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Deep within the heart of the world.

The two vast wills were tightly intertwined, like two giant pythons devouring and tearing each other apart.

The clash between the two wills caused the rules of the Exoc world to become disordered, and space to tremble.

However, just as Piervis regained consciousness and then let out a painful scream, the entire core space suddenly fell silent.

The twisted, writhing will of the abyss also suddenly choked.

The frenzied, thirsty, and all-consuming malice vanished instantly, and the emotional turmoil ceased to spread.

The sixth-level Abyss Demon King, Baal Behemoth, was filled with doubt and uncertainty.

Just now, it sensed the resurgence of a will far beyond its imagination, and immediately suffered a terrible blow!

The fear of being slightly swept over by a higher being, even across the dimensional barrier, still made Baal tremble in his soul.

A terrifying being of at least level seven True Spirit was actually injured in its very essence in an instant?

What happened?!

The instincts of a demon king of the abyss far surpass any living being's sense of danger.

Faced with incomprehensible higher-dimensional threats, survival and concealment are the primary principles.

Entanglement? Devouring? Pollution? All of that was thrown to the back of my mind!

Without any hesitation, Baal instantly separated from the World Will, like a startled venomous snake, and abruptly retreated into the depths of the void.

It didn't even leave any harsh words or marks; it left cleanly and decisively, without the slightest regret.

Just a moment later, the abyssal aura within the core space, so dense it was suffocating and had distorted the world of Esok for thousands of years, completely evaporated and vanished without a trace.

Only a barely perceptible trace of pollution remains, proving that it once existed.

The golden light of the world's will flickered aimlessly.

He was even a little uneasy. His mortal enemy, whom he had been entangled with for three thousand years, had just... run away?

Was it because of that sudden, disappearing fluctuation of will?

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On the icy plains, the cold wind still howls.

Ian was unaware of the dramatic changes taking place deep within the Heart of the World.

He had just finished taking stock of the Zerg forces that Kerrigan had gathered, suppressing his excitement and lingering fear.

At this moment, he was focusing his attention on the soul connection he had established with Kerrigan, trying to understand how this new force operated.

"Kerrigan, explain to me your abilities and how you control them."

"Yes, my master."

A compliant response came from Kerrigan's consciousness, and at the same time, a complex information packet, mixed with images, information flow and instinctive commands, surged into Ian's mind through the connection.

Ian quickly analyzed the Zerg composition and the role of the Queen.

He quickly pieced together the specific composition of the Zerg surrounding Kerrigan.

Level 4 unit: 15 guardian insects, who are the backbone of nest defense and attack.

Their carapaces are thick enough to withstand most level four rule attacks, and their blade-like forelimbs can tear through space, allowing them to make short jumps or create localized distortions.

They lack independent intelligence, completely obey the direct commands of the mother insect, and are responsible for protecting the mother insect, suppressing internal rebellions, and attacking powerful enemies.

The combat cluster of level two and three units consists of 12,000 units.

As an aerial unit, the Shadowwing is high-speed and agile, responsible for reconnaissance, harassment, and air suppression. Its mouthparts can spray acid bullets or perform dive-and-claw attacks.

As a ranged attack unit, the Bone-Eating Worm has a corrosive carapace and excels at breaking through enemy lines and destroying buildings. Its sprayed acid can melt most energy shields.

As a ground assault unit, the raptor is fast and numerous, used for charging and depleting the enemy's manpower.

These second- and third-tier units possess basic combat instincts, but they also require the mother insect's commands and cannot perform complex tactical coordination.

The first-tier drones are the most numerous, exceeding 1.5 million; they are the Zerg's engineers and basic labor force.

They are responsible for gathering resources, mainly energy-rich ores and organic matter, as well as transporting, building and repairing nest structures. Their combat strength is extremely weak, roughly equivalent to the level between an apprentice and a first-level wizard.

It is also the primary source of "raw materials" when the mother insect prepares new units.

In addition, there are a small number of engineer worms, which are more specialized construction units, and more covert reconnaissance units such as scout worms, which are auxiliary Zerg units.

