One by one, the snow-white Paisi birds flew from the north to the village of Liv.

They carry the Scout's message again and again, and the content is "no goblin enemy situation".

It was not until the afternoon of the third day that the reconnaissance force that arrived north sent back the last bird.

At the table and chair woven by vines in front of the village chief's house, Rodney spread out his hands to catch the Paisi bird, opened the letter and read it roughly.

"How? Commander. Jenny asked.

"There is no enemy in the territory anymore, the border guards are also heading north, and it will not be long before there will be sufficient border defense forces." Rodney closed the letter and said calmly.

But no one around him would remain as calm as he was, and the soldiers and villagers were all boiling.

The reconstruction of the house was largely complete, and two hundred soldiers gathered around Rodney to report in line.

As a token of appreciation, the villagers brought food as a treat.

"Haha, that's great news, Commander Rodney."

The village chief also returned at this time, and he was finally able to regain his magic today, going to the entrance of the village and the birch forest, using magic to bring the faded birch back to life and reweave the ruined vine wall.

The beautiful entrance to the village is arched with vines.

"Yes, it's good news for you and me, there is no threat to the village, I have completed the mission, and I can take the troops back to the royal capital."

"Banquet! Let's start the celebratory dinner! The sun is setting! Holf suddenly appeared, with the apron on his waist still stained with the residue of ingredients, "I have prepared the long table in the open space, the oil lamp on the pole, and the clean tableware~"

Everyone looked at Rodney expectantly, hoping that he would agree, a celebration, and a grand reception to express gratitude.

Rodney was silent for a moment, wondering if he was hesitating.

"Commander, since the mission has been completed, let's go back to the royal capital as soon as possible." Rupert saluted.

"It's getting late, and it shouldn't be too late to leave tomorrow morning," Jenny refuted Rupert, "since it's not an urgent task to go back, it's more convenient to march during the day." ”

"Before leaving, His Majesty's order is to go and return quickly, even at night, it is not necessary to march at a full speed."

"Of course, this is just a suggestion, and the commander is solely responsible for the march outside," Jenny saw Rupert a little displeased, she was not interested in arguing with the other party, and saluted Rodney, "Lord Rodney. ”

"Well, I think Rupert has a point, let's go now."

Rodney's words sent a frustrated voice through the crowd for an intermittent break.

Rupert snorted quietly, thinking that he had broken back a game, and Jenny was not suitable for leading troops and decision-making after all.

"After a long journey, after enough food and drink, and then leave tomorrow, the soldiers will have more energy, Commander Rodney."

The village chief stepped forward to persuade him, and with a light lifting of his staff, the fruit teapot on the vine table filled the three cups again, and he once again realized how convenient it was to restore his mana, just like a man with a broken arm who regained his hand... Cherish it in your heart.

"That's right, I can't finish the food and wine prepared this time without you." Horf emphasized.

The soldiers swallowed, even though they still had the food they had to treat.

In the three days since entering the village, every meal has been very delicious, and it is not at all comparable to the marching food, and the food at the banquet must be better.

But they did not dare to complain, it was a disobedience to the commander.

"No need...... Rodney waved his hand insistently, and at the same time looked left and right, "What about Xia Zuo?" Isn't he going to walk with us? ”

Everyone didn't know, and the village chief also shook his head.

"Ah, the guests have gone out to collect, and have been running out of the village for the past two days," said Holf, "and said that he would prepare a little more to collect before he set out, and this morning Rebecca took him to the woods in the remote places, and I told them to come back before dinner, and I guess it would be until then..."

As an exception, Horf helped Rebecca with the food preparation, and he could see that it might be more important to Rebecca.

"Xia Zuo is going to attend the dinner party?" Rodney raised his eyebrows, spread his hands and shook his head, "That's no way, I promised before, take him to the royal capital together, and when he returns, our army will also attend the dinner together." ”

"Wait, Commander, you mean to leave tomorrow morning!?" Rupert exclaimed, not expecting Commander Rodney to change his decision to march for the sake of an outsider he had just met.

"Yes." Rodney nodded resolutely.

……

"Gathering XP +12"

"Collect Level Up! Lv9→Lv10」

……

In the forest, Xia Zuo grabbed a "Qibu Golden Beetle" from the trunk of the tree, and the news of life skill upgrading came from the information area.

At this point, the collection can be completed in the blink of an eye.

The "Qibu Golden Beetle" has a hard shell and can erupt a hot liquid in its abdomen to defend against predators, which is very similar to the actual insect Qibu Beetle in Xia Zuo's cognition.

When he saw the first one in this forest, Xia Zuo didn't click to collect it, but touched it with his own hands curiously, and was defended by the beetle, but fortunately, his hand dodged quickly, and the hot liquid scorched the trunk.

The obedient Xia Zuo clicked "Collect", and after the progress bar was full, the hand automatically took the beetle down smoothly, and the beetle became very docile and stopped attacking... Also give experience points.

Combined with the encounter when riding a horse, those who have click options in the future should not be polite, Xia Zuo thought to himself.

Beetles are creatures, right? In the outside world, you need to eat to survive, but after putting it in your backpack, it becomes a prop, and you are still alive when you take it out again.

How long can it be sitting?

The herbs that were first collected in this world were still fresh when they came out of their bags - one of the grasses still had ladybugs on it.

Disturbed, it suddenly flew away.

So packing is more than just a "refrigerator". It's a pity that Xia Zuo tried and couldn't put things outside the definition of props, such as people.

"Your Excellency Xia Zuo..."There was silence for a long time, and Rebecca behind her suddenly shouted.

"Ah, it's getting so late," Xia Zuo hurriedly put back his belongings in his bag, "It's time to go back, Rebecca." ”

“…… There's something I want to ask you..."

When Xia Zuo walked by, Rebecca tugged at the corner of her clothes and said in a slurred voice.

"What is it?" Xia Zuo stopped, but this time there was no stalk in his head.

"Although the king is prosperous, I think... Liv Village is also a nice place... Food and clothing are worry-free, and without the interference of goblins, it will be very peaceful in the future......"

“…… It's very good, and the food is delicious. Xia Zuo scratched his face.

“... Are you really leaving? Rebecca asked.

"Of course you have to go," Xia Zuo looked puzzled, and there was no way to find the next clue if he didn't go, "Why do you ask?" ”

"......" It was almost dusk, Rebecca buried her head wordlessly, her hair hanging down, and Xia Zuo could hardly see her face clearly.

She recalled what Bella had said before, and she had seen the female officer named Jenny three times and twice in the past two days... is indeed extraordinary, maybe in terms of wisdom and beauty, she can't compare to her.

In the silent air, Rebecca could clearly hear the thumping of her own heartbeat, so obvious... Will the other party hear it too?

"Huh? ... It's time to go back, right? Didn't Uncle Blacksmith say there was a dinner party? Xia Zuo was looking forward to it.

I didn't see him know...

Rebecca breathed calmly, then mustered up courage.

"Your Excellency Xia Zuo! I think, I like you, and it is true that you have a better future when you go to the king, and it doesn't matter if you can't stay, but I want to know what you think, what do you think, my ......"

Rebecca confided a lot in one breath, and when she raised her head, her eyes were always dodging, and after she finished speaking, she was suddenly relieved...

Xia Zuo's movements suddenly stopped, frowning slightly. He heard it so clearly that he wouldn't ask it a second time.