Volume 1: Chapter 139 New companions get!

　　"Zerg, can you watch the car from here?"

　　Qui'saršinnag touched the little child's head.

　　The food we brought...has been eaten.

　　Well, it was eaten up after only one day of travel.

　　As for why——

　　She looked at Zerg, who had swallowed something.

　　It's not a big problem.

　　If Zerg wants to eat, just give it to him.

　　Just go find something to eat in the wilderness.

　　White-horned Sarkaz is not some spoiled rich girl.

　　She had learned how to survive in the wilderness.

　　"I'll be back soon, don't go with other strangers."

　　Said Qui'saršinnag.

　　Although the gods are omnipotent——

　　But he seemed to be easily cajoled.

　　His mind is very immature. Although he can identify malicious intentions, if the stranger has no malicious intentions, then Zerg will not make any resistance.

　　This could easily lead to trouble.

　　For example, encountering a perverted Sarkaz like W.

　　Yesterday she was staying with Skadi.

　　Then in the middle of the night, Skadi left the tent, and when she came back -

　　She came back dragging the unconscious W.

　　Skadi claimed that W wanted to attack Zerg and almost took the last step.

　　However, you probably won't encounter other Sarkaz in this wilderness.

　　She will sense it.

　　The closer she got to her god, the more powerful she...seemed to become.

　　Even though the increase was slight, it was definitely stronger.

　　The expansion of perception is proof of this.

　　As a swordsman, absolute control over the body is a must.

　　"good!"

　　Zerg watched as Qui'saršinnag's figure disappeared into the distance.

　　However, it was perceived that the white-horned Sarkaz were active nearby.

　　The little swarm leader looked around bored.

　　Then he brought out a few worker bees——

　　"Gu!"

　　The tiny worker bees saluted and burrowed into the ground.

　　They will dig a huge underground space and then build a nest.

　　"Zerg, I'm back."

　　After a while, the white-horned Sarkaz reappeared in Zerg's sight.

　　She smiled slightly.

　　"We can start again."

　　The white-horned Sarkaz stretched out her hand.

　　"Um...you're not Qui'saršinnag!"

　　Zerg shook his head.

　　Although she looks exactly like Qui'saršinnag, she is not Qui'saršinnag.

　　"Hmm? Zerg, what are you talking about?"

　　The white-horned Sarkaz's expression remained unchanged.

　　She tried to hold Zerg's hand.

　　Then--

　　The moment she was touched, her appearance became unstable and eventually changed into another one.

　　“…”

　　The visitor looked down at her body.

　　Sure enough, this little child is very special.

　　It was an existence that she had never seen in her long life.

　　Whether it's touch or sight -

　　Both can make her transformation ineffective.

　　“You are special.”

　　The Shapeshifter Cluster said so.

　　The appearance of the little child was reflected in the green pupils——

　　The left pupil contains a delicate and cute child, while the right pupil contains an indescribable monster.

　　Which one is his true appearance?

　　All over Terra, people were lost in thought.

　　After blinking, the figure in front of her turned back into a little child.

　　"We are very interested in you."

　　This is just an attempt.

　　I just didn't expect that I would be seen through as soon as we met.

　　they--

　　There was no way to hide it from the eyes of the child named "Zerg".

　　"Interested in Zerg?"

　　Zerg tilted his head slightly.

　　Then he understood.

　　Interested in Zerg = Interested in the Swarm = Want to join the Swarm!

　　"Zerg knows! You're joining the Swarm!"

　　The little kids are very happy.

　　The creature in front of him was the same as the one he had seen last time.

　　If she joins the Zerg, she can provide a brand new genetic sample for the Zerg's genetic sequence.

　　Just like the drop of blood obtained from the remains of the Blood Demon Lord.

　　According to preliminary analysis, the blood sample found after Duq'arael's death has a high degree of overlap with the genetic sequence of the Sarkaz.

　　But it must be superior.

　　If it can be analyzed, the Zerg can make a genetic adjustment to all the Sarkaz to make them stronger.

　　"The swarm..."

　　This word can easily be associated with the endless swarms of insects encountered in the past.

　　And the two can indeed be confused.

　　Perhaps in the eyes of others, it is difficult to associate those tiny creatures with hideous insects——

　　But the Shapeshifter Cluster can confirm it.

　　Her mind was divided into countless parts, scattered all over Terra, leading completely different lives.

　　And these visions allowed her to see both sides of the Swarm.

