After choosing to leave, they regretted it.

But I didn't expect that he even brought black tea and tea sets.

Aize blew away the hot air and asked helplessly:

"Generally speaking, do you drink black tea this late at night?"

"Normally not, but you don't like coffee and sweets, right? Then the only thing you can drink is black tea."

Aize said this when the two met for the first time and talked in a cafe.

I didn't expect that she actually remembered it.

As she spoke, Villian looked curiously at what Aize was writing:

"what is this?"

"After eliminating the old, weak, sick, and disabled who are unable to fight, the remaining personnel must be grouped according to their physical and racial conditions so that differentiated training can be carried out."

Those hybrids who were equally strong and powerful were simply thrown to Groot, who only needed to learn how to use brute force, and he didn't need to worry about them.

Those who are short and agile, or have excellent eyesight, are sent to learn archery, as well as camouflage, trap setting, tracking and counter-tracking, etc.

This way, the next time the village is attacked, they can better take advantage of the complex terrain.

Pick out a few people with magical talent and let them learn some basic spells, which can be used not only in combat but also in daily production and life.

As for the rest, those whose physical fitness is closer to that of ordinary humans will be trained by Aize in swordsmanship or saber skills.

"Besides, this is a village after all, not a military camp. We can't bring all the villagers here to practice combat all day long. If we do that, everyone will starve to death."

"So we need to select a few qualified individuals and focus on combat training to serve as the backbone of future battles. The rest will only receive regular training to maintain a baseline level so they can take up arms if something happens."

Villian took a sip of black tea and nodded:

"That's really thoughtful."

"Of course, fighting is never an end, but a means. For this village, as long as we can protect our current life, it is enough. The improvement of military power cannot undermine this premise."

As he spoke, Aize's hands did not stop, and a detailed list was soon completed.

He put down his pen and stretched. Villian seized the opportunity and asked:

"finished?"

"Well, it's done."

"Now that you're done, go get some rest. It's getting late."

"No, you should go and rest first. I still have a lot of work to do here."

"well?"

As he spoke, Aize leaned over, and in front of Villian's surprised gaze, he pulled out a pile of papers from under the table and slammed them on the table with a "bang".

"A specific training plan, village defense and patrol plans, fortification reconstruction, detailed maps of the surrounding terrain, selection and establishment of backup hiding places and supply depots, pre-set combat plans for different situations, and an evacuation plan for non-combatants—all of this needs to be completed."

Villian looked at the thick pile of papers in front of her and felt numb:

"Everything is done...so when do you plan to rest?"

"No need to rest, it's no big deal."

As he spoke, Aize had already started his new work, and the sound of the pen tip rubbing against the paper once again echoed in the dim cabin.

The witch blinked:

"Um...Aize, have you forgotten? We're leaving for Tafia early tomorrow morning?"

With Brian's arrival, the current situation of Tafia is unclear. It is necessary to take advantage of Alicia's purchase opportunity to find out the situation.

Alicia, unaware of the truth, readily agreed, but time was tight as she had to leave early the next morning.

That's why Villian was in a hurry to pull Aize to rest.

But Aize's idea is the opposite:

"Because we're leaving tomorrow, I'm in a hurry to get these things done. This way, they can take advantage of the two days we have to go to Tafea and back to do some things."

After a pause, Aize sighed:

"Whatever Duke Brian wants to do, it will inevitably lead to huge storms. By then, I'm not sure if I'll still have the energy to manage this village, so we have to act quickly."

As he spoke, he raised his head, looked at Violet Ann with a smile and said:

"I'm fine. I'm used to it. I rested well in the past few days and I'm full of energy now. There's no need to worry. Go and get some rest."

After saying that, he devoted all his attention to his work again.

Villian stood by with her arms folded, feeling helpless.

I wanted to knock him out and drag him to the bed, but I was afraid that this would ruin Aize's plan.

After thinking it over, she moved a chair from the dining table and sat down next to Aize.

"Let me help."

"Uh-huh?"

"Hmm, what are you talking about? I used to be one of the Thirteen Leaders, and I handled a lot of similar tasks. Besides, when it comes to things like magician training plans, I'm much more professional than you!"

Having said that, Villian took the personnel list that Aize had made earlier without saying anything, checked the relevant conditions of the magician candidates on it, picked up the pen and started writing.

This made Aize stunned:

"No, no, no, you go and rest. I can handle this by myself."

"No, come together."

