Chapter 5, Birth, Aging, Illness, and Death, Natural Order
Having just observed, the effect of the Force Fruit in enhancing cellular vitality did not show any significant improvement in the aging bodies of the mother cockroaches
At this moment, the sky was darkening, and the ordinary cockroaches residing on this peak began to emerge one after another, surrounding the warriors of the red cockroach tribe, observing and waiting
Eat, rest, eat, rest ... ...
Banbu faintly sensed that there were still faint remnants of the original force on the corpse, and he was unsure whether his current physical condition could withstand it
Banbu felt utterly powerless and helpless, deeply frustrated, no longer obstructing, watching as the mother cockroach disappeared while dragging the corpse.
The mother cockroach also waved her antennae, urging the speckled one, yet she herself was reluctant to eat. Instead, she dragged a corpse and walked outside. She intended to deliver the excess food to her daughters living on another peak
Eat, eat, eat ... ...
Then let it take its course
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Survival in the jungle, with the cold of winter and the heat of summer, is inherently a natural process that eliminates the weak, and there is no need to intervene
The cockroach fears strong light, so the striped cloth covers its head with a leaf.
One must grow up and evolve into a Force-sensitive being as early as possible in order to possess the ability to protect oneself and qualify for survival
Banbu immediately pointed at the decaying leaves on the ground, urging eagerly: "Eat, eat, eat..."
The mother cockroach, having eaten her fill, weakly sways her antennae, becoming even more feeble and fatigued. This is the effect of the primal force, enhancing cellular vitality, which has consumed a significant amount of energy.
Banbu completely abandoned the idea of snatching snake meat
In the memory of inheritance, when the wild fruits ripen and the leaves fall, the perilous winter will soon arrive, and the frail nymphs and the aged adult cockroaches will be frozen to death
Not hungry
Not far away, stepping into the biological sequence of the Force, the warriors of the red cockroach tribe, standing at the top of the jungle food chain, have yet to evolve to the extent of overcoming the inherent shortcomings of their race, lazily dozing off under the raspberry bushes
The spotted bamboo rat feeds in a very regular manner, consuming a bit of cockroach meat, and immediately turns its head to nibble on two bites of decaying leaves
The weak little cockroach faces not only the elimination caused by the changing seasons but also the predation from its natural enemies; a single misstep could cost it its life
Soon, an adult cockroach discovered the corpse of its kind. Without hesitation, it rushed forward and began to feast. Following this, four or five more cockroaches saw the scene and came forward to share the meal
After a moment of contemplation, Banbu suddenly realized that even a human civilization that possesses advanced technological knowledge cannot reverse the situation
Self-tasting first, the effect of the Force fruit on enhancing cellular activity is still present, and it is within an acceptable range
Return to the chamber beneath the stone and begin digging the soil
The crimson shell color, lying upside down, appears to grow askew against the ground, with buds of vibrant red flowers on the verge of blooming. As far as the eye can see, it is a sea of flowers, quite spectacular
Not hungry, eat, eat...
It is still determined to send food to its daughters relentlessly
Banbu confirmed that the residual force on the corpse would not pose a threat to life, and only then did he return to the nest chamber to continue excavating the other cockroach corpses one by one
The mother cockroach was perplexed, but unable to resist the repeated urging of the patterned one, continued to eat. Indeed, after consuming small pieces of leaves, she became invigorated and was about to head out, dragging a cockroach corpse behind her.
I am merely a humble cockroach nymph now, so why should I force it?
The striped cloth gently touched the mother cockroach's antennae with its own, conveying feelings of reassurance and concern
At noon, the striped cloth returned to its nest, after having a meal, it continued to lie on the rock basking in the sun, feeling its own changes, making a rough judgment, and immediately allowing its thoughts to enter a state of emptiness, avoiding the death of brain cells caused by pondering complex issues, thereby conserving precious nutritional reserves
Tree leaves can quickly replenish lost physical energy
Banbu stood at the entrance, urging repeatedly
Banbu simply hopes that this diligent and caring "mother" who has nurtured and taken care of him can live a longer life
Eat, eat, eat ... ...
Survival in the jungle is fraught with peril
A moderate body temperature can ensure that the body's metabolism is at its peak, thereby supporting the rate of growth
It is the best refuge, as the aura emitted by the Force-sensitive beings is sufficient to scare away birds, snakes, mice, and other animals that prey on cockroaches
After a prolonged stalemate, Mother Cockroach finally conceded and began to gnaw according to the demands of the Spotted Cloth.
The universe is natural, indifferent and harsh
Banbu had neither the energy nor the inclination to concern himself with the countless lives and deaths of his sisters.
Not hungry
Life, time, aging, death, natural order
Eat, rest, eat, rest ... ...
The black shell absorbs light and converts it into thermal energy, ensuring body temperature
After much effort, I finally unearthed the corpse of the cockroach buried in the soil
Wild fruits ripen, leaves fall gently, the nights noticeably grow colder, and winter is approaching
These cockroaches are all safe and sound
The mother cockroach responds
With sufficient food and suitable temperature, I should be able to complete my fifth molting in about five days
The residual weak energy from cockroach meat promotes genetic evolution, enhances cellular activity, and consumes a significant amount of physical energy. Consuming tree leaves can timely replenish the expended energy
Seeing this, the mother cockroach joyfully waved her antennae and helped to transport soil blocks out of the nest.
Upon further reflection, one cannot help but marvel at the wonders of nature; even the simplest forms of life strive to utilize their limited intelligence in pursuit of survival
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The daylight of late autumn is not warm
Before the arrival of winter, failing to undergo 9 molts and become a 10-year-old sub-adult may lead to one's own survival being at risk
Not hungry, not tired
The striped cloth urges the cockroach mother to eat
The spotted cloth immediately conveyed a sense of joy, standing by and observing
It is fine, no problem
The leopard cat lay lazily on the rock after a hearty meal, basking in the sunlight
The mottled cloth blocked the entrance, continuing to urge, while the scarce and monotonous pheromones could not explain the thoughts in its heart
Banbu carefully observed that there were no other creatures on the entire mountain peak except for cockroaches, and felt very secure about his safety
The last egg case that the mother cockroach nurtured this year has hatched, and the young cockroaches are now only 3 and 4 years old; they urgently need meat to grow.
Not in a hurry, but rather dragging a corpse out of the nest chamber and tossing it far away, then huddling at the entrance to observe
Cockroaches are primarily herbivorous omnivorous insects. A combination of plant and animal-based foods ensures a balanced intake of various nutrients necessary for growth, which is more conducive to their development
Not hungry, not tired
Upon closer inspection, it appears rather absurd
The mother cockroach was perplexed and somewhat anxious, as dragging the corpse of an adult cockroach to another peak was no easy task
Eat, eat, eat ... ...
In fact, in this area, there are many bold and clever cockroaches that dig a small pit in the ground during the day, bury their heads, and shamelessly expose their bodies to the sunlight, enjoying the warm rays.
Eat! Eat! Eat!
The striped cloth continued to observe and discovered that the warriors of the red cockroach tribe took off at dusk, diving into the vast jungle beneath the mountains to hunt. Their efficiency was high, and they quickly returned with two decapitated large snakes.
The numbers are overwhelming, and they are all strong adult cockroaches, leaving no opportunity for advantage