Kikyo looked curiously at the various pieces of equipment in front of her, which were beyond her knowledge. She didn't know what these things were or how they worked.
However, Sebastian was able to build many buildings in a short period of time, a truly remarkable feat, just like he created a Battle Lab in an instant the day before yesterday. It was almost like magic.
"As expected of Mr. Sebastian…" At this moment, Kikyo praised him. She knew Sebastian was different, but she felt that his origins were even more mysterious. Still, she didn't want to delve into his background.
"Why are you here, Kikyo?" Sebastian asked.
"It's going to rain soon." At this, Kikyo was holding a paper umbrella in her hand and smiled at Sebastian, who was watching her.
Sebastian looked up, and the bright sunlight that had been shining just moments ago disappeared behind a layer of gray clouds.
"The weather changes quickly in the mountains," Kikyo said with a smile, indicating that she had come to give Sebastian an umbrella.
"I see." Sebastian nodded, then walked to the other's side, as if they were walking together.
"Sir found a maple forest," Kikyo said with a smile on the way home.
"I saw this forest from quite a distance," Sebastian replied slowly.
"Beautiful." Although it was only a remote mountain village, Sebastian truly felt a different kind of tranquility and beauty. Although the shimmering golden leaves were just part of an ordinary maple forest, it was a scenery he had never encountered in other worlds. This village might be a nice place to live, if there were no monsters.
"That's how Kaede got her name," Kikyo said with a proud smile when referring to her sister.
"Autumn is almost over," Sebastian raised his head to look at the sky. The cold wind blew through his body, but with his super physique, he couldn't feel the cold. "Why did you go hunting in such a dangerous place the day before yesterday?"
"The harvest in the village hasn't been good this year," Kikyo lowered her head, sighing with a hint of sadness in her eyes. "The activity of monsters is increasing, and there's already a shortage of food. It might be tough in winter."
In this era of war and chaos, it was normal for ordinary people to go hungry. But Kikyo quickly raised her head, her face brightening with a smile, her eyes full of hope: "I've already thought of a way, I'm sure we can get everyone through this winter!"
"Oh?" Sebastian asked curiously. "What's your plan?"
"I've taken on missions from other villages to eliminate demons, and I'll get a lot of food once the tasks are completed!" Kikyo said with a bright smile, like the rising sun.
Kikyo had possessed very strong spiritual power since childhood, and as she killed more monsters, her reputation grew. Indeed, she was occasionally entrusted with monster elimination.
"This time, maybe we still have a chance to meet the master," Sebastian said with a slight frown upon hearing her words.
Kikyo's master was the priestess of the exorcist family. As Kikyo's power grew, the priestess entrusted her with the Jewel of Four Souls for safekeeping and purification. However, this also led to a series of tragedies; it was the Jewel of Four Souls that set her life on a very harsh path.
"The strength of this monster is not weak," Sebastian said lightly.
"Yes." Kikyo nodded. "I've heard that several demon-slaying teams have been defeated. But if I play my cards carefully, I believe I can defeat it too. As long as we succeed, our village will be safe through the winter, and the rewards are very generous!"
A determined smile appeared on Kikyo's face, her eyes shining with resolve.
"I also have a method to help your village survive the winter easily," Sebastian said with a smile.
"Really?" Kikyo asked with curiosity.
"Give me authority over the village, and I will help develop it," Sebastian replied with a relaxed smile.
Kikyo was a little surprised; she didn't expect Sebastian to say such words. She looked at him carefully to ensure he wasn't joking.
"Mr. Sebastian, can you truly do that?"
"Of course," Sebastian said confidently.
"I'll go talk to the village chief right away." Kikyo soon brought Sebastian to the village chief's house and explained what Sebastian had proposed.
The village chief was stunned when he heard this, such a request was quite bold. But if it came from Sebastian, it was not impossible. They had seen Sebastian's unique ability to create tall buildings instantly.
Initially, some villagers thought Sebastian and his party might be monsters, but after Kikyo verified their identities, they regarded Sebastian and his companions as the village's saviors.
"Well..." The village chief hesitated because the current harvest was poor. If this continued, many might not survive the winter. Handing over the management of the village to Sebastian to ensure survival might be worth considering.
"Thank you very much." Sebastian smiled slightly and left the village chief's house with Kikyo, beginning efforts to develop the village.
Sebastian deliberately arranged for many engineers outside the mountain village. Pretending to be part of other troops, they started building new structures.
The engineers created by the system were far superior to ordinary workers in terms of skill and efficiency. It only took a few hours for them to build exemplary structures. Many dilapidated houses were transformed into sturdy, well-built homes.
These houses, originally constructed from ordinary wood, were vulnerable to cold and rain. But after renovation, various equipment, such as built-in temperature control systems, were added, ensuring warmth even in winter.
In just one day, Sebastian caused the village to undergo dramatic changes. Although the work was incomplete, within no more than three days, the entire village would be transformed into a modern city, something unprecedented in this world.