Chapter 344 Observing the Mantis 5
Chapter 344 Observing the Mantis 5
The sun shines through the dense treetops and sprinkles on the ground, forming a patchwork of light and shadow. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying walk side by side on a hidden path, with a bit of caution and curiosity on their faces. Since coming to this strange world, they have experienced countless challenges and adventures, and each exploration is like opening the door to a new world.
This time, their goal is to observe a legendary creature - the mantis insect race. It is said that this insect race not only has amazing speed and strength, but also has extraordinary wisdom and camouflage ability. It is a hermit in the jungle and a research object that countless explorers dream of.
"Brother Lin, look over there!" Zhang Ying suddenly stopped and pointed to a pile of dead leaves not far ahead. Lin Zhi looked in the direction of his finger and saw a slender mantis insect lying quietly there. Its body blended perfectly into the surrounding environment and was almost unnoticeable without careful observation.
"It's incredible, its camouflage skills are so real that they are indistinguishable from the real thing." Lin Zhi exclaimed softly, approaching cautiously for fear of disturbing the hermit in the jungle.
At this moment, a slight noise came from not far away, and then the figures of the two brothers Wang Jun and Wang Kai appeared in sight. They had obviously also tracked the traces of the mantis insects, and their faces were filled with excitement and anticipation.
"Brother Linzhi, Brother Zhang Ying, you are here too!" Wang Jun greeted them warmly, but his eyes never left the mantis insect for a moment.
"Yes, we just happened to meet each other. It seems that this observation operation will not be boring." Lin Zhi responded with a smile, secretly feeling fortunate to be able to travel with Zerg brothers. Their joining will undoubtedly increase the safety factor of this expedition.
As the four approached, the mantis seemed to feel threatened, and its body trembled slightly, ready to enter a fighting state. However, at this moment, a more shocking discovery made everyone hold their breath.
Under the pile of dead leaves where the mantis insects ambushed, there was actually a small nest hidden, in which several newly hatched mantis insects were wriggling around, looking extremely fragile and helpless. This scene made everyone present feel pity, and made them realize that even powerful creatures are so fragile at the beginning of life.
"It seems that we have disturbed a mother." Zhang Ying said in a low voice with a hint of respect in his tone.
Lin Zhi nodded and signaled everyone to step back and give the mantis enough space. "We shouldn't disturb their lives. Let's stop the observation for now."
Just as the four were about to leave, a burst of hurried footsteps came from not far away, and then the four Zerg brothers and sisters - Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua, Li Li, as well as Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan also rushed to the scene. They also had curiosity and excitement on their faces, and were obviously attracted by the legend of the Mantis Zerg.
"It seems that we have arrived at the right time." Li Ming joked, scanning the crowd and soon noticed the vigilant mantis insect and its cubs.
"No, we are too late." Lin Zhi shook her head and told everyone what she had just discovered.
Upon hearing the news, everyone showed regret on their faces. But soon, they cheered up and decided to transform the unfinished observation into a deeper exploration and understanding of the jungle ecology.
"Although we were not able to observe the mantis insects up close, we discovered their living habits, which is also a gain," Wang Kai said optimistically.
"That's right, and we have so many brothers and sisters together. No matter what difficulties we encounter, we can face them together." Li Li echoed, with a firm light in her eyes.
So, the group continued their adventure, full of curiosity about the unknown and awe of life. In this jungle of the Zerg world, they were not only looking for answers, but also looking for themselves, as well as the fearlessness and courage that belonged to adventurers.
The light shines through the dense treetops and onto the ground, forming patches of light. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying walk side by side on the path in the forest, their expressions both serious and full of expectation. Since crossing into this world, they have not only learned to adapt, but have also gradually become an indispensable member of the Zerg society.
This time, their goal is to observe a very rare Zerg creature - the mantis. Mantises have a very high status in the Zerg world. They not only have powerful combat capabilities, but also have unique wisdom and social structure. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying hope that by observing mantises, they can further understand the operating mechanism of Zerg society and provide more clues for their expedition.
