Why did they suddenly jump to this topic in Chapter 345?
Tan Chi paused almost imperceptibly, his brow furrowing slightly. "Star Beast invasion? Where? Is it related to the star beast that Roronoa planned to use to cause trouble?"
When he thought of star beasts, the first one that came to mind was the one that Roronoa said he wanted to get for Eli's engagement party.
Although Roronoa hasn't brought him in yet, it's possible he's secretly enlisted the help of other insects.
Although he is still in a military prison, who knows what other trump card the main character might have?
Kano immediately shook his head. "No, no! I heard this has nothing to do with Roronoa. It came from the Graham family."
“The Graham family?” Tan Chi’s dark eyes narrowed, and he unconsciously repeated the words.
Could it be such a coincidence?
Kano nodded. "Yes, that's right. I heard that a Star Beast invaded the Graham family last night, and the scene was said to be earth-shattering. A large part of the protective shield was destroyed, and the ground was torn up into a mess! The scene was terrifying!"
Tan Chi: "..."
This description... it sounds so familiar!
But he just accidentally blew up a wall and knocked Acosta down. As for the earth collapsing or something, how could that be?
It's definitely not him!
Absolutely not!
Tan Chi remained expressionless, even his voice was steady, "Then, with such a commotion yesterday, were any insects injured?"
“Yes!” Cano nodded repeatedly. “You should know about the male insect that the Graham family just recognized, Lord Tan Chi, right?”
Tan Chi's voice was slightly hoarse, "Yes, I know, his name is Acosta."
Kano nodded immediately, "That's right, it's him! Yesterday! Seriously injured! He almost didn't make it back to life, I heard they used the highest-level medical pod to save him! He's still unconscious!"
Tan Chi: "..."
Okay, that's confirmed.
Even if he didn't want to admit that the "star beast" that caused the "earthquake" was him, it seemed he had no choice.
Tan Chi felt a tingling sensation on his scalp.
Last night, the sky fell, Acosta was seriously injured... every word hit his nerves like a hammer.
He was just trying to kill Michaela with his mental power yesterday, how did it turn into a star beast invasion?
Is this also considered a type of protagonist's halo?
He is not convinced!
Tan Chi coughed lightly, trying to guide Kano, "Ahem... Is it confirmed that it was a star beast at the scene? Could it be caused by something else?"
For example, some other kind of insect, it couldn't possibly be a star beast.
"There's absolutely no way it could be a misunderstanding!" Kano shook his head confidently. "There were eyewitness insects at the time, and they said they sensed terrifying energy fluctuations. What else could it be but a Star Beast?"
How can an ordinary insect have such great power?
The military headquarters certainly thought the same way, otherwise they wouldn't have been so nervous and held an emergency meeting so early in the morning.
Tan Chi: "..."
Well, he was completely speechless.
Tan Chi felt both angry and amused. The mess he made had actually been pinned on the Star Beast.
This misunderstanding has really blown up.
He wanted to facepalm inwardly, but he had to keep a calm expression on his face.
Tan Chi pondered for a moment, then asked, "Kano, has word of this spread outside?"
If this becomes common knowledge among all insects, it might turn into a supernatural event.
Kano shook his head decisively, "No, the military suppressed the news, saying they were afraid of causing panic. It's just an internal emergency investigation right now. Eli is in charge of this matter."
At this point, Kano couldn't help but sigh, "He was called away in the middle of last night, and he's probably still busy now."
Kano's face showed a hint of worry as he spoke, but he quickly regained his composure.
His eyes shone as he looked at Tan Chi. "Lord Tan Chi, if you want to know more details, you can ask Prince Eli. He will definitely know the firsthand information!"
Tan Chi was speechless for a moment.
Ask his older brother Eli for details about the "Star Beast Invasion"?
There's absolutely no need for that.
No insect knew more about last night's events than this "star beast".
His feelings are incredibly complicated right now.
How do I even begin to explain?
Should we go to his older brother and say, "Brother, stop investigating. That star beast might just be your younger brother, me"?
He had been keeping the fact that his mental energy could be projected outwards and used as an attack a secret from himself.
On the one hand, they didn't want to be seen as freaks, and on the other hand, they were well aware of how much trouble this ability would cause if it were exposed.
Now look what's happened. He lost control and caused such a commotion, even dragging his older brother into it.
If he were to be honest with Eli now, his older brother would probably bite the bullet and cover for him, continuing to maintain the "planetary invasion" narrative.
That will definitely cause Eli a lot of trouble.
Tan Chi's brows furrowed slightly, his mind unusually chaotic.
Kano keenly noticed the change in Tan Chi's expression and couldn't help but lean closer. "Lord Tan Chi, are you feeling unwell? Your complexion has been quite poor ever since we started talking about the Star Beasts."
His clear eyes were full of concern, which made Tan Chi feel a little guilty.
He took a deep breath silently, forcibly suppressing the chaotic thoughts about the truth of the "Star Beasts," and then gently shook his head. "I'm not feeling unwell. I was just thinking about something else."
The young male insect clearly didn't believe it.
He tilted his head, his expression becoming particularly serious. "Lord Tan Chi, are you feeling unwell because of this mating season? The book says that after a male insect goes through mating season, its mental field and physical functions will fluctuate. It must get plenty of rest and replenish its energy, otherwise it is easy to become continuously tired, mentally exhausted, or even depressed."
Tan Chi: "..."
He was confused as to why they suddenly brought up this topic.
Seeing that Tan Chi didn't speak, Kano assumed that his words had been silently acknowledged.
He immediately continued earnestly, "The average mating period for a normal Grade A male is three to five days. You're a Grade S, so the intensity and duration are definitely far greater than for an ordinary male, and the burden is much heavier. Is your... estrus fever not completely over yet? Is that why you're so tired?"
This series of logically sound expressions of concern left Tan Chi somewhat overwhelmed.
He couldn't be perfunctory when faced with Cano's pure and earnest eyes.
Finally, he could only cough slightly awkwardly, his ears burning a little, "Ahem, thank you for your concern, but I'm really all better now."
His current irritability has absolutely nothing to do with being in heat, okay?
Suddenly, Tan Chi paused.
He seems to have something he needs to discuss with the little male insect.
He was thinking yesterday about how to find a less abrupt angle for today's conversation.
Now, bracing himself, he lowered his voice even further, "Well, Cano, speaking of which... I actually wanted to ask you something."
Kano's eyes lit up instantly as he looked at Tan Chi.
What did he hear?!
Lord Tan Chi actually has a question to ask him!
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