Armor: Shura appears at the beginning

In the core area of ​​the Shadow World Base, a news screen with interweaving light and shadow slowly unfolded before the eyes of King Kai Karen.

A male host announced in a calm tone:

“The highly anticipated 180th National Scientist Annual Contribution Gold Award has finally been announced!”

Then he excitedly revealed: "The winner is..."

"Dr. Garu!" As the name was revealed, the entire base seemed to be excited.

However, behind the cheers of the crowd, King Kai Karen seemed unusually calm.

His fists clenched quietly, as if to hide his inner turmoil. As the news footage faded, his breathing seemed to become a little rapid, as if he was thinking about something.

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Looking back fifteen years ago, in a busy laboratory, various experimental equipment and colorful reagents were arranged in an orderly manner.

The young King Kai Karen was also immersed in this ocean of scientific research. At that time, he had all his limbs intact and a naturally strong physique.

He devoted himself to the experiment and was full of enthusiasm and desire for the pursuit of science.

Time passed quietly, and at a certain moment, Karen suddenly burst into excited cheers:

"Great! I succeeded, I finally succeeded!" However, just as he was immersed in joy, misfortune came quietly.

Due to excessive excitement, Karen neglected the danger around him and accidentally knocked over a pile of reagents next to his arm. Two bottles of liquid quickly flowed out and had a violent chemical reaction with the surrounding reagents.

Immediately afterwards, a deafening explosion sounded: "Bang!!!" The laboratory instantly fell into chaos and fire.

“Ahhhh——!!!” King Kai Karen’s screams echoed amid the explosion.

Being closest to the reagents, he could not escape the disaster.

After emergency treatment, Karen saved his life, but the consequences of the explosion made him feel miserable. He sat slumped on the hospital bed, his face full of dejection and despair.

His body suffered severe injuries and he lost an eye, a hand and a leg.

This physical disability made him feel that life was worse than death, and what was even more unacceptable to him was that his previous dreams and pursuits turned into nothing at this moment.

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"Director, I really don't want to give up my job just like that." Karen's voice was filled with determination.

"I understand that my physical condition is not good, but I believe that as long as my brain is still functioning, I have the ability to continue my work."

“My body may be incomplete, but my mind is still sharp and my passion is still burning.”

"As long as I am alive, I have the reason and ability to continue to contribute to the cause of science." He clenched his fists, with an unyielding light in his eyes.

"Also, Director, the registration for the Scientist Gold Award has already begun. This is not just an award for me, but also my long-cherished dream and pursuit."

"I can't give up like this, I must fight for my dream." His voice was full of persistence and desire for his dream.

"My research project has reached the final sprint stage. Although I encountered some unexpected events during the process, I have accumulated enough data and I believe that I will be able to achieve breakthrough results soon."

He added, “You also said before that as long as I complete this project, the chances of winning the award are very high. So, Director, I implore you to give me another chance so that I can continue my research and realize my dream.”

He looked at the director, his eyes full of expectation and pleading, hoping to get the other party's support and understanding.

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"This accident is simply a disaster! Not only has it brought huge losses and endless troubles to our entire institute, it has also put us in an unprecedented predicament!"

"Moreover, look at yourself now. Your body is as weak as a candle in the wind, and your spirit is as weak as an old man who is about to die. It is no exaggeration to say that you have almost become a complete useless person now!"

"You know, this is a private research institute with limited funds and resources. We really don't have the ability or obligation to support a useless person who has made no contribution to the institute!"

"So... I advise you to stop struggling and trying to hold on. Accept the reality. This will be good for you and everyone else."

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“The winners of the 170th National Scientist Annual Contribution Gold Award have been announced!”

"He is... the final winner of the groundbreaking research on the sun's scattered particles and new satellite control technology - Dr. Garu!!!"

This news hit the King Karen like a bolt from the blue. He sat in a dark corner, listening to the sound coming from the TV, and his heart was filled with despair.

The severe damage to his body, the abandonment by the institute, and the loss of his dream award plunged him into the abyss of self-denial.

"What am I still alive for?" he muttered to himself, tears sliding down his only remaining eye and dripping onto his broken arm.

He felt as if he had become a worthless useless person, and even the most basic self-care became a luxury.

At this moment, an idea emerged in his mind - suicide. He felt that he could no longer bear this kind of pain and despair, and would rather choose death to end it all.

However, just as he was about to implement this terrible idea, a mysterious man suddenly appeared in front of him.

The man was wearing a black cloak, his face hidden in the shadows, making it difficult to see his true appearance. Without saying a word, the mysterious man quickly knocked Karen unconscious, then took him away into the night.

When Karen woke up again, he found himself in a strange place.

Surrounded by cold walls and dim lights, he had no idea where he was being taken.

