The reason Luo Shuangyue joined “Polar Night” was largely because she could leverage the organization’s power to search for traces of her missing mother.
Moreover, compared to typical villainous groups, Polar Night’s methods and habits weren’t as intolerable.
After all, Luo Shuangyue had grown up in a harmonious environment as a model student.
Truly committing crimes like murder and arson was beyond her—she simply couldn’t do it.
And even if she could, wouldn’t her parents give her a brutal “double-team scolding” once they found out after being rescued?
Let’s not forget—Luo Shuangyue’s mother was the strongest Magical Girl in history, with a sense of justice far stronger than most.
Meanwhile, from the fragments of information left by her father, Luo Shuangyue learned that the Magic Ministry also harbored corrupt elements who held a hostile stance toward “White Night.”
Relying on the Magic Ministry’s help to find her mother would be far too dangerous.
After this process of elimination, only one option remained: her father’s former employer, “Polar Night”—an organization her mother hadn’t outright opposed.
“An organization from Illusion Mushroom City…” Luo Shuangyue mused after hanging up the phone.
The world’s landscape had drastically changed since the era before the monsters’ descent decades ago.
Nations had dissolved, replaced by independent city-states scattered across the land.
The nominal leadership of these cities fell to the “Azure Union,” a council composed of representatives from each city, coordinating relations between them.
Stellaris City and Illusion Mushroom City were neighbors, so it wasn’t surprising that a villainous group from there would extend its reach into Stellaris.
In fact, given Stellaris’ current pitiful state—with only three rookie Magical Girls defending it—the only reason other cities’ dark organizations hadn’t moved in was fear of White Night’s lingering reputation.
But as time passed, some had begun to forget the legendary white-clad Magical Girl, slowly encroaching on her former territory.
Luo Shuangyue didn’t know much about the “Fang Serpent” organization.
As for Monis, her boss was a shut-in who buried herself in research, brilliant with technology but utterly inept at socializing.
The result?
Despite Polar Night’s long history, its strongest fighter was now Luo Shuangyue—a recent recruit.
Could you believe it?
“Flying blind… What should I do?”
Relying on herself to investigate Fang Serpent wasn’t feasible—Luo Shuangyue was painfully aware of her lack of social skills.
Was there any faction or person she could… borrow leverage from?
“Hmm… Hmm? Hmm!”
After three contemplative hums, a figure flashed into her mind.
Maybe she could turn to Xia Mo for help?
Xia Mo’s goal was to drive Fang Serpent out and reclaim the Seal Cards.
As a Magical Girl, she wouldn’t stand by while an evil organization infiltrated Stellaris.
At the very least, their interests aligned on this front.
The Magical Girls lacked combat power—something Luo Shuangyue (as “Mingdie”) could provide.
In return, she needed intel, which the Magical Girls could supply.
Teaming up with Xia Mo seemed like the best option…
Luo Shuangyue winced at the irony.
Just days ago, she’d threatened Xia Mo—vowing to target her loved ones if she didn’t quit being a Magical Girl.
And now, she was considering cooperation?
How shameless was that?!
“Ugh… But aside from her, I don’t know any other Magical Girls. It’s not like I can just waltz into the Magic Ministry for help!”
After much deliberation, Luo Shuangyue despairingly concluded that Xia Mo was indeed her only viable choice.
If only she knew the true identities of Lilian and Siam…
…Never mind. Dealing with those two brats would be worse than working with Xia Mo.
At least with Xia Mo, she knew what she was getting into.
Deep at night…
Luo Shuangyue quietly changed into the same outfit she’d worn during her last encounter with Xia Mo, then slipped out of her bedroom window, scaling the exterior wall to reach Xia Mo’s room.
After the previous “surprise visit” from Mingdie, Xia Mo had developed a good habit of closing her window before bed.
But to someone like Luo Shuangyue, who wielded magical powers, this was as effective as plugging one’s ears while stealing a bell—utterly pointless.
With effortless ease, she picked the window lock and climbed inside.
She’d expected Xia Mo to jolt awake like last time, but tonight, the girl seemed exhausted.
Even as Luo Shuangyue crept to her bedside, Xia Mo remained dead asleep.
Even light snores escaped her lips.
“She’s really worn out…”
A flicker of guilt passed through Luo Shuangyue’s eyes—but she steeled herself and pinched Xia Mo’s nose shut.
“Hn… Huh?!”
Deprived of air, Xia Mo stirred groggily, blinking bleary eyes at the shadow looming over her.
It took her a full ten seconds to process the sight of the white-haired, crimson-eyed girl beside her.
“Ee—”
Before Xia Mo could scream, Luo Shuangyue clamped a hand over her mouth.
“Keep quiet,” she hissed, eyes glinting with icy menace.
“Unless you want your friends to find out you’re a Magical Girl?”
The threat worked like a charm.
Xia Mo nodded frantically, signaling her compliance.
Only once Luo Shuangyue was sure she wouldn’t shout did she release her grip.
“You’re full of openings tonight. If I’d wanted you dead, you’d never have woken up.”
Xia Mo’s face fell.
She couldn’t argue—White Night’s brutal training had drained her to the point of collapsing the moment she hit the pillow.
But still…
Wait.
Why does Mingdie seem… less hostile than last time?
And why was she wearing the exact same outfit?
A terribly rude thought popped into Xia Mo’s head:
Does she only own one set of clothes?
No, no—that can’t be!
She immediately dismissed the idea.
What kind of high-ranking villain can’t afford clothes?
Clearing her throat, Xia Mo steadied her voice.
“So… are you here to threaten me into quitting as a Magical Girl again? If so, my answer’s the same: I won’t give up!”