Alex found himself deeply troubled by the notion of forcing a child into servitude as a pet on the interdimensional farm.
However, as circumstances grew increasingly dire, he reluctantly concluded that this was his last viable option.
In the face of impending failure, the interdimensional farm emerged as Alex's sole beacon of hope. It represented his final chance to ensure the child's well-being.
Consequently, when he successfully rescues the child from peril, he can release him from the farm's binding. That would be the best-case scenario, he decided.
To his astonishment, upon using the interdimensional farm's complete range of functions, the system initiated an unexpected upgrade.
After months of lying dormant, it bestowed upon Alex elevated user privileges, significantly enhancing his control over the farm.
This unforeseen turn of events left Alex both amazed and grateful. He had never anticipated such a fortuitous occurrence, regarding it as a stroke of luck that he wholeheartedly embraced, welcoming it with open arms.
Recognising the urgency of the situation, samples were swiftly collected for thorough analysis by the farm.
The interdimensional farm's capabilities facilitated this process, enabling the extraction of vital genetic data necessary for a comprehensive assessment. Alex didn't have to do anything this time around.
It may be due to the experience in handling similar genetic material, the farm swiftly completed the analysis.
While skillfully evading attacks from surrounding monsters, Alex was momentarily interrupted by a notification that materialised before him. As he read the words displayed on the screen, anticipation and curiosity filled his mind.
["The genetic data extraction is complete,"] the notification declared. ["A stable gene serum is being created."]
Alex's heart raced with anticipation as he absorbed the next line: ["A new resistance gene has been discovered. These genes possess the ability to counteract the parasitic nature of organisms with a life rating exceeding 1."]
A surge of questions flooded Alex's thoughts.
Did the child possess genes that naturally resisted the domination of mutant genes? Could this gene be the key to preventing the child's transformation? The possibilities seemed hopeful and worthy of further exploration.
'It appears that the interdimensional farm extracted this particular gene, much like it did with the mana gene before.' Alex thought.
The implications were astounding. Not only had the farm managed to acquire the child's resistance gene, but it also possessed the capability to synthesise a stable serum from it.
This newfound understanding offered a glimpse of optimism, igniting a renewed determination within Alex to protect and restore the child to his best condition.
With the interdimensional farm's upgraded functions and its ability to harness the genetic potential, Alex knew that he now possessed a potent tool to combat the perils he was going to face.
Armed with the mana gene and the newfound resistance gene, he set his sights on uncovering the full extent of their potential and devising a strategy to safeguard the child from the clutches of the mutant transformation.
Typically, the purplish flesh, resembling a worm, generates mana within its host, ultimately driving the host into a corner and subjecting it to complete mutation. Subsequently, the host's consciousness is gradually overpowered by the parasitic entity.
"However, this time, Kain's endeavour to create controllable monsters, resulted in an unintended outcome: children with a limited ability to resist the mutant genes were created.
Consequently, the farm extracted these genes from the children's bodies.
[Muscle enhancement gene found]
[Increased metabolism gene found]
[Bone density increasing gene found]
[Muscles regeneration gene found]
[Genes added to the gene directory.]
One by one, the extracted genes were added to a directory.
Alex's excitement soared upon receiving this notification. The discovery implied that he now had the opportunity to utilise the gene upgrade function, enhancing all organisms within the farm, including the child.
Possibly saving it.
["Critical Warning"]
A sudden warning message flashed across his eyes, demanding immediate attention.
It caught Alex off guard, but the interdimensional farm swiftly sprang into action, taking immediate measures to safeguard the pet's life, the child's life.
["Pet showing symptoms of parasitism. Pet health is deteriorating. Taking preventative measures"] the message announced.
Even without Alex's direct intervention, the farm swiftly implemented a solution.
["Mana suppression activated,"]it declared.
A colossal surge of mana descended upon the child who had been transported to the farm, simultaneously siphoning off the excess mana emanating from the child's body.
This process rapidly reduced the density of mana within the child's muscles, effectively curbing the decay rate of their muscular tissues.
