“You said you suspected the Morsen Family was secretly colluding with the Necromancer, right? As a member of the Red Maple Kingdom, of course, I want to contribute.”
Su Nian’s voice echoed through the quiet study—clear, sweet, but resolute.
She straightened her back, her slender frame emanating an unyielding aura.
Moonlight filtered through the window, casting a faint halo on her stunning face, illuminating the worry and determination in her eyes with striking clarity.
That worry seemed like a sacred glow born from concern for her country and its people—so genuine and moving that one couldn’t help but believe every word she spoke.
‘Heh, hearing myself say that, I almost believe it too!’
Su Nian silently congratulated herself on her acting skills.
If it weren’t for needing to completely shed the jerk’s perspective, she wouldn’t have bothered crafting such grandiose reasons, nor would she willingly set foot in the perilous unknown of Mossenburg.
But then again… if she went to Mossenburg with him, that perverted jerk, Chu Tian, wouldn’t try some new trick to torment her, right?
Chu Tian’s deep gaze, like an abyss, silently watched Su Nian.
That look seemed able to pierce through all disguises, seeing every thought she had clearly.
Yet, after a moment, he said nothing, only giving a slight nod.
Though the excuse was a stretch, it was barely acceptable—at least on the surface, there was no obvious flaw.
Three years later, the demon race invaded, and countless lives were lost.
If Su Nian could experience some incidents related to the demons and the Necromancer beforehand—personally feeling the cruelty and darkness of war—
Perhaps it would awaken the potential deep within her, hastening her growth and granting her the power to protect herself.
After all—
Real combat is the best whetstone; only through the baptism of blood and fire can one truly transform into a qualified and powerful mage.
Chu Tian understood that this girl before him, though seemingly fragile, harbored astonishing magical talent.
Her rate of progress was unbelievably fast—surpassing even his own, who had the Annoyance Value System.
This extraordinary growth speed made him suspect Su Nian might possess a special system too, like the one he suspected… the Popularity Value System.
Perhaps she could boost her strength by gaining popularity as an idol.
Originally, he hesitated whether to keep Su Nian in Academy City.
After all, it was her familiar stage—maybe she could continue as an idol, gathering popularity and growing stronger quickly.
But now, it seemed going to Mossenburg with him might be a better choice.
That way, she could gain battle experience and be exposed earlier to the world’s dark side, preparing for the coming great war.
Of course, having Su Nian along would also make it easier for him to gain Annoyance Value, benefiting himself as well.
“All right, since you say so, let’s go together.”
After a moment’s thought, Chu Tian agreed to Su Nian’s request.
His voice was low and magnetic, carrying an undeniable authority.
It’s settled!
Joy surged within Su Nian’s heart.
The first step of the plan was finally underway.
Next, she just had to be careful and cautious—step by step, she would find the opportunity to uncover evidence of that despicable jerk Chu Tian’s collusion with the Necromancer and deal with him once and for all!
“However, if you want to come with me, there’s one more problem.”
Just as Su Nian basked in the joy of victory, imagining a bright future of freedom, the jerk’s deep voice was like a bucket of cold water, drenching her hopeful fantasies.
“What problem?”
Su Nian blinked sharply, instinctively asking, her voice tinged with caution and unease.
‘What trouble is that jerk up to this time? Has he changed his mind? Or… has he discovered my real motive?’
“Your identity and appearance are far too conspicuous for an investigation involving the Necromancer…”
Chu Tian spoke slowly, his gaze scanning Su Nian’s exquisite face, brows knitting in genuine concern.
“If you show up in Mossenburg, the newspapers and rumors across the West Continent will compete to report it—the famous magical girl idol, Su Nian, suddenly appearing in Mossenburg.”
“That would easily alert the snakes in hiding, causing our enemies to become wary and jeopardize our investigation.”
“I can just hide myself—wear a hooded cloak or something,” Su Nian said, but inside she was uneasy.
After all, she was a celebrity of the Red Maple Kingdom.
Even if she were wrapped head to toe, exposing only her eyes, she’d probably still be recognized.
If she were discovered in Mossenburg, that would be troublesome.
She definitely didn’t want to be surrounded by a mob of fanatic fans before the investigation even began—forget about gathering evidence, escaping might be impossible.
“Mossenburg is a border city, a bridgehead resisting the Monster Empire.”
“It is heavily guarded and full of all sorts of people. If you hide your appearance and behave suspiciously, you will draw even more suspicion.”
While speaking, Chu Tian opened the System’s shop interface, swiftly scrolling through the items as if searching for something important.
Su Nian pursed her lips, thinking this jerk actually knew a lot about Mossenburg.
But what he said made sense.
Mossenburg was like the Constantinople of this world, standing guard on the major peninsula of the Red Maple Kingdom against the Monster Empire.
It would be patrolled by vigilant soldiers everywhere.
Trying to hide would only raise more suspicion.
“Why not go openly as Magic Feather Fantasy?” Su Nian’s eyes lit up with a sudden idea.
With her current fame, going to Mossenburg under the name of Magic Feather Fantasy might allow her to pass without hindrance.
“Hmm, no, it’s too risky to investigate the Necromancer that way.”
However, she quickly dismissed the idea herself.
Are you kidding?
If she went as Magic Feather Fantasy, wouldn’t she have to bring the whole team?
Amy and Lise are just ordinary people—what if danger strikes?
How could she protect them?
This time, she had to find proof of that jerk Chu Tian’s collusion with the Necromancer in Mossenburg—she might even have to fight.
Although she possessed the SSS-level Eye of Temporal Reversal, she wasn’t sure if Time Reversal could revive others.
If her recklessness caused harm or even death to the sisters of Magic Feather Fantasy, that would be unforgivable.
Besides, going as an idol meant all eyes were on her—how could she investigate secretly?
Meanwhile, Chu Tian kept searching and finally found what he was looking for.
Among the dazzling list of items in the System shop, an item called [Cloak of Concealment] caught his attention.