Taking Time

The fight was arduous, as any invasion of a villains lair ought to be; duly he felt pride in the defenses around his home, even if they didn’t last his followers deserved a raise.

He lifted his chin but did not rise to face the hero before him, “Finally come to take my head? You certainly took your time.”

To the dastardly man’s surprise, the hero collapsed to her knees,“Please, I need your help; teach me how to make friends.”