The overlord of the gods is interrogating the alien female spy.

　"Could it be some kind of targeted virus? Or perhaps it's a technology we don't yet know about?"

　Precys didn't understand these things very well. But she also knew that even though the current Imperial Federation had star sectors spanning thousands of light-years as its territory and possessed various megastructure technologies, it was ultimately just a small-scale operation in a remote corner of a galaxy...

　Isn't this civilization, home to the swarm of killer bees, a classic example? How can a civilization that can't even clearly explore its own galaxy claim to be invincible in this vast universe?

　"That's all the information we have about this ruin..."

　Is it somewhat regrettable...?

　"There are a few coordinates recorded here. Shall we go take a look, Precys?"

　"Someone should have already gone. Which one do you think we should go to? The market town?"

　There are four coordinates in total, all marked by a pulsar, but this site has been discovered for some time, and people must have explored the other sites as well.

　"Hmm... tap, tap, tap, tap whoever you tap, that's who you choose."

　Chapter Fourteen: God!

　"This seems to be a technology, huh? Ruins."

　Looking at the other data crystals, most of the information inside were records of war achievements, telling how these Anjou people destroyed which civilizations. They were all unsettling to read, making one want to curse, "Good riddance!"

　But after searching around, I still found an interesting technology.

　Although the Anjou people have a hive mentality, in order to improve the survival rate of Anjou people in different regions after the advent of the interstellar age, the number of colonies increased and the intensity of wars rose, a rule was introduced that offspring must reach adulthood in the corresponding location before they are eligible to join the cluster.

　However, Anjou larvae grow very quickly, typically taking three to five years from hatching to adulthood, making the effectiveness of this regulation highly questionable. The technology, according to the description, is a device used to help these offspring adapt to a hive mentality in advance.

　"The records show this is a warehouse. Let's go take a look."

　Riding a hoverboard, Precys followed the recorded directions to a warehouse.

　The warehouse had been opened long ago, but the contents inside had long since turned into a thick layer of dust over the course of two million years.

　The person who arrived earlier had obviously been here before; a string of small footprints remained on the layer of dust on the ground. By comparing them with Precys's footprints, Chen Lingxu could confirm that the person was also a little girl.

　"pity……"

　Priscilla shone his flashlight around and looked at the dust and dirt with great regret.

　"Ruins, let's go... Huh? Where to? Did we find something?"

　"I saw something."

　Chen Lingxu followed the trail of footprints to the marked crack in the wall, took out a laser, and began cutting.

　“The person who came before us must have discovered this place, but she didn’t bring any tools and couldn’t cut open this crack.”

　Behind that metal wall were several capsule-like objects, made of a material that seemed to have undergone special treatment, capable of remaining intact for two million years.

　"This must be the Anjou people's beehive adaptor."

　Precys' eyes lit up. After examining the capsule closely, he confirmed that it contained the Anru technology they were looking for.

　"Let's take three and leave the rest for the expedition team later."

　Three are enough for testing, of course, also because...

　Each of these capsules is the size of a watermelon, and it would be quite troublesome even if Chen Lingxu carried them all.

　"Let's go, let's go. We still have a long way to go."

　This super long staircase, several kilometers high, will take several hours to get out.

　"Alright, let me see how to use this thing."

　Back on the bubble, after Chen Lingxu steered the ship back to its planetary orbit and docked, Precys brought over a capsule to study its usage.

　"Hmm... the signal light is on, it still works. The Anjou people's technology is pretty good... connecting to the appropriate power supply, and then using sensors placed on the body, probably the brain and spine..."

　"Testing like this? Won't something go wrong?"

　Chen Lingxu looked at this silly girl who wanted to use him as a test subject and couldn't help but send a shocked emoji.

　"Isn't there medical equipment here? I've got everything set up. They'll monitor my physical condition, and if there are any problems, I'll receive treatment."

　but……

　And one more thing.

　This is a device designed to accommodate hive thinking. How can hive thinking be formed if there is only one person?

　Precys looked at the little robot beside him.

　"Xu, how about we test it together?"

　Chen Lingxu originally didn't want to test this kind of substandard product, but it was really hard to resist when Precys looked at him with those watery eyes.

　"Of course. But I might not be able to succeed if I come."

　"It's okay, let's give it a try."

　After all, his current identity is that of a robot. How can a robot share hive thinking with a human?

　Sitting on the edge of the bed, I modified the corresponding sensor into a data cable and connected it to my own socket.

　“…Are you scared?”

　He looked up and saw grape-like eyes staring intently at him.

　"Well... a little..."

　Excitement and anxiety about unknown technologies are inevitable.

　"Then hold my hand, Precyth."

　"Okay."

　The little robot's hands are cold... but that's to be expected, since it has a metal shell.

　Precys thought for a moment, then switched on the power to the capsule device.

　"From childhood to adulthood...and then..."

　Precys's voice abruptly stopped.

　Chen Lingxu felt the scene before him blur for a moment, and then he saw... a white... somewhat familiar landscape.

　"Is this... this is the process of joining the Hive Mindset? Ruin, are you there?"

