Chapter 50 War

Zhao Xiuran certainly knew that gossiping about someone's father-in-law was not a polite thing to do, but he already regarded Xia Yi as a friend, so he was very worried about his situation.

Those are scorpion eyes!

In the criteria of male insects for choosing a mate, scorpions may only be slightly better than mantises...they are both the worst choice.

After all, there is a huge difference in fighting power between female and male insects, and some female insects can be really deadly when they get jealous!

Moreover... Enoch Webster had outstanding military achievements and a distinguished family background. Why would "Euphemia" match him with an F-class male insect with almost no mental power?

Zhao Xiuran didn't quite believe that this was entirely due to genetic matching. Of course, he couldn't know that this was because of Ome's request. He believed that it was the nobles' doing.

For example, adding special priorities, or setting preferences.

Who knows if "Euphemia" is fair?

To be more specific, are the Webster family specifically looking for low-level male insects?

Although much research data on male insects had been destroyed since the collapse of the Federation, Zhao Xiuran knew that some studies had shown that the pheromones contained in the blood of male insects could also greatly alleviate the mental chaos of female insects.

so……

Theoretically, it is possible for females to prey on males.

The disappearance of a low-level male insect will not cause much waves in the empire.

The more Zhao Xiuran thought about it, the more anxious he became, but he had no evidence, so he hesitated for a moment.

Now that Xia Yi's mental strength has improved a lot, he shouldn't be facing such danger anymore...

"Of course this is just a guess... You don't have to take it too seriously." Zhao Xiuran regretted that he had said too much. What if the two insects were fine originally, but became suspicious because of his words?

Xia Yi thought about the major general's father. Although he had only met him once, Xia Yi intuitively felt that he was not a bad person.

Not to mention Enoch.

In Xia Yi's heart, there is probably no better insect than Enoch.

"Anyway, be careful of the scorpion's tail!"

The scorpion's tail...

Xia Yi thought of the tail hook that was not obedient at all that day.

Soft and a little naughty.

Is this little guy something to worry about?

Zhao Xiuran knew from Xia Yi's expression that he didn't take it seriously. He sighed softly and said, "The jealousy of female insects is terrifying."

He also took on two female servants due to his family's arrangement. Every year during the statutory chaperone days, Jeffrey would become very depressed. The three of them couldn't even stay under the same roof for long...

Zhao Xiuran thought bitterly, he was quite chaste. A female monarch and two female servants was a simple family structure for a male insect! And Xia Yi's female insect was a scorpion. He would have a hard time in the future!

For scorpions, killing other female insects in a duel is also a piece of cake!!!

At this moment, the doorbell rang crisply, and Xia Yi subconsciously raised an apologetic smile: "Sorry, sir, this place is closed..."

When he looked up, it turned out to be Major General Enoch!

"Enoch!" Shay exclaimed in surprise, "Why are you here? I thought you were still on Houston."

There was a small-scale Star Beast riot recently on Houston, which is under the jurisdiction of the Second Military Region. Major General Enoch went to Houston three days ago, and Shay originally thought that he would not come today.

Major General Webster took off his military jacket and hung it on the back of the chair, then quickly stepped forward to catch Shay who was jogging out. He raised his hand to smooth the young man's hair and handed him the cardboard box.

"Houston Star produces a plant called Kern. It expands when heated. I think you might like it."

After Xia Yi opened it, he found that it contained small milky white balls, which were very similar to popcorn on Earth. Even the taste was very similar, but they were much larger, as big as lychees.

"tasty!"

The major general, who rarely showed any expression in public, curled his lips.

The sunny day was filled with the rich aroma of coriander, and Shay had the illusion that he was passing by a movie theater.

Zhao Xiuran took the Kane handed to him by Xia Yi, and his eyes fell on Major General Webster's military uniform draped over the back of the chair at the door.

He came from a prominent family, so naturally he received much more information than Xia Yi, who was still a student.

Although the scale of the star-beast riot on the Houston planet was not very large, some close-in star-beasts appeared that only appeared when the mother star appeared.

This kind of star beast has very thick armor, and even the lightsaber mounted on the mecha finds it difficult to pierce it. Moreover, its blood is surprisingly thick. It may take the loss of a small group of elite Zerg to grind a nearby star beast to death.

If the mother beast revives...

Then the empire may have to enter a period of war preparation again.

Zhao Xiuran knew more, so naturally the focus of his observation shifted, and he discovered some things that Xia Yi did not notice.

Webster went to Houston this time to complete military duties. There were dried blood stains on the military uniform he took off. Even though it had been processed, the blood of the star beast had a special smell. Zhao Xiuran had a sensitive nose and still smelled it.

He didn't even have time to change his clothes, but he had time to buy Keen for Xia Yi?

Zhao Xiuran looked at Xia Yi who was eating happily and unaware of what was happening, and suddenly realized the purpose of this food with a rich aroma.

In order to prevent the male insect from noticing the bloody smell on his body?