Violet didn't even raise her head, but her tone was unyielding.

Ai Ze looked at Villian, who had already entered the state, and scratched his hair helplessly:

"We still have a long day of travel tomorrow. I'm used to it so it's okay. But what if you get tired?!"

"It's okay. If you can get used to it, I can get used to it too. And Aize, if you keep doing this, I'll really get angry."

As she spoke, the purple-haired witch put down her pen, slowly raised her head, and cast an extremely unhappy look at Aize:

"Remember what I said before?"

"How...how did you say that?"

"Whatever you're going to do, please take me with you."

This was what Villian said on the day they officially met.

"No matter what happens, I won't let you face it alone. If you need me, feel free to use me."

This is what Villian said before getting off the carriage when she attended the party hosted by Sheen for the first time.

As she spoke, the witch had even gone beyond being unhappy to the point of being a little angry:

"And what happened? What did you do? You wanted to handle everything on your own and never asked me for help unless it was absolutely necessary. The same thing happened when you infiltrated Tafia. You didn't want me to go with you at first because you were worried about the danger, right?!"

Basically, it was said.

Aize looked away guiltily, but the next moment he was pinched on the cheek and forced to turn back:

"What are you thinking? How do you see me... No, I don't really care what you think of me. Whether you dislike me or don't trust me, I don't care! But I want to help you, it's that simple!"

Feeling uncomfortable all over because of Villian's gaze, and with nowhere to escape, Aize seemed very embarrassed.

"...I'm not deliberately excluding you, it's just... well, I'm used to it, and it just happens subconsciously. It's really not intentional..."

I have been doing this for the two years I have been on the team, or even more exaggeratedly, throughout my entire second life as a hero.

Even if I want to change now, I just can’t wrap my head around it.

Villian looked at him, seemingly thinking about something.

Then he let go of her hand and sighed again:

"Then consider it as a plea from you, let me help you a little more, okay?"

It was clearly something that was beneficial to Aize, but her attitude was so humble.

This made Aize very puzzled.

It was true that she had freed Villian from her bondage, but was this alone really worth it for her to go to such lengths?

not understand.

But Aize understood what Villian was thinking at the moment.

I had originally wanted to take care of her, turn off the lights and go to bed, but I gave up the idea.

Because doing so would likely make Villian think she was a burden and further hurt herself.

It's a bit strange, but since she has said this, just go along with her.

Aize smiled bitterly and shook his head.

"In that case, I'll leave the magician training plan to you, as well as a detailed topographical map. Using an owl familiar to observe from above should make it relatively easy to create. I'll also be looking after backup retreat routes and hiding places."

"Well, leave it to me!"

Miss Witch nodded with a satisfied smile.

Aize thought for a moment and added:

"Also, if you bring any, could you please make me some coffee? Two cups. Something sweet would be even better."

Staying up late is standard.

Aize didn’t like these two things before because they were symbols, symbols of his sleepless nights, and the thought of them made him feel annoyed.

But now, it feels different when I have someone by my side.

It doesn't seem that difficult to accept.

Villian was stunned for a moment, then nodded vigorously with a smile:

"Well, leave it to me!"

Chapter 101 What else can I do?

Heidi's fragmented consciousness recovered from stagnation.

"Uu ...

Before she even realized what was happening, severe pain spread throughout her body, waking her up suddenly.

When he opened his eyes, he was still in the living room of Sheen's mansion.

It was late in the evening, and the living room was pitch black, with only a faint moonlight shining through the window.

At the same time, it was unusually quiet, with only the sound of my own heavy breathing, which was caused by extreme pain, echoing.

"Woo..."

I supported myself and tried to stand up, but the pain, as if every cell in my body was pierced by sharp needles, made this effort worthless.

After flapping twice, he fell back to the ground.

"Uh... why... the stagnation... was lifted..."

Stasis is one of the skills he possesses as a heavy-armored hero.

Once seriously injured or unable to continue fighting, time will stagnate until the surrounding enemies are eliminated or friendly forces arrive.

Why would it be lifted in this case?

While she was still confused, Heidi saw through her blurred vision a figure slowly and silently approaching her in the darkness.

There was not a single sound, just like a ghost.

Soon, the other party came in front of him.

But Heidi was lying on the ground curled up in a ball, and all she could see was the boots the other person was wearing, and she couldn't see his appearance at all.

"You... who are you..."

"It's really ugly, Heidi Yalter."