Swallowing the Stars: The System Bound the Wrong Person at the Start

Chapter Seventeen: He Xi's Meeting with the Zerg Queen

Inside the Tianji Palace, a deep blue light flowed slowly like a galaxy, making this palace, which floated deep in the sea of ​​stars, appear serene and sacred.

With her silver hair cascading down her back, He Xi sat regally on the Heavenly Throne, her slender fingers gently clasped on her knees. She lowered her eyes slightly, her gaze fixed on the holographic projection floating before her—a top-secret message that Ya had just transmitted through the communication channel of the Void God Realm.

At the same time, her gene engine is deeply connected with the treasure trove of celestial knowledge. Hundreds of millions of complex data streams are rapidly shuttling, colliding, and calculating in her mind, ultimately transforming into a dazzling microscopic star map.

In just a few breaths, the Heavenly Book of Knowledge Treasury produced the final calculation result:

[Zerg Queen's defection accuracy: 93.52%]

Looking at the string of dancing, dark blue numbers, a knowing smile flashed in He Xi's eyes. She leaned back in her chair, a meaningful curve appearing at the corner of her lips.

"93.52%...that's quite an astonishing number."

She murmured softly, recalling the secrets about the primordial universe that Chen Yang had once told her. Chen Yang had said that in that extremely cruel world, the Zerg Queen, though few in number, was the most united and loyal race. The bonds between them even surpassed the absolute obedience of the Machine Race, which was based on underlying code.

Now it seems Chen Yang's words were true. For the future of her race, this queen, renowned throughout the primordial universe, was actually willing to set aside all her pride and dignity, leading her entire race to seek refuge. This decisiveness and courage truly deserved that extremely high probability of 93.52%.

only……

He Xi frowned slightly, her gaze shifting to the deep starry sky outside the Heavenly Palace. Yang was currently in seclusion, honing his will. These three months were crucial for his breakthrough, so he naturally couldn't leave the Milky Way at this critical juncture to travel to the distant insectoid territory to personally meet the Empress.

"Well then, since Yang is in seclusion, I'll have to take on the task of welcoming our new friend."

He Xi chuckled softly, stood up, her long silver hair tracing a graceful arc behind her. She raised her hand, her fingertips lightly touching the air, causing ripples to spread across the space beneath the Heavenly Throne.

A chaotic, vortex-shaped spatial passage slowly emerged in the center of the hall.

"Since you have come with sincerity, then our Pangu clan should naturally show the proper courtesy."

Her voice was soft yet firm, carrying the composure and elegance befitting the Heavenly King. Her consciousness connected with the Realm of the Gods, initiating communication with Ya.

"Ya, prepare yourself. Since Her Majesty the Empress intends to submit, I will go on behalf of Pangu to meet this legendary figure who was decisive in killing in the primordial universe."

"I want to see just how impressive the Zerg Queen is, one that even Pangu praised so highly. However, Pangu is currently in seclusion, and I cannot leave the Immortal Realm. I will send an avatar there."

As soon as the words fell, another figure of He Xi slowly materialized within the Heavenly Palace and stepped into the spatial passage, which then slowly disappeared.

He Xi, seated on her throne, smiled slightly and murmured to herself:

"I hope that our encounter can add a unique touch to this vast universe."

……

Inside the Zerg Queen's mini-universe, in the garden behind the Queen's palace.

"Your Majesty, the Grand Elder has sent word that Pangu is currently in seclusion, breaking through to the final level of the divine power path—100,000 times the genetic potential—and therefore cannot come to see you. The Grand Elder also needs to temporarily remain in the Pangu clan's territory and cannot come in person." Ya sat opposite the Insect Queen, relaying He Xi's orders to her. "However, she will send a puppet avatar to meet with Your Majesty."

"Ten thousand times the gene?" The Zerg Queen was astonished.

Ya was taken aback upon hearing this, but then realized that the primordial universe and even the cosmic sea were completely unaware of the divine power path. She patiently explained, "Your Majesty, the divine power path involves studying life genes and improving one's own genetic level. As long as one surpasses the perfect gene and reaches 10082 times, one can break through to become a true god. However, that is the worst kind of true god through the divine power path."