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When Karen gradually regained consciousness from the chaos, he found himself in a completely unfamiliar area.

The surroundings were shrouded in thick darkness, as if even the light was swallowed up, making everything seem blurry.

Fear washed over him as he realized he had no idea what was going on around him.

The unknown is always mankind’s greatest enemy. It makes people feel frightened and at a loss.

"Karen, you have now entered the film industry."

A deep and unfamiliar male voice echoed in the darkness, which undoubtedly intensified Karen's panic. His body trembled involuntarily, as if he was in an extremely cold ice cave.

"Who...who are you?"

"Why did you bring me here?"

"What's the purpose?"

Karen's voice was full of fear and doubt, and he desperately wanted to know the truth of it all.

Soon, the mysterious voice sounded again, with a soothing tone.

"Dr. Cullen, please don't panic."

"I understand how you feel right now, this is indeed an unsettling situation."

"Actually, I came here just to share a proposal with you."

"Are you willing to join hands with us to rule this world that you may not think is perfect?"

"Rule the world?! You are just dreaming!"

Karen sneered disdainfully, his voice full of sarcasm.

"Where do you get the confidence to say such arrogant words?"

"If you really have such great power, why do you hide in the dark? Why do you come to me?"

His words were like sharp arrows, pointing directly at the other party's hypocrisy and arrogance.

Suddenly, an evil laugh echoed in the darkness, as if mocking Karen's doubts.

"That's not idle talk, Dr. Cullen."

The mysterious man's voice sounded again, his tone revealing unquestionable confidence.

"We are looking for you because you have the technology we desperately need - the technology to liberate molecular structures."

"As long as you give us this technology, we will be able to awaken the dark spirits sealed in the Demon Stone."

"These dark spirits contain the deepest and most powerful power in the universe. Once they are awakened, they will be enough for us to rule this planet."

"And you, as the creator of this technology, we will ensure that you have unprecedented power and status."

The mysterious man's words were full of temptation and threats, trying to make Karen succumb to their plan.

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Magic Stone, Dark Magic... These unfamiliar words echoed in Karen's mind, and he felt confused and uneasy.

He swallowed, trying to calm his fear and confusion.

“How do I know if you’re talking nonsense?” Karen tried to make her voice sound firm.

However, the mysterious man's laughter rang out again, as if carrying a strange magic that was irresistible.

"Jie Jie Jie~"

Laughter echoed in the darkness, and the mysterious man continued:

"You'll know if I'm talking nonsense once you try it. For you right now, what else can you not lose?"

"If you choose to escape, then you are doomed to live under the shadow of a useless person for the rest of your life. But if you choose to take risks, even if you fail, you will just return to the starting point. But what if you succeed?"

The mysterious man's words were like a sharp sword, piercing into Karen's heart.

He really had nothing left, even his life had lost its meaning.

If he continued to live like this, he would be nothing more than a walking corpse. Although this opportunity was full of unknowns and dangers, it might be his only salvation.

So, Karen began to hesitate. He weighed the pros and cons again and again, thinking about what the mysterious man said.

Finally, he made a bold decision.

"Okay! I'll take the bet!" Karen's voice was full of determination and courage.

Just like that, Karen went from being a down-and-out scientist to becoming the king of the film industry.

In the end, Karen succeeded. He went from being a useless person abandoned by society to becoming the King of the World!!!

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"call……"

King Karen took a deep breath, stood in front of the window, and looked at the distant skyline. His eyes were deep and firm, as if he had already seen the world that belonged to him in the future.

"No matter what the cost, I will take back everything that this world owes me!" He whispered to himself, his voice full of determination and strength.

Just then, the phone rang, breaking the silence in the room.

King Kai's eyes narrowed, and he quickly took out his cell phone from his pocket and answered the call without hesitation.

"Hey?"

"Lord King Jie, I am Chairman Wang of the Little Duck Textile Group. I need your help with something." A respectful and anxious voice came from the other end of the line.

"Oh? What help?" King Kai's voice was steady and powerful.

"Get rid of two people..." Chairman Wang described in detail the targets that needed to be eliminated, as well as their relevant information.

King Kai listened carefully, nodding from time to time. After a long while, he hung up the phone, and a rare smile appeared on his slightly old face.

"Someone come here!" King Kai turned around and ordered loudly.

The ugly general in black quickly appeared in front of him and bowed his head respectfully.

"Notify Xizhao and Bing'er to prepare for new tasks!" King Kai's voice was full of majesty and command.

"Yes! Lord Kai!!!" The ugly general answered respectfully, then quickly retreated to convey King Kai's order.

King Kai stood in front of the window, gazing into the distance, his heart full of anticipation and confidence.

He knew that as long as they continued to expand their influence and grow their power, one day, this world would belong to them - the shadow world!

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