Seeing the Ancient Insect barely breathing and struggling to utter a single word, everyone felt a profound sense of unease.
The Alliance Director bowed solemnly and said, "Our Underground Alliance has long been indebted to you."
"Now, a civilization from the outer world has arrived, possessing seemingly more advanced technology; perhaps they have better medicine. We promise to allocate funds for your treatment."
"But if there truly arises some calamity, we hope you could extend a helping hand and offer protection..."
After a long pause, the Ancient Insect responded in a low and somewhat aged voice without much hope: [Yes.]
Then, it could no longer speak and fell into a deep slumber.
"Sigh, the condition of the Ancient Insect is worsening by the day..."
Standing alongside the altar was a craftsman, none other than the Master Craftsman·Lu Lun, who forged the "Earth Splitting Axe" and also inherited the Gear Civilization's traditions.
