Chapter 112: Diplodocus and Leopard
The new flying bug genes weren’t particularly useful for Luo Wen himself. However, their template made them suitable for mass production, potentially filling the gap in the Swarm’s aerial forces.
Perhaps soon, the first tree-based sub-base of the Swarm would be officially established.
Still, some revelations in the genetic data caught Luo Wen by surprise. The flying bugs had indeed tracked him using pollen—but not through scent.
Instead, the pollen, mixed with saliva, created a unique refractive effect. This allowed the flying bugs to accurately pinpoint him even amidst dense vegetation and blooming flowers.
In hindsight, the “Gatling” smoke barrage wasn’t effective because of its smell but because the rising white smoke obstructed their vision. It was a lucky accident.
Without understanding this mechanism, relying solely on scent to counter them in the future might have led to disastrous outcomes.
Now somewhat rested, Luo Wen didn’t feel like stopping. Although the earlier chase seemed perilous, he hadn’t been injured.
After lingering a bit longer, Luo Wen crawled out of the burrow, intending to continue exploring.
As he followed the river downstream, the forest gradually became sparser.