The Heartthrob Guide: Dodder of S-Class Sentinels

Chapter 218 Zerg Territory
Although Lin Nan didn't know much about the Ariel family, if she were told that the deceased Colonel Ariel was Arachne's father, she would understand perfectly well.

This explains why the relationship between Caesar and Arachne was so tense.

So you've been arguing since you were little...

"You insects, you didn't even know a mutant had infiltrated your territory? Has your discipline become so lax?" Caesar mocked maliciously.

Upon hearing the words "infiltrated by alien species," Arachne, who had been in a lazy posture, immediately became uneasy.

"What nonsense are you spouting, you stray cat? My spider silk covers this area. If some alien species really came here, wouldn't I know? Don't come up with some random excuse to trespass on our territory."

"I wouldn't take this godforsaken place even if it were given to me for free. If you really let some alien species sneak in, I'll burn you all down with you!"

Although Area B7 is not the most densely populated area in the city, it is the most heavily militarized area because the entrance to the "Centipede Land" contaminated zone lies deep in the rainforest to the east.

The descendants of Granville's Zerg Sentinels have guarded this place for generations, because "they" in this contaminated zone are not only enemies, but also their former "family."

Due to their overly acute mental perception, Zerg Sentinels are often the first to be corrupted. The lack of Guides makes it difficult for the Sentinels here to receive effective guidance, so many of them will deliberately enter the forbidden zone of Centipede Lands when the corruption level is about to reach the critical point.

This is a form of self-destruction, but the Zerg here call it "returning home."

Centipede Land is a secret land passed down from the ancestors of the Zerg. No one knows what it looks like inside until a "siege operation" led by Colonel Hossen five years ago truly revealed this mysterious contaminated area to everyone.

"The Zerg's mental energy is never isolated, but rather resonates with multiple sources. Like a spider's web, once you enter the web, you can connect and sense the mental vibration frequency of the other party. The closer you are to the center, the more you will sense."

Arachne led Lin Nan and Caesar into the local military district. He toyed with some silver threads between his fingers, constantly weaving and knotting them, forming novel grids in his palm.

Lin Nan noticed that there were some subtle energy fluctuations on these grids. With Arachne's fingertips flicking gently, some magical frequencies were transmitted, which were very much like some kind of encrypted signal.

“Only Zerg can crack the Zerg’s frequency network,” Arachne explained, while avoiding the hidden mechanisms and detectors. “Those who are connected by blood will have a clearer and tighter frequency network.”

When the word "bloodline" was mentioned, a clear look of disgust appeared in Caesar's eyes. He followed behind Lin Nan, keeping a noticeable distance from Arachne, who was walking in front.

The lion's thick mane and fur have always been an ideal breeding ground for microscopic parasites. These parasites are impossible to kill or get rid of, and they are a nuisance. Caesar hates these species, and so do the sentinels who possess insect-like spiritual bodies.

He gritted his teeth, suppressing the urge to set the forest on fire.

Arachne, who was in front of him, suddenly stopped and turned around. He looked at him with an extremely intriguing gaze and said mockingly, "You mad cat have found an owner, and your temper has become much more subdued. How does it feel to be leashed by the guide? Delicious?"

“You’ll never understand this feeling.” When talking about this, Caesar’s temper dissipated. He strode to Lin Nan’s side, his strong arms expertly encircling her waist, like a child who had just received a toy, showing off and provoking his opponent.

Ever since he was marked with his exclusive mark, his spiritual tail has been constantly popping out to entangle Lin Nan. Just like now, his lion tail has wrapped around the girl's ankle, carefully caressing her skin through the gap, silently trying to please her.

Lin Nan was extremely embarrassed by his undisguised clinginess. She pursed her lips, her ears turning slightly red, and coughed to appear calm, but secretly grabbed the base of his tail and tugged hard—

"Well--"

Caesar let out a muffled groan, his face turning an unusual red.

"Ha—baby..." His whole body trembled slightly. His extremely sensitive constitution made him prone to desire and orgasm. Seeing that he was about to go crazy again, Lin Nan quickly scolded him: "Don't move!"

The big cat then reluctantly retracted its tail and lowered its head to pant.

"Tsk tsk." Arachne watched their little actions unfold and let out a laugh that was hard to tell whether it was out of jealousy or contempt.

A jerk is just being pretentious.

he thought.

Just then, a rustling sound suddenly came from the woods ahead, and a figure flashed by.

Caesar's ears twitched, and he leaped forward, dashing towards the direction of the sound.

"Bug, keep an eye on my guide."

In the vast forest, only his voice remained; in the blink of an eye, his figure had completely vanished.

“Wildcats are fast.” Arachne sighed, gazing in the direction where Caesar had disappeared. Then, he turned to Lin Nan with a smile and said, “Lin, it seems something evil has really broken in. It’s dangerous here. Why don’t you come to my house to take shelter?”

Lin Nan remained unmoved by the man's invitation. She blinked and looked at him calmly.

She had fought with this spider before and had some unpleasant experiences with it in private. Although it was also a sentinel of the White Tower, she always felt that there was something strange about this person.

Moreover, the scent of his spiritual power—

"What's wrong?" Arachne asked, a hint of confusion on his handsome face as he saw Lin Nan remain motionless. He gracefully stepped forward and obediently squatted down in front of Lin Nan. "Lin, are you still angry with me about what happened before? I had no choice. The Guide Academy's shielding capabilities are too strong. This is the only way I can meet you..."

After saying that, he took Lin Nan's hand and placed an extremely gentlemanly and apologetic kiss on the back of her hand.

"And...you feel comfortable here, right? Come to my house...Andrew has already made the sweetest honey, waiting for you—"

"We brothers... will treat you to a proper meal again, I'm sure you'll like it..."

The beautiful and alluring man, with a gentle and persuasive manner, tilted his head slightly. His violet eyes gleamed with a seductive light in the dim light, like a poisonous flower swaying in an abyss, both dangerous and captivating.

If it were Lin Nan, whose mental strength was only at the C level before, she would definitely have fallen for it by now. In front of these mind control sentinels, you really can't let your guard down for a second, otherwise you will easily be led by the nose.

Fortunately, she is now at Rank A and has formed such a strong and solid barrier that Arachne's shallow hypnosis has no effect on her.

Lin Nan sighed deeply and said, "So—this is why you used illusion magic to get Caesar away?"

"..."

(End of this chapter)