However, Han Ling's sudden appearance startled everyone in the living room.
"Boss, why did you come back early? Weren't you supposed to stay on Emperor Star for three months?"
Bern Mountain was sitting at his desk working when he saw Han Ling and exclaimed in surprise.
Han Ling said without turning his head:
"The plans have changed. I probably won't be going to Emperor Planet for the next three months."
However, I will build a spatial teleportation channel so that Roderick can go there every other day.
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, I should remain here on Aphrodite to continue working.
Roderick, being pulled along by Han Ling, turned his head, nodded to Bern Mountain, and asked:
"The female stag beetle should have arrived yesterday, right?"
"During our absence, I hope no male insects were injured?"
Roderick was still more concerned about the Wu tribe.
Upon hearing the question, Bernstein stood up and excitedly said:
"They've arrived! The female stag beetles arrived yesterday. They're currently guarding around these villas, and the male beetles are all gathered within this encirclement. Not a single one is injured."
Han Ling, who was looking for the first-aid kit, couldn't help but look back.
He noticed that Bourne Hill seemed a little too excited.
Han Ling glanced back and surveyed the room, finding that apart from Bern Hill, Matthew, and Gustave, there was no one else in the room.
He couldn't help but ask out of curiosity:
"What were you two talking about just now? Why do you look so excited?"
Bern Hill smiled mysteriously: "Guess."
"...deduct wages."
"Hmph! Didn't you leave a map before, boss? Yesterday, when the female insects from Emperor Star first arrived, they found those three shelters by following the map."
And guess what? All the canned food stored in those three shelters was completely consumed.
All that was left was a pile of packaging waste. Due to the passage of time, the packaging waste had decomposed to about half its original state. However, some biological samples still remained on it.
After simple testing, the sample analysis results showed that the residual biological information did not match the Zerg, and it could be identified as an alien race.
Boss, you were right before. There really is another race that has lived with us on Aphrodite for over 1500 years!
It's a bit of a pity that they weren't captured. Aside from the traces they left behind, no one else was found. Even Roderick's method of filming the surrounding environment didn't capture any images of the Wu tribe.
The existence of the Wu tribe has indeed been confirmed.
Han Ling and Roderick exchanged a glance, both seeing the shock in each other's eyes.
This shows that the Wu tribe really had some grand schemes, otherwise they wouldn't have endured it for 1500 years.
However, this matter was like a riddle; no one knew what the Wu tribe was planning to do.
A visible attack is easy to dodge, but a hidden arrow is hard to guard against. The appearance of the Wu tribe once again made Roderick nervous.
Han Ling noticed Roderick's expression and couldn't help but sigh.
He picked up the bandages and first-aid kit from the bag, took Roderick's hand, and walked back to his bedroom.
Back in the bedroom, after closing the door, Han Ling sat on the bed and carefully applied the medicine to Roderick.
This medicine can make wounds heal quickly and is very effective, but it will cause intense pain when applied.
To distract Roderick, Han Ling asked:
"Roderick, you tensed up again when you heard about the Wu tribe. Can you tell me what you're nervous about? What are you afraid of?"
This question was meant to distract him from the pain, and it was something that had been puzzling Han Ling for a long time.
Roderick hesitated for a moment, then sighed and said softly:
"Sir, I simply want to win first place at this Science and Technology City Conference."
Han Ling, who was applying medicine to Roderick with her head down, looked up in confusion upon hearing this and asked:
"Why does it have to be number one? No matter what ranking we get, we can make a major upgrade to our current technology."
Han Ling didn't quite understand Roderick's obsession with first place.
The Science and Technology City Conference is itself a science and technology exchange event.
In Han Ling's view, the fighting competition within the event was completely dangerous and unnecessary. It was just a performance prepared for the evening party.
Roderick pursed his lips:
"But if we can get first place, we can get real benefits."
It can acquire a highly sophisticated technology.
I want to improve the Zerg's biotechnology.
If the fusion of the Yao Clan and the Zerg does not go smoothly, this biotechnology might be able to salvage the situation.
Roderick always remembered that the premise of the cooperation between the Radiant and the Zerg was that the combination of the Radiant and the Zerg would produce the next generation.
