If it were in the real world, Johnny would definitely have veins popping out on his forehead.
"That's all you learned from me?! When did I teach you this?!"
"Establish a church!" The mimic insect was quite surprised, "Isn't that what the elder brother is like? First he joins the powerful and accumulates strength, then he establishes a church to expand his strength, and finally overthrows the government and seizes power."
"Then what's going on in your scene? Are you trying to establish a church?" Johnny asked angrily. He knew that his brothers might not be very bright, but they couldn't be so unreliable!
"It's to establish a church, and we're doing the initiation ceremony right now. You see, these people surrounding the circle are all dignitaries. I first found the name of a richest man on the Internet, and then hacked into his terminal and found his whereabouts."
"Then, I used my ingenuity and sneaked into his home." The mimic insect's tone was obviously proud, "After defeating his bodyguard, I told him that I am the chief priest of the Church of Doomsday. As long as he listens to me, I can give them power, and I can also eliminate his illness and make him live longer."
"The richest man believed in me, so I strengthened him with Infestor." Speaking of his pride, the mimic almost laughed out loud.
Johnny is now willing to hit people. If you do this, you will be exposed! Mimic bugs are latent and destructive, and latent is the key!
It was obvious that Johnny couldn't convey his anger at such a distance, and the mimic was like a child showing off his merits in front of his parents, talking enthusiastically.
"After this richest man named Masuk was infected, he helped me perfect the Church of Doomsday and also brought in all the dignitaries who have been building this civilization. Brother, I have penetrated very deeply now, including one-third of the senior government officials and one-quarter of the military leaders."
"..." Johnny was a little confused. How could such a stupid penetration method be so effective and produce results faster than him! There's something wrong with it!
"Is that guy named Masuk here?" Johnny interrupted the mimic's self-praising.
"Yes, yes, he proposed and invented this initiation ceremony. He said that only in this way can it be more ceremonial and make those who join fear and be loyal." The mimic insect shouted to the side, "Masuk, come here, my boss wants to talk to you."
The problem must lie with this man or bird named Masuk.
Infestor can improve the physical fitness of Infestor, making them smarter and stronger, and their cognition will also tend to Swarm.
However, this takes time! And even if the cognitive change is successful, the person Infestor still has his own subjective judgment. It takes the collective Swarm Network to subtly cultivate the loyalty of the person Infestor to Swarm.
Infestor, a cheap substance with less than one gram, can instantly change an intelligent species, which is not biological. Infestor, which can take effect within a month, is already amazing.
This is why Johnny's actions are so covert and slow, and he also expands his influence through speeches and churches.
A bird with blue and white feathers and gorgeous decorations came over. It was very humble, with its head lowered and making some religious gestures. It really looked like a devout believer.
"The great messenger of God, the most devout believer of God, Masuk greets you."
The mimic insect straightened its back and said seriously, "Well, devout believer Masuk, my eldest brother is very powerful. He is the being who was ordered to hatch by the great Overmind. Answer whatever I ask you, and you can't hide it."
"Okay, okay." Masuk's face showed a very excited expression.
"My eldest brother asked you why you chose to betray your own civilization. No, eldest brother, this shouldn't be a sign of my domineering attitude. As soon as I make a move, no matter who it is, everyone will bow to me. Are you impressed by my domineering power?" The mimic insect seemed to be quarreling with Johnny.
After coming here for a while.
"Okay, okay, I'll shut up. Masuk, my boss asked you why you betrayed your own civilization." The mimic insect who failed in the quarrel began to ask questions seriously.
There were also a series of question marks in Masuk's mind. He knew that it might be Swarm's senior management asking him a question, but this question was a bit strange.
When the mimic bugs found him, his health was already in poor condition. Even if genetic technology and artificial organs were used to extend his life for a long time, technology always has its limits. He was too old.
He has not yet made up his mind to abandon his body and become an intelligent person, because then he will not be able to enjoy the happiness brought by his body.
The mimic insect gave him health without asking for anything. To swear allegiance and betray civilization? Hesitating for a second would be disrespectful to his healthy body, and as time passed, he could feel that he was at least thirty years younger.
No, Swarm's senior management must have deep meaning when asking him questions. Maybe he was suspected because he was too active. He needs to be more active and loyal.
Thinking of this, Masuk said, "Great divine envoy, I have not betrayed my civilization. I am using my own power to contribute to my civilization. Everything I have done is to promote the great divine power to rule the universe."
"You are a smart man, and it seems that you have indeed figured it out." Johnny still used the mimic insect to communicate with Masuk, "So, you want to join Swarm by selling out your own civilization?"
Masuk immediately knelt down and lowered himself to the ground. It was hard to imagine how a bird could perform such a difficult action.
"I felt the power and power of God. I was almost dying of old age, but just a little gift from God's messenger allowed me to be saved. I am proud to serve such a great God."
Later, Masuk said a lot of words of reverence and allegiance. As long as the gods needed it, he would donate everything. He was just a devout servant of the gods. Even after Johnny had said everything, Masuk still insisted on calling Swarm the god.
On this bird, Johnny smelled the scent of Dr. Monka, the scent of a selfish, refined egotist. Such a person cannot be trusted, and he will betray anyone for the sake of profit.
Can't be trusted, but can be used.
"I will send a team to help you. Masuk, you must remember that whatever Swarm can give you, it can take away from you. Do good things for Swarm. One thing you said is right. Even if Swarm only gives you a little gift, it will benefit you extraordinary and even achieve immortality."
After some encouragement, Johnny made an arrangement. He was also preparing to expand his power. At the same time, he would increase his control over Masuk and brainwash him early to eliminate hidden dangers.
After hearing that he had achieved immortality, Masuk became excited and said loudly, "It is my duty to serve God!!"