I am the Emperor of Humanity across the Multiverse

In terms of physical capabilities, the new generation of clone soldiers was comparable to rebuilt soldiers. However, in terms of intelligence, they were somewhat rigid.

Alexia's research team, using more advanced brain programming technology, successfully enabled the new generation of clone soldiers to speak and issue commands autonomously, based on the current situation. However, they could not conduct independent infiltration or stealth missions like the rebuilt soldiers.

Moreover, the signal receivers implanted in their brains needed to be linked to Atlas combat units within a 15-kilometer range to share the company's encrypted military network. If they exceeded this range, the clone soldiers would immediately shut down, unable to respond effectively to nearby threats, turning into lifeless machines.

In other words, the new generation of clone soldiers couldn't operate without an internet connection.

Finally, there was the issue of stability.

With self-destruct chips serving as a safeguard, and considering their incomplete brain structure and lack of soul or independent thought, the stability of the clone soldiers was quite reliable.

In her project proposal, Alexia also clearly stated plans to optimize the signal receivers as soon as possible. This would enable the clone soldiers' brains to connect with orbital satellites or military vessels like the Selene-class or Fides-class ships, allowing for global deployment.

At that moment, as the combat test in the simulated town ended, Samuel finally spoke: "An excellent mass-produced biological weapon. With these, we can effectively reduce the casualty rate of our soldiers. 

Well done. I will follow last year's survey and give each of you the rewards you requested."

"Last year's?!"

Alexia suddenly remembered that on last year's survey, she had written, "I don't want anything in particular, but if possible, could you clear my shopping cart?" Immediately, she felt a wave of regret! If only she had written down what she truly wanted. Why had she held back? After all, only Samuel, the boss, had the authority to review the survey responses.

"Ahem..."

Shaking off her wandering thoughts, she cleared her throat and reported on some recent notable developments:

"Compound No. 5 has also made breakthrough progress. It can now be produced in small batches, and we expect it to be gradually sent to investigative departments across the universes within eight months, providing every investigator with an additional layer of protection.

Apart from that, there's the matter of the Homelander involved in the interception mission."

As she spoke, Alexia brought up another holographic screen, displaying the Homelander lying in a specially designed recovery pod, along with related data and real-time statistics.

The Homelander, once a fallen superhuman and now a biological weapon, had been targeted during the interception mission ten days ago by concentrated fire from the Reapers' energy weapons. 

He had taken multiple plasma cannon blasts with temperatures exceeding millions of degrees. His so-called "steel body" failed under the assault, and he instantly lost his ability to move and fight, with burns covering 83% of his body.

After Atlas emerged victorious, the biological technicians accompanying the fleet recovered him and transferred him to the biotech R&D center at the production base for more comprehensive, professional surgical treatment.

Alexia, lowering her hands, continued:

"Jonah Vogelbaum, who is in charge of the Compound No. 5 project, says the Homelander will need three more days to fully recover. Afterward, my team will conduct several thorough examinations and update his brain programming to ensure everything is in order."

"Good." Samuel had no objections to Alexia's arrangements.

At the same time, the interception mission had confirmed Samuel's long-standing theory—that in large-scale interstellar naval battles, the Homelander was highly susceptible to being targeted by the enemy. Moreover, the heavy firepower of the enemy was capable of killing him.

Thus, heavy warships, artillery, and large-scale nuclear deterrence remained the most reliable solutions.

"Oh, by the way," Alexia switched the content on the screen, displaying a "giant" lying on a metallic operating table.

The right side of the holographic screen showed brief information, such as "Project Name: Super Soldier / Astartes Program—Subject 001" and "Physiological State: Stable," along with "Gene Seed Source: Guilliman."

Samuel, as calm as ever, didn't show the slightest surprise at the scene, as if he had already anticipated it.

Alexia, however, couldn't see Samuel's expression due to her height and angle, but the head of the biolab couldn't hide her pride. She said:

"As you can see, the Astartes project is nearly complete! We used a prototype clone soldier that met experimental conditions and accelerated its growth to the adolescent stage, at which point we implanted Guilliman's gene seed into its body.

By the time this soulless, thoughtless prototype matured, it had already reached a height of 2.4 meters. Afterward, we performed twenty surgeries on it."

Alexia brought up another holographic screen, listing the names and details of the twenty surgeries, including:

"Implantation of Backup Heart,"

"Implantation of Third Lung,"

"Carbon-Fiber Reinforcement of Bones,"

"Further Sensory System Enhancements,"

"Genetic Encoding of 24th Chromosome Pair," and more.

After briefly skimming through the list, Samuel nodded in approval.

"Haha~" Alexia, unable to suppress her proud smile, asked: "So, boss? Was my effort worth it? Do you think Subject 001's data will meet your expectations?"

"You and your team's efforts should be acknowledged. I only offered some suggestions; biology isn't my area of expertise."

For the first time in days, Samuel smiled and said, "As for whether it meets my expectations for the Astartes, we'll need actual tests to find out."

"Of course," Alexia nodded, satisfied with Samuel's response. She then brought up data related to the gene seed of Sanguinius:

"Also, during our study of the adult prototype, we discovered that Sanguinius' gene seed could actually integrate some of the information from Night Lords. So, I'm planning to optimize that child's gene seed. 

But, of course, I'll need your approval first."

Night Lords? Vampires?

Hearing this, Samuel lowered his head slightly and warned in a serious tone:

"I can approve it, but the primary concern must be the stability of the gene seed. Remember, it must be stable."

The potential for further optimization meant that the Astartes, modeled after Sanguinius, would see an additional boost in combat power.

However, Samuel did not want a repeat of the "Red Thirst" phenomenon from Warhammer 40K that plagued the Blood Angels Legion.

"Don't worry, there's no need to remind me. I'll never allow any instability in the gene seed. Stability is the foundation."

Alexia's expression turned serious as she gave her assurance.

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