The system bug was sent away, taking with it the weak, newly hatched bugs left behind on the other bug planets. The powerful bugs on other distant planets, who were just eating rice, certainly wouldn't have time to provide support either.

Yu Ling now has no choice but to rely on himself to help the Insect Star survive this plot-driven disaster. But his most important task right now is to return to human form; he simply cannot bear his insect body any longer.

(It's not ugly, but it has a Cthulhu vibe, which is kind of scary.)

He only wanted to wait until he transformed into human form before considering survival. The Jade Bell Insect, who was quite concerned about its appearance, simply could not tolerate its new body.

Knowing full well that the insect planet had neither a protective shield nor planetary teleportation equipment, making it easy for them to destroy their home, Yu Ling still insisted on staying home and cultivating at this critical moment when the enemy was about to attack.

He didn't care at all whether the system bug and a bunch of brainless bugs would be in danger going out together. Of course, even if something happened, Yu Ling would only blame the trash system for not delaying long enough.

Based on the tracking signal's trajectory, that Imperial general will definitely find the insectoid planet. The most urgent task is to conceal this frightening insectoid form.

The transformation into human form is similar to the evolution of some humanoid extraterrestrial intelligent beings in this world. Yu Ling knew that this plan was feasible as soon as he tried it. Relying on the fact that the original owner's body was already powerful, he planned to directly transform into human form in the form of an insect to shorten his cultivation time.

...A week after the system bugs and larval bugs went on a long trip...

Yu Ling finally transformed from the massive body of the insectoid race into a male body resembling that of a human in the mortal realm. The slender limbs and the delicate waist were sculpted entirely according to Yu Ling's preferences.

However, while his new image is beautiful and his handsome face remains, he appears frail and weak, completely like a sickly beauty.

—The difference in appearance between them and the interstellar human race, whose average physical strength is super, is obvious to the naked eye.

Zerg have no gender, but humans do. When genderless or androgynous monsters transform, they are given a choice between two options.

Now that he has taken human form, his gender is not fixed and he can change it again. It's just that he feels it's more convenient to do missions in a male body.

The biggest problem for Yu Ling, which was her appearance, has been solved. Although she had just hastily transformed and sometimes couldn't control herself from sprouting a few tentacles, it was not a big deal.

At this moment, Yu Ling finally remembered the system worm in the distance.

Of course, I'm not concerned about it. I just want to see the results of the last world. He's already passed three higher planes, so he should have reached the end of his advancement by now.

"Open the system panel. Oh, and hold on a little longer, I just transformed."

[...]

The system bug couldn't help but roar.

[Host, have you been busy transforming the whole time? The protagonist is practically riddling me with bullets!]

Is there a problem?

【…No, I'll arrange it for the host right away, sob sob (っ′;ω;`с )】

The system bug was really angry. How could it have the nerve to vent its anger on the host that had been carrying it along all along? It decisively reflected on its mistakes, and while evading the pursuit of the Imperial General, it unfolded the semi-transparent panel for Yu Ling, who was far away on the bug planet.

Name: Yu Ling

Gender: None (variable)

age:???

Race: Demon

Rank: Ace Survivor

Main quest: Survive!

Side Quest: Find a suitable new star system for the Zerg to migrate to and relocate the Zerg star there.

System Level: Level 1

Skills: Longevity Breathing Technique, Body Refinement Technique, Embrace of Life, Undying Body

System Backpack: Savior Badge, Blood Coagulation Gem*6, Concealing Breath Necklace, Thousand Illusions (Clothing), 100 Cubic Meters of Storage Space, Magic Affinity Badge, Concentrated Life Elixir*1, Jade Frost Cold (Immortal Sword), Blank Character Card, Messenger of Justice Badge, Ghost Candle (Unlimited), Darling of Time Badge.

System Shop: Now Open

Survival Points: (-1000 - 50 + 100 * 130)

[Congratulations, host, on your promotion to top-tier Ace Survivor! From today onwards, there will be no more penalties for failing missions! Also, your personal system shop has been completely upgraded! Furthermore, the purchase channel for permanent residency in the God's Space is now open!]

The system was very happy. Yu Ling was earning survival points too fast. Usually, mission takers would advance first and then save money, but Yu Ling had already saved enough money and was just waiting to do missions.

[Due to the host's promotion, the side quest reward attributes from the previous mission have been fully upgraded, including skills and the Immortal Body, which in short means you can't die!]

The system explained,

[Effect 1: When the host suffers any attack that is not fatal in one hit, no matter how powerful, the host will be permanently fixed in a state of low health and will never die from accumulated severe injuries.]

[Effect 2: When the host receives a fatal attack, their health will drop to 1% instead of dying instantly. Death will only be determined when a second fatal attack occurs.]

"Wow, this skill is interesting. It's even usable in multiple worlds. Is this the reward for being promoted to Ace? It's really impressive."

Yu Ling counted her four skills, which were scarce in her skill bar.

The first two effects apply to mortal bodies, where life force is too limited. For example, if lifespan is not overdrawn, it is in a gray, unusable state.

On the contrary, this newly given skill is his strongest skill; it's practically an invincible health cheat!

As for a one-hit kill? Yu Ling has access to the system shop, so why not just buy some items to kill herself?

On the contrary, Yu Ling had little hope for the newly upgraded online store.

But we should take a look first.

"Open the system store."

【receive!】

The System Shop 2.0 Deluxe Edition, sparkling and dazzling, unfolded before Yu Ling's eyes.

The first item highlighted in bold at the top is, of course, the permanent residency right in the God's Space, priced at survival points. Yu Ling, who had some savings, glanced at her balance and clicked to buy.

[Permanent residency rights in the Main God Space successfully purchased! Bound host: Yu Ling. You will receive a random property in the Main God Space, customizable in size and layout. For details, please redirect to the Main God Space upon completion of the mission.]

Can I only enter after the mission is complete? Oh no, I bought it too early.

Yu Ling continued scrolling down with a sullen face.

The cheapest items are still non-threatening books, such as a comprehensive guide to interstellar knowledge, a comprehensive guide to the use of interstellar technology products, a comprehensive guide to driving interstellar vehicles, introductions to planets under the Imperial Star and the Imperial Alliance, and so on.

Flipping to the weapons category, there are things like mechs, interstellar cannons, protective shields that can absorb and reflect energy back onto planets, and planetary warp devices. The prices are reasonable, but they can only be used in the interstellar world.

Further on, mental cultivation techniques, mecha combat techniques... Yu Ling won't need them either.

Yu Ling initially thought the system store upgrade was pointless, but when she clicked to the last page, she discovered that it had actually created a brand new permanent column.

Multi-world universal skills/weapons/techniques/knowledge/items. Five fixed items, clearly priced, one per item.