The Witch's Imaginary Land: Redemption Comes After Sticking Together

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"But who can remain indifferent after seeing everyone's efforts? I'm not a robot, and I'm even quite sensitive."

Ariel sighed. She actually really enjoyed the days when everyone trained together, and how everyone encouraged each other towards a common goal, and in the end, they supported each other as they moved forward.

I don't know when it started, but everyone's goal quietly shifted from victory to something purer—not to let their teammates down.

Ariel knew that this mindset was wrong in a witch duel.

It seems wonderful, but it's actually a sign of insecurity—a lack of confidence in one's own teammates.

To put it bluntly, they believe that any mistake they make is fatal and will put the team in a dangerous situation.

But truly well-coordinated teams don't care if they or their teammates underperform; they have enough chemistry and the skills to make up for these mistakes.

It's like the top laner went 0-5, falling into a clear disadvantage.

The normal strategy of a dueling team is to play strategically to turn the tide. They know that even if they play poorly in the top lane, they can at least defend the tower.

Jiang Kehan ​​and her teammates would choose to have others come to support the top lane, because they were not confident that the top lane could defend the tower well.

“I know.” Jiang Kehan ​​looked at Ai Li’er, whose face still showed worry, and knew that no matter how much she tried to persuade her, she couldn’t sway her.

Because Ariel didn't have a clear understanding of her team members' potential, verbal reassurances wouldn't solve the problem.

Jiang Kehan ​​looked up at the lottery that had already begun, her little face gradually becoming serious.

Since words cannot change everyone's mindset, let's leave it to the battle and the flames. She believes that as long as everyone sees the reliability of their teammates, everything will be resolved.

So now, Jiang Kehan ​​actually hopes that they can encounter a strong opponent in the first match.

Ideally, it should be someone whose overall strength is neither too high nor too low.

"Now that everyone has eaten, let's take a look at the schedule for the upcoming match."

Wu Yuhan nodded and gave his seat to Qiao Wen.

She participated in the competition as a temporary team member, and according to tradition, she had to avoid any conflicts of interest during the first round of the draw.

Qiao Wen put her hand into the disordered cat ball and casually stirred the small ball inside, causing everyone present to hold their breath.

They all lowered their heads and looked at the floor in unison, their eyes filled with a mixture of excitement and contemplation, while worry and tension were the only expressions on the faces of Jiang Kehan's team.

Jiang Kehan ​​also lowered her head; this action was actually a unique ritual specific to witch duels.

There's a saying in duels where the draw is made without any reason, but people just follow it: the more you focus on an enemy you don't want to face, the more likely you are to draw that enemy.

So when it came to the draw later, everyone actually preferred to target the teams that were easier to bully.

But as this culture gradually spread, it also took on a provocative connotation, after all, why do you think I'm easy to bully?

In the end, apart from two teams with conflicts staring at each other, all other teams would look at the ground as a sign of respect.

"Whirlpool Society vs. Glass Club!"

Jiang Kehan ​​subconsciously breathed a sigh of relief. If the current school team were to directly face the Vortex Society's team, they would probably suffer a crushing defeat.

Is this good news? She couldn't help but wonder.

Before Jiang Kehan ​​could even relax, she was met with a slightly apologetic look from Qiao Wen.

She held up the two small balls in her hand and announced.

"Witch Academy vs. Wish Society!"

Jiang Kehan ​​and the others suddenly looked up and exchanged glances with the members of the Wish Society on the other side.

The expressions on the faces of the people on both sides were not good.

“Su Ying…” Jiang Kehan ​​looked at the leader of the Wish Society and couldn’t help but repeat the other person’s name.

This draw isn't great. Wish Club is a strong team that can compete for a top-three finish, but their team's strength is relatively even, so it's a bad draw.

For Su Ying, this was hardly a good draw either.

Based on the results of the academy's selection process, Jiang Kehan ​​and Li Hui are undoubtedly among the most powerful of the Little Witches.

And Ariel should not be underestimated.

But it wasn't too bad. Su Ying looked at Jiang Kehan ​​and the others, and a smile gradually appeared on her lips.

She chuckled and said to the other team members, "If I trade one for two and you still can't take care of the rest, I'll laugh at you for half a year."

In Su Ying's eyes, after eliminating the two threats of Jiang Kehan ​​and Li Hui, no matter how strong Ai Li'er was, she couldn't withstand a relentless battle.

Yes, she is prepared to drag the game into overtime to decide the winner.

This is Su Ying's usual tactic for dealing with situations where the entire team relies on one or two elite combatants.

Meanwhile, Ariel spoke up, saying, "We must defeat them in the official matches, otherwise..."

Looking at the Wish Society team laughing and joking, she said with some worry, "We might be eliminated in the first match."

Jiang Kehan ​​knew the situation was not optimistic, so she smiled and gestured for Ai Lier to analyze the specifics.