The two brothers Wang Jun and Wang Kai were also traveling with them. Wang Jun was tall and strong, while Wang Kai was agile and good at reconnaissance. The two were responsible for keeping watch along the way to ensure everyone's safety. The four brothers and sisters Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua and Li Li followed closely behind. They each had different skills and were Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying's right-hand men in the Zerg world.
Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan are Zerg friends that Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying met shortly after they traveled through time. They are proficient in herbs and medical knowledge, and provide solid logistical support for the team's expedition.
As they went deeper into the forest, they gradually sensed an unusual smell. There was a faint fragrance in the air, which was a unique sign of the mantis territory. Lin Zhi signaled everyone to slow down and approach the destination carefully.
In an open meadow, they finally saw the legendary mantises. These creatures were slender, brightly colored, and their eyes sparkled with wisdom. They were busy carrying food in preparation for the coming rainy season.
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying watched quietly, not daring to disturb them. They noticed that the division of labor among the mantises was very clear: some were responsible for hunting, some were responsible for building nests, and others were responsible for taking care of the cubs. This high degree of organization and cooperation made Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying deeply admired.
Wang Jun and Wang Kai were responsible for recording the behavior patterns of the mantises. They described in detail the body shape and movement characteristics of each mantis. Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua and Li Li used their own skills to try to find more information about the mantises from the environment.
After a period of observation, Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying discovered that there seemed to be a special way of communication between mantises. They convey information through body language and specific sounds, and this way of communication is both efficient and accurate. This made them realize that the complexity of insect society is far beyond their imagination.
As everyone was immersed in observation, a huge mantis suddenly appeared in their sight. This was a male mantis, with brighter colors and a stronger body. Its appearance immediately attracted the attention of other mantises, and everyone stopped what they were doing and began to circle around it.
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying realized that this might be a ritual in mantis society, so they decided to continue observing to see if they could get more clues.
As time went on, the male mantis began to show off its fighting skills. It waved its sharp front legs and challenged the surrounding mantises. Each attack was precise and powerful, causing the surrounding mantises to retreat. However, just as the male mantis was about to win, a female mantis suddenly appeared in front of it.
Although the female mantis is not as big as the male, she is more agile and smarter. She cleverly uses the terrain and the surrounding environment to engage in a fierce battle with the male mantis. This battle not only tests the strength of both sides, but also their wisdom and strategy.
Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying watched the battle nervously, realizing that this might be an important opportunity for them to understand the social structure and fighting style of mantises. They carefully recorded every detail, fearing to miss any important moment.
Finally, the female mantis successfully defeated the male mantis with her intelligence and excellent fighting skills. She became the new owner of this territory, and other mantises showed respect to her. Seeing this scene, Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying could not help but be impressed by the courage and wisdom of the female mantis.
Through this observation, they not only understood the fighting style and social structure of mantises, but also had a deeper understanding of the complexity and diversity of the Zerg world. They realized that only by continuous learning and exploration can they better adapt to this strange world.
Today, their goal is to observe an extremely rare mantis - the color mantis. This mantis not only has the ability to change color according to the environment, but is also said to have extremely high intelligence, a rare wise man in the insect world.
"Linzhi, are you sure we are not on the wrong road?" Zhang Ying stopped and looked around. The dense trees blocked out the sun, and the sunlight could only barely penetrate the gaps, casting mottled light and shadows.
Lin Zhi stopped and took out a simple map from his pocket. It was drawn according to the instructions of the Zerg brothers. He compared it carefully and nodded: "Yes, it is here. Wang Jun and Wang Kai said that the colored mantis likes to live in the deepest part of this ancient forest."
They continued walking, and soon they heard a slight rustling sound coming from the front. Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying looked at each other and approached cautiously. After pushing aside the bushes, they saw a colorful mantis lying quietly on a branch, its color almost blending into the branch.