It can ensure the successful continuation of the race.
Currently, everyone in interstellar space is cheering for the imminent arrival of the Radiant Zerg males.
Everyone has overlooked the matter of future generations.
Some people deliberately avoid mentioning it and keep quiet about it.
Some people don't want to talk about this kind of thing, because it might lead to a heartbreaking answer.
However, not mentioning it doesn't mean the problem doesn't exist.
Roderick was very impatient because he had taken this practical problem into consideration.
In particular, the Zerg now have the opportunity to participate in the Tech City Conference, the opportunity to win first place, and the opportunity to acquire the highest level of biotechnology.
Opportunities are reserved for those who are prepared.
Roderick had already decided that he must prepare well for the match.
In particular, the elders of the Cicada Clan have already predicted that, in the interstellar space, and even in the entire universe, Roderick is number one in terms of combat power alone.
However, the sudden appearance of the Wu tribe disrupted Roderick's plans.
A conspiracy that has been in the works for 1,500 years—the timing is too coincidental; it sounds like it was all for the Science City Conference.
So every time Roderick hears the words "Wu Clan," he subconsciously gets nervous.
After hearing the explanation, Han Ling sighed; he hadn't expected it to be for this reason.
He never expected that his casual remark about the Wu tribe would bring Roderick such immense mental pressure.
While bandaging Roderick, Han Ling comforted him, saying:
"You shouldn't put so much pressure on yourself. It doesn't matter whether you get first place or not, after all..."
Before Han Ling could finish speaking, there was a loud "bang".
Inside the room, a pen that was on the desk rolled off the desk and landed on the floor for some reason.
Roderick's expression immediately tightened.
He quickly turned on the light screen and took pictures of the room from all angles.
As the camera casually panned across the wall, a voice prompt came from the computer.
Legal Reminder:
Abnormal color blocks have been detected in the image. Please do not take photos without permission. Respecting personal privacy and obeying the law is everyone's responsibility.
Han Ling and Roderick suddenly stood up and looked at the wall.
They caught the Wu tribe fleeing!
However, the computer notification only lasted for two seconds before disappearing.
Han Ling and Roderick went up to inspect the intact wall and were both somewhat surprised.
The Wu tribe ignored the physical obstacles and simply passed through the wall and ran far away.
Han Ling's face looked rather pale, and his fists clenched involuntarily. The Wu clan had actually been in their room just now, without them noticing at all!
If it weren't for that pen that just fell, they probably wouldn't even realize that the Wu clan was eavesdropping in their house.
The mental energy that had once been so vigilant now seemed to have lost its effectiveness.
Not long after, Roderick and Han Ling heard screams and shouts coming from outside.
Countless male insects were outside, shouting at the top of their lungs.
—It's been captured! It's been captured! It's been captured! My personal computer alerted me to an abnormal color block!
—Grab him, grab him quickly, don't let him get away.
—Where is it? Let me take a picture, I want to take a picture too.
Come quick! It's right here!
—Quickly, go and inform the female insects.
—They're here! Don't let them get away! They've run away again!
—Oh no, my personal terminal can't take pictures anymore. Can you guys still take pictures? Where are they hiding? There are no more notifications.
Hearing a commotion outside, Roderick frowned and said:
"Our scheme worked. The male insects on patrol in the surrounding villas should have all seen the fleeing Wu clan."
The sounds coming from each house indicate that there was more than one member of the Wu tribe in our house just now; otherwise, it wouldn't have caused such a strong reaction.
It must have been after the pen fell that the Wu tribe scattered in all directions.
Han Ling's expression was unfriendly:
"They left too early; there were some things they didn't have time to say."
The next time you see the Wu tribe, issue a warning to them not to even think about doing anything underhanded on Aphrodite.
Only by cultivating to the extreme can the Wu clan achieve complete transparency.
However, the abilities of the Wu clan are also divided into different levels, and growth takes time.
"If they really intend to push things to the extreme, then don't blame us for being ruthless and cutting off the Wu tribe's path to survival."
Now that the Wu tribe has all fled, no one will listen to Han Ling's words even if he does. But the thought of those Wu tribe members being so audacious and greedy, daring to cause trouble right under their noses, still makes them grit their teeth in hatred.
Fortunately, the monk may run away, but the temple cannot.
Once the Yao Clan arrives here, they can launch a comprehensive siege against the Wu Clan, which has not yet gained any real power, in the spiritual dimension.
Seeing Han Ling so angry, Roderick tried to persuade her instead:
"Your Excellency, there's no need to be so angry."
I think the main reason we didn't realize the Wu tribe was in the room was because they didn't show any hostility towards us.
Otherwise, given our alertness, we should have noticed their presence long ago.
Perhaps it's because they meant us no harm that we didn't sense it.
But that's good too; they mean us no harm, and perhaps their schemes have nothing to do with the extermination of the Zerg.
Upon hearing this, Han Ling frowned and said:
"How could there be no malice? Don't forget who they are."
The previous member of the Wu clan, known as "Your Highness," controlled the male insects for hundreds of years, or even longer.
They even controlled the marriages of male Zerg and collected information on the interactions between high-ranking Zerg leaders. How can this be considered without malice?
Even if we only consider the senior generals of the eight Zerg legions, the leakage of their encrypted information would be enough to cause serious trouble for the Wu Clan.
However, we don't really need to worry too much at this stage.
The Wu tribe is now like rats in the street; wherever there are cameras, they have nowhere to hide and can't cause any trouble.
Just then, there was a knock on the door.
The voice from Bourne Mountain came from outside the door:
"Boss, did you guys hear that? Many people have received alerts from their personal computers that there are obvious abnormal color patches appearing around them!"
Han Ling roared:
"I heard it. Those Wu tribesmen ran out of my room."
"Huh? Boss, are you alright? When did those Wu tribesmen get in?"
"It should be able to pass through walls and, to some extent, isolate physical obstacles."
Han Ling thought for a moment and replied.
Han Ling felt that the Wu clan's abilities might have limited effectiveness.
If they could truly become completely invisible at will, they wouldn't have knocked over the pen on the desk.
Roderick thought for a moment and said to Han Ling:
"Your Excellency, I will go out and tell the female insects on Emperor Star to conduct a thorough search and scanning of the protected area every other day to prevent the Wu Clan from returning."
Han Ling took out his personal terminal and nodded:
"Yes, I'll also mention it in the male insect group, so that the male insects can conduct a self-inspection of the villa every day."
"Hold on for another three months. Once my new office planet is built, we'll retreat and be safe."
Han Ling and Roderick exchanged a glance, both understanding each other's thoughts.
The Wu clan's abilities are very evenly distributed, they have strong physical attributes, and they can also use their mental power to construct spatial teleportation channels.
In such a situation, if the Wu tribe has a moment of despair and directly confronts the female insect instead of running away, the Wu tribe will be trampled and crushed under the female insect's feet.
However, if the Wu tribe is facing a male insect, the Wu tribe can harm the male insect both physically and mentally.
Therefore, Han Ling and Roderick had only one goal: to prevent the male insects from being injured.
As long as they move to the office planet, and as long as the Wu tribe doesn't know the coordinates of the office planet, the male insects will be safe.
As for the Wu tribe's conspiracy, they had no choice but to accept it.
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August 4, 2395 (Astrological Calendar)
Inside the Villa Aphrodite.
Three months later, Han Ling finally received good news from the capital planet again.
The office space has been inspected and accepted, and Parsons is preparing to lead all Lingtian Company employees to move in.
Upon hearing the news, Han Ling excitedly jumped up from her chair.
For the past three months, the male insects have been so frightened by the Wu clan's affairs that they've become like quails, too afraid to even leave their homes and instead staying holed up in their villas.
Now that the new office planet is built, they can finally leave this place and return to their normal lives!
Having escaped the danger posed by the Wu clan, the male insects' lives were also guaranteed.
Han Ling quickly turned on his personal computer and sent an announcement to the male insect swarm on Aphrodite.
[Relocation Notice]
[The new office planet is complete. Everyone can pack their bags and prepare to move. To ensure an orderly evacuation, please prepare all items in advance according to the evacuation form. The team leader will take attendance. Please move out of Planet Aphrodite as soon as possible.]
[Only 8 hours remain until evacuation. Please prepare accordingly.]
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