Ian tried to transmit his thoughts directly to a level 4 guardian insect, but his efforts were like a stone sinking into the sea.

The Guardian Beetle's compound eyes remained vacant, showing no reaction, yet it continued to faithfully protect Kerrigan.

He then tried to give the command to a group of velociraptors to move forward, but the velociraptors just stood there blankly, bumping into each other and appearing chaotic.

"As expected." Ian understood; the Zerg's hive mind structure was extremely unique and meticulous.

"The soul structure of the mother insect is extremely special; it is designed entirely for the hive mind."

He now understood that the entire Zerg society was an absolutely one-way pyramid command system.

The Void Queen Bervis is located at the top level, below which are the level 5 and 6 Void Nests, and below that are the level 4 Queens.

Instructions can only be passed down from top to bottom; they cannot be passed over levels, nor can they be communicated in reverse or laterally.

By enslaving Kerrigan, Ian effectively usurped the Void Mother's control over the Kerrigan node.

He can give Kerrigan any command directly.

Kerrigan will execute the orders unconditionally, and through her own hive consciousness, she will translate the commands into specific mental signals that the Zerg can understand, directing all Zerg within her control area.

However, his soul structure is not Zerg, so he cannot bypass Kerrigan and directly command any Zerg.

The Zerg could not detect his presence.

In their hive consciousness, Kerrigan is the supreme command source, and they will only respond to Kerrigan's mental signals.

They neither attacked nor obeyed Ian; they completely ignored him.

What surprised Ian even more was Kerrigan's "production" ability.

The information package revealed that Kerrigan, as a fourth-level queen, has an ovary inside its swollen abdomen, which is not a simple ovary, but an extremely complex, precise, and efficient biological factory.

She can synthesize different gene templates and biomass plasmas in her body by absorbing various forms of energy, including but not limited to the origin of the world, high-energy minerals, and organic matter.

When new Zerg units are needed, Kerrigan will select a certain number from the drones surrounding her.

These drones are collected into special chambers within their bodies and broken down into basic biomass pulp and energy.

Based on the stored gene template, she combined biomass, energy, and the template to "print" new Zerg units in the molding chamber.

The new cells grow and mature rapidly in the formulation solution and are then produced. The entire process is completely asexual, highly efficient and fast, but consumes a huge amount of resources.

The resources required to produce one level 4 guardian bee are enough to produce tens of thousands of drones.

However, Kerrigan has a limited number of stored gene templates and can currently only produce basic units such as drones, velociraptors, bone-eating worms, and shadowwing worms.

She did not have templates for more advanced types, such as Guardian Insects or even special Soul-Eating Insects.

Those are high-level privileges directly granted to specific queens by the Void Nest.

"In other words, Kerrigan is currently a basic barracks, capable of producing large numbers of low-level units, but unable to build high-level units."

Ian was inevitably disappointed after reaching his conclusion.

"Without the Zerg, she cannot generate different Zerg unit templates on her own; her evolution is locked."

He can only evolve again if he obtains a more advanced Zerg genetic template from elsewhere, or if Kerrigan devours other mother Zerg or special Zerg.

Just as Ian was immersed in understanding the Zerg system, a dark silver streak of light shot out from a crack in the ice in the distance and landed unsteadily not far in front of him.

It's Isera.

She had clearly been observing from a distance, and only dared to approach now that she was certain the Zerg were no longer making any unusual moves.

When she saw the scene before her, her whole body froze.

That terrifying otherworldly powerhouse was calmly suspended in mid-air.

Below him, the mother insect, which seemed to have been tamed by him, had compound eyes that had turned a gentle pale gold, and surrounding the mother insect were fifteen silent level-four guardian insects, as majestic as mountains.

And then there were the countless, yet eerily quiet, combat Zerg of all ranks.

They did not attack, nor did they hiss; they simply stood silently guarding Kerrigan and Ian.

Isera's heart nearly stopped beating.

She had witnessed firsthand the terrifying power of Ian in slaughtering the swarm of insects and severely damaging the Hive, but that power, while awe-inspiring, was still within the comprehension of a "powerful outsider."

