Chapter 576: Chapter 437: Zhao Heng’s Endless Inspiration (Part 2)
"This technology is very difficult to scale up. To do gene micro-adjustment, you first have to plot an individual genome map, and then use nanorobots for targeted adjustments. The cost involved is much higher than surgeries or treatment projects at those beauty clinics."
Zhao Heng slightly shook his head and said.
If it could really be scaled up, hundreds of billions in revenue would be just around the corner.
But in reality, it’s not that simple.
Gene regulation, such things are destined to be personalized, customized treatments, which can’t be scaled up, unlike a concentrated serum.
Bear in mind that everyone’s gene sequences are vastly different.
"Then let me try this technology first. Although I’m in good condition now, in a few years I’m afraid my skin will start to deteriorate."
Xu Man Ni leaned on Zhao Heng and smiled as she spoke.
"Sure."
Zhao Heng nodded straightforwardly.
"Is it really without side effects?"
Xu Man Ni asked again, worried.
"You’ve watched too many sci-fi movies... This is just reactivating a gene, letting it express again, without involving modification, alteration, or replacement. In genetic modification terms, it’s the most basic and initial."
Zhao Heng explained.
"That’s true. We’re not talking about growing wings or turning into Spiderman from a spider bite, or gaining eagle-like vision like in movies."
With Zhao Heng’s explanation, Xu Man Ni thought for a moment, realizing it indeed seemed that way.
It’s just the mention of genes makes it sound too grand, like it’s some amazing scientific technology.
"How could human genes mix with animal or insect genes? Using animals’ advantages to enhance human bodies is utopian scientific fantasy."
Zhao Heng smiled slightly.
Humans’ advantage is wisdom. Whether it’s speed, strength, or vision—whatever advantages biology offers—humans can research substitutes with their intelligence.
In human modification, the most worthwhile pursuit is living longer, living healthier, nothing more.
The notion of possessing bear strength, eagle vision, cat reflexes, etc., is scientific fantasy. Practically, it’s more feasible to develop external armors or exoskeletons.
Of course, scientific fantasy is all about romanticism, like humanoid biped mecha, practically redundant, as history proves tracks are king for any vehicle.
"Actually, if this technology matures, I think opening a medical aesthetics center is feasible. Better you earn the money than those scammers."
Xu Man Ni pondered and said, as the medical aesthetics industry grows, many top hospitals are establishing related departments.
"It’s difficult. Genetics is a profoundly complex discipline, and mapping a personal genome isn’t something typical doctors or even researchers can achieve."
Zhao Heng slightly shook his head.
"Where there’s a will, there’s a way. When any technology first emerges, few people master it."
Xu Man Ni replied indifferently.
Although she and Zhao Heng have essentially achieved financial freedom, no one dislikes having more money.
Neither she nor Zhao Heng are materialistic, but in this world, without money, many things can’t be done.
"How long do you need to make these adjustments for me?"
After a moment, Xu Man Ni curiously asked.
"About two months."
Zhao Heng thought for a bit and provided a time frame.
"Two months for just one person?"
Xu Man Ni realized then why Zhao Heng said this method is limited to individualized treatment currently.
Two months for one person is far from practical use standards, let alone commercial use.
"Two months is already very short."
Zhao Heng shook his head slightly.
"Two months to regain perpetual youth is quite worth it."
Xu Man Ni said thoughtfully.
With the advancement of technology, perpetual youth—at least in terms of appearance—is not an unattainable goal.
Though paths vary, many types of technology can achieve this result.
Zhao Heng’s mastery of gene expression micro-adjustment is arguably the most direct method.
Two months isn’t long, considering some actresses go to great lengths for skin and body maintenance.
"How about weight loss? Can it be controlled? I mean, reaching the point of eating without gaining weight?"
Xu Man Ni asked again.
"It’s achievable, but unnecessary."
Zhao Heng contemplated and responded.
"Why unnecessary? Many people, especially girls, are obsessed with dieting."
Xu Man Ni was somewhat confused.
"If everyone is thin, thinness loses its significance."
Zhao Heng said slowly.
Many things have ideal scenarios on one hand and reality on the other.
For instance, if human average lifespan extended to 100 years where productivity is insufficiently developed, it seems positive, but not entirely.
Similar to why fertility rates have dropped below 0.5 now.
What does a fertility rate below 0.5 mean?
Two child-bearing women, but less than one willing to have a child.
So why don’t people want to have children?
Reasons may be manifold, experts can list ten or twenty factors, but young people’s strongest and most genuine thought is: I don’t want my kid to repeat my hardships. Why bother!
"What you mean is that if everyone in the world is wealthy, then no one is truly wealthy, it’s the same principle."
Xu Man Ni contemplated and said.
Xu Man Ni is indeed a very smart woman, and in Zhao Heng’s eyes, except for Song Chen who left for the far shores, he hasn’t met a smarter woman than her.
"Close enough."
Zhao Heng nodded.
"You’re tired for the day, head to bed early."
After a pause, Zhao Heng said to Xu Man Ni.
He knows Xu Man Ni was already tired from work during the day, plus arranging meetings and meals after work, she’s doubtlessly exhausted now.
"But, we haven’t for a long time..."
Xu Man Ni hesitated to continue.
She knows, at Zhao Heng’s age, some things shouldn’t be missed daily, their work is busy, averaging just two to three times a week.
Zhao Heng happens to be the type with great stamina; if not for knowing how busy he is with work, she’d start worrying now.
"Just rest well."
Zhao Heng gently smiled at Xu Man Ni.
Honestly, initially, perhaps he was quite enthusiastic, but as with everything, excess loses allure.
Moreover, for Zhao Heng now, realizing his ideals, changing the world to the utmost extent, that’s what truly ignites passion!
Just imagining extending life, eradicating cancer, or numerous things previously unthinkable, with the system’s Limit Breaking function, Zhao Heng dares say, given time, he might change the world completely or not.
"Why not a little bit? Honestly, recently, I’ve been under a lot of stress."
Xu Man Ni added.
Studies show, for relieving stress, ×× is currently the most effective human behavior.
"Huh?"
Zhao Heng was a bit staggered by her words.
Stressed?
And then...?
On second thought, it’s quite normal. This indeed alleviates stress since during the process, the body releases a substantial dopamine quantity, making one feel relaxed and comfortable.
The originally planned truce might turn into another night of warfare for Zhao Heng.
