Chapter 469 Ned's Door of Destiny

2017 is the year when the world welcomes the birth of superpowers and superhumans. Breakthroughs in genetic technology, the invention of drugs, and even some accidents have given ordinary humans extraordinary powers. Behind all this is the "Superhero and Artificial Intelligence Regulatory Act" led by Tony Stark. Across the world, 987 people have officially signed contracts to become registered superpowers, distributed in every corner of the world. This number is increasing every day, and today, I, Ned Leeds, will become one of them.

I sat in a luxurious black car, feeling very excited. This was the car sent by Hawke Corporation to pick me up. They are one of the giants that control the most advanced technology and resources in the world. I have waited for this moment for so long. Finally, I have the opportunity to stand in the ranks of superheroes. I am not only an absolute fan of Spider-Man, but also the number one fan of the Invisible Man Alex Hassell. Just think about it, I, a superhero fan, will now join their ranks! It's unbelievable.

The car drove smoothly on the asphalt road, and I looked out the window at the tall buildings outside. Every time the time was approaching, my heart couldn't help but beat faster. The superhero movies I watched in those years, those nights with Peter, I fantasized about having super powers one day, and now it's finally coming true!

The destination is the industrial park of the Umbrella Corporation, which is the birthplace of the world's top technology. The magnificent laboratories and high-tech equipment in my mind made me even more excited. Today, I will officially embark on the road of becoming a superhero here.

The car slowly drove into the gate of the Umbrella Corporation, and the huge company logo shone in the sun. I rubbed my hands nervously, but I was more excited. I knew this was not just an ordinary transformation, but a turning point in my destiny. Today, I will no longer be the ordinary Ned Leeds, but Ned who will soon have super powers.

When the car drove into the core area of ​​the industrial park, I saw him - Alex Hassell, the Invisible Man himself! He was standing in front of a huge promotional poster, smiling and talking to the staff. He is a legend in my heart. I have seen him play the cool invisible man role in movies countless times. Moreover, I heard that his latest movie "Shadow Lord" is about to start shooting. It's incredible! He stood there, as if he was the real hero.

"Oh my god, it's really him!" I screamed in my heart with excitement, and my palms were sweating. I was about to meet my most admired idol and even have the chance to become someone like him.

After the car stopped, I took a deep breath, my heartbeat seemed to burst out of my chest. I couldn't believe that I had really come to this point - from a fan of superheroes to becoming a superhero. I knew that at this moment, my destiny would change completely.

When Alex Hassell saw Ned getting out of the car, he immediately smiled humorously and greeted him easily: "Hey, this is today's big shot! I heard that you are finally going to join the ranks of superhumans. How do you feel? Is your heart beating faster?"

Ned's eyes widened, and he was obviously nervous, but he still managed a smile and waved his hand, trying to act natural. "Hey, Alex! Uh, it feels... a bit like before an exam, nervous and excited."

He rubbed his clothes unconsciously with his hands, looking a little uneasy. Although he pretended to be calm on the surface, the excitement in his eyes could not be hidden at all. He kept taking deep breaths, trying to calm himself down. After all, the person standing in front of him was the invisible man he admired.

Alex raised an eyebrow and asked with a hint of curiosity: "By the way, Spider-Man didn't come today? I thought you two were inseparable 'best partners'."

Ned smiled, but he felt a little embarrassed and uneasy inside. He thought about the conversation he had with Peter yesterday. In fact, he deliberately asked Peter not to come because he knew he was already nervous enough in front of his idol. If Peter was involved, this nervousness might soar to the limit. "Well, Peter is a little busy today. There is something at school." Ned said casually, but in fact, the scene of yesterday was still floating in his mind.

——Yesterday, he struggled over and over again, and finally said to Peter: "Dude, please don't come with me, please, I will be more nervous. Besides, when Umbrella wanted to tell my parents, I had a lot of trouble to convince them. After all, I'm grown up, right? I want to prove that I can face these things independently. To be honest, I'm not sure if I can become a real superhero, but..."

At that moment, Peter patted him on the shoulder, his eyes full of trust and encouragement: "I know you can do it, Ned. You are already a hero, whether you have superpowers or not."

