Chapter 242

Chapter 242: The Reveal, You Are Already Magical Girls

In the Weibo picture.

Chu Yuanqing’s natural features were as delicate as a painting. She was eating a soft croissant gracefully and elegantly, chewing slowly and quietly. Due to her age, her features and skin appeared somewhat youthful, adding a cute charm, like a small animal eating.

From this angle, Charlotte looks very charming.

The little idol’s eyes are a deep brown, hiding a sparkling beauty, but in the camera, they look like melted amber, shimmering and rippling, sweetly alluring, and her lips are lovely, curling up in a way that makes the world feel gentle, with a tipsy beauty.

Well, it’s no wonder that the adorable daughter takes photos so quickly; with Pure White Witch’s treasure-like looks, editing would only distort the pictures too much, belonging to the magic of allure.

Just two minutes after the photo was sent out, many followers, fans, and even those with more complicated interests rushed to comment, eagerly beginning to admire their little idol’s stunning beauty.

The crowd’s intuition is always quite frightening; among the large number of fans, not only are there those like Leeuwenhoek who instinctively notice that the green-eyed cat has evolved into a green-furred cat, but others have also sensed something off about Chu Yuanqing and started to fill in the gaps with their imagination.

[Isn’t the key issue the question of dominance and submission? Honey Qing is clearly a number one! Great Devil is just a golden retriever in front of our Honey Qing!]

After the comments went awry, they were soon filled with various imaginations, sparking a fierce battle among different CP fans; the Sakura Party argued fiercely, trying to assert their dominance, while fans of the Golden Retriever x Cool Widow raised their flag of contrast.

In the end, the Liuli Cat fans embodied the noble spirit of their leader, adopting a grand strategic approach, deciding to watch the battle from the sidelines and reap the final victory, allowing the onlookers to smell defeat early on.

Chu Yuanqing didn’t notice the storm in the Weibo comments; since the lantern’s efficiency reached 9%, its effectiveness has improved a lot, and this frequent "fan donations" no longer cause it to feel overwhelmed, shaking with a pleasant jingling.

Well, I guess the fans need to double their support, or maybe only after going on stage, the huge amount of willpower they give back will make Chu Yuanqing feel something is off.

Chu Wang Shu quietly browsed Weibo; she noticed Honey Qingfan’s strange comments, and the younger members of the group and Honey Qing’s pairing were almost twisted into knots, which she was already used to.

The marketing tactics of girl group auditions easily get the fans very excited.

Besides, everyone really gets along well; in a normal audition, how many can turn into a true group of good friends? This kind of strong friendship, which is more precious than gold, is often misunderstood on screen.

The cute daughter has a rather vague understanding of same-sex relationships; she is more in the middle, neither liking nor disliking it. Her ideal type is someone like dad, who is handsome, gentle, quiet, but reliable.

Of course, if he were like young dad, a calm and quiet pretty boy, that would be even better.

As for the type of girl she likes?

A girl cannot be like dad; she should be someone like Honey Qing or Sister Charlotte!

Chu Wang Shu isn’t really focused on her views about dating yet; in her mind, being an idol means no dating, and even if she doesn’t do well in the "Dazzling Stage" competition, she must focus on her studies and work hard to earn money.

Although she did not know why her dad was so amazing and yet had such a tough life, there must be a deep reason behind it, which is why he had not told her.

When the cute daughter woke up, her mind was filled with everything Charlotte had said. She accepted that her dad was once very powerful and a savior, and she was trying to imagine the twists and turns of that story.

In the end, she came to one conclusion.

That is—become a magical girl!

Yes, Charlotte and Little Qing clearly knew a lot; they were both magical girls, which meant that only people like them could know about monsters, the Pure White High Wall, and her dad. This made her goal clear.

So…

How can she become a magical girl?

This was the problem the cute daughter was troubled by after waking up. She didn’t feel comfortable asking Honey Qing, because the last time, she had said not to ask too much, which meant there were strict secrets in the magical girl department.

But Sister Charlotte should be okay. What she said yesterday clearly fell under the category of secrets, yet she revealed everything to her.

In other words, she is privileged, or rather, a very powerful magical girl.

Chu Wang Shu is very clever. She thinks there are two reasons why Sister Charlotte would say these things to her.

First, Sister Charlotte is a junior of Dad and is saying these things because it was Dad’s idea.

Second, Sister Charlotte really has a close relationship with Dad. She doesn’t want to see him as someone who lives a hard life quietly, so she takes the initiative to tell Chu Wang Shu the truth.

Therefore, if she wants to become a magical girl, the easiest way is to ask Sister Charlotte!

The lovely daughter understood everything, but she still felt a bit hesitant. She thought it would be too much trouble to ask a big sister she just met for such an important thing.

