Chapter 609: Chapter 605: The Smile Gradually Solidifies Chapter 609: Chapter 605: The Smile Gradually Solidifies It wasn’t just aircraft; this was just part of the transformation of the Locust Civilization. These insectoid beings began to develop external tools to enhance their own strength, because the extraordinary power they held in such a short time was not enough for their race to complete a civilization-wide power leap.

However, having already learned of the existence of different worlds, their desire to conquer these other worlds and acquire more resources made the upper echelons of the Locust Civilization unsatisfied with the status quo. Thus, they pushed for a transformation of their entire civilization, wanting their civilization to truly possess the power to enter the Void.

For they had realized that even though they were revered as gods by the lower-tier Locust People, and indeed possessed the power to destroy a world on their own – provided there were no relative entities to stop them – they also knew that to conquer a world and rule it in the long run, relying solely on individual combat power was far from enough. They needed the assistance of their own race, but the capabilities of their kinsfolk were not keeping pace with their demands.

“Because the strong need it, the civilization begins to change, the behavior and choices of ordinary Locust People are completely influenced by these so-called gods, the will of the strong determines everything.”

Muria, having turned into a Locust Person, moved with Felicia, who had adopted a different form each time she ate someone, through the structure of the Locust Civilization. They were constantly advancing, acquiring more rights and resources, analyzing and spying on every aspect of the Locust Civilization.

If there was data to show Muria’s understanding of the Locust Civilization, it would be: Locust People Sociology +12, +14, +10….

Muria wanted Felicia to devour the supreme ruler of the Locust Civilization, then impersonate him, and then manipulate the power of the entire civilization to confront the Void Fleet soon to be commanded by the Dragon Princess. For this, he needed to have sufficient understanding of the Locust Civilization.

After all, even if they took out the commander who holds the most power, it would not cripple the Locust Civilization, at most, another ruler would be elected.

Without clearing the resistance forces of the Locust Civilization, even if he secured the prize for winning the duel, it would be of no use. These worlds of the Locusts, recognized by the Ten Great Empires as his, were, in reality, still not his, but remained in the hands of the Locusts. He would still need to use his own power to claim them. The casualties required for this would be too great, and Muria was not willing to do it.

“Hmm, Muria, who shall we devour next?” Felicia, transformed into a Gold-level Green Locust Person, looked at Muria expectantly. Her current identity in the Locust Civilization was a city lord.

“The Green Locust King who governs this country, a Soul Intent Level Locust Monarch.” The refined Muria, who was always at ease, flicked through the information, naming the target he had already chosen.

Muria led Felicia forward, not in the literal sense, but in terms of status. Initially, the identity Muria and Felicia disguised were the most ordinary Locust People, then they were Locust Soldiers, generals, commanders…

Muria led Felicia continuously upwards in the pyramid structure of the Locust Civilization, each time they changed their identity, they leap a class. It was simple; make Felicia devour the target, then impersonate him.

However, before devouring the target, a period of preparation was needed, observing the target Locust Person’s behavior and habits, understanding his interpersonal relationships. Only in this way could they be the safest, reducing the risk of exposure to the lowest.

After all, Felicia did not have, or to be precise, did not yet have the ability to devour souls and acquire memories. She needed to observe secretly in advance and do a lot of imitation practice.

Moreover, after changing identities, they had to create a logical mishap, handling the disappearance of the previously disguised Locust Person properly, without leaving any traces that careful Locusts could find if they investigate.

The bold idea that emerged in Muria’s spirit light was quite laborious to execute while also producing a peculiar stimulus, the feeling that they might be discovered and have to fight at any time.

Muria didn’t like this feeling. His current character was such that if it wasn’t for the innate greed of the dragon prompting him to want to obtain the maximum benefit at minimal cost, he would rather lead his legion to charge directly at the Locust Civilization.

This game of sneaking, infiltrating behind enemy lines, and role-playing was enough to experience once. Muria didn’t want a second time…

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“There has been a strong unknown invasive creature from another world in the White Moth World…Black Brilliance, as well as the Sword of Solitude and the other three reinforcement gods, a total of four gods have fallen. After nearly a year of exploration, you still don’t know what the enemy looks like!”

On paper, the supreme ruler of the Locust Civilization, who could command all the gods of the Locust People, was titled The God King. Kilov, in his Divine Palace, was furious, because this God King had encountered the biggest trouble since he took the throne.

Four Locust Gods suddenly perished without any sign, the impact on the Locust Civilization was unimaginable, and one of their values controlled by the Locust Civilization has collapsed in the process, this was something unprecedented.