　　On one side are cute little creatures, and on the other side are hideous and scary bugs.

　　Very strange creature.

　　It's as if its form depends on the observer.

　　This idealistic form of existence is indeed somewhat similar to evil spirits.

　　The combination of bugs and evil spirits created the swarm that now takes root in Kazdel.

　　But the Shapeshifters did not care what the future held for Terra.

　　"You can't join the swarm yet."

　　The shapeshifter cluster shook their heads.

　　The consequences are unpredictable.

　　Perhaps the moment she joined the swarm, her consciousness would disappear, and the eternally unified group of shapeshifters might disappear.

　　Or maybe by joining the Swarm, she could get the answers she seeks.

　　Zerg has the power to make her disappear.

　　Generally speaking, shapeshifter swarms are undead.

　　Even if she chooses to commit suicide, a new group of shapeshifters will reappear.

　　But if you join the swarm—

　　The outcome is completely unknown.

　　Maybe she could still be alive.

　　Maybe she dies now, and then a cluster of shapeshifters belonging to the Zerg is born.

　　It is also possible that she completely lost her self-awareness and became a puppet.

　　The Shapeshifter was unwilling to die before they got the answer.

　　"Hmm... why?"

　　The last time Zerg saw the creature in front of him, he would rather end himself than join the swarm.

　　The master does not understand.

　　“I might disappear completely now.”

　　The Shapeshifter Cluster said so.

　　Once she senses signs of her mind being invaded, she will abandon this clone without hesitation.

　　"Zerg won't let you disappear!"

　　The Lord said so.

　　“…”

　　The Shapeshifter Cluster said nothing.

　　In her long life, she has witnessed lies and betrayal.

　　The shapeshifter cluster was unwilling to stake their lives on the promise of a tiny child.

　　"Get out of here, Lord Shapeshifter."

　　A cold voice sounded.

　　Qui'saršinnag noticed the movement here.

　　She saw the figure that had appeared on the battlefield.

　　That was a Lord of the Royal Court.

　　While he went to collect food nearby, the Shapeshifter Lord tried to approach Zerg.

　　What is she going to do?

　　"Confessarii, I know your purpose."

　　The group of shapeshifters looked at the approaching white-horned Sarkaz.

　　Her figure changed for a while and then turned into the appearance of Qalid'čoa.

　　"You need to save someone, I can help you."

　　Said Qalid'čoa.

　　"you!"

　　The pardoner girl became unusually angry.

　　The Shapeshifter Lord took on her likeness... and seemingly stole her memories.

　　That was her sin, the sin she hid deep in her heart and did not want to expose.

　　"You are angry, Qui'saršinnag."

　　The Shapeshifter Cluster is blunt.

　　"Because you think it's your sin."

　　Her ability allows her to completely copy the other person's memories and thoughts after mimicking them.

　　Even though the pardoners are mysterious——

　　But there are no secrets in front of the Shapeshifter Cluster.

　　“You see him as salvation.”

　　"Qalid'čoa" looked at the little child.

　　The Overlord of the Swarm is seen as a god of salvation.

　　She doesn't understand.

　　"And you hope that he can bring redemption for your sins as well."

　　Said Qalid'čoa.

　　“…”

　　Qui'saršinnag's hand rested on the hilt of the sword.

　　This was the secret that she had hidden deep in her heart, and it was revealed just like that.

　　In front of the gods.

　　Qui'saršinnag wanted to take advantage of the innocence of the gods—

　　This is how she completes her redemption.

　　This is wrong.

　　She knows.

　　But if she doesn't put her trust in God, how can she redeem herself?

　　Qui'saršinnag didn't know.

　　After meeting the little child and seeing a series of incomprehensible things, she regarded Zerg as her god and placed her faith in him.

　　Maybe this is also a form of self-escape.

　　But it was much easier than for her to find her own way to redemption.

　　Just dedicate yourself to the gods, maybe -

　　Her sins can be atoned for.

　　Liz can also be redeemed and she can return to her normal life.

　　Otherwise, Qui'saršinnag wouldn't know what to do.

　　Now, the Shapeshifter Maharajah has revealed all of this without hiding anything.

　　Qui'saršinnag knew how Zerg would react—

　　He will not have any disgust or resistance.

　　Zerg is like that.

　　He will accommodate everything.

　　Even if I wanted to take advantage of his purity.

　　"Believers place their trust in the gods and hope to atone for their sins through their own dedication."

　　"Qalid'čoa" has seen many examples.