But what she was seeing was completely beyond her comprehension.

They had tried it before, but after losing several Summoners, they gave up on the idea altogether.

Enslaving the Queen? Controlling the Zerg? How is that even possible?!

A fear deeper than the one faced with an endless swarm of insects gripped Ysera's soul.

If before she felt awe for Ian’s power, now she felt fear for this incomprehensible and mind-bending method.

He can not only destroy, but also control—control the most terrifying and frenzied predatory race in the void.

Ysera's body began to tremble uncontrollably. She took several deep breaths before she could barely suppress the fear in her heart.

She took a few steps forward, her posture even more humble than when they first met, almost bowing to the ground.

"Respected powerful being from another world." Her voice was hoarse, with a noticeable tremor.

"The fluctuations in the World Will seem to have calmed down a bit, but the situation remains unknown, and the crisis is not over."

"Please...for the sake of the countless innocent lives lost in this world, lend a helping hand and help this world!"

Ian withdrew his thoughts from his communication with Kerrigan, slowly turned his head, and looked at Ysera.

His face was expressionless, only cold indifference.

"What do I get in return for helping you?" Ian's voice was calm and unwavering.

"The Exok, as Void Hunters, are a race that feeds on the souls of other worlds through sacrifice. Your 'innocence' is built upon the cries of countless worlds."

Why should I help you?

Isera's face turned pale, her lips trembled, but she could not refute.

Ian was stating a bloody truth, an original sin that the Summoners could never wash away.

At that moment, Ian heard Kerrigan's thoughts, tinged with longing and ingratiation.

"Master, this creature's soul fluctuations are quite unique, and its energy level is also quite good."

"Should I have my guardian insect catch her and give her to you... no, let me eat her? I can sense that devouring her might be slightly beneficial to me."

Ian was speechless. This mother insect had just gained her freedom and was already thinking about eating? It seemed that the insect race's instinct to devour and evolve was deeply ingrained.

He completely ignored Kerrigan's suggestion; a pragmatic chief of the Summoners Council was far more valuable than a corpse.

He began to rapidly weigh how to deal with the world of Exok.

According to the original deal with Azshara, he was only there to seize the source that had been transformed by the Crystal Core Worm.

But now, the situation has changed dramatically.

The Voidbringer was driven back and dared not return in the short term. The Zerg army was almost completely wiped out, leaving only Kerrigan's force.

Judging from Ysera's attitude, the Summoners Council seems to be able to win her over.

Is it possible that this world could be "controlled"?

If we can bring the world of Esok under our control, we will not only have exclusive access to the resources of a medium-sized world, but more importantly, we will have access to those scattered fragments of the cosmic subconscious!

The extraordinary talent of those who can communicate across worlds, if properly developed and utilized, would bring immeasurable benefits.

But the risks are equally enormous.

The state of the world's will is unclear; how powerful is that hidden will of the abyss?

Also, putting Azshara aside for now, how will they explain this to the Wizarding Alliance?

This unique world, if left to the deep development of wizarding civilizations, will have an immeasurable impact.

There's also the Void Queen, Bervis, who, despite suffering a loss, will definitely not let it go easily; we need to prepare in advance.

Just as Ian was lost in thought, Isera seemed to have made up her mind.

She suddenly raised her head, a resolute glint in her eyes, and made the most important decision of her life.

"Revered powerful being, the world of Exoc has come to an end. Without your help, we will be destroyed by the Zerg sooner or later."

"I, Ysera, in the name of the Chief Elder of the Council of Exocet Summoners, hereby swear an oath to you!"

Her voice suddenly rose, filled with a do-or-die determination.

"If you are willing to help this world overcome this crisis, I will immediately summon all the remaining council elders and summoners."

"From this day forward, the remaining inhabitants of the world of Exoc will obey your every command!"

"You will become the new ruler of this world!"

A glint flashed in Ian's eyes; this was exactly the answer he wanted.

A chaotic, divided Exokine, each fighting its own battles, is of no value to him; a unified, obedient Exokine that can be used by him is a valuable asset.

