Lu Yuan Zhao exploded in anger, “You’re talking nonsense! I refuse to believe your ridiculous claims.”
He had only stepped out for a moment; how could an S-Class appear out of nowhere?
S-Class.
That was a being that only existed in myths!
Lu Yuan Zhao bit down jealously, almost gnashing his teeth as he asked, “W-Who is it?”
At the mention of that name, a look of yearning appeared on the intern doctor’s face, “That esteemed person is named Tong Sui. Not only does he have a beautiful name, but he is also young and handsome.”
Lu Yuan Zhao’s pupils constricted in shock, “Impossible! He was clearly a D-Class civilian insect. How could he be an S-Class? You’re lying to me!”
“Have you never heard of secondary differentiation?”
Secondary differentiation?
…How could that be possible?!
He recalled the scent he had smelled on Tong Sui previously; could it be that he was on the verge of differentiation then?
The intern doctor advised, “I suggest you take care, as an invalid royal who has lost his spiritual core and been disfigured should have made plenty of enemies with your temperament. It’s best to keep a low profile and find a corner to hide in.”
Impossible.
He was the heir to the throne, adored by all insects.
Lu Yuan Zhao disbelievingly opened his personal holographic communication device.
There, he found various nobles and his former entourage.
Those insects he had once looked down upon expressed their concern before his incident, but after it happened,
all messages seemed to have been abruptly cut off, leaving not a single extraneous message.
Having been raised in the palm of their hands, Lu Yuan Zhao now felt as if he had been pulled into an abyss by an unseen force.
His remaining life would forever be shrouded in this shadow, worse than death.
And he found that his name had vanished from the star network, with all netizens discussing the newly emerged S-Class insect.
“Guys, this news is 100% true! Our Empire has welcomed an S-Class male insect!”
1st Floor: Is today’s green post here again?
2nd Floor: How come I always see these posts? Every time, isn’t the last post like this fake?
The poster: This time it’s true! I work at the hospital, and the top floors have already been sealed off, prohibiting any insects from coming close. [Image x9]
Although the images were taken from tricky angles, they were still quite clear.
11th Floor: Wow, the security is so tight; not even a fly could get in! Could it be real?
23rd Floor: So many big shots; I feel like the poster isn’t lying…
24th Floor: Wait, why are those female insects also here? Aren’t they the ones guarding Tong Sui? Why are they here too?
The poster: Because this gentleman is Tong Sui.
34th Floor: ???
35th Floor: ???
49th Floor: Are you joking? Isn’t that a D-Class male insect?
As soon as this statement appeared, the screen was filled with question marks, but the poster never replied again, leaving netizens looking at each other in confusion.
123rd Floor: Poster, stop playing dead! Please respond quickly, is this real???
134th Floor: How could anyone truly believe this? It clearly looks like a fish-luring post.
135th Floor: But those images are real! I’ve verified; there are no signs of editing.
136th Floor: I’m right here at the hospital, and I confirmed that something major is happening on the top floors; I’ve seen many high-ranking officials come in.
143rd Floor: Let’s just say, could it be secondary differentiation?
144th Floor: What is that?
147th Floor: Is secondary differentiation really a thing?
151st Floor: Even if secondary differentiation exists, it wouldn’t be S-Class; we’ve all taken physiology classes. Each level up is extremely difficult; can it be that simple?
165th Floor: Even if it’s not S-Class, it shouldn’t be too ordinary; otherwise, how could it attract so many high-level insects?
166th Floor: I suddenly realize, so those noble female insects felt it in advance, which is why they were so reluctant to leave?
167th Floor: Wow, that’s so pathetic!
177th Floor: I heard that Tong Sui still doesn’t have a queen. If someone takes care of him, he might just notice them.
178th Floor: Guys, I’m going right away!!!!
…
Meanwhile, in a resplendent dining hall.
A group of familiar noble male insects sat together, some bearing injuries, their arms wrapped in bandages.
Even so, one noble insect continued to pour wine for Lu Ting, who sat in the main seat with his one functional hand.
He flatteringly said, “Your Grace, please! We’ve offended you before due to our lack of discernment. I hope you can forgive us.”
Lu Ting cast him a sidelong glance, “Aren’t you supposed to be with Prince Lu Yuan Zhao?”
“Look who’s talking,” the noble insect replied, “Lu Yuan Zhao is a thing of the past. Following you is the way forward.”
“Is that so?”
Lu Ting lifted his hand to gently nudge the wine cup aside. The pouring wine spilled onto the table, dripping down the edge.
“Oh no, spilled! It seems you’re so useless that you can’t even pour wine properly. How could you stay by my side?”
The noble insect quickly pulled out a handkerchief, “I’ll clean it up right away.”
“Wait,” Lu Ting grasped his handkerchief, smiling, “This wine is rare; it would be a waste to wipe it off.”
The noble insect tightened his grip on the decanter.
The other insects present also changed their expressions slightly; this scene felt eerily familiar. Lu Ting was clearly seeking revenge, but no one dared to speak up.
Despite having a million unwilling thoughts in his heart, the noble insect bowed his head obediently.
He licked the remnants off the floor like a stray dog, his dignity severely trampled underfoot.
The other male insects exchanged glances.
They finally realized that Lu Ting was far from being as harmless as he had previously appeared; rather, he was one to settle scores. The humiliation he had once suffered would surely be repaid in kind.
If not for the other royal male insects’ low mental powers and lack of suitable heirs, they would not have to curry favor with Lu Ting, who wasn’t even a prince.