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Chen Zhou, standing in front of Paul, had no way of knowing all the complexities in his mind.
According to the original plan, after returning to the mound, he was supposed to share the acquired information with Paul immediately, weave a simple vine armor for him, craft several long spears for throwing, make a weapon for close combat, and then find an opportune moment to launch an attack on the "45-yarders" and the Japanese.
But plans couldn't keep pace with changes, and this downpour disrupted all his arrangements.
He originally wanted to discuss the situation with Paul about the "45-yarders" and the Japanese while on the move, to make efficient use of the time.
However, the rain was so heavy that the accumulated water on the mound couldn't seep into the soil, forming little rivers flowing downward.
The pounding rain severely impaired his hearing; sounds he could usually hear from a kilometer away were now no different than for an average person.