If so...

Zhao Xiuran felt relieved for Xia Yi.

If Major General Webster is such a considerate and caring female insect, she probably wouldn't do anything drastic...

Zhao Xiuran's gaze wandered and met a pair of sharp gray eyes.

He was startled and looked away. When he looked back, he saw Major General Webster with his head down, staring seriously at the black-haired male insect in front of him.

Ying, when will Jeffrey come to pick him up!

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The war came suddenly.

Less than 14 hours after the jump from Bruno Main Star, a large number of star beasts appeared on the Houston planet. They raided the army stationed on the original planet. The sleeping female soldiers were killed by the star beasts before they even had time to react.

At six in the morning of the second day, a patrol drone on a fixed route captured a horrific scene at Institute 17 - broken limbs and flesh were scattered all over the ground, the mechas had been eaten to pieces, and the well-fed star beasts were entrenched in Institute 17, like giant black steel wool balls placed on a red chopping board.

In an instant, the entire Internet was shocked, and the Star Internet was flooded with reports about the Houston planet.

The enormous size of these star beasts and their organized and premeditated actions all indicate that the mother beast is active.

And now, the magnetic storm that Houston encounters periodically has suddenly arrived, and the information within the planet has been interrupted, and no more images are transmitted back.

The insects were speculating about this and all of them were concerned about this matter.

Peace is hard-won. Although the Zerg are warlike, no one wants their hometown to be invaded by the Star Beasts.

Shay heard the sound of a hovercraft at the door. He just stood up and saw Enoch walking in with a sullen face, followed closely by the red-haired female insect, Ryan.

They were all wearing military uniforms, and Xia Yi's heart sank.

Seeing the male insect in front of the sofa, Major General Enoch was obviously stunned.

Xia Yi had classes today, and he didn't expect to meet him at home.

Ryan, who had been opening and closing his mouth, fell silent the moment he saw the male insect. He touched his nose awkwardly and turned around to leave the space for the couple.

"Why are you at home?" Enoch asked in a normal tone.

Xia Yi looked at him silently, and after a while asked, "Are you going to Houston Star?"

Enoch's deliberate disguise of peace was shattered, and he looked at Shay quietly with his gray eyes.

"The two candidates to be decided now are me and Deng Nan from the Seventh Military Region, but Deng Nan is unmarried." In other words, the condition of the spiritual sea is not good.

In fact, the eyes of many insects in the meeting fell on Major General Webster.

He is the most suitable insect choice.

However, he has been married for a short time and is still in the marriage adjustment stage among the Zerg. His υSP value cannot be judged as entering a stable period.

Moreover, the parliament has already received wind that the male insect matched with Major General Webster is a rare high-level male insect.

The spiritual seas of male and female insects will affect each other. In order to protect the spiritual seas of high-level male insects from damage, the parliament will give priority to Webster's wishes.

For the first time, Enoch Webster knew what a dilemma was.

Charging into battle is the duty of a female soldier. The Webster family has never been afraid of fighting. He also secretly promised in his heart that he would dedicate all the glory to his lord.

However, leaving the male master and leaving him alone on another planet is a painful thing for any female insect.

Not to mention that this mission is extremely dangerous and the duration is unknown. If he is unfortunately injured or killed, his male insects will be stimulated, and his spiritual sea may suffer irreversible damage when it is not yet stable.

"There are signs of the Beast Mother being active on the planet Houston..." Xia Yi pursed his lips. He had been browsing the star network for the entire afternoon, and the news on it made him restless, so he asked for leave and went home.

He had anticipated that Major General Enoch would be involved in this operation.

"yes."

Enoch stared at the male insect in front of him with his gray eyes. His two slender antennae hidden in his hair drooped listlessly, his lips were tightly pursed, and his black eyes were full of worry.

"You..." You hope I won't go?

The remaining words were stuck in his throat. Enoch was a military girl after all, and he couldn't say anything willful.

"Enoch." Shay suddenly called the major general's name, "This time it will be very dangerous."

Enoch paused: "Yes."

According to the laws of the empire, the lord cannot interfere with the work of the female soldiers, because the army is a place where obedience is extremely high.

But in reality, it is difficult for a female soldier to be unaffected by the male master.

"Then you should come back soon." Xia Yi whispered. He looked up at the female insect's gray eyes. "When you come back, I will tell you my answer."

"Okay." Major General Enoch looked deeply at the young man and nodded solemnly.

The military order was urgent and they had very little time to say goodbye.

Enoch and Ryan hurriedly stepped onto the hovercraft. The moment the door closed, Major General Enoch turned around and looked at the male insect standing at the door.

"Have a safe journey." The young man said softly, "I'll wait for you."

The roar of the machinery drowned out his voice, but Enoch read his lips.

"I will."

The female insect with gray eyes withdrew her gaze, and soon the tall tower of the military office appeared in her sight.

His eyes were as sharp as ever, as if the tenderness and reluctance just now were all Ryan's illusion.