The Eccentric Entomologist is Now a Queen's Consort

Chapter 126 The Cat Out of Bag (End) The Bug Hero

Huahaha! I've been waiting for this moment all the time.

He reached into his bag, his hand finding the familiar weight of the Entomancer's Talisman. The intricately carved artifact pulsed with energy, and Mikhailis could feel the connection between him and the Chimera Ants. He focused his energy, his mind reaching out to them. Immediately, the various Chimera Ant variants that were around him began to stir.

"Alright, time to see if this works." He took another deep breath and activated the talisman. The response was instantaneous—the Chimera Ant variants around him began to glow, their bodies shifting, transforming as they moved towards him. The Scurabons crawled up his arms and legs, their exoskeletons reshaping to form protective plates that covered his limbs.

He could feel their strength merging with his, the power they granted settling into his muscles. The Hypnoveil Variant floated towards him, its glowing antennae wrapping around his head, forming a glowing circlet that pulsed with a soft, green light. He blinked, his vision suddenly sharpening, the details of the cave and his enemies becoming crystal clear.

Mikhailis grinned, the corners of his lips twitching upwards.

"No promises, Rodion." He could feel the energy coursing through him, the power that came from merging with the Chimera Ants. The Frog Variant fused with his boots, its slimy form melding with the leather, making them appear almost alive. He could feel the spring in his step, the added agility that made him feel like he could leap over mountains.

As the transformation completed, Mikhailis stood tall, his entire body covered in armor made from the Chimera Ants. He looked down at himself, then back at Elowen, who was staring at him, her golden eyes wide in surprise.

He flashed her a grin, raising his arms.

"Look at me, Elowen! I've become a Bug Hero!"

Elowen blinked, her expression caught between astonishment and disbelief.

"You... what?"

"A Bug Hero!" He repeated, his voice filled with excitement.

"You know, like those heroes from those old anime I love to watch!"

Elowen shook her head, a soft laugh escaping her lips.

"Mikhailis... You really are unpredictable..."

He winked at her.

"You love it." He turned his attention back to the Goblin Champions, his face growing serious.

"Alright, Rodion, analysis."

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Elowen turned, her eyes locking onto the weakened Goblin Champion. She moved, her sword glowing with magic as she charged forward. Her blade cut through the air, a brilliant arc of light that struck the Goblin's neck, the force of the blow severing its head from its body.

The Goblin's body fell, the ground shaking with the impact. Mikhailis let out a breath, his shoulders relaxing as he turned to face the second Goblin Champion. It was still standing, its eyes filled with fury as it faced Elowen.

Mikhailis moved, his feet light as he ran towards the Goblin, his daggers ready. He could see the way it moved, the way its eyes followed Elowen, its focus entirely on her. He grinned, the thrill of battle coursing through him.

"Hey, ugly!" he shouted, his voice filled with mockery.

"Why don't you pick on someone your own size?"

The Goblin turned, its eyes narrowing as it focused on him. Mikhailis could see the anger in its gaze, the way its muscles tensed. He knew he had its attention, and that was exactly what he wanted.

He moved, his body a blur as he dodged the Goblin's attacks, his daggers striking at its legs, its arms, anywhere he could find an opening. The Goblin roared, its movements growing more frantic as it tried to hit him, but Mikhailis was too fast, his body moving with a grace and agility that the Goblin couldn't match.

Mikhailis nodded, his eyes narrowing as he focused on the Goblin's right leg. He moved, his daggers flashing as he struck, the Goblin letting out a pained roar as its leg gave out, its massive form falling to the ground.

"Finish it!" he shouted, his voice filled with determination.

Elowen moved, her sword glowing with magic as she charged forward. Her blade cut through the air, a brilliant arc of light that struck the Goblin's neck, the force of the blow severing its head from its body.

The Goblin's body fell, the ground shaking with the impact. Mikhailis let out a breath, his shoulders relaxing as he looked at Elowen, a grin spreading across his face.

"Not bad, huh?" he said, his voice light, a hint of laughter in his eyes.

Elowen shook her head, a smile tugging at her lips.

"Not bad at all, Bug Hero." She stepped closer, her eyes meeting his, a warmth in her gaze that made his heart skip a beat.

Mikhailis scratched the back of his head, a sheepish grin on his face.

"Yeah, well... I guess I couldn't let you have all the fun."

She laughed, the sound filling the cave, the tension of the battle slowly fading away. Mikhailis looked at her, his heart swelling with a mix of emotions—relief, admiration, and something deeper, something he wasn't quite ready to name.

But at least.

He could feel that they are even closer in heart than before.