"This is the colorful mantis!" Zhang Ying lowered his voice, his eyes flashing with excitement.
Linzhi took out the telescope he carried with him and carefully observed this amazing creature. The wings of the colorful mantis had complex patterns that changed with the colors of the surrounding environment, as if it were part of nature. Its eyes were bright and deep, as if it could see through everything.
"Its color changes are amazing," Lin Zhi exclaimed. "We have to find a way to get closer to it and see what's so special about it."
Zhang Ying nodded and took out a bottle of special Zerg bait from his backpack. This was made according to the suggestions of Zerg brothers Wang Jun and Wang Kai, and it was said to be extremely attractive to colored mantises.
They carefully placed the bait not far away, then stepped aside and waited quietly. Time seemed to stand still, with only the leaves swaying gently in the breeze.
After a long while, the mantis finally moved. It slowly approached the bait and looked around cautiously, as if to make sure there was no danger. When it finally stretched out its front legs and gently touched the bait, Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying held their breath.
At this moment, the colorful mantis suddenly stopped moving and tensed up. It seemed to sense something was wrong and turned around to look in the direction where Lin Zhi and Zhang Ying were hiding.
"Oh no, it discovered us!" Zhang Ying exclaimed in a low voice.
Lin Zhi reacted quickly, he grabbed Zhang Ying, and the two retreated quickly and hid in a bush. The colorful mantis drew a graceful arc in the air and chased them at an astonishing speed.
"Hurry! We have to leave here!" Lin Zhi shouted while running.
They passed through the woods and jumped over the stream, with the colored mantises chasing them. At this time, Wang Jun and Wang Kai arrived with the four Zerg siblings Li?, Li Ming, Li Hua, Li Li, as well as Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan.
"Linzhi! Zhang Ying! Come with us!" Wang Jun shouted.
They quickly reunited, and Wang Jun and Wang Kai led everyone to a hidden cave. The colored mantis chased to the cave entrance, but suddenly stopped, as if it was afraid of something.
"Huh...finally safe." Zhang Ying slumped on the ground, breathing heavily.
Lin Zhi also breathed a sigh of relief. He looked at Wang Jun and Wang Kai gratefully and said, "Thank you for arriving on time."
Wang Jun smiled and said, "It doesn't matter. We Zerg brothers should help each other."
Li? also came over: "Brother Linzhi, Brother Zhangying, are you okay? We heard from Brother Wangjun and Brother Wangkai that you were looking for colored mantises, so we came together to help."
Lin Zhi nodded: "Thank you, we are fine. This time it is really thanks to you."
Li Ming looked at the cave entrance curiously: "Why don't the colored mantis dare to come in?"
Wang Kai explained: "There is a powerful insect creature living in this cave. Although the color mantis is smart, it dare not provoke it easily."
Li Hua exclaimed: "This world is so wonderful, there are so many magical creatures."
Li Li also nodded: "Yes, we will explore more unknown places in the future!"
Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan stared at each other, and a bright and confident smile appeared on their faces at the same time. That smile seemed to penetrate the layers of fog and illuminate the road ahead full of mystery and challenges.
They knew that the thrilling adventure they had just experienced was only the beginning of their long journey in the Zerg world. In this vast, strange and colorful world, there were countless unsolved mysteries and obstacles, quietly waiting for them to explore and solve.
Perhaps in the far distance, there is an ancient and mysterious relic buried deep underground; or in some unknown corner, there grows a rare plant that can give the Zerg powerful strength. However, no matter what unknown things are waiting for them, Hua Yuan and Zhang Yuan are fully prepared, and with courage and determination, they embark on this journey full of infinite possibilities without hesitation.
Because they firmly believe that as long as they work together and move forward courageously, no difficulty can stop them from moving forward. Those areas they have never set foot in and enemies they have not conquered will become the most valuable experience and wealth on their road to growth. One day, they will stand at the top of the Zerg world, overlooking this land that once made them feel awed, and feel extremely proud of their achievements!