"Hong Kong City Radio and Television Station brings you the broadcast."
"Regarding the recent Monster attack in the center of Hong Kong City, the Hong Kong Hero Association and Magic Girls squads from various regions have cooperated fully, and the affected area has been largely repaired."
"Citizens are requested to follow the instructions of the Hero Association staff when returning, and avoid dangerous areas to prevent unnecessary harm."
The car radio was playing a program, mostly about the repair situation in Hong Kong City.
Nan Xiaofeng silently reached out to adjust the radio, switching to a Magic Girl themed radio program.
But what came from the program was a voice that made her shiver all over:
"Good morning, friends in Hong Kong City~ I'm today's special guest, Xin Yuehu~"
"Did everyone pay attention to the big decisive battle in Hong Kong City yesterday? Fox Fox and Miss Inari gave it our all~"
"..."
Nan Xiaofeng originally wanted to switch off the radio immediately, but she was held down simultaneously by Lin Muyao and Hua Ling beside her.
"Hey! What are you two doing! I don't want to hear that stinky Fox Girl talk!"
"Quick, hold her down! Don't let her switch the radio!"
"Seatbelt! Seatbelt! Tie her up!"
There was a commotion in the back seat, and Red Zircon, sitting in the driver's seat, shouted expressionlessly at the three of them:
"Quiet down! This car can't withstand your antics!"
A somewhat old car drove on the Hong Kong City overpass, heading straight for Hong Kong City International Airport.
Zi Xuan sat in the passenger seat, smiling wryly as she looked at Hyacinth, who was firmly tied up with a seatbelt in the back seat, while looking ahead at Xin Yuehu's interview program on the radio.
Today was bright and sunny.
And she had also received a phone call she hadn't had a record of for ten years—
The contact name: 【Sister Qian Sui】.
Nan Gong Qian Sui, her sister with whom she had lost contact for ten years, called her to say that her plane would arrive in Hong Kong City this morning.
Direct flight to Hong Kong City from across the ocean.
This made Zi Xuan very excited. She immediately pulled Xiao Hong and two other companions along, and even Nan Xiaofeng and her two friends were brought along to Hong Kong City International Airport to pick her up.
However, Xiao Hong's car could only accommodate 2+3, so Hai Lan Shi and Gan Lan Shi had to take a taxi and agreed to meet at the airport entrance.
With such emotional support, even Xin Yuehu's voice on the radio became gentle.
Although that Golden Fox's voice had always been soft and sweet.
"Then, Miss Xin Yuehu, may I ask you a question?"
"Please do."
"We've collected some questions that viewers are eager to ask you, and the one at the top is—【What has been your purpose all along in troubling the Magic Girls】?"
"I see, just as I imagined."
The Fox Girl's light laugh,
"—It's fun."
"Catcat Rabbitrabbit and I gather together to act purely out of interest."
"We all find the process of picking on the Magic Girls very interesting, their reactions are also very interesting, and everyone is also very happy to see my series of antics."
"Perhaps... the Magic Girls are also enjoying it?"
The Fox Girl's joyful laughter came from the radio.
Nan Xiaofeng was firmly tied in the back seat by the seatbelt, staring expressionlessly at the overpass exit ahead.
The runway of Hong Kong City International Airport was already in sight, and the terminal building had also appeared in her vision.
Zi Xuan was excited, secretly clenching her clothes.
...
"It's really hard to park here!"
"It's lucky if you even find a parking space!"
Xiao Hong complained bitterly about the parking situation in the local dialect, and Zi Xuan smiled wryly, trying to appease her.
Nan Xiaofeng couldn't understand their encrypted conversation, and looked towards the bustling terminal entrance ahead.
Many people were entering, and many were leaving.
As an international metropolis and a rare free trade port, Hong Kong City International Airport has always been a transit hub and important transportation node for international flights, with an astonishing number of passengers.
"Oh, you guys came quite early."
A somewhat familiar greeting sounded not far away.
Nan Xiaofeng turned her head and met the gaze of two smiling girls who were greeting them.
Magic Girl Hai Lan Shi, and Magic Girl Gan Lan Shi, their true forms.
"Good morning, Lan Xi."
Xiao Hong waved and greeted Hai Lan Shi's true form.