Recognising that the deterioration in the pet's health was connected to the corrosive effects of the parasite, the farm initiated its genetic upgrade feature.
Automatically and without hesitation, it began enhancing the pet's genetic makeup to bolster its resistance to the parasite's corrosive influence.
A giant syringe descended onto the child carrying a gene serum before injecting it into its body. The monstrous body of the child quivered in response.
In this critical moment, the interdimensional farm proved its adaptability in handling the ever-changing situation around Alex.
It intuitively identified the root cause of the child's declining health and promptly responded with a series of measures designed to counteract the threat.
The farm's self-sufficiency in diagnosing and addressing the issue was a testament to its advanced capabilities and its dedication to safeguarding the lives under its care.
This at first caused Alex to doubt the abilities of the farm. He even doubted if the farm has a mind of its own. He felt like he was seeing a different side of the farm and its abilities.
With each passing second, the farm worked tirelessly, manipulating the very fabric of mana and genetic makeup to stabilise and fortify the pet's condition.
Alex read the notification one by one and calmed his heart. He felt the child was in safe hands for now. He can now focus on the real enemy.
Kain who found the sudden disappearance of his best creation was panicking. He didn't know how to explain it. He was sitting next to a newly created mutant monster, and yet, it disappeared right in front of him.
Anger welled up inside his mind as he directed his gaze at Alex. He knew Alex, the white-robed man before him was the reason for it.
—
Alex's joy reached new heights when he noticed Kain's furious gaze fixed upon him. Simultaneously, he immersed himself in the final battle preparations while carefully examining the farm's notification.
However, Alex was aware that the farm had more surprises in store for him. Something about unlocking phase two of the interdimensional farm piqued his curiosity. It became evident that his privileges within the farm had been elevated.
As Alex continued scrolling through the farm notification, the implications of this increased privilege gradually unfolded before his eyes.
In the past, the farm prohibited Alex from introducing live organisms within its premises.
However, recent changes in his privileges altered this restriction. Now, Alex had the option to pay the farm a certain amount of mana or farm points, granting him the ability to bring other living organisms into the farm.
This newfound privilege immediately expanded his range of actions.
The cost of bringing an organism inside depended on the amount of mana possessed by the living entity.
For instance, if Alex wished to introduce an organism, he had to encase it with his mana and exert control over it through his mana manipulation skills. After that, the farm would teleport it whole, along with his mana into the interdimensional farm.
Alternatively, he could delegate the entire process to the farm, albeit at a substantial price in farm points (FP).
Despite the thrill brought by the unexpected good news, Alex couldn't help but feel a tinge of disappointment.
The notification failed to mention any details about the farm's potential expansion in terms of space.
However, he remained hopeful, speculating that such information might surface later as he encountered new developments. This thought lingered in the recesses of his mind.
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"Kain! Is that it, your monsters are not enough to kill me." Alex declared looking at Kain.
"Where is it?" Kain didn't care about the words Alex spoke. This time, he was mad. He wanted to know why his experimental subject disappeared before him.
After all, the ancient rune formation that surrounded them prevented spatial travel. It could also absorb all mana in the surroundings draining the stamina of the entities inside.
Unless something that is higher grade than the ancient rune formation appeared, nothing would be able to teleport his experimental subject away from him.
This realisation made Kain cautious. His mind spun around trying to find answers, finally asking Alex.
"I know where your monster is. But I don't want to say." Alex replied.
"You have made a poor choice white-robed man. I don't have any more time to…"
"Okay, bye." Alex suddenly interjected and teleported into the interdimensional farm without letting Kain complete his words.,
After teleporting the child into the interdimensional farm, Alex realised that he could still teleport into the farm. Only his teleport skill was hampered, not his ability to enter the farm.
This knowledge led Alex to quickly capture the other two children who turned into mutant monsters and teleport into the farm. He immediately bound them as pets and forced the farm to take action to save their lives.
Kain, stood outside gobsmacked by the sudden disappearance of his foe and his best experimental subjects.
This 𝓬ontent is taken from f(r)eeweb(n)ovel.𝒄𝒐𝙢