It’s an overt scheme.
Absolutely an overt scheme.
Nan Xiaofeng sat silently at the dining table, eating her microwaved dinner, but her mind was replaying the magic communication she received when she boarded the subway.
Using Star Realm Magic for communication was the most common way to contact other Magic Girls.
Someone like herself, who directly made phone calls, was actually an anomaly.
…Should I go find her tonight?
Nan Xiaofeng looked up at the clock on the wall.
It was seven o’clock, still an hour before the time Xin Yuehu mentioned.
She told her to come alone tonight, otherwise, these shoes might stay on her forever.
Thinking about experiencing that feeling every day for the rest of her life, Nan Xiaofeng felt a strong sense of panic.
I must get it off!
But currently, the only person who could take it off was Xin Yuehu.
“Ah ah ah ah! So annoying!!”
Nan Xiaofeng groaned, clutching her head in distress, attracting Bai Ling, who was watching TV on the sofa.
“Xiaofeng? What’s wrong?”
“I’m fine! I just suddenly feel very annoyed!”
Nan Xiaofeng replied sullenly, picking up another chopstick full of food.
The stinging sensation also constantly reminded her that she had to find a way to get these shoes off.
Her father was still working overtime at the company today and wouldn’t be back until late at night, so besides Bai Ling, she was the only one at home.
Perhaps meeting Xin Yuehu was her best option, Nan Xiaofeng thought.
After eating the last bite of rice, the girl silently put down her chopsticks, took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind.
“Bai Ling, I didn’t bring my homework back, I’m going back to school.”
“Didn’t bring your homework? …You’re going to get it now, but…”
The White Sable Spirit was surprised that Nan Xiaofeng had forgotten her homework at school and said, puzzled.
“No buts, I’ll be back very soon. If you feel bored, go find Hua Ling and them.”
“Then be careful on your way.”
“Mm.”
Nan Xiaofeng changed into her sneakers, completely free of the discomfort she felt yesterday.
…But this brought an even stronger sense of unease.
If she let it continue, would she be able to fully adapt to it?
But if that were the case… what would the strange feeling it brought turn into?
Nan Xiaofeng didn’t dare to think, and quickly walked out the door, heading towards the community entrance.
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Seven forty-five.
Rongcheng Third College of Arts and Sciences, a certain science classroom.
The classroom was dim and empty, eerily quiet.
Su Tianqing sat on the podium with interest, maintaining her transformation into Xin Yuehu, controlling the chalk familiar to draw on the blackboard.
Exquisite chalk drawings formed on the blackboard, depicting Magical Girl Hyacinth holding a greatsword, and Magical Girl Iris controlling a magic cannon.
Adding the newly joined Magical Girl Nightingale, the portraits of the trio clearly appeared.
“Hmph, Ben Hu draws quite well.”
After a moment of self-admiration, Su Tianqing grinned, and with a wave of her hand, the exquisite blackboard drawing disappeared.
The Golden Fox turned to look at the empty classroom.
She had sent a magic communication to Nan Xiaofeng, asking her to meet here at eight o’clock.
She hadn’t notified the cat, because she was confident that Hyacinth would definitely come alone—I will offer a condition she cannot refuse.
If more than just Hyacinth appeared later, Su Tianqing wouldn’t mind letting those shoes stay on for a few more days.
But it was already seven forty-five… why hadn’t that kid arrived yet…?
“She wouldn’t stand me up, would she?” Su Tianqing speculated about Hyacinth with the worst intentions.
But as long as Hyacinth didn’t show up, it meant she could still endure it, so it would be better to let her continue wearing those carefully adjusted cute little shoes for a few more days.
Soon, a familiar magic sound rang in her ears.
The classroom door opened from the outside.
The sky-blue Magic Girl walked into the room, not holding a magic staff, and stared directly at her.
The Golden Fox froze for a moment, then her lips curved into a smile.
“You’re very punctual, Miss Hyacinth.” Su Tianqing clapped softly, smiling as she spoke.
The classroom was dim, but it didn’t affect the vision of the two Magic Girls, who were enhanced by visual strengthening magic.
“…I came alone, as you said.”
“I hope you also keep your promise and take this broken thing off.”
The Golden Fox narrowed her eyes, her face full of playful smiles.
“Heh heh heh… ‘broken thing’? Hearing you say that, you seem to dislike the maintenance device Ben Hu specially designed for you.”
“What maintenance device! This thing is driving me crazy!”
With heavy dark circles under her eyes, Hyacinth yelled at Xin Yuehu,
“I didn’t sleep well all night! I’ve been listless all day today! It’s all your fault!”
“Hmph… So you specifically came here to find Ben Hu to get it off, right?”
“Less nonsense! What exactly is your scheme?!”
Hyacinth gritted her teeth, trying to suppress the urge to rush up and grab her tail and beat her up.
Calm down, Hyacinth, calm down!
She needed her help! She couldn’t lose her composure over a few words!
The little fox smiled and jumped off the podium, pacing to Hyacinth’s front, tilting her head to look at her.
“Really? Do you really not want to wear it for a few more days?”
“…………”
Hyacinth shook her head fiercely.
Seeing this, Xin Yuehu stepped back two paces with interest, hugging her fluffy big tail to herself, stroking it while saying:
“Since Miss Hyacinth is so persistent… then, Ben Hu will fulfill your wish~”
“Tap!”
A snap of fingers.
Vast magic power bloomed around them. Hyacinth hadn’t even had time to react before she was swallowed by this irresistible force!
—Mindscape World, unfold!
A flash of white light.
Her vision brightened.
The surroundings changed from a classroom to a bedroom, with pink walls and ceiling, exquisite plush dolls everywhere, and even the carpet was a soft pink color.
A bedroom full of girlish charm.
“What… where is this…?”
Hyacinth looked around blankly.
The Golden Fox stood not far away, staring at her, saying with a light laugh:
“Welcome to Ben Hu’s Mindscape World~ This is a… lounge specially prepared for Miss Hyacinth.”
“Stop playing these tricks!” Hyacinth was a little nervous, subconsciously stepping back half a pace, and said loudly.
Who knew what Xin Yuehu was thinking!
She deliberately made herself come alone. Could it be that she never intended to remove the familiar for her, but simply wanted to do more bad things?
“Look at how anxious you are, do you need Ben Hu to help you with even such a small matter?”
After speaking, the Golden Fox raised her hand and waved.
A sharp stinging pain came from her foot, and Hyacinth screamed and fell to the ground, looking down at the familiar in horror.
Upon receiving its master’s command, the familiar immediately wriggled away, freeing her from a full day of stuffiness.
Nan Xiaofeng looked at this horrifying scene in astonishment.
But it was indeed as Xin Yuehu said, this was the most exaggerated skin care device she had ever seen, and its effect made Hyacinth herself feel incredible.
“How is it? The skin care service that comes with this child is quite thorough, isn’t it~?”
The Golden Fox casually put the familiar back into her magic space, and said to Hyacinth with a smile.
Nan Xiaofeng was a bit disoriented.
“What’s going on? …Why would… this…”
“Because this is what makes a Magic Girl! Look at what you were before? Can boat socks be considered a Magic Girl’s outfit??”
Su Tianqing paced to Hyacinth, who was sprawled on the ground, and leaned over to her.
Then, just when Hyacinth thought everything was over, Su Tianqing’s expression changed again.
A mischievous smile bloomed on her face.
“Since I’ve solved your problem, then next…”
The Golden Fox grinned, like a charming little devil.