He didn't agree immediately, deliberately remaining silent for a moment, allowing the pressure on Ysera to build to its peak.

Then he slowly opened his mouth, his voice revealing neither joy nor anger.

"Remember your promise, now take me to the Heart of the World."

"I want to see with my own eyes what your world will has become."

Ysera felt as if she had been granted a pardon, her tense body relaxing slightly, but her awe and fear deepened.

"Yes! Please come with me!"

Ian telepathically instructed Kerrigan: "Stay here, control the swarm. Do not attack any non-Zerg units without my order, but self-defense is permitted."

"Yes, Master," Kerrigan replied obediently.

Ian followed Ysera and flew toward the entrance to the passage to the Heart of the World.

Based on previously acquired memories and Ysera's earlier statements, this area was originally completely sealed off by dense abyssal mist.

But when the two reached the edge of the rift, Ian raised an eyebrow; something was amiss.

The dark purple mist that churned in my memory vanished without a trace.

Deep within the crevice, there was only profound darkness and the faint sound of a low, pulsating pulse.

"What... what's wrong with the abyssal aura?" Ysera was also stunned, her eyes filled with surprise and doubt.

She had been to the area not long ago, when it was still an absolutely forbidden zone.

What unknown changes have occurred in the realm of world will?

Ian's eyes narrowed slightly as he considered several possibilities. Suddenly, a thought flashed through his mind.

Could it be that the resurgence and retreat of the Void Mother Queen's will frightened it away?

He didn't voice his suspicions, but simply said, "Go in."

Suppressing her doubts, Ysera leaped into the rift first, followed closely by Ian.

The moment I entered the rift, a strange sense of spatial displacement washed over me.

Unlike ordinary spatial passages, it's more like passing through a flexible "membrane".

The surrounding light completely disappeared, and even mental perception was suppressed to some extent.

Only the sensation beneath their feet, like a gravity slide, guided them deeper and deeper.

This process lasted for about a few minutes, and then a glimmer of light appeared ahead.

The faint light rapidly expanded, transforming into a soft, milky-white halo.

Ian sensed that the "membrane" had reached its end.

He took a step forward, and the scene before him suddenly opened up, accompanied by a strange sense of detachment.

Ian looked down and realized that he was not a physical body, but a pale golden consciousness.

His physical body seemed to remain at the entrance of the passage.

This is a space of pure consciousness and rules; matter cannot enter directly.

He had entered the Heart of the World before, and quickly calmed down, beginning to observe his surroundings.

This is a space whose size cannot be described using conventional terms.

It has no up, down, left, or right, no boundaries; it seems infinitely vast, yet it also seems to exist only in the mind.

At the bottom of the space is an ocean, a golden ocean so rich it's almost solidified!

The liquid flows with the veins of mountains and rivers, the reflections of stars, and the rhythm of life...

It exudes a vast, primordial aura of the world!

It is countless times purer and more abundant than the origin transformed from those crystal core insects!

This is the world of Exoc, a medium world, a world whose origin sea has accumulated over countless years.

Even after being devoured by the Zerg, corroded by the Abyss, and partially consumed by the Summoners, its reserves were still so vast that they shocked Ian.

In the center of the golden ocean, a constantly flowing silvery-white mist floats.

At the heart of the mist, a glimmer of golden light shone, emanating the most fundamental aura of this world.

This is the essence of Essock's world will.

To Ian's surprise, there was only a negligible abyssal aura surrounding this primordial ocean and the mist of will.

The previously frenzied and twisted will of the abyss... is gone.

They vanished completely, as if they had never existed.

Just as Ian was filled with doubt and surprise, a golden light flashed, conveying a message to the two of them.

After Ian finished digesting, his eyes gradually widened.

"Holy crap! That Baal, the Abyss Lord, actually escaped? Does that mean my plan is going to fail?!"

He had just checked, and the strength of Esok's world will was still at... level six!

It far surpasses the aura of the World Tree, Azshara.

Ian's previous plan to dominate this world seems unlikely to be realized.

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