Coming back to his senses, Ned looked at Alex Hassell seriously, his eyes flashing with hope and longing: "To be honest, I'm still a little nervous. I don't know if I can do it well. But if I can really get super powers, I hope I can become a real hero like you."

Alex smiled slightly after hearing what Ned said, and his expression suddenly showed a hint of self-mockery. "Oh, like me?" He lowered his head and sighed, with a hint of complex emotions flashing in his eyes, as if he remembered something in the past that he couldn't bear to look back on.

"You know what, Ned? I wasn't a 'hero' before. I did a lot of stupid things out of self-righteousness, and used that power to do a lot of wrong things... and hurt a lot of innocent people. At that time, I didn't care about justice or responsibility at all, I only cared about my own desires and ambitions."

Alex's eyes gradually drifted away, as if he was lost in some kind of contemplation. The world he once lived in was full of violence and corruption, and those who controlled power acted recklessly. He was a product of that world and once thought he could be above everything, until he realized that power does not equal justice.

"But later I realized that a true hero does not have superpowers, but chooses to do the right thing after having power." Alex turned to look at Ned, with some profound insights in his eyes, "Power is a tool, the key is how to use it. You have a good heart, Ned, don't let it go. No matter what happens in the future, remember that responsibility is always more important than power."

Ned was a little stunned. He didn't expect that the once-powerful superhero in front of him would talk about his past and mistakes so frankly. In just a few words, Ned suddenly felt that his understanding of being a hero had been sublimated.

"I will," Ned nodded, his voice full of determination and admiration, "I won't let this opportunity go to waste."

Alex chuckled and patted Ned on the shoulder, "Just wait and see, boy, today is your day."

Alex took Ned through the corridors of the Umbrella Group and finally came to the core area - Kreutz's laboratory. This laboratory was even larger than Ned had imagined, surrounded by various high-tech equipment, with complex data charts hanging on the walls, and the flashing screens seemed to silently tell that this place held the secrets of the future.

When they walked into the laboratory, Ned immediately felt an invisible pressure enveloping him. In the center of the laboratory, Kreutz was standing in front of a huge operating table, wearing a neat white coat, staring intently at the virtual screen in front of him. The screen displayed a series of dense data and genetic structure diagrams, and the flashing light made Ned a little dazzled.

The warrior standing upright like a statue next to Kreutz made Ned even more nervous. He was tall and mighty, with well-defined muscles, as if every muscle had been carefully sculpted, and exuded an indescribable sense of power. The Power of the Gods was wearing heavy armor, with his arms crossed in front of his chest and a cold look, like a legendary god of war. Ned couldn't help swallowing, his heartbeat quickened, and he nervously greeted, "Uh, hey, everyone..."

Kreutz heard Ned's voice, turned his head slowly, and a gentle smile appeared on his face. "Oh, Ned, welcome to my laboratory." His tone was gentle, as if he completely ignored Ned's uneasy movements. He stretched out his hand and gently swiped across the virtual screen in front of him. The data on the screen immediately changed with his gestures, projecting a holographic image of Ned's genetic map.

Kreutz narrowed his eyes, carefully examining the information on the screen, then smiled and said to Ned, "After our detailed genetic analysis, I have identified several superpower options that are very suitable for your body."

Ned couldn't help but feel a little nervous. Although he was mentally prepared, when the moment really came, he felt a mixture of trepidation and excitement. He scratched his head and asked cautiously, "Uh, what kind of ability is it?"

Kreutz smiled slightly, with a hint of mystery in his eyes. He pointed to the gene map on the virtual screen and said slowly: "Your genes are very special, especially in metabolism and cell regeneration. After detailed analysis, we decided to use the T virus to transform your whole body." He paused, observing Ned's reaction, and continued to explain, "The T virus is different from traditional viruses. It is an advanced gene catalyst that can stimulate your physical potential and maximize your genetic advantages."

When Ned heard this, his excited expression instantly turned into hesitation, and his brows slightly frowned, "T virus? It sounds a bit scary." There was a bit of uneasiness in his words, as if he was worried about the unknown consequences.