4 Days ter , 1 week has passed.

  The 1st Jager Orbital Legion activated their warp radiation detectors, prompting them to switch out of their power armor and don their standard World War I uniforms, armed with M1 Grands. They gathered in formation before the gate, a location they refer to as "the warp," while the locals simply call it "the gate." Together, they began leading the way into the area.

  As the insectoids entered the unknown portal, the Jager Orbital Kropp forces followed closely behind. They began targeting and killing the mortal-level defenders while carefully avoiding more powerful entities, as their warp radiation detectors indicated the presence of monsters at the Foundation Spirit to Yin Spirit level.

  Commander Sue Lee: "I sense a throne that allows someone to ascend to a higher level through cultivation, but it's guarded by powerful enemies."

  Jager Orbital Commander: "We've only managed to kill undead soldiers in the 1st sector, but new ones are constantly being formed. Sir, please use the domain shrine in the Golden Castle."

  Hariko Lee attempted to connect with the domain shrine, but this triggered a warp in subspace, dragging the undead into it. Within the subspace, it felt as though 300 years had passed, even though only three seconds epsed in reality. During this time, the undead mutated into warp demons and were sent into a newly forming universe.

  With the aid of the Golden Domain Shrine, they advanced to the S3 technology age in that universe. The shrine reported that five seconds had passed, but new forms of life were detected, which would take five million years to become active. In the meantime, the undead colonized 16 sor systems. Of these, four contained S0-S3 materials, eight contained S4-S6 materials, and the remaining four housed S7-S8 materials.

  As they closed in on the throne , A unknown hornet was sighted cultivating on the throne.

  The conscious system started showing her details.

  Name: Original Queen Of The Hornet TribeSaid to have died 50,000 years agoSpiritual Level: Yang God 650 Trillion Old Report: Jing spirit 5 millionActions: Killed the old rulers of the domainOld Report: Found themselves in a state they call the afterlifeGave birth to 6000 hornets Gave birth to 600,000 hornetsAvoid at all costsAvoidablePossible Safe Choice: Give a offering for a turn to cultivate Hope: None??Hariko Lee requested the fruits given to the Wasp Tribe to end the standoff. In response, the Hornet Queen agreed to hold up her part of the bargain for 30 years. However, the Conscious System informed Hariko Lee that the gate would close in 12 days, and the Queen would either create a new queen in 6 days or choose Sue Lee as her successor.

  Her eyes, sharp and calcuting, met his. "You ask for much, Hariko Lee," the Queen began, her voice smooth yet filled with hidden strength. "The fruits given to the Wasp Tribe are sacred. They represent more than just sustenance; they are a symbol of power, of survival."

  Hariko didn’t flinch. He knew the weight of his request but was prepared to stand firm. "I understand the significance, but this standoff must end. If we continue like this, neither of our people will prosper. The fruits are the key to peace."

  Hariko’s heart skipped a beat. Sue Lee, one of his most trusted allies, had been by his side through countless battles. She was strong, cunning, and fiercely loyal, but to become the next Wasp Queen? That was a future Hariko hadn’t foreseen.

  The weight of the situation settled on him. In six days, the Wasp Queen would either birth a new ruler for her tribe or elevate Sue Lee to the throne. The choice was not his to make, but it would affect everything. If Sue Lee became the new queen, it would not only shift the bance of power but could also pull her away from his side forever. And if a new queen emerged, would the alliance with Hariko’s forces still hold?

  "You seem troubled," the Wasp Queen observed, her piercing gaze studying Hariko’s reaction.

  He shook his head, forcing himself to focus. "The future is... uncertain. But I will honor the peace we have agreed upon."

  The Queen tilted her head, a flicker of something unreadable passing through her eyes. "You speak of peace, but you are preparing for war. Even now, your mind is racing, calcuting the next move."

  Hariko met her gaze steadily. "I prepare for survival. As should you, your Majesty."

  A brief smile touched the Queen’s lips, a sign of respect. "Indeed. We shall see what the next six days bring. Until then, let us enjoy the calm before the storm."

  With that, she turned and ascended back into the hive, leaving Hariko alone with his thoughts. As the sky darkened and the winds picked up, he found himself thinking of Sue Lee, of the impending decision, and of the gate that would close in less than two weeks.

  The next few days would test his leadership, his loyalty, and the fragile bance of power between the tribes. But one thing was clear: whatever came next, Hariko Lee would be ready.