Endless Evolution: Last Star

Chapter 235: Regeneration Through Food

Crackle.

Nessa opened the door, stepping inside cautiously, as if afraid of doing something wrong in Magnusʼs presence.

Adam was acting more relaxed. Anyway, Magnus was a simple man, surely he had Phantoms protectors, but right now, they were the only ones here.

Inside, they saw the man standing with his back to them, in front of a lab table. There were many flasks in this room, both with chemicals and flesh, each piece of flesh belonging to a different monster, as was clear from their colors: some were the usual red, and some were blue or even yellow.

Magnusʼs face was not yet visible, but from the back, one could see a lot of things. Unlike ordinary doctors or lab workers, who always wore white coats, Magnus had a crimson one, long with black edges and no collar.

”Youʼre already here.” Magnus said quietly, he seemed to be focused on something important that required his concentration.

Then, Magnus waved a hand that held a sharp scalpel and said:

”Nessa, come here. I need your help. Adam and Silvana, you can look. Itʼs somewhat related to what Iʼm going to offer you as treatment.” Magnus said calmly, which was very different from his voice earlier, at the entrance from the speakers.

Nessa gulped as she approached him, standing to his right.

Adam and Silvana ended up on his left, and their eyes went wide for a moment.

On the table, in two glass blocks were two identical pieces of flesh, oddly enough they were moving and quite active as if they were alive.

Adam raised an eyebrow. He didnʼt know what these monsters were, it seemed like it used to be some special monster or even an entire species.

”Here, when I make the incision quickly pour it inside.” Magnus handed Nessa a flask with some kind of cold liquid.

Nessa nodded silently.

At the same moment, Magnus waved his hand, making a perfect cut. Immediately, the pieces of flesh, like threads, began to fuse together, but they didnʼt have time, for the cold liquid began to freeze them.

In just a few seconds, the flesh chunk turned completely to ice, frozen like a statue, and it only took one push to shatter it into small pieces.

Soon, the flesh began to shake, as if it wanted to free itself from its icy captivity, but Magnus didnʼt let that happen. He struck the piece of flesh, shattering it into pieces.

”Hmm. So, this compound is useless as well. Nothing surprising, though. Nessa, next time, pour a little more, this was barely enough. I gave you exactly as much as you needed.” Magnus said calmly, but something in his voice made Nessa gulp before nodding.

”Sure. I understand.” Nessa replied, placing the flask on the table.

Then, Magnus turned to Adam and Silvana, revealing himself fully. He had pale skin, sharp facial features, and deep green eyes that were like a snakeʼs that could see through its prey.

Magnus seemed a little malnourished, as was evident in his prominent cheekbones and thin wrists.

He had scarlet hair slicked back, a piercing in his right ear, and black-rimmed glasses that were clearly decorative. A skilled scientist like him could cure any eye disease, that was for sure.

”So? Are you done examining me?” Magnus muttered, adjusting his glasses.

”Yeah... You look impressive.” Silvana replied.

Magnus frowned.

”Iʼm not talking to you. Stay behind your Phantom and be quiet, you donʼt need to annoy me.” Magnus uttered through gritted teeth. It seemed he was the type of person who could lose his temper quickly, all it took was a single spark.

Crackle. Crackle. Crackle.

Immediately, electric shocks ran through Adamʼs body, and a longhorn appeared on his head. His aura grew several times larger, making Nessa forget how to breathe.

”Hey, you shouldnʼt talk to my Operator like that. If sheʼs wrong about something, Iʼll deal with her, but only me, not some freak in an old coat.” Adam said menacingly, while his hair lifted, turning bright blue with electricity.

Oddly enough, though Magnus was an ordinary man, he stood confidently on his feet with a calm face. His breathing was measured and normal.

ʼOh, is this an effect of some of his development, or is it just his spirit power? Thatʼs curious...ʼ Adam pondered, waiting for the situation to develop.

Magnus had to say something.

Silvana, standing behind Adam, gasped, starting to get nervous. She knew that Magnus Zephyr was the best option for Adamʼs treatment, yet that option was now in jeopardy.

Magnus must surely be furious - so thought Silvana as she turned to Magnus, and her eyes went wide.

Abruptly, Magnus smiled kindly, it seemed that even the color of his skin became warmer, and his eyes didnʼt look as dangerous as before. It was as if he had swapped his black side for a white one.

”Good. That kind of drive and strength I respect. Now I see how you defeated Thunder Demon. Sorry, I didnʼt watch the video, only heard it, but now I regret it. Iʼll have to find the time.” Magnus uttered, rubbing his chin with a slight smile.

Crackle.

A final electric shock flickered across Adamʼs eyes as he canceled the ability.

”In that case, shall we get started? You said this experiment had something to do with my treatment. So, Iʼd like to understand exactly how you intend to cure me. Why your way is dangerous, fast, and superior to the best technology in the department.” Adam said seriously.

Magnus didnʼt answer anything, instead, he turned to Nessa and with a kind smile on his face said:

”Would you be so kind as to make us some tea and get us some cookies, chocolate ones?”

”Got it!” Nessa quickly replied before running into the kitchen. Even though Magnus seemed like the kindest person right now, she didnʼt dare disappoint him.

Then, Magnus turned to Adam and put his palms together saying:

”Donʼt worry. As soon as my assistant makes us some tea, Iʼll tell you all about it, but... Before I do, I want to warn you about something.” Magnus narrowed his eyes before stepping closer to Adam.

Then, it seemed to Silvana that a demon from the netherworld appeared in front of Adam, and Magnusʼs emotions again changed drastically, making him eerily frightened.

”Given the circumstances, I hope you donʼt disappoint me. Forcing people to act out of fear is completely ineffective, I need volunteers, and youʼre the perfect match. If you refuse, I will make your life a living hell!”

Magnusʼs voice was threatening enough to make Silvana shudder in fear.

”But, youʼre threatening me right now. Doesnʼt that mean Iʼll get scared, and it wonʼt be something you want?” Adam asked with a calm look, Magnusʼs show did not affect him.

”Oh... Youʼre right!” Magnus quickly exclaimed in a slightly surprised voice as if he had solved a riddle, then he frowned, pondering something, ”Why didnʼt anyone tell me about this? Itʼs really illogical...”

ʼWhat the fuck is going on here...?ʼ Silvana internally muttered, completely puzzled.

Magnus Zephyr had turned out to be a weirdo even to her, though she had learned a bit about him before meeting him, as much as she could.

...

Ten minutes later, all four of them were sitting around the table eating cookies. Well, only Magnus and Zephyr were doing that, Nessa and Silvana hadnʼt touched the sweets.

”Anyway, Iʼll get right to the point. Curing your arm using my method is very simple.” Magnus said, shoving a cookie into his mouth.

”What do I have to do? Find some rare monster? Drink some of your weird ʼpotionsʼ?” Adam asked with a wave of his hand.

Magnus smiled slightly as he swung his hand carelessly.

”Nah, itʼs much simpler than that.”

Adam raised an eyebrow.

”You have to eat the monster.”