Although… she strangely felt that Charlotte was familiar and kind, and she probably wouldn’t refuse her request, it made her feel even more shy.

It’s like a child who is used to being independent and has a high sense of self-esteem. Even if they have admiration for their elders, they still don’t want to easily ask for help.

Chu Yuanqing noticed her daughter’s thoughts. She reached out to touch her lovely daughter’s soft hair, thinking that the child was still troubled by what Charlotte had said yesterday, and she felt a bit guilty.

——The world’s crisis, the truth of the high walls, the identity that Father has hidden for over ten years…

These pieces of information, which are completely different from the past life, flooded into my mind like a heavy rain overnight, making me feel lost and unsure of what to do.

The other little idols feel the same way. Even though they have regained some memories from the first playthrough, they are now just ordinary girls and have no reason to accept this information as normal.

The more Chu Yuanqing thought about it, the more sorry she felt. Lost in the joy of reuniting with Charlotte, she had overlooked such an important matter. She looked at everyone and said seriously:

"About what Charlotte said yesterday, you all don’t need to worry."

Chu Yuanqing didn’t say that those things were false, nor did she say that Pure White would last forever, and she certainly didn’t say that the disaster beast was a minor crisis. She simply looked at everyone, smiled, and made a promise:

"No matter what happens, I will protect you."

The cute daughter gazed blankly at Honey Qing’s smile.

It’s so strange; Honey Qing should feel more like a gentle mother.

As the thoughts flowed, she suddenly caught a whiff of her father’s scent, like when she was a baby, cradled in his gentle arms, and a strong sense of safety filled her entire being, comforting all her worries.

Xie Qingxuan, Kirimi Miyuki, and Tang Liuli felt a strong sense of déjà vu.

Those memories were like treasures trapped in the deep sea, cracking open in the warm smile of the Pure White Witch, with bubbles rising in the darkness, little by little revealing themselves with the flowing sorrow.

Little Sakura lowered her eyes as she looked at the milk in her cup; the ripples reflected forgotten images.

The boy’s arm was rotting away, revealing stark white bones, and his black robe was stained with a tragic bright red; his single eye had turned into glass, and half of his beautiful face was marred, like a silver mirror that had fallen to the ground, resembling a broken doll.

This was a ghastly state, as if at the end of life, yet the person in her memory was smiling.

The girl felt a bit dazed; yes, in her impression of the shrine maiden, at this time, he still seemed to be smiling.

"Miyuki, close your eyes, I will protect you."

The young savior made a promise while coughing up red blood; his body cracked apart like scattered snowflakes, transforming into countless mirrored lenses reflecting the world. Then they continued to grow, stretch, swell, and merge, creating the mercury palace that submerged the torii and pine forest, defining the realm of all existence.

The beautiful Mirror Tree, like moonlight, opened up her illusory and dark childhood, reflecting the blazing sunshine, melting the black snow in the sky, and leaving behind a gentle whisper in her ears, as light as falling snow, like Beethoven’s symphony, announcing the turning of fate.

Kirimi Miyuki returned to her senses, raised her eyes, and suddenly felt that the colors of the mirror were very much like the mercury sword that Chu Yuanqing had swung that day.

The girl’s eyes were tinged with blush, and she offered a soft and joyful smile, confidently saying:

"Yes, I believe in Little Qing."

Xie Qingxuan chewed on the echoes of her memories; many years ago, someone had said the exact same words with the same tone and attitude. She couldn’t remember her exact reply, only that as a reward, she promised to help him drive away all the Disasters and restore the world to happiness and peace.

So…

Is the current world the future you have longed for?

Tang Liuli felt that Honey Qing’s words had a magical touch fit for a magical girl. Just as she was about to say something, a wave of headache struck her.

Unlike the two who were still blessed and Charlotte, who was excelling on the magical girl path, all the blessings went to the green-eyed cat of pure white, making it clearly easy to feel "indigestion."

But… it was full of joy and sorrow.

These complicated and warm feelings filled her chest, almost choking her, urging her to respond at every moment.

Tang Liuli felt a bit dazed; she followed her instincts and spoke her response:

"I don’t want Little Qing to protect me."

"I also want to become a magical girl and use my own strength to protect Little Qing."

As soon as she said this, it was as if a switch had been turned on.

The lovely daughter instinctively followed up and said:

"Yes, that’s right, I want to be a magical girl too, so I can help Daddy."

Xie Qingxuan’s eyes sparkled like dark stars, and the goddess dress on her white wrist continued to spin. The "Cocoon of the Heart" also burst forth with the power to break free from its bonds.

Although she had strange superpowers, her intuition from her memories told her that having more strength was always better. Deep in her heart, she began to long to become a magical girl.

