The clan members couldn't help but whisper.
A new way to control Insects?
Doesn't that mean that the control of Insects can be mastered by outsiders?
The clan members were a little uneasy, and Shiron also thought of this.
"Mushi-Hime, is this alright?"
"What could be the problem?" Miki said.
The control of Insects relies on Chakra. Insects themselves are brainless, but they have conditioned reflexes, and Chakra's role is to trigger these reflexes.
By controlling the actions of Insects based on different Chakra fluctuations.
But besides that, there is another way to trigger the behavior of Insects.
Pheromones.
Unlike the clan members who need Chakra to instruct each Insects, this method only requires commanding the lead insect to secrete pheromones, and the other Insects will naturally follow the lead insect's instructions.
This will save a lot of Chakra, indirectly increasing overall strength.
This includes Miki's deciphered altruistic pheromones, selfish pheromones, synergistic pheromones, aggregation pheromones, trail pheromones, marking pheromones, alarm pheromones, evacuation pheromones, standby pheromones, and sex pheromones.
As well as the activation methods for these pheromones.
Miki had no use for this stuff.
But for the clan members, it was very useful.
To what extent was it useful?
"Mushi-Hime, will this method really not be mastered by outsiders?" Shiron meant that they wouldn't even be able to learn it.
"Chakra control takes precedence over pheromone induction." Miki said, "There's no need to worry about it being mastered by outsiders, and besides, they can't master it."
"The clan's secret insect summoning is an application based on this, an altruistic pheromone that can induce and stimulate insects receiving the signal to come here to feed or lay eggs and stay."
With that explanation, the clan members had some idea.
"Moreover, this means that the clan's insect swarm will no longer be controlled by just one person, but can gather in one place and accept one person's command."
What does this mean…
In the past, Insects members could only control their own, not others' insects.
This means that one person commands, and the other three do not need to command in battle, only to be responsible for hatching the insect swarm.
Truly bringing the strength of four people together, and the more Aburame clan members there are, the larger and more terrifying the gathered insect swarm will be.
Instantly, Shiron realized the value of the scroll in his hand.
He couldn't help but grip the scroll tightly.
Father was right!
The Mushi-Hime will become the most dazzling existence in our clan's history!
She will lead our clan to resound throughout the Ninja World!
At that time, the Aburame's sense of presence…
Even if it's just an elite Jonin, that's an Aburame elite Jonin!
The middle-aged man's mouth twisted, and he secretly smiled.
With abundant Chakra, and the help of several clan members, will I still be just an elite Jonin?
Shiron's mouth spread into a grin, revealing his teeth.
A complete turnaround!
Not only Shiron thought of this, but the clan members also thought of this point, and couldn't help but look at each other.
If that's the case, for the Aburame clan, group combat is the optimal solution.
There is no other way.
Ryoma knelt on one knee, looking down at the floor, his face dejected.
Is this the Mushi-Hime the clan members have been looking forward to?
As expected, she is so strong that it makes people despair…
He had high talent since childhood, but in the eyes of the clan members, he could never compare to the Mushi-Hime.
Now she easily made the clan truly strong.
And he could never do such a thing.
"Learn it as soon as possible."
At this moment, Miki said.
"Ha!" Everyone responded in unison.
"How long do you plan to kneel?" With one hand propped on her chin, Miki asked casually.
The Mushi-Hime's anger had subsided.
Instantly, the clan members thought of this, and one by one, they stood up.
Ryoma still wanted to stubbornly kneel, but was pulled up by a clan member next to him.
"I'm tired." Miki said, "Anything else?"
"Mushi-Hime, if we do this, will there be any problems with the Sandaime?" Shiron asked.
Miki looked at Shiron, he was a clan leader after all, a former clan leader, he wouldn't be unable to figure out such a simple question, right?
Shiron winked at Miki, although his sunglasses covered his face, his face was twitching.
He was asking for the clan members.
Mainly for some youngsters who couldn't figure it out.
Miki glanced at Ryoma.
"What could be the problem?" Miki sneered, "In nature, some insects form a symbiotic relationship with trees. Insects help the immobile trees clear pests, clear nearby vegetation that blocks sunlight and nutrient intake, defend against and repel animals that attack the trees, manage cleanliness and prevent diseases, and even hunt animals and plants to fertilize the trees, helping them grow strong."
"And the trees must provide shelter from wind and rain, as well as an endless supply of food!"
"Neither can do without the other, but if the insects die, the tree can attract another batch of insects, and if the tree dies, the insects can find new trees."
"Even insects understand this principle, you wouldn't not understand it, right?"
"Our relationship with Konoha is just such a symbiotic relationship, and what does it have to do with the Hokage to be in symbiosis with a tree?"
"Let's do our own thing and let the tree grow strong."
Symbiosis with the tree?
Ryoma's pupils trembled…
"Hmph, finally, how everyone sees us depends on how we act. How do we establish ourselves in Konoha? By being ridiculous, smiling and fawning over others?"
"How ridiculous!"
"Why do you think we are established in Konoha? Of course, it's the strength of the clan!"
"Why did Elder Shiyū want us to integrate into Konoha and deliberately disperse the clan members?"
"That's because we weren't strong enough! We could only humbly fawn over others in a ridiculous way!"
"To exchange for a place for the clan to survive!"
"And now that we have strength, why should we live under the watchful eyes of others, speaking cautiously?"
"If they fear us, isn't that just right? Just continue to live as we always have."
Ryoma bowed his head deeply.
And there was an important reason that Miki didn't tell him.
She didn't want to be Hokage, and couldn't be Hokage. This was something that had been agreed upon between the clans a long time ago.
But some things, it's not just about how you think, you also have to take action.
A terrifying Mushi-Hime who was full of bad tastes in the hearts of the villagers and liked to feed people insects would obviously not become Hokage.
And Tsunade, who had gained a lot of reputation in Konoha Hospital, like an angel, kind and beautiful, was suitable to be Hokage.
Although Tsunade had a bit of a short temper, it was harmless.
"Ha!" Everyone responded in unison.
"Seriously…" Miki slumped back, leaning against the chair, and muttered softly, "So tired…"
"Mushi-Hime!" Uncle Shiron called out.
Her eyelids twitched, Miki sat up straight and looked at him.
"You are already the clan leader, you need guards." Shiron said, "This boy Ryoma is good!"
You're doing this on purpose, aren't you!
"Although Mushi-Hime, you are terrifyingly strong, you still need a bit of prestige in the Village. Look at the other Shinobi Clans' leaders, which one isn't imposing?"
Miki looked at Ryoma and then asked, "Just this one?"
"Shikuro!" Shiron called out.
An honest-looking boy walked out, looking at the Mushi-Hime and shrinking his neck.
"Shikuro is the same age as Ryoma."
This little fatty looked a bit anxious.
He looked like a mature seventeen or eighteen-year-old.
However, he was more pleasing to the eye than Ryoma, who looked like 'I'm the coolest and most arrogant'.
"That's all?" Miki asked.
"Yui."
A girl wearing a hood walked out, she looked only about twelve years old.
Can such guys really be brought out as a display of prestige?
"I don't want them!" Miki waved her hand, disdainfully saying, "They all wear sunglasses, they're so ugly."
Hearing this, the clan members silently adjusted their various sunglasses.
"How about, wear masks?" Shiron said.
"Hmm?" Miki hummed in question, "Do you think my words are useless? How about, I give the clan leader position back to you, and then you can order me? Uncle Shiron."
"You decide!" Shiron immediately said.
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