Erza Loses Control

"Sigh, it's a long story!" Eleven stepped forward and patted Erza on the shoulder.

"The mission failed?"

"Yes, it failed."

"Hmph! You still haven't trained enough!" Erza snorted and ignored Eleven, continuing to swing her bamboo sword.

Eleven:(_)...

What was I thinking?

Why would someone have the naive idea of seeking comfort from Erza?

Sigh, I guess I'm really exhausted. I need to rest for a while...

Eleven was so rebuffed by Erza's words that he started to question his existence. Feeling even more exhausted, he silently turned and left, no longer wanting to care about anything.

Jellal watched from the side, his lips twitching. Erza was indeed Erza; even in a different world and with a different person, she was still difficult to get along with.

After hesitating for a moment, Jellal decided to go up and say hello. After all, they would be working in the same guild in the future, and they would run into each other sooner or later.

Moreover, it would be quite interesting to strike up a conversation with someone in another world who looks exactly like a familiar person.

"Um, hello, I'm a new member who just joined the guild, my name is..."

Jellal walked up to Erza, removed his mask, and was about to introduce himself when he noticed that Erza's gaze suddenly turned horrified, and her breathing became erratic.

"Jeral!"

Erza suddenly let out an angry scream, her magical power surging forth instantly. Without a word, she raised her bamboo sword and slashed at Jellal.

Completely stunned, Jellal had no time to react before a bamboo sword slammed into his stomach. The intense pain instantly curled his body into a shrimp-like shape, and the bamboo sword shattered under the immense force. The next instant, Jellal's body was sent flying.

Bang! Sizzle

Jellal was thrown to the ground like a rag doll, then slid forward for a long distance, almost falling into the large lake in the guild's backyard.

"Jellal! What are you doing here? What are you going to do?"

Knocking Jellal away did not calm Erza down; instead, she became even more frenzied. Spatial fluctuations rippled around her as she summoned a set of jet-black steel armor to don.

The armor was covered in sharp spikes and sharp edges, making the wearer look like a demon from hell. Matching this jet-black armor was a huge black serrated greatsword, the massive blade even taller than Erza, radiating a blinding cold light as it was held in the air.

Purgatory Armor - Armor born for destruction

Wearing this armor Erza seemed to have truly transformed into a demon from hell. Her uncontrollable savagery made her eyes turn red as she roared loudly at Jellal.

Jellal was completely stunned. Why was he attacked just for saying hello? Erza in this world really that terrifying?

However, upon seeing Erza's current appearance, Jellal immediately understood that Erza probably had some grudge against Jellal of this world and had mistaken him for someone else.

"Ahem, Erza, you've admitted your mistake..."

Jellal wanted to explain something, but Erza wouldn't listen. With red eyes, she swung her greatsword and brought it down on his head.

Boom!! The immense force cleaved the ground apart.

Jellal scrambled and tumbled to avoid the mess, ending up covered in dust and dirt.

This scene seems so familiar...

Why are all the people in this guild the same? They don't listen to anyone and just start fighting right away. It's so dangerous!

Eleven, who had just left to seek comfort from Maria, immediately noticed the situation and was taken aback.

What's going on? How did a fight break out just because I couldn't cover it up?

"Hey, Erza, what's going on? Don't get so worked up!" Eleven quickly stepped in front of Erza, who was about to continue attacking, and stood between her and Jellal.

"Eleven, get out of the way! We absolutely cannot let this guy near the guild! He's ruined the guild!" Erza was extremely agitated, even crying, as she brandished her greatsword to drive Eleven away.

Eleven frowned and controlled Erza's large sword, temporarily preventing her from swinging the weapon. Erza was in a truly terrible state at this moment, Eleven sensed all sorts of negative emotions emanating from her: fear, anger, sadness, and some other indescribable complex feelings.

So many emotions are overwhelming Erza, pushing her to the brink of a mental breakdown. She's completely unable to control her emotions and can't listen to what others are saying.

"Hey, Jellal, what did you just do to Erza?" Looking at the crazed Erza in front of him, Eleven questioned Jellal with a grim expression.

"I... cough cough cough, I didn't do anything. She probably thinks I'm Jellal of this world." Jellal rubbed his stomach and struggled to his feet.

"Eleven, get out of my way! Don't believe a word he says! This guy is evil!"

Erza remained enraged. Unable to free her greatsword from Eleven's Telekinesis, she abandoned her weapon and swung her fist at Jellal, completely losing her mind.

Eleven quickly stepped in front of the crazed Erza and used his Telekinesis to subdue her.

Only then did Eleven realize that Erza was not only on the verge of collapse in terms of Spiritual Power, but her body was also breaking down because it could not withstand the power of the armor. Blood was constantly seeping out, and many parts of her skin had begun to crack.

This girl is insane! What deep-seated grudge could she possibly have?!

We have to stop Erza as soon as possible, or she'll be seriously injured! But what can we do? Is there any way to stop Erza from going berserk? It seems not... Oh well, let's just knock her out!

However, just as Eleven was about to kill Erza, Jellal's deep voice came from behind him.

"Fivefold Magic Circle - Kagura!"

Five overlapping magic circles instantly enveloped Erza's figure, and golden light shone out, spreading over Erza