Chapter 70: [Bonus Chapter] Anthill

"Oh no!" Noah realized he was in a dire situation, but he refused to lose hope entirely. This could be his chance to complete his mission, even if it meant enduring some hardship. There was a lesson to be learned from this experience.

And then, it happened.

Quack!

A Soldier Wolf Ant sunk its teeth into Noah's waist.

The pain was excruciating, causing Noah's body to tense up. But his mind remained focused.

The Queen Ant began to burrow through the sand, followed by her army of soldiers.

Even the Soldier Wolf Ant that had bitten Noah joined in, dragging him along as they disappeared into the depths of the earth.

"Ugh!"

Noah's body contorted under the weight of the sand pressing down on him.

He had no idea how far underground they had gone.

Suddenly, the pressure eased, revealing a vast cavern.

They had entered the stronghold of the Wolf Ants—their anthill.

The walls of the anthill were composed of hardened sand, strengthened by the saliva of the Wolf Ants, rendering them impenetrable.

The anthill was a labyrinth of complexity.

Even a person with a superb sense of direction would get lost once inside.

Led by the Queen and her soldier ants, Noah was guided deeper into the heart of the anthill.

They arrived at a chamber bustling with countless larvae and eggs—the Queen's nursery.

Scattered throughout the nursery were the bones of prey that had been devoured.

Kakaka!

In the center of the nursery stood the Queen Wolf Ant, emitting eerie sounds. From various crevices in the walls, tiny Wolf Ant larvae emerged.

These miniature Wolf Ants were much smaller than their adult counterparts, and their transparent shells added to their otherworldly appearance.

Hundreds of larvae swarmed the walls and floor, advancing menacingly towards Noah.

The Soldier Wolf Ant that had sunk its teeth into Noah finally released its grip.

Thud!

Noah collapsed helplessly onto the ground.

The paralyzing venom spread rapidly, rendering him completely immobile.

The Soldier Wolf Ant departed shortly after.

It was at that moment the larvae eagerly moved their antennae as they looked upon the helpless prey before them. It seemed as though they were celebrating their impending feast.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

A continuous explosion of body as Noah unleashed the Blood Flowers after inflicting injuries on the Wolf Ants, bloody explosion with separated bodie's parts filled the cave.

{+150% Experience}

Added to his previous remaining 50% Experience, Noah level twice.

[Level up!]

[Level up!]

Most of his injuries were healed and he recovered to some extent but he knew things would become more troublesome from now on as the Queen was already here.

Noah immediately put the 6 points earned from leveling up thrice into his strength, this is necessary for his last gamble.

Kkeeeik!

Enraged by the deaths of the larvae and soldier ants, the Queen Wolf Ant let out a high-frequency sound.

The high frequency sound waves hit the wall and were amplified.

"Ugh!"

Screaming, Noah collapsed even when with his Mana's Armor on, blood streaming from his ears.

His eardrums ruptured, and his brain was concussed from the high-frequency.

The Queen Wolf Ant possessed a skill akin to that of a boss.

Attacking utilizing high-frequency sound waves was the Queen's skill.

With bloodshot eyes, Noah gazed at the approaching Queen Wolf Ant, her forms overlapping.

The Queen moved her antennae as if boasting her victory.

Finally, in a desperate burst of speed, Noah lunged forward, unable to evade the Queen's powerful front leg as it pierced through his chest. He purposely aimed for a spot where the damage would be minimal.

"Gah!"

The Queen was taken aback by Noah's audacity, and for the first time, fear crept into her eyes. But it was too late. Noah had already closed the distance, his body impaled on the Queen's limb. With his last ounce of strength, he wielded his longsword and struck beneath the Queen's chin.

His sword shimmered with an ethereal aura.

Klangs!

Pui!

He managed to inflict a small injury upon her.

"Blood Flower!"

Boom!

Noah unleashed his remaining mana, causing a powerful explosion that obliterated the Queen's head.