“Ariel, let’s be clearer. You are our coach.”

"We need you to develop the strategy."

Ariel stroked her chin, her eyes gradually regaining their usual composure as she spoke.

"With Kehan ​​and Li Hui on the team, we have a nearly 9% chance of winning in the official matches, but if we are unfortunately dragged into overtime, our winning percentage is less than 3%."

"So I think Jiang Kehan ​​will open the opening match, and the main matches will be handled by me, Li Hui, and An Meng."

Jiang Kehan ​​hesitated, though she knew this was the most likely arrangement to win, she still felt vaguely uneasy.

If we win this time, will everyone keep imitating this tactic in order to avoid making the same mistake?

Not to mention that the chances of others getting a chance to participate will become slim, intelligence can easily be uncovered after multiple battles.

This will increase the chances of victory for opponents with stronger cutting-edge skills, making it increasingly difficult for the school team to win as the competition progresses.

While Jiang Kehan ​​hesitated whether to speak up in rebuttal, Li Hui stepped forward.

She walked between Jiang Kehan ​​and Ai Lier and said something that surprised both of them.

"I won't be playing in the official matches or the opening match," Li Hui said casually.

“But we won’t lose either.” She reached out and touched Ai Qi’s head, smiling as she gave him strength.

"Ariel, don't you trust me? If we get into overtime, leave it to me to turn things around."

"I know you also want everyone to be able to fully demonstrate their abilities, and everyone needs to grow in order to win the championship."

Li Hui's smile gradually faded, and she looked at the others, saying this.

"I have everything!"

Chapter 255 I'll Take Care of Everything

If anyone else had said that, Ariel would have just laughed it off.

If Jiang Kehan ​​had said those words, she would have simply touched the other person's forehead and asked if Jiang Kehan ​​had a fever and why she was so confused.

But when Li Hui said those words, Ai Li'er felt relieved and had no doubts whatsoever.

Because she is Li Hui!

That uncrowned champion who held the top spot in the academy for three years without ever facing a challenger.

Even after Jiang Kehan ​​defeated Li Hui in the school team selection, the other people in the college still believed that Li Hui was the most suitable person for the chief position.

Some things aren't just about strength; more importantly, Li Hui's presence gives others confidence, something Jiang Kehan ​​can't do right now.

But Jiang Kehan ​​doesn't dislike him.

Looking at Li Hui's serious expression, a smile gradually appeared on her lips.

If this were the Li Hui that Jiang Kehan ​​first met, then Li Hui would never have come out and said such a thing.

Back then, she was a bit of a free spirit, always busy with something, and it was hard to find her even at the School of Arts and Crafts.

Now, Jiang Kehan ​​is actually even happier that Li Hui has stepped out of his feigned indifference and aloofness and taken the initiative to shoulder responsibility.

Jiang Kehan ​​clutched her chest, suddenly feeling that all her efforts had paid off, which prompted her to nod firmly and ask on behalf of Li Hui.

"Does everyone agree?"

The others exchanged glances. Although the tension was still there, they seemed much more at ease and smiled slightly.

"Of course we have no objection. Besides, someone has vouched for us even if we fail, so why can't we take a gamble?"

An Meng shrugged and said, her eyes gradually filling with a fighting spirit as she looked towards the Wish Society team.

"I don't think they are much more noble than us."

Looking at everyone's expressions, Ariel gave a helpless smile and said.

"While having fighting spirit is a good thing, we must not underestimate our opponents."

"Then let's arrange it this way. Jiang Kehan ​​will still be in charge of the opening match, and your opponent should be Su Ying."

Ai Li'er analyzed for Jiang Kehan.

"After all, for us, to win, we must try to finish the match in the official stage, making the 5 points in the opening match crucial."

"So either you or Li Hui will be playing, and according to Su Ying's intelligence, if they want to be confident in overtime, her target for a one-for-two exchange will definitely be you and Li Hui."

Jiang Kehan ​​nodded seriously; this was an almost unavoidable dire situation.

Ariel stroked her chin, gazing at Su Ying on the other side, and slowly spoke.

"Since she's so smug, we should give her a good slap in the face."

"Kehan, you must win."

“Leave it to me,” Jiang Kehan ​​said, patting her chest. “Su Ying’s poison works on both herself and her enemy at the same time. I’m confident I can defeat her.”

Ariel still cautiously offered a reminder.

"Better safe than sorry. After all, as a spellcaster, Su Ying must have prepared a lot of spells that can make her more powerful after being poisoned, just like your previous tactic of using the same source as the enemy."

Jiang Kehan ​​smiled and took out her staff.

"My strength has changed a lot, and I won't let you down."

After hearing Jiang Kehan's affirmation, Ai Li'er looked at Solita and Nuoxi.

"In official matches, besides myself, I want to have Solita and Noxi play."