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Chapter 365: Using "Tiao" as a Measure Word Doesn't Seem Wrong, Does It?
Chapter 365: Using "Tiao" as a Measure Word Doesn't Seem Wrong, Does It?
"Did you kill that traitor?" The brain worm, confined in the prison, was unable to break free due to the unique rules of Lord Era. It would need to break through to the 9th stage, but it clearly lacked the protagonist's potential, so even if it went berserk or shouted to break free, it would be futile.
"Hisss~ Using 'tiao' as a measure word is still a bit hard for me to get used to," Qin Muye chuckled.
In the entire insect hive planet, the only things of value to Qin Muye were the queen and the brain worm. The former seemed to serve as the gene bank for the insect race, while the brain worm was the core.
"However, if you're talking about the brain worm, I did indeed kill one. I just want to ask, have I ever offended you?" Qin Muye said leisurely.
Today, he had managed to find some spare time to dissect the brain worm and try to uncover the secrets of the hive mind network and the shadow energy.
As for not dissecting it, that was impossible. Without understanding the internal structure, how could he get any useful samples?
"No, but the traitor is here," the brain worm weakly responded.
It had too many debuffs, and the prison's effects made it completely powerless to resist.
Qin Muye planned to first understand the secrets of the insect race before killing these four 8th-stage insects, preferably before he finished clearing the hive planet.
This way, he would not only gain additional points but also four gold treasure chests.
"Oh, right, Black Hand, have someone slaughter the king insect and the jumper insect and exchange them for treasure chests. I don't need these two; it would be a shame if they expired later," Qin Muye suddenly realized that they were of little use, so he decided to have them killed immediately.
The brain worm did not react, showing no signs of anger or resentment, as it was struggling to take care of itself.
As a specialized shadow energy insect, its physical capabilities were naturally inferior to other insects.
It looked like a large slug, and after some thought, Qin Muye began a targeted dissection, quickly finding the core of the shadow energy.
In fact, Qin Muye had long suspected it was either in the brain or the heart, where else could it be?
Sure enough, it was in the brain. The brain worm's brain was different from a human's, but due to the shadow energy, the original normal tissue had become highly energized.
Even under suppression, it remained highly active.
Qin Muye did not have high hopes for shadow energy, a special kind of energy. He was more interested in the hive mind network to enhance his magic network.
However, shadow energy was the foundation of the hive mind network, so Qin Muye had to conduct further experiments.
The brain worm, with its brain exposed, did not show much feeling. Insects did not have a pain system and remained very calm: "You want to decipher the secrets of shadow energy?"
"Unfortunately, shadow energy is innate to our insect race."
"I know that. I'm not particularly interested in shadow energy; I'm more interested in the hive mind network. To be honest, this thing is a talent of yours, brain worms, and although the foundation is shadow energy, I can only start by studying shadow energy," Qin Muye explained.
He found that the brain worm did not seem to be a sore loser.
"Unless you convert to the insect race, no matter how much you study, you will never decipher what you want." The brain worm's tone was persuasive.
"I don't mind, but my current situation doesn't allow me to convert to the insect race," Qin Muye said with a hint of helplessness. After all, converting to an insect required being a carbon-based life form, and Qin Muye didn't even know which category he belonged to.
After all, beneath his skin lay an abyss, not a proper human.
So converting to an insect was not very practical.
It was best to study it himself.
With the research data from the previous shadow energy seed and this perfect brain worm sample, Qin Muye's studies on shadow energy progressed rapidly.
It was just a special kind of energy, after all. Even if it was innate, what did it matter? Qin Muye had once experimented with the Crimson Source, something that clearly belonged to an ancient god, so what was a mere shadow energy?
As long as he didn't delve into its origin or history, there wouldn't be too many problems.
"It's somewhat similar to the divine will of warlocks, but the energy level of shadow energy is a bit higher. Interesting. Perhaps it was because the Demon Insect Overlord came to this world."
Qin Muye acquired a vast amount of data from the process and proceeded to make further deductions. Before long, the prototype of a hive mind network emerged.