　Precys saw the golden shape in front of him... It looked a lot like him... It had horns... and a tail... Was it created based on the appearance of the outside world? That's quite thoughtful.

　"I am here, Precyth."

　She saw Chen Lingxu approaching her; it seemed that once they touched, their consciousnesses would merge into the swarm...

　but……

　"Wait... how could this be...?"

　When their 'consciousnesses' collided, things did not develop as Precys had envisioned.

　They...did not integrate into the Hive Mindset...and...

　Like two beaten eggs dropped into a bowl, be whisked quickly and vigorously until well combined.

　Then pour it into a bowl of flour, and knead it frequently and carefully until it forms a dough.

　Finally, after being baked at a high temperature, it is topped with fresh cream...

　"No... Ruins... like this..."

　The sensations were so real, every touch, every grasp, every... kiss.

　They... became one in another way.

　This is terrible... Her consciousness... is floating as if she's about to take flight... but every time she tries to float up, she's dragged back down.

　It was as if she was kneading dough, twisting and turning her consciousness until it was unrecognizable.

　Outside of consciousness, Precys' body was writhing like a shrimp on the bed, while Chen Lingxu's electronic eyes kept changing color.

　"Gulp... How could this be... like this..."

　By the time the device malfunctioned, Precy was drenched in sweat, and Chen Lingxu would have to help her change the sheets later.

　Those eyes, which were so bright and piercing just moments before, have now transformed into two blooming violet flowers.

　Precys couldn't understand; this wasn't adapting to the hive mind... this was clearly...

　“Prisus, our actions just now... could be described as a perfect harmony.”

　Chen Lingxu looked at the device, his soul clicking its tongue in amazement.

　He initially thought it was a device to help the Anjou people adapt to the hive mindset, but after experiencing it, he discovered that it was a wonderful tool used by the middle Anjou people to promote emotional communication.

　Just now, Precys's 'soul' touched his soul, and they had a deep and satisfying exchange. The feeling was more delicate and wonderful than physical interaction alone, and the aftertaste was long and unforgettable.

　Alas, that explorer who translated the text has misled young people!

　"Stop talking... Xu... stop talking..."

　Precyth wanted to bury her head in the sand. How was she supposed to face her little robot now?

　She could still see the various changes in her body as her consciousness was invaded... and she still found it very comfortable...

　“Prismus, don’t be shy. I feel it’s necessary to remind you… to pay attention to our current situation.”

　Chen Lingxu from the god just now

　When ∠ regained consciousness, he immediately realized... no, he saw the 'line' that had appeared between himself and Precys.

　The connection between the two souls was not severed due to the device malfunction; on the contrary, it brought about a substantial change.

　In other words, they can now truly empathize... sense each other's emotional changes, and... some of their thoughts.

　With Chen Lingxu's reminder, Precys quickly realized the lingering connection between the two.

　"well?!!!"

　After making eye contact, realizing that her little robot was still lingering on her, the delicate little cabbage blushed with a tempting pink hue from embarrassment.

　Chapter Fifteen: In this universe, you are the only one.

　"Anyway... don't let your mind wander, Ruins."

　Precys sat on the bed, using her slender, delicate feet to step on her little robot, trying to stop him from continuing to savor the taste of the little grape.

　“I’m just trying to deduce the actual purpose of this device by reviewing what just happened, Precys.”

　Chen Lingxu was spouting nonsense with a straight face, and seeing the little girl's shy expression, he didn't forget to add insult to injury.

　"If you need, I can give the experience a rating. I'd give it 99 out of 100, and I'll keep the last point for myself."

　"Don't talk nonsense... Waaah..."

　Precys felt his sincerity, but his heart was filled with endless shame. He rolled around on the bed like a little kitten.

　After a while, Precys finally managed to calm down.

　"Hmm, this thing probably isn't meant for adapting to Hive Mindset..."

　Precys really needs to seriously reflect on his reckless actions.

　"Even creatures with a hive mentality may need a certain amount of rest and recreation to maintain their mental well-being."

　After all, in the hive mindset, if the collapse of an individual is not dealt with in time, it can trigger a chain reaction, leading to the extinction of the entire species.

　In that ruin, the recorder's final loss of consciousness, besides being due to excessive personal pressure, may also have been because all the Anjou people in the refuge were on the verge of collapse, and countless negative emotions began to erupt through the hive mind, leading to even more serious suicidal behavior.

　"It seems that the defeat in that war not only destroyed their empire, but also shattered their hive mentality, which was the foundation of their survival."

　What kind of war, what kind of enemy, could cause such destruction?

　Where is the enemy the Anjou people faced after that war? Have they survived the long two million years?

　These questions raise a lot of questions.

　"Phew... Anyway, let's go to the transfer station to make some adjustments first. Then we'll go check out the coordinates."

　But before that, Precys decided to take a nap to try and forget the still incredibly profound... fusion of consciousness.

　"..."

　Chen Lingxu sat in the driver's seat, gazing at the planet before him, which had long lost its prosperity and become a desolate wasteland.

　The interstellar age is not only filled with thrilling adventures and endless unknowns, but also with the possibility of sudden and unpredictable malice.