Chapter 26: Infiltration
Luo Wen first targeted a lucky test subject—lucky because it didn’t get to witness the opening move of Luo-style insect combat techniques.
After observing the test subject, Luo Wen instinctively used his newly acquired ability. The pheromones emanating from his body began to subtly adjust.
Pheromones are compounds that facilitate chemical communication between organisms. They are further categorized into various types, and almost all flora and fauna produce them.
Examples include altruistic pheromones, selfish pheromones, synergistic pheromones, aggregation pheromones, trail pheromones, alarm pheromones, evacuation pheromones, and sex pheromones.
Ant pheromones, for instance, are a mixture of various compounds, including the unique scent that identifies their colony. This functions like an ID card, allowing them to communicate with their kin.
Luo Wen was now tweaking this specific pheromone. His new ability enabled him to hack into a neighboring colony’s “household registry” and fabricate an identity. After completing the forgery, he displayed this information.
As the distance to the scout ant shrank, it finally sensed an unfamiliar vibration approaching. Its antennae reached out inquisitively.
The scout’s antennae made contact with Luo Wen, sweeping back and forth across his body. Luo Wen waited tensely for the verdict. It was his first time using this ability, and he wasn’t sure if it might fail. He remained prepared to strike at any moment.
Fortunately, the scout’s inspection yielded no abnormalities. Since Luo Wen only presented the bare minimum—an ID card—the scout lost interest in him. It bypassed him and continued its search ahead.