Although shadow energy had many other uses, such as combat and defense, for Qin Muye, these were far less important than using it to construct a vast mental network.
"Master, the Great Shadow Dynasty is in trouble," Black Hand hurried over and whispered.
Qin Muye, who was in the middle of his research, suddenly paused: "With the God of Shadow pressing down, how could anything go wrong?"
Qin Muye was very surprised. While he might not recognize the God of Shadow's strength, he absolutely acknowledged the God of Shadow's administrative skills and political acumen. As long as the God of Shadow lived, the Great Shadow Dynasty would not fall into chaos.
But now, something had happened, which was a bit illogical.
"The noble families and schools from all regions have rebelled, and even some ministers have declared the God of Shadow to be a tyrant and a corrupt ruler."
"They are now rallying millions to force the God of Shadow to abdicate."
After hearing Black Hand's words, Qin Muye dismissed the matter: "Oh, let them cause trouble. It doesn't concern us, and do they really think numbers will help? The God of Shadow must have been prepared for this long ago."
A mere group of noble families and schools, none of which have reached the 7th stage, what use is it to rally so many people? Without absolute strength as their backing, they are bound to fail.
No matter how many 6th-stage individuals there are, they are no match for a 7th-stage.
Moreover, the God of Shadow is not an ordinary 7th-stage. In the realm of Lords, he is on par with True Dragon Emperor and Wuzhujushi, the prodigies. Do they really think they can shake him?
Even if the Great Shadow Dynasty were to fall, it would not affect Qin Muye. He is not influenced by their public opinion or resource supply. As for the things the God of Shadow had promised, Qin Muye can take them himself if they do not deliver. It is not a big deal.
Taking them himself means he will not just take what is on the list but will take whatever he deems satisfactory.
"This rebellion is not simple. It seems someone is orchestrating and fueling the chaos from behind the scenes; otherwise, such a large-scale situation would not have arisen," Black Hand emphasized.
Qin Muye, upon hearing this, found Black Hand's words reasonable. However, it didn't really help him, as he was not involved in such matters. He could only respond with a sigh: "Do what you need to do. Just let me know if you need anything."
"I suspect the God of Shadow might be in trouble, so I want to take a shot at the Three Demons of Greed, Hatred, and Delusion," Black Hand said.
"???" Qin Muye was taken aback. He could understand the God of Shadow being in trouble, but why target the Three Demons of Greed, Hatred, and Delusion?
They seemed unrelated to the current situation.
However, he found Black Hand's logic sound. He had coveted the Spirit Realm for a long time, so luring the Three Demons into the prison would mean the Spirit Realm would be his.
"That makes sense. What do you need?" Qin Muye thought this was a good idea.
"I want to ask Hercules, Prometheus, and Hecate for help. They can help us capture the Three Demons of the Spirit Realm. With the Spirit Realm in play, these three powerful demons are not easy to catch, even though their immortality is somewhat weak, it is still genuine," Black Hand stated his request.
The sprites were not capable of commanding the Titan gods; in the territory, they only followed Qin Muye's orders.
"Alright, I will talk to them," Qin Muye readily agreed, as it was not a big deal.
But he soon remembered something: "Will targeting the Three Demons of Greed, Hatred, and Delusion trigger the crisis of the Higher-Dimensional Demons?"
"Remember, we haven't finished dealing with the insect invasion yet. If another crisis erupts, we won't have the resources to handle it."
Currently, most of the troops were engaged in the insect hive planet, and it would take at least three to five months to completely resolve the issue. After all, it was a planet as large as the Warlock Dynasty server, and it couldn't be solved in just a few days.
"We are not sure, but if we act first, there is a chance to avoid it. As long as the Three Demons are imprisoned, the entire world will be free of any hindrances," Black Hand was uncertain, as the situation Qin Muye described was also possible.
"Then let's hold off for now. We'll make a decision after we clear the insect hive planet." Qin Muye did not want to take the risk, so he naturally refused.
(End of Chapter)
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