Chapter 1770

Jolene sighed deeply, her frustration simmering. "In the past, ambition meant going mad for success. Now, it's about exploiting others just to survive. Paradise Isle might sound idyllic, but it's a gathering place for devils. It's darker than you can imagine." Perseus frowned, unease creeping into his expression. He wanted Jolene to get to the point. What kind of sinister plots was she hinting at? The growing suspense was fraying his nerves. "They've been extracting the genes of extraordinary individuals," Jolene began. "Take Ebrea, known for its athletes. Let's use the NBA as an example. "Ten years ago, players were chosen based on specific physical builds. Tall and strong players dominated the paint, while shorter, faster players excelled in defense. "Ebrea scientists extracted genes from these players—strength from the tall, speed from the agile—and injected them into a selected female subject. The woman gave birth to a child who was genetically engineered to excel beyond anyo