　　However, I have never seen the bloodline of Qui'sartuštaj do this.

　　Morning and evening pour out.

　　The white-horned Sarkaz drew her sword.

　　Her plan was completely exposed.

　　"I can help you. In exchange, I want to follow you."

　　“I will observe, I will record, I will analyze.”

　　"Maybe we can get the answers we want."

　　The Shapeshifters were unfazed by the Pardoner's attack.

　　She proposed a deal.

　　“…”

　　Qui'saršinnag looked at her.

　　"What exactly is your purpose, Lord Shapeshifter?"

　　The white-horned Sarkaz took a deep breath.

　　She suppressed the emotions churning inside her.

　　If the Shapeshifter Lord causes trouble, the road to rescuing Lizzie will be full of twists and turns.

　　"I will follow you and record and analyze everything I observe."

　　The long life has allowed the Shapeshifter group to experience many things.

　　But there is no single thing that can provide an answer.

　　Since Terra can't give an answer—

　　Then perhaps the Swarm could give her an answer.

　　If simply observing the swarm doesn't provide an answer, the Shapeshifter colony will consider one last option.

　　"Confessarii, what is your choice?"

　　The Shapeshifter Cluster said so.

　　“…”

　　Qui'saršinnag remained silent, seemingly thinking.

　　"Zerg, do you want her to stay with us?"

　　She left the choice to her gods.

　　"Well... OK!"

　　The master gave the answer.

　　“…”

　　Qui'saršinnag lowered her sword.

　　Since Zerg agreed, she had nothing more to say.

　　Qui'saršinnag didn't know much about the Grand Lord of the Shapeshifter Court.

　　The leader of the Pardoners rarely talked about the Lord of the Royal Court.

　　What exactly is her purpose?

　　Qui'saršinnag didn't know.

　　But she will look at the other person.

　　"Then the deal is done."

　　The green-haired and green-eyed Sarkaz said so.

　　"I can give you some information."

　　She looked at Qui'saršinnag.

　　"Liz was taken away for an experiment. One of my clones in the Confessarii's lair saw her being taken away."

　　The clone did not follow.

　　Because there is a possibility that Qui'sartuštaj will discover the clone.

　　The Shapeshifters have no interest in antagonizing the usurper.

　　"Liz!"

　　Qui'saršinnag's eyes widened.

　　Being taken away by Salus proves that the experiment requiring Liz is not a simple one.

　　Liz's Originium skills can no longer be overused!

　　…………

　　“…”

　　The blonde Sarkaz girl looked pale.

　　She unleashed her Originium skills on this mummy-like creature—

　　Then it took effect.

　　This creature is truly alive.

　　"it hurts……"

　　Liz couldn't hold herself up.

　　The pain she shared this time was greater than any she had ever endured before.

　　The creature's bodily functions were barely functioning.

　　It only maintains the last bit of life.

　　He said it had been in captivity for decades and had not eaten anything.

　　Nightingale looked at the mummy-like creature—

　　There was perhaps no difference between her and it.

　　But it still lives tenaciously, as if it is living tenaciously for something.

　　"I can't fall..."

　　Liz turned pale.

　　The creature's vitality is recovering little by little.

　　She stretched out her hand, wanting to unleash her Originium skills once again.

　　"Liz, you can stop now. You can't die now."

　　The White Horned Sarkaz gave the order.

　　He is still waiting for his sister to come back.

　　Qui'saršinnag would not abandon Liz.

　　He was very sure.

　　Even if Qui'saršinnag betrayed him for unknown reasons, she would definitely come back.

　　And Liz is the reason why.

　　His sister felt pity for the experiment.

　　"It is indeed still alive... I want to cure it..."

　　Liz looked at the mummy-like creature.

　　It has survived till now tenaciously, there must be a reason for it.

　　The Sarkaz girl didn't know why it was still living so tenaciously.

　　But it was just like her.

　　In that case, let yourself help it.

　　There was pain inside the body, as if all the organs had dried up.

　　This creature suffers this pain all the time.

　　But it didn't want to die.

　　"Salus."

　　The blonde Sarkaz girl fell down.

　　The blue-haired Sarkaz woman grabbed her body.

　　"Send some food and water."

　　The white-horned Sarkaz looked at the mummy that had some breath of life.

　　Sure enough, this bug can still survive.

　　It was already on the verge of death—

　　But Liz's Originium skills revived its remaining life.

　　Just give it food and water and it will regain its vitality.

　　"Understood, Chief."