"According to the information found within the Realm of the Void Gods, the path to divine power is mainly divided into four levels. The first level is the 30000 to 59999 times genetic level, where the divine body's height will increase to 1 million kilometers, and the divine power reserve will be 1000 times that of an ordinary true god; the second level is the 60000 to 89999 times genetic level, where the divine body's height will surge to 100 million kilometers, and the divine power will be 1 billion times that of an ordinary true god; the third level is the 90000 to 99999 times genetic level, achieving an infinite divine body, where the divine body's height can reach 1 light-year, and its size can change at will; the fourth level is the 100,000 times genetic perfect divine body level, where the divine body's height can reach 12 light-years, formless and without appearance, which is the perfect state of the path to divine power."

Ya calmly recounted this information, which was absolutely secret to the primordial universe, completely disregarding the shock these words would cause to the Zerg Queen.

"A divine body 12 light-years away?" The Zerg Queen was completely numb.

"Yes, but that's the path for normal life in the universe." Ya's tone was casual. "Elder He Xi in the Realm of the Void Gods left a conjecture that the divine power of the Pangu Clan would definitely be higher than that standard. Therefore, the best path for the Pangu Clan is the path of divine power."

Suddenly, Ya's expression changed, and she said to the Queen, "Your Majesty, Elder He Xi has arrived in the Zerg territory, at the coordinates where we just met the sisters."

The Zerg Queen took a deep breath, trying to calm the turmoil surging within her. She temporarily put aside the secrets Ya had mentioned; her most important task now was to meet this Grand Elder.

"Ya, let's go."

The Empress's voice, though still majestic, had unconsciously carried a hint of awe. Without further hesitation, she swayed slightly, causing the surrounding space to ripple like water. Powerful spacetime laws enveloped Ya, and the two vanished from their spot in an instant.

The next second, they appeared at a coordinate above the core continent of the Zerg.

There was no stench of the Zerg hive here, nor the oppressive feeling of billions of Zerg soldiers gathered; only a tranquil void isolated by a special force field. And in the center of that void, a figure with silver hair flowing like a waterfall was silently suspended.

He Xi's puppet clone has been waiting for a long time.

She didn't deliberately release any pressure, nor did she exhibit any energy fluctuations. She simply stood there quietly, seemingly merging with the entire starry sky. And this was merely a puppet clone that He Xi temporarily created using her divine talent, "God."

A faint blue light shimmered in her eyes, a composure and wisdom unique to the Heavenly King, as if all things in the world had nothing to hide from her gaze.

"Elder He Xi."

The Zerg Queen showed no disrespect, stepping forward and bowing slightly in a standard primal cosmic gesture. This was her respect for a powerful being capable of protecting the entire Zerg race.

He Xi's gaze fell on the Zerg Queen, and a gentle smile appeared on his lips: "Your Majesty, I have long admired you. Pangu is currently in seclusion at a crucial moment and cannot travel far, so I have come to meet you on his behalf."

Her voice was soft, yet it possessed a strange penetrating power, striking directly into the depths of the Zerg Queen's soul.

"please."

He Xi slightly raised her hand, and a portal automatically opened in the space in front of her, behind which was the luxurious and magnificent palace of the Zerg Queen, a treasure of supreme power.

The three of them passed through the portal and returned to the main hall of the Queen's Palace.

After the guests and hosts were seated, maids served food and drinks. He Xi did not rush to speak, but instead picked up her drink and took a small sip. Her gaze swept over the luxurious furnishings of the hall, finally settling on the beautiful yet somewhat weary face of the Zerg Queen.

"Your Majesty," He Xi put down her wine cup and got straight to the point, "we have already seen your sincerity. According to the calculations in the Heavenly Book of Knowledge Treasury, there is a 93.52% probability that your allegiance is genuine. For my Pangu clan, this is a number that can be believed. Moreover, Pangu once told me that the Insect Queen is the most loyal and sentimental race in this primordial universe, without exception."