"Are you also here specifically to pick up Zi Xuan's sister?" Nan Xiaofeng asked the girl behind Hai Lan Shi with some curiosity.
The calm and serene girl nodded.
"Yes, Zi Xuan specifically invited us to come."
Qing Ning nodded, saying helplessly.
As Magic Girl Gan Lan Shi, Qing Ning did not know Inari's true identity.
Or rather, only Xiao Hong in the entire squad was aware of these inside stories.
"What was your sister's flight number again?" Hua Ling asked curiously.
Zi Xuan thought for a while, then took out her phone and looked carefully.
"Hmm... It's expected to land at 10:30, still more than ten minutes. Let's go wait at the arrival hall."
The girls invited each other to go.
While waiting, everyone chatted idly.
Lan Xi and Xiao Hong asked Nan Xiaofeng about Xin Yuehu's series of troubles in Rong City, and the latter righteously denounced Golden Fox, causing Hua Ling and her friend to chuckle.
Zi Xuan and Hua Ling communicated amicably about the techniques of magic sniping and magic cannon bombardment, both seeming to have a lot of experience.
Only Qing Ning and Lin Muyao, who served as support, sat aside sharing tea from each other's thermoses, their eyes as calm as two old men out for a stroll.
After the Jörmungandr incident, the connection between the Magic Girls became closer.
The Maisui Squad also began a series of liaison activities with the Bai Lili Squad, which seemed to enhance their relationship.
At least, that's what they thought.
"Whoosh—"
The faint roar of the plane landing sounded.
The landing flight number broadcasted on the radio also explained everything.
"That's the plane!"
Zi Xuan excitedly stood up and scurried towards the arrival gate.
Everyone exchanged glances, smiled wryly, and then followed her footsteps.
Only Xiao Hong felt a little apprehensive.
She knew Zi Xuan's sister's true identity clearly.
Nan Gong Qian Sui, Magic Girl Inari, who had disappeared for ten years.
Xiao Hong didn't understand why she suddenly appeared on yesterday's battlefield, but since she was willing to appear, it meant she must also be willing to see her sister.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have sent that last timed email.
Zi Xuan was a little nervous.
Her sister, separated for ten years, what would she look like when they met again?
In ten years, she had grown up, and her sister had also spent ten years living abroad. Would she have settled down and started her own family?
What should she say to her? Long time no see? Or...
"Passengers, please exit the gate in an orderly manner. Welcome to Hong Kong City, and we wish you a pleasant journey."
The broadcast sounded.
Zi Xuan craned her neck, looking at the exit, eagerly anticipating the figure she hadn't seen in ten years.
Nan Xiaofeng and the others tacitly stood behind Zi Xuan, leaving enough space for the two sisters.
But when the petite Red Fox Girl walked out of the exit, dragging a suitcase, everyone's gaze paused for a moment.
Especially Zi Xuan, who stared blankly at the petite Red Fox whose height, even with her ears, was still shorter than her own, feeling a bit bewildered.
They said beast-kin developed slower than humans, but it couldn't be that there was absolutely no change from her memory of ten years ago, could it...?
"Zi Xuan!—"
Seeing the familiar silhouette of the girl from afar, the Red Fox Girl waved vigorously, her red fox tail swaying along behind her.
Zi Xuan was not stunned by the appearance of the person in front of her for too long, and quickly rushed towards her. The two sisters embraced in the hall.
"Sister! You're finally back!"
The girl's voice was tearful.
The Red Fox Girl, or rather, Nan Gong Qian Sui, gently embraced her sister, whom she had been separated from for ten years, lightly patting her body and back, which she could no longer fully embrace.
"Ten years, you've grown up, Zi Xuan."
Qian Sui whispered in the girl's ear.
Zi Xuan finally couldn't suppress her excitement and sobbed in the arms of the petite Red Fox.
Nan Gong Qian Sui opened her arms as always.
Although in her perception, she had just comforted her sister, who was reluctant for her to leave the country, to sleep the day before.
She saw the girls standing in a line not far away,
She saw the once-naive juniors, saw Hyacinth who had traveled all the way from Rong City, and saw the new generation of juniors who shone like stars in the giant beast battle.
"...I'm back."
Magic Girl Inari had completed her great mission.
Returning to her long-separated family and friends, returning to the city she once protected alone,
Her brilliant life—had just begun.