers. He wanted to approach and see, but ultimately stopped himself. His expression turned cold as he turned away, kicking aside the chair blocking his path and striding toward the door.
Translator’s Note: After chapter 100 I’ll be taking a short break before translating the extras!
Wow. Did not see that coming. What a betrayal.
Thanks for the chapter!
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