Upon hearing this, the Zerg Queen's eyes flashed with gratitude. She knew the weight of those words.

"Elder," she took a deep breath, her voice trembling slightly, "my Zerg Queen Clan, though holding a place in the primordial universe, is ultimately mired in a bloody quagmire. Over countless eons, countless sisters have perished, countless sisters have been enslaved as tools. I am willing to lead my entire clan to submit to the Pangu Clan, and never betray them."

"very good."

He Xi nodded, a hint of admiration flashing in her eyes. This was exactly the kind of decisiveness she wanted.

"Since you are so frank, the Pangu Clan will naturally not treat you unfairly." He Xi's voice suddenly rose, carrying an unquestionable authority. "On behalf of the Pangu Clan, I promise you three things."

The Zerg Queen suddenly raised her head, her eyes filled with anticipation.

"First," He Xi held up a finger, "the Pangu Clan will open the Void God Realm to all Zerg Queens. The Void God Realm is a more complete virtual world than the human race's virtual universe, where all cultivation knowledge is provided free of charge to the clan's citizens. You can cultivate, play, and make friends within the Void God Realm. Those who don't like cultivation can also pursue their own interests and live freely under Pangu's protection. As long as you don't violate the clan rules, everything is permissible."

The Zerg Queen's breathing quickened instantly. This was what she desired most!

Stability, happiness, freedom.

"Secondly," He Xi extended a second finger, her tone becoming even more solemn, "after Pangu emerges from seclusion, I will petition Pangu to transform all the insect queens who are willing to submit into pure Pangu people. From then on, you will not be insects dependent on Pangu, but members of the Pangu race, members of Pangu's people."

"What?!"

The Zerg Queen suddenly stood up, her eyes filled with disbelief.

Transformed into a pure Pangu clan?

What does this mean? It means that after they join the Pangu Clan, they can get rid of the label of "Zerg". To the Pangu Clan, they are not aliens, but true direct descendants who possess the bloodline of the Pangu Clan!

"This...how is this possible?" Her voice trembled.

"Nothing is impossible." He Xi smiled faintly. "The strength of the Pangu Clan lies not in the strength of its bloodline, but in our willingness to accept all living beings who love and respect life. Your insect race is recognized by Pangu as the most humane race in the primordial universe, without exception."

The Zerg Queen's mind went blank. She had imagined countless possibilities, but never had she ever thought that the Pangu civilization would offer such generous terms.

"Third," He Xi extended her third finger, her voice carrying a grand vision, "after your transformation, you will form your own lineage, becoming one of the branches of the Pangu Clan. You will each choose your own name. You will have independent territories and your own lineage. In the future, you may even serve as elders of the Pangu Clan, having a place that belongs to you within the Pangu Clan."

boom!

The Zerg Queen felt as if a thunderbolt had exploded in her mind.

It has its own unique style!

This means that they are not vassals or cannon fodder, but an indispensable part of the Pangu civilization! Their descendants will be born with the blood of the Pangu people and thrive under the protection of the Pangu civilization!

Looking at the woman with cascading silver hair before her, and seeing the composure and confidence in her eyes, she finally understood why Chen Yang had chosen her as the Great Elder of the Pangu Clan, and why she was given the title of Heavenly King.

Because of this magnanimity and vision, it has already surpassed any true god in the primordial universe.

"I……"

The Zerg Queen took a deep breath, bent her knees, and knelt down on one knee, performing the most solemn bow of the Pangu Clan.

"The Zerg Queen wishes to lead her entire clan of queens to merge with the Pangu race! From this day forward, we will share life and death, and never betray each other!"

Her voice echoed in the hall, carrying a resolute determination, as well as a joy of rebirth.

He Xi smiled slightly and raised her hand to help.

Get up.

Her gaze pierced through the main hall, looking towards the distant starry sky, as if she could see the future.

"From this day forward, you will all be members of the Pangu clan."