As the 170 drones spread out across the clearing, the transformation began swiftly.

The Enhanced Bloodline Mutation Potion, made from 500-year-old Centennial Blood Ginseng, was incredibly potent, and its consumption brought about an aura and visions far stronger than those of the Basic Bloodline Mutation Potion previously consumed.

A strange, powerful golden-red Spiritual Qi surrounded the drones, casting a peculiar glow over every corner of the illusion array.

With the appearance of this phenomenon, an immensely strong and violent aura began to erupt from within the drones!

Under this violent power, there was no gradual progression—only life or death!

Perhaps due to the sheer strength of the potion, as the medicinal power activated, one drone after another burst and died.

In just an instant, more than twenty drones perished.

This made Qi Ping's heart twinge with concern.

The success rate of transforming into Tier Two is much rarer than during the first transformation; crossing a large tier is not so easily accomplished, and succeeding at half the original rate would be considered good.

Previously, during two transformations of the bee swarm under the effect of the Beast King's Blessing, the success rate was about four out of over fifty.

Assuming a half success rate, if six out of 170 drones could transform successfully, it would be quite an achievement, and there might even be none.

But because these 170 drones were elite soldiers meticulously selected over a year, with Qi Ping participating in the selection, plus the attributes amplification from the Bee King's uniqueness, Qi Ping held some extravagant hopes for the final success number.

In Qi Ping's expectations, if more than seven or eight succeeded, it would be a success!

Yet the opening had already dealt Qi Ping a heavy blow.

Even the Bee King seemed to subconsciously tense its legs, clearly not at peace on the inside.

Fortunately, after the initial deaths, the pace of deaths suddenly slowed, allowing Qi Ping to secretly breathe a sigh of relief.

Finally, in the first stage of the potion entering the body, 120 drones withstood the violent demonic power, while 50 drones burst due to being unable to bear it.

"Achieving this success rate in the first stage is already much higher than during the initial transformation, and to withstand the violent medicinal power of the Enhanced Bloodline Mutation Potion to this extent shows the formidable quality of this batch of drones."

The effect of selection was also evident in the first stage.

"Next comes the second stage..."

Second stage: Bodily transformation, morphing into complete mutated organs or bodies!

The intense transformation began instantly!

"According to the experience from the first transformation, the death rate at this stage is two-thirds, and given the increased difficulty of this transformation, the death rate is estimated to be even higher..."

The results proved that Qi Ping's predictions were correct for the second stage as well—82 drones died!

Ultimately, only 38 drones survived this stage!

Upon receiving this result, Qi Ping's expression darkened a bit; this death rate wasn't great!

And according to the Spirit Beast Cultivation: Demon Insect Chapter, the mortality rate in the next third stage is the highest, and it's much higher!

Thus, the final number of successful transformations is very uncertain!

This result caused Qi Ping's heart, which he had previously set at ease, to lift again.

However, what comforted Qi Ping was that among the 38 drones that survived the second stage, there were some mutated bee kinds that stood out.

Among them were two bees covered entirely in Blood Armor, exuding a bizarre aura.

Similar transformations had occurred during Qi Ping's first bee swarm transformation, but had failed at the last step.

"I didn't expect the Blood Armor Bee to appear again, and this time there are two, with a far stronger aura than during the first transformation..."

"I wonder what the talent of the Blood Armor Bee is; hopefully this time at least one of the two will succeed?"

Qi Ping was quite curious about the talent attributes of the Blood Armor Bee.

Aside from the Blood Armor Bees, two bees covered in dark golden and emerald armor respectively also caught Qi Ping's attention.

Because the strange glow on their bodies was as intense as that of the Blood Armor Bees, they could almost be called the three magnates of color, and Qi Ping couldn't help but notice them.

In addition to these three, there were those with six wings, super strong antennae, giant stingers, almost covering everything...

Of course, the most delightful surprise for Qi Ping was that the Brewer Big Belly Bee seemed to have reappeared, but it seemed a bit different, making Qi Ping hesitant to confirm.

"Better wait and see the final result; no matter how strong they appear now, it's all in vain if they don't survive the last stage..."

The third stage of transformation was the longest.

Qi Ping watched as one bee after another perished during the third stage, feeling anxious yet helpless.

After waiting anxiously and with anticipation for a long time, Qi Ping finally received the final results.

Eight bees' auras completely stabilized at the early Tier Two!

Upon receiving the final result, Qi Ping finally breathed a complete sigh of relief!

"Eight!"

"Eight drones successfully transformed into Tier Two!"

This success rate was almost identical to Qi Ping's prediction.

"Looks like the elite selected for transformation over a year and the effects of the Beast King's Blessing were still effective!"

This success rate was actually quite extraordinary because, according to the Demon Insect Cultivation Manual, having three out of 170 succeed would be considered lucky, already above average.

And a whole eight succeeded in transforming!

This was not only due to the Beast King Druid Talent Skills, but also to the swarm's own efforts!

"Overall, the results aren't bad!"

Qi Ping was quite satisfied with these results.

The Bee King and the surrounding swarm, too, showed emotions of joy.

Their tribe now had seven types of Tier Two bees!

They thought transforming one or two kinds would be impressive, but now they had a full seven kinds!

The Little Spirit Fox and Little Flower Demon didn't understand fully, but sensing Qi Ping's and the bees' joyful emotions, they too showed smiles on their faces, happy because Qi Ping was happy.

"Next, let's check the strength of these eight bee kinds..."

"Let's hope for another pleasant surprise!"

In the following days, Qi Ping busied himself with testing the traits and talents of these eight mutated bee swarms.

And when the final results came out, a deeply satisfied expression appeared on Qi Ping's face.

Among these eight Tier Two bee types, there were two Balanced Bees, a must-transform bee kind. No matter how things turned out, it was worthwhile, with combat power and honey-making ability both intact, a very orthodox Golden Marrow Bee.

Among the remaining six, there were three various types: stealthy Scout Bees, strength-enhancing Mountain-moving Bees, and the more familiar Highly Poisonous Bee to Qi Ping.

Among Scout Bees, Mountain-moving Bees, and Highly Poisonous Bees, the Mountain-moving Bee, with its clumsy movements and obvious weaknesses, contrasted sharply with Scout Bees and Highly Poisonous Bees, which had significant roles.

Although Scout Bees had mediocre combat ability, they possessed super strong perception and the ability to conceal their aura, perfect for Qi Ping to probe dangers and act as sentries, offering full functionality.

The Highly Poisonous Bee's venom remained potent; as long as it could inject venom into the enemy and the quantity was sufficient, the vast majority of living beings of the same level couldn't withstand it.

Finally, the three bee types that surprised Qi Ping the most were also those that drew his attention the most in the second stage—the three magnates of color!

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