In the laboratory of Stark Industries' Life Sciences Department, a black-haired Asian woman was using a nano-probe to adjust the cultivation chamber of the Life Cradle.
This woman was none other than Dr. Zhao Hailun, who was in charge of the Life Cradle Project, and the only other scientist besides Lauren who could perfectly integrate Vibranium with biological tissue.
The reason Ultron rushed to Stark Industries at this time was for this woman; he wanted to use Dr. Zhao Hailun's Life Cradle Project to create a powerful Vibranium body for himself.
He had already designed the blueprint for this body; now all that was missing was Dr. Zhao Hailun's Life Cradle equipment to manufacture his brand-new body.
So this time, no matter what, he had to get his hands on the Life Cradle equipment and Dr. Zhao Hailun, as this would greatly help his subsequent plans!
"The molecular stability of Vibranium requires bio-electric field guidance, which is inherently a very difficult thing, but with the help of the Life Cradle Project, it becomes very simple."
Inside the laboratory, Dr. Zhao Hailun excitedly spoke into the experimental recorder, diligently documenting the process and results of each experiment for future reference.
However, just then, a faint sound of footsteps came from outside the door, and before she could react, her laboratory suddenly lost power.
Immediately, darkness enveloped the entire laboratory, and the emergency backup lights in the room lit up instantly.
Just then, the alloy door of the laboratory suddenly caved inward, and then with a bang, the heavy alloy door was easily blasted open.
Immediately, a tall robot accompanied by three slightly smaller robots appeared before her. Looking at the newcomers, Dr. Zhao Hailun's face couldn't help but show a look of terror.
Because the newcomer was none other than Ultron, whom she had seen before.
Although the Ultron in front of her had changed bodies, she still recognized him at a glance.
"Dr. Zhao, your expertise has a higher purpose; your talents should not be buried here."
Ultron said in a relaxed tone as he walked towards Dr. Zhao Hailun.
Watching Ultron constantly approaching, Dr. Zhao Hailun retreated in terror.
"Relax, I won't hurt you; you are my honored guest."
"The Life Cradle is a crucial step in Earth's evolution, and you will become the Creator's assistant."
Ultron smiled and extended his hand towards Dr. Zhao Hailun, trying to comfort her.
But at this moment, Dr. Zhao Hailun suddenly grabbed a nearby chair and threw it at Ultron, then darted towards the door, attempting to escape.
Seeing this, Ultron shook his head helplessly.
"I have already shown my sincerity, why do you still do such meaningless things?"
Ultron didn't even turn to look at Dr. Zhao Hailun, because at that moment, several robot subordinates beside him had already leaped out and instantly subdued Dr. Zhao Hailun.
Then, a syringe containing anesthetic liquid precisely pierced Dr.'s neck, and in an instant, her vision went black, and she lost consciousness.
"Take her and this Life Cradle equipment with you!
Oh, right, and while you're at it, destroy the Ark Reactor beneath this building. Consider it a small gift for Tony Stark!"
Ultron said calmly, his tone carrying a sense of arrogance, as if looking down on all living beings.
With that, he leaped and transformed into a long rainbow, directly leaving the Stark Industries building.
Ten minutes later, inside S.H.I.E.L.D.'s secret Base, Fury looked at the monitoring screen and slammed his fist on the control panel's display.
"Fuck, what exactly does this Ultron guy want to do? And what is that equipment for? Tony, you'd better give us an explanation."
Fury looked coldly at Tony. He had originally wanted Tony Stark to create an artificial intelligence that could automatically protect this Planet, not an artificial intelligence specifically designed to target them.
Everything that was happening now was contrary to what he had envisioned, which naturally made him very dissatisfied.
Upon hearing this, Tony's expression didn't change much.
"That's the Life Cradle Project, a project capable of creating life forms. It can imbue mechanical bodies with life.
The reason Ultron abducted her is likely because he wants to use the Life Cradle Project to build a brand new body; he wants to turn himself into a true 'life form.'"
"An artificial intelligence wanting to become a true life form!"
Hearing Tony's words, Fury's face showed shock.
He had only witnessed such a thing from Lauren, but he hadn't expected Tony Stark to now embark on this path as well.
What exactly is he trying to do?
Does he want to start a mechanical life form revolution?
"It seems we're in big trouble!"
Hearing Tony's words, Rogers on the side showed displeasure. He had always disapproved of Tony's misuse of his technology.
But Tony Stark had never taken his words seriously, and now that there was a problem, he was naturally very annoyed.
"The trouble has already occurred; talking about it now is meaningless. The most important thing is how to resolve this threat."
"Report, Mr. Stark, a signal sent by Dr. Zhao Hailun has been detected. This should have been secretly sent by Dr. Zhao Hailun. The signal is intermittent, but it roughly indicates that they are heading towards Sokovia!"
"Sokovia? Didn't I destroy a Hydra secret Base there before? Could Ultron be colluding with Hydra?"
"Damn it, immediately prepare to go to Sokovia. We absolutely cannot let Ultron succeed, otherwise, the consequences will be unimaginable!"
Fury immediately issued a pursuit order. They hurried towards the helipad in the Base, where a Quinjet was parked.
However, just as they were about to board the Quinjet, a dozen Iron Robots suddenly flew rapidly from the sky.
Then, miniature missiles were fired, and in the blink of an eye, the Quinjet was blown to pieces.
The Robots did not land; after destroying the Quinjet, they directly sped off into the sky.
In an instant, they disappeared without a trace.
Clearly, this was intentional on Ultron's part.
"Damn it!"
Looking at the destroyed Quinjet, Fury couldn't help but roar, feeling like he wanted to kill someone.
And while Fury was still in a fit of impotent rage, the valley of Sokovia echoed with the loud clang of metal.
HYDRA's secret Base was hidden deep within an abandoned uranium mine; the three-hundred-meter-thick granite bunker was enough to block any detection signals.
Dr. Zhao Hailun was fixed in front of the operating console, and the Life Cradle equipment was being activated.
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