Chapter 146: Spore Capsule
Luo Wen found himself increasingly impressed with Morgan’s ingenuity. After careful consideration, he determined there were no issues with the elder’s proposal. Within the Rat Folk’s understanding, Luo Wen was already a mysterious and intangible figure. As long as he maintained his previous approach, the risk of exposure was minimal.
The two discussed and finalized various details of the plan.
Morgan then returned to the physical world, re-entering his insect body. The bug opposite him was no longer under Luo Wen’s control. After a brief moment of confusion, it found its place and scurried off to resume its tasks.
Morgan clicked his tongue twice in amusement before setting off to explore the underground brood nest. However, his unsteady gait made it clear he was still adapting to his insect body.
Two days later, a custom Rat Folk body emerged from its egg. It resembled Morgan’s original form with eight or nine parts similarity, though it appeared significantly younger. This rapid production process required the Brood Queen to gestate the experimental subject to near maturity within her body. While energy-intensive and unsuitable for mass production, it was feasible for occasional use.
By now, Morgan had become proficient at using his insect body, frolicking about the brood nest. Without warning, his consciousness was pulled out remotely, then unceremoniously thrust into the new Rat Folk body.
It took him a while to regain his senses. He stood, inspected his body, and muttered to himself, “Such means… how are they any different from the gods we know?”
Surveying his surroundings, he noted the deep mountain location, surrounded by towering trees. Nearby, a rock bore a neatly arranged set of clothes and a small stash of Rat Folk currency.
Luo Wen had upgraded Morgan’s Swarm Network permissions, enabling him to perceive the nearby lower-ranking Swarm units. Through this connection, he discerned a hidden brood nest underground, likely the origin of his new body.