Zero appeared outside of the tower. He walked inside and found Hel sitting and reading a book. He walked over and asked, “What are you reading?”

Hel looked up and said, “This tower held quite a few books and there were 3 books on Norse theology. I’m reading about what humans thought about me.”

“Anything true in there?” asked Zero

“Well, the only true part was that I’m the goddess of the Helheim. Humans have a vast imagination some wrote me as a despicable manipulative villain who could even trick my father. I don’t even have any free time on my hands dealing with the souls of the dead and they expect me to be some mastermind.” said Hel as she shook her head as she chuckled and put down the book

“I’m curious about something you said Helheim right? I thought the Norse afterlife was Valhalla?” asked Zero

“You need to read up more on your myths. Although most of what is written are untrue you’ll at least get the locations right. Valhalla is where those strong and worthy of becoming demigods are taken. For the rest, they’re sent to my realm. I actually have 2 realms Niflheim and Helheim. Think of Niflheim as a frozen wasteland that leads to my other realm Helheim. Like how those 2 use pocket dimensions to cleanse souls I just use an entire realm.” explained Hel

“So you just make them show up in the first realm and walking to the other cleanses their souls?” asked Zero

“Basically. Enough of that I assume you’re here for Yoko correct?” asked Hel as she motioned for Zero to follow and led the way.

They eventually arrived at the room that Yoko was researching in. There were countless books spread arcoos the floor and Yoko sat in the middle looking at a crystal cube.

“What’s that?” asked Zero

“That item has been designated the name memory cube.” answered a voice that came out of nowhere

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“Hmm, so I guess this is the Aquilina that I heard about from Yoko.” said Zero

“Yes, my name is Aquilina. Registered user Hel will I be adding this individual to my list of authorized users?” asked Aquilina

“Yes his name Zero.” answered Hel

“Confirmed user Zero has been registered.” said Aquilina

“I’m curious about how you work I’ll have to check you out later.” said Zero as he looked around the room

“Just don’t break her or Yoko will be upset. So anyways here she is but she’s currently in her lust for knowledge mode so you’ll have to wait for an hour.” said Hel as she stepped over the books and found a chair in the corner.

Zero also found a chair and the 2 sat and waited for an hour. When the hour ended Yoko stood up and started to stretch and looked over in the direction of the 2 seated guests. Yoko had a confused look on her face as she asked, “When did Zero get here?”

“Oh, I got here a few minutes ago. I came to see you. I need to ask you a favor.” said Zero

“What is it? I hope it won’t take me away from my research.” asked Yoko with a skeptical look

“It’s nothing too big. I heard you’ve been teaching Mina and Hikaru about magic. So I was wondering if you cond teach 5 more students.” said Zero with a smile

Yoko’s skeptical look didn’t fade as she walked closer to Zero and said, “Explain” to his face.

“Well, I’ve resurrected 5 of the people who died and transformed them into witches and warlocks. I was hoping you would teach them magic along with Mina and Hikaru. If you do that then they’ll be able to teach the rest of the 3,000 individuals I still need to resurrect.” explained Zero with a smile

“You know it’s really irritating when someone increases your workload with a smile. Well, tell them I’ll teach them for 3 weeks on the basics of magi craft and magic. After that, I’ll give them some books and they should be fine. I can’t promise you more than 3 weeks so take or leave it.” said Yoko

“That’s fine 3 weeks should be enough and if they can’t learn it by then…” said Zero as he trailed off and smiled without finishing the sentence

Yoko sighed and said, “Whatever you’re thinking of doing to those 5 if they don’t learn in time you should stop it now.”

“Yes I agree it’s best to not mess with humans when they’re feeling down you never know what you could push them to do.” added Hel

“Fine fine I won’t do anything. So what are you guys going to do now?” said Zero

“Well, I left Nova to Iris on her world so I’ll head over to pick her up before taking her to the park. Want to come along?” said Yoko

“As for me, I have nothing better to do so I’ll just head back and attend Hammer’s class. I hear that girl Valna’s been going every day so I wanted to check it out too.” said Hel

“Okay be sure to wear the ring or you’ll end up killing Hammer by accident. I’ve got nothing to do so I go with Yoko and spend some time with Nova.” said Zero

Zero opened a portal to the hotel lobby and the 3 walked through. Hel broke off from the group and headed to the training room to find Hammer. Zero took Yoko’s hand and transported them to Nova’s world.

“I haven’t been here in a while since I’ve come here. This place brings back some memories.” said Zero

“Yeah I remember you tricking me into an unfair deal here.” retorted Yoko

“Okay, it seems you’re not going to tell me so I have to ask. What’s wrong? Are you upset with me?” asked Zero

“Everyone has wished me a happy birthday except you.” said Yoko