Kirimi Miyuki became anxious; she was the first in the team to figure out how to become a magical girl. How could she let everyone else get ahead of her? She pressed her lips together and looked at Chu Yuanqing with a yearning gaze, as if saying, "Hurry and kiss me!"

Chu Yuanqing was a bit surprised and also felt troubled.

But when she thought about it, seeking power was indeed the first reaction in a moment of crisis.

Since everyone had already "spoiled" by Charlotte that the deeper truth would only be revealed much later, there seemed to be no need to hide the core of the talent show, "Dazzling Stage."

However, unlike the reckless Miss Saintess, the always polite and honest Chu Yuanqing decided to ask Dream Weaver Rabbit for advice first before telling the little idol in the team.

Before Pure White Witch could make the excuse to report to her "boss," the sound of footsteps came from beside her, catching the little idols’ attention.

Charlotte, with a clear aim, hugged Chu Yuanqing for a close moment.

The girl smelled the scent of her beloved, Flower of the Soul. She happily absorbed the energy of Honey Qing, ignoring Chen Xiaoxiao’s shocked gaze from the next table. She looked around at her good friends and her lovely daughter, blinked her beautiful eyes, and showed a bright smile while greeting them.

"Hello everyone, long time no see! Good morning!"

Nonsense! We just saw each other yesterday!

Tang Liuli instinctively thought to herself, wishing she could throw this bad woman, who was stealing her Honey Qing energy, out the window.

Unfortunately, after just making eye contact with Charlotte, the useless green-eyed cat couldn’t help but blush and lower her head.

She was angry; why couldn’t she feel any hostility towards this person at all?

At that moment, Tang Liuli deeply felt the terrifying power of a succubus. She slapped her cheeks and thought she must be under some magical control, shaking her head vigorously to clear her mind.

Seeing this, Charlotte thought the wet little cat was trying to shake off water, which was hilarious. Her eyes sparkled as she released Chu Yuanqing and quickly ran over to pet Tang Liuli, making Tang Liuli freeze and stop shaking her head, looking at her cute daughter for help.

But Chu Wang Shu didn’t have time to respond before Miss Saintess, after petting the cat, ran over to cuddle with her daughter.

Kirimi Miyuki watched this scene with some caution, wondering if Charlotte was going to come over and pet her next.

Hmm, fortunately, things were not "that bad."

Charlotte held her lovely daughter because she couldn’t help but get close to her, and she petted Liuli because she was an incredibly cute junior. As for snuggling with Honey Qing, isn’t it normal to cuddle with your husband or wife?

Chu Yuanqing watched Charlotte finish her tasks and asked in the "chat channel" created by the Chain of Contracts:

"Did Dream Weaver not call you to work?"

Chu Yuanqing thought Charlotte would take a few more days to join them, but she came back after just having breakfast, making her earlier reluctance feel a bit "wasted."

Charlotte summarized everything in simple words.

Hmm, this person ignored the incident of bullying Little Yu and Violet in the simulation world of the [Astrolabe], but instead vividly described the kind of treatment she got while staying in the Ideal State because of Dream Weaver Rabbit.

Between the lines, it was hinting that she lost the "pool party," subtly suggesting that Chu Yuanqing should make it up to her.

Chu Yuanqing thought this request was strange; after all, pajamas were really not much different from swimwear. To steer the conversation back to a serious topic, she agreed without thinking much.

Of course, this person would agree so easily partly because he knew that even if he didn’t agree, Charlotte would sweetly persuade him until he felt forced to say yes.

And…

Chu Yuanqing believed her time was limited, and out of guilt and a desire to make up for it, she felt it was her duty as a partner to do her best to meet Charlotte’s expectations before she left, which naturally included physical affection.

Although… although she had to work hard to overcome her feelings of shame.

Charlotte vaguely guessed Chu Yuanqing’s thoughts but didn’t say much; she stubbornly believed there was still hope. The pendant that seemed to represent planetary consciousness and the Pure White Witch who could freely choose the Flower of the Soul were both symbols of miracles.

Even if it might be one-sided, she would rather believe in some things than accept that the other person might wither away in this warm summer.

And no matter what, before the outcome was revealed, everyone had to be happy.

Because that is what Little Qing wanted to see.

Charlotte hid her thoughts well; she talked about Xiaoxiao with everyone, and naturally, the little idols ended up on the same rented bus together.

Chen Xiaoxiao and the other staff subtly watched Miss Saintess get into the carriage, feeling quite strange.

The Last Diva sat next to Chu Yuanqing, ignoring the watchful gaze of the green-eyed cat and Little Sakura’s look of "Are you really coming over?" She smiled at everyone and clapped her hands, saying:

"Alright, I heard Little Qing say that everyone wants to become a magical girl, right?"

"I can’t help you with that, because… you are already magical girls."