Subterranean Tunnels

In front of one of the many entrances to the ants' subterranean tunnels.

"I brought 75% of our forces—21 awakeners and 45 non-awakeners."

"Split up. Any group that finds the lair first will receive rewards—food, weapons, and the 'medicine.'"

"Send a message via satellite phone the moment you find it."

"Yes, Boss!"

Inside the tunnels.

Nanzhi held the small glass vial between her fingers, the flashlight's beam made the last amber drop inside shimmer.

After killing Big Fang, she looted his corpse for anything useful—and stumbled upon this.

Tilting the vial slightly, she watched the viscous liquid cling sluggishly to the glass before settling at the bottom.

Nanzhi thought of Big Fang's abnormal physique. She assumed it was due to his awakening power. But her instincts told her otherwise.