Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist finalizing a deal with the US, agreeing to co-develop a mysterious technology while retaining exclusive rights for China and Japan. The scene shifts to a research facility where they explain their method for creating monster skill stones, involving extracting energy from mutant corpses similar to martial arts techniques. The protagonist also reveals a past with the Demonic Cult, adding a complex layer to their background, culminating in a discussion on the ethical aspects of their method.