The next morning, Luo You still smelled like roasted meat.
If it were anyone else, that scent wouldn’t have washed away in just a day or two.
But as for that little she-devil witch, after taking a bath, she was clean and fresh again—pleasantly fragrant.
“Auntie, you’re quite the playful one.”
Ji Yue was getting dressed.
Judging by last night, she seemed to have had a thoroughly enjoyable time; a charming flush lingered on her cheeks.
“Since you had your fun, why don’t you tell me what you think?”
“All right, all right~ what’s the question again?”
“How do you see the current state of the Magic Alliance? And how will the outside world react?”
If you asked a random passerby such a thing, they’d probably just call you crazy.
Luo You was tempted to brush it off, but since her aunt was so invested, she decided to say a few words.
“Well, from an ordinary person’s perspective… the rift between Xingyue and Manjusha Hua is pretty obvious. Mainly because the Magic Alliance suffered heavy casualties four years ago. Manjusha Hua, as the commander back then, must be more determined than anyone to stop the current Sea Boundary Tide.”
“As for Xingyue, she didn’t show up at all last time during the Sea Boundary Tide. That’s why Manjusha Hua is so antagonistic toward her this time.”
Ji Yue listened without a flicker of emotion.
So far, all she’d heard was obvious nonsense that anyone could have guessed.
“But still~ the question remains: how to get through this Sea Boundary crisis? Xingyue and Manjusha Hua must have their own considerations. No matter how big their differences, this shared understanding won’t change.”
Even four years ago, when Xingyue was absent, the group colluding with the Sea Boundary forces—despite having the Black Candle Giant Spirit as a trump card—failed.
Now, with both of the Magic Alliance’s top two leaders present, a direct clash would be like smashing eggs against a rock.
They won’t act without first gauging these two’s current strength.
“…An ordinary person would probably think like that, right?”
Luo You squinted slightly, her tone dark and eerie.
Ji Yue shivered and immediately asked, “Do you think those people might actually try a head-on clash? Do they even have the strength for that?!”
“Gee, how should I know? I’m just a regular citizen.”
Ji Yue instantly returned to a blank expression.
That little she-devil is going to get herself smacked one of these days!
“Go on.”
“Well, judging by how those countries behave, they’ll probably praise Xingyue wildly and belittle Manjusha Hua next.”
“That’s already started. Foreign news media are full of it.”
“Oh? Then let’s see if Manjusha Hua will endure those insults and still push to arrest people despite Xingyue’s pressure. That’s when the conflict will be at its peak.”
At this, Luo You stopped speaking.
Ji Yue understood she had said all she could; pressing further would be useless.
She slightly tilted her head, not looking at Luo You, and said, “Remember that female pervert I told you about who once assaulted me?”
“Hm? Yeah, I remember.”
Luo You nodded.
That was obviously herself—kind of embarrassing to admit.
Ji Yue still didn’t look at Luo You, instead staring toward her room, then continued,
“That female pervert’s personality and character are completely awful. The only thing she’s got going for her is her strength. If I asked her to help, do you think she’d agree?”
“How should I know.”
“Oh.”
Ji Yue slung her bag over her shoulder.
“I’m heading back now. Remember, don’t tell Zining I came here.”
There was a hint of guilt in her tone.
Looks like even Auntie knows it’s wrong to throw a barbecue party with her niece’s mother during such a tense time.
“Yaraya~”
After seeing Ji Yue off, Luo You leaned against the balcony railing outside the corridor, gazing at the scenery.
This was a straightforward move.
The next time she met her aunt, it would probably be in her identity as the Aurora Witch.
“Heh~ sleep now.”
Even though it was early morning.
If Zhizhi came by, it was better no one was home.
Luo You turned on the heater and flopped onto the big bed.
Sleepiness swept over her as she replayed the barbecue scene with her aunt in the bathroom.
So flavorful… roasted meat really is best after marinating, especially the breast and thigh meat—so tender… surpassing tofu, each bite bursting with salty, fragrant juice.
Next time, when playing with the magical girls, she’d switch up the sauce.
Knock knock knock——
Luo You heard a knock at the door.
It had to be that sneaky Zhizhi again.
Luo You turned over and buried her head in the pillow.
This time, she definitely wasn’t going to answer Zhizhi.
Even if that defiant girl came back, she’d ignore her just the same.
The footsteps outside grew closer to the door, crisp and measured.
Just from the sound, one could tell this visitor was a well-mannered lady from a good family.
…A lady from a good family?!
Luo You snapped awake.
Wait, who’s here?
That arrogant little brat Zhizhi definitely didn’t have this kind of refined air!
Knock knock.
“Are you there? Sorry for entering without asking first.”
“Xingyue?!”
Luo You opened the door, her mind full of question marks, only to have her face smashed right against a giant chest belonging to an older sister.
Wow~~ the feel, the scent—that was definitely Xingyue, who, despite being perverted and shameless, always pretended to be pure and virtuous.
Looking up, the face that greeted her was magnificent.
“Luo Youyou, how have you been?”
“Oh, I… I’m fine, fine.”
Luo You glanced behind Xingyue but saw nothing unusual, then looked back at her and suddenly her expression changed drastically!
“Did Zining cause trouble on the frontlines? Are they retreating? Wow! This serious? Tsk tsk, I knew that rebellious girl would never amount to anything—young and reckless, just causing you trouble. But you better not pull her troops back. She’s just a little dumb; her brain’s still the size of a normal person’s, though full of holes. If she’s causing trouble, just pull her from the frontlines—that way the young ones get a chance!”
Only at this moment did Luo You sound like a responsible parent, pleading with her daughter’s leader.
It was heartbreaking to hear, tear-jerking to see—a truly sympathetic parental heart.
Anyway, Luo You didn’t want that rebellious girl sent back.
Her rare free days would be ruined, and if that girl was pulled back, she’d be caught sneaking out two or three times a week, at the very least.
Still, she babbled on without getting to the point.
“No, you misunderstood. Little Red Riding Hood has been doing well. Although she’s a bit confused now, she’s still making progress. I’m simply here to check on you.”
Xingyue said this as she squeezed into the room and deftly locked the door behind her.
Luo You only smelled Xingyue’s fragrance slowly filling the room, and the atmosphere instantly turned strange.
“Youyou, how does it feel to become a magical girl?”
“Hm?”
“There’s nothing strange about it. Zhizhi told me before she wanted to recruit you, but I refused.”
“So you knew all along.”
Since that was the case, Luo You had nothing left to hide.
Xingyue’s visit wasn’t just a casual greeting; there was definitely something else.
Could it be that my magical girl talent has even caught Xingyue’s attention?
As expected of me!
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