The young disciples of the Beast King Hall gazed upon the vast swarms of locust-like beasts and monstrous creatures covering the mountains and plains, a profound sense of despair welling up within them. They had exhausted every possible strategy, yet the relentless hordes showed no sign of abating. The beasts multiplied endlessly, filling every valley and peak, leaving no refuge.
As one young disciple closed his eyes, resigned to his fate, a sudden shift occurred. The monstrous swarm, as if responding to an unseen command, abruptly turned and retreated in unison. The youth, sensing the sudden silence, cautiously opened his eyes. Realizing he had narrowly escaped death, he exhaled deeply, relief washing over him.
However, his relief was short-lived. Glancing at the lifeless bodies of his fellow disciples, a wave of sorrow engulfed him. The expedition to the Giant Peak Mountains in search of treasure now seemed a grave miscalculation. The allure of riches had blinded them to the perils that awaited.
Determined to survive, he resolved to abandon the treacherous mountains, vowing never to return. As he made his escape, he noticed the swarms converging towards a specific location within the mountains.
In a secluded, unremarkable hill within the Giant Peak Mountains lay a dark, cavernous nest teeming with locust-like beasts. Upon closer inspection, these creatures exhibited expressions of fear and trepidation. Deep within the cavern, a colossal, golden-hued locust beast floated silently. Its aged exoskeleton was shedding, revealing a radiant, golden body beneath—a sign of a significant transformation.
This particular locust beast, once inconspicuous among its kind, had been chosen by fate to undergo a critical evolution. As its old shell fell away, a new, gleaming form emerged, exuding an aura of divine power. The transformation lasted an hour, culminating in a creature over a meter long, dwarfing its kin.
Suspended in mid-air, the newly evolved Insect King emanated a terrifying presence, compelling all nearby locust beasts to submit. Its potent aura rapidly spread throughout the Giant Peak Mountains, summoning millions of locust beasts to its side.
Senju Yukika, sensing the disturbance, emerged from her meditative state. She extended her spiritual pressure across the mountain, observing the unfolding events. The young disciple from the Beast King Hall, unaware of the protective barrier, had inadvertently been spared from the swarm's wrath.
The Insect King, now possessing human-like intelligence, comprehended the situation. It recognized the ancient and mysterious forces residing within the mountain's hidden caves—forces that even it dared not challenge. Acknowledging its limitations, the Insect King shifted its focus, directing its gaze beyond the mountains.
Sensing powerful energies approaching from afar, the Insect King realized that formidable human cultivators were drawing near. Understanding the threat they posed, it decided to abandon the Giant Peak Mountains. Though the coveted "Eye of the Gods" had emerged, the Insect King knew it was not destined for it.
Anticipating a bloody conflict over the artifact, the Insect King chose a different path. It envisioned leading its army to conquer human cities, establishing a dominion for its kind—a realm free from human oppression.
With this ambition, the Insect King commanded its elite swarm to depart the cavern, soaring towards the horizon. The entire locust horde, numbering in the millions, received the directive and followed their king without hesitation.
Witnessing the mass exodus, the survivors hiding in caves and behind rocks were astounded. Though skeptical, they recognized their miraculous survival and opted not to pursue the departing swarm.
Emerging from their shelters, they gazed at the sky, emotions ranging from relief to sorrow. Some mourned the loss of their comrades, while others decided to abandon the perilous quest for the "Eye of the Gods."
Senju Yukika, through her spiritual perception, observed these developments. Most of the adventurers chose to leave the Giant Peak Mountains, deterred by the ominous power surrounding the artifact. Only a few, driven by ambition or unaware of the dangers, remained to seek the treasure.
Among the remaining were individuals like Lin Xiaoyao and other powerful cultivators who had concealed their presence. Having survived the recent calamity, they were still determined to claim the "Eye of the Gods," unable to resist its legendary allure.
The "Eye of the Gods," said to originate from the planet's core, was a mythical artifact endowed with unimaginable powers. Its temptation was too great for some to ignore, despite the risks involved.
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