He could not conceal this news, which sparked no small amount of anxiety and turmoil, but fortunately, they were an Extraordinary Civilization, where the strong ruled all and all issues could be suppressed through absolute force.

“Great God King, the reason we cannot explore the White Moth World is that we can no longer open the Space-Time crack that connects to it. We can only enter from outside the world, but these worlds have already been occupied by powerful unknown beings. We simply can’t make it.” A Locust God reported calmly, it was an accident, it was not their mistake that led to this result. If it weren’t for the fact that they couldn’t beat this God King, they would absolutely turn around and leave, who wants to be his punching bag.

“Then send more gods. This being, or these beings, their powers will certainly not be too strong. If they were indeed powerful, they should have attacked the other worlds we control, or even the world of Solos in which we reside.”

After venting a bout of rage, the Locust God King Kilov seemed slightly more composed.

“Great God King, which gods do you wish to dispatch?”

“You, and also Qingyan…” The supreme ruler of the Locust People named six esteemed Locust gods in succession. “Then, invite the Star Sword Lord to bolster your ranks.”

“Invite the Sword Lord!” Within the Divine Palace, whether physically present or appearing as a projection or an avatar, the twenty-three gods of the Locust People, who had convened for the grand court meeting, immediately looked up in surprise. Joy was written all over the faces of the six gods who had been appointed to investigate the goings-on in the White Moth World.

…At a corner of the Divine Palace, a locust, who had been admitted as a god attendant due to his connections with a Green Locust King, quietly watched these developments. His compound eyes hinted at deep contemplation.

“The Sword Lord? Judging by the reactions of these self-proclaimed locust gods, his power shouldn’t be underestimated. He should at least be a mid-ranked Legend, possibly even a high-level Legend.”

Muria, who had disguised himself as a locust god attendant, wondered, “How many of such beings do the Locust Civilization have? And can the God King command their obedience?”

…The grand court meeting, conducted monthly, continued. Important matters were deliberated first before simpler issues were dealt with. Muria garnered various confidential information that he had previously struggled to obtain.

Such as the classified archives of airspace disappearances that had occurred within the Locust Civilization and the meteorite covered in bite marks discovered by an investigating Locust god – news that ordinary locusts would never hear.

And no, Muria had nothing to do with the disappearance of the airspace. There was no evidence to suggest his involvement – everything had been reduced to its basic molecular composition.

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“Lord God of Qingyan!”

“Lord God of Yuli!”

…With a stoic face, Muria joined a bunch of locust god attendants in seeing off the highest echelons of the Locust Civilization. He reassured himself, “They’ll soon be a pile of corpses. There’s no harm bowing to them.”

“Those do great things don’t fuss over details!”

“Really want to kill these bugs. No, I should wait for the moment when Yingdila sends them to attack Felicia’s Void Fleet, and let them fight bloody battles against that unruly princess.”

After seeing off the Locust Legends, Muria turned to look at the so-called God-King Palace — a peculiarly styled structure — and unabashedly broke into a malicious grin.

“It’s time. Ruler of the Locust Civilization, I’ve been observing you for a month. It’s about time we put an end to this.”

“Audro! What are you trying to do?” The undisguised malice had immediately alerted Muria’s “fellow locusts”. Their life instincts screamed in alarm.

“Relax, it won’t hurt!” Muria flashed a smile that was unusually gentle in locust eyes. Then, without a sound, the locust god attendants who had worked closely with him over the past month turned to dust.

As the locusts died, one rune after another lit up around the sacred God-King Palace in locust eyes, forming an impressive seal Magic Array. This was one of the achievements of his infiltration over the past month. Of course, no one outside would notice this Magic Array.

“Greetings, Your Excellency, the Locust God King!” Morphing back into human form, Muria took a step and his body began to swell, transforming back into the formidable Titan Form. Standing in the middle of the grand God-King Palace, he looked down at the supposed strongest locust in this world.

“An unfamiliar ugly creature!” Seeing the heroic Muria, this was the Locust God King’s comment, “So you’re the ones who invaded the White Moth World? What brings you here? Have a death wish?”

“No, I’m here to end, and then take your place!” Muria responded.

“Hahahaha!!!” The mocking soulful laughter echoed through the temporarily sealed God-King Palace. The Locust God King could sense Muria’s power, hence his utter ease.

However, when Muria pulled out a Star Destroying Cannon of the same height as himself and aimed it at him, the God King’s laughter gradually faded…