Domina glanced at her concerned kin and spoke.

"All right, the matter has been resolved.

Everyone, return to the dense forest and resume your posts.

" With a rustle, the spiders and spider transformed creatures obeyed her command, swiftly retreating into the thicket.

Spider archer, tier five, spider warrior, tier 4, giant spider hatchling, tier 1.

Fongghao quickly surveyed the names of the nearby spider beings.

Their tiers predominantly range from four to five.

And after inspecting several, he found none that had ascended to tier six.

Among the spider populace, the most numerous were indeed the giant spider hatchlings, each the size of a basin numbering in the hundreds or thousands.

It appears that a complete occupational system and division of labor have already evolved here.

Although termed spider transformed creatures, they bear no significant difference from those in ordinary human cities.

Belonging to a commanding species with substantial morphological variations.

Following Domina, Fongghao and the others entered the dense forest along the main path.

The spider forest environment remained remarkably preserved with sunlight filtering through the leaves, casting beams of orange light.

If it were not for the white spiderw webs festoned upon the trees, flanking the path and the giant spiderlings climbing upon them, it might have seemed an opportune moment to revel in the beauty of the forest.

Continuing along the road, the location of the webw weaver's encampment soon came into view.

A wooden wall towering 5 to 6 m high, crowned with a dome of white spider silk, stood before them.

At that moment, countless giant spiderlings were busily mending the webs that had been torn apart by dragon fire.

Before the encampment loomed a colossal ancient tree, its trunk is robust as a round table.

Its crown lush with foliage ensconced in white spider silk resembling a giant cotton candy standing sentinel.

Draped upon the trees webs were humanoid prey in sns snared in silk akin to white mummies twitching and writhing occasionally evidently still alive.

Fongghao furrowed his brow slightly.

The site before him inevitably conjured thoughts of a predatory intelligent race that regarded humans and orcs as mere provisions.

Were these creatures? Dominic cast a glance at the ancient tree, her voice remaining frosty, remarking that some goblins whom they had underestimated were responsible for the encampment's vigilant state.

If it were not for them, the lair would not be on high alert, nor would Domina left her words unspoken.

But Fong, how could discern the implication in her gaze? Had it not been for the state of alert, the spider archers would not have recklessly loose their arrows at the bone dragon, precipitating the current predicament.

Funhao chose not to elaborate.

His purpose for coming here was to pursue the map.

Even if the spider archers had refrained from firing those arrows, the confrontation would have been unavoidable.

Shifting his gaze from the mummies on the ancient tree, Fong Hao continued into the encampment alongside Domina.

The remnants of death's breath lingered in the air.

Yet the scene before them remained breathtaking.

White spiderwebs enveloped the entire encampment, resembling a suspension bridge connecting various nests of differing sizes, arranged in an aesthetically pleasing manner that evoked a sense of post-modern architectural beauty.

"It's quite beautiful here," Fungha remarked.

Domina offered no response, leading the group further ahead.

At the heart of the encampment stood a structure crafted from spider silk and wood suspended in midair by white webs.

Given its scale, this must be the leader hall.

The group treaded upon the web pathways and entered the building.

The structure was remarkably sturdy, devoid of the anticipated swaying sensation.

Inside, there were no seats.

Domina, with her imposing form, simply lay upon the ground, her gaze fixed upon Fong Ho and the others.

Well, you have completed your tour.

Perhaps it is time to discuss your intentions.

Doina stated coldly.

Doina, you ought to be aware of your circumstances.

A modicum of respect would render life easier for you and your kin.

Fong replied with calm detachment.

Domina's demeanor seemed to correlate with her low loyalty.

Yet Fong Ho felt it necessary to remind her to recognize her own situation.

A title may seem trivial, yet should one dare to defy his commands or entertain any treacherous thoughts, Fonga would not hesitate to eliminate her without remorse.

She would then be transformed into an obedient spectre, continuing to serve his interests.

Dominous gaze shifted subtly.

What shall I say? Then a simple address of Lord or Master would significantly ease our relationship.

Very well, my lord.

You have witnessed what I possess here.

Might you share your desires for our collaboration? Domina inquired, employing a respectful title while maintaining a tone of indifference.

Nothing too complicated.

I plan to develop a mind to the south.

And I will require your assistance when the time comes, Funghao replied, leaning casually against the silk wall behind him, exuding a nonchalant demeanor.

Develop a mind? What resources could possibly be found in this vicinity? Domina questioned her expression one of skepticism.

Rest assured, there are indeed mines in the area, and I can certainly take you to explore them when the time is right.

Can your kin manage the task of mining? Fong Hao inquired, directing his gaze toward Domina.

The spider swarm bore some resemblance to Fongghow specters.

Both possessed methods for rapidly producing units to gain an advantage.

However, while the undead converted skeletons, the spiders relied on their matriarch for reproduction.

Upon hearing Fong's proposal, Domin's brow furrowed slightly.

She turned to regard her formidable spider form and remarked, "Are you suggesting that we engage in the extraction of or such labor is not suited for our capabilities?" Chapter 286.

The onslaught of the Nolles, though Domina did not outright refuse.

Her words conveyed a sense of descent, whether it be the arachnids or the colossal spiders.

They excelled in weaving webs within the dimly lit caverns, but were ills suited for mining operations.

Ordinary spiderlings were solely adept at web spinning and lacked the ability to extract ore.

The arachnid archers and warriors with their massive spider-like lower bodies and swollen abdomen found it arduous to maneuver within the confines of the mines, rendering them unsuitable for the task at hand.

Moreover, the number of arachnid soldiers was limited, preventing their full deployment from mining duties.

Fongo shook his head and remarked, "You need not worry about this.

I will arrange for miners to undertake the extraction work.

However, the safety of the mining area, the transportation of the ore, and the maintenance of the equipment will require your oversight.

" This plan had already been validated with the pigheaded folk.

The labor skeletons would handle the mining, while the pigheaded creatures would manage the remaining tasks.

After all, who could match the efficiency of their own labor skeletons? Ah, that poses no issue.

When the time comes, you may bring the miners over.

I can arrange their food and lodging.

Dominide with relief.

The skeletons, of course, required neither sustenance nor shelter.

However, Fong Ha refrained from elaborating on this.

When the labor skeletons arrived, Domino would naturally comprehend the situation.

How did you come to engage in combat with the NLES? Fonggho suddenly recalled the NLES that had been hung up outside the camp.

Given that this place had already become an affiliated village, security needed to be insured.

Alas, domined softly and explained.

After ascending to the 10th tier, I began to devise a method to become a hero.

Due to my identity, I prepared some offerings to be sent to the eastern city.

Dominous tale was rather straightforward.

Her status was not recognized by the orcs, rendering her unable to utilize the merit trial grounds.

In her desperation, she arranged for substantial gifts, intending to curry favor in the eastern orc city to gain access to the merit trial grounds for her hero trials.

It was uncertain whether news had leaked or if it was mere coincidence.

But during the transport of the gifts, a confrontation ensued with the NLES.

Although her side emerged victorious, the Nolles, much like a persistent leech, continued to harass them intermittently.

Fortunately, within the dense forest, the Null's several attempts to attack had been ineffectual, even providing food for the mother queen spider, which would enhance the yield of spiderlings.

"Are you not the mother queen spider?" Fong Hao inquired, looking at Domina.

Domina was taken aback and replied, "Of course, I am not.

That is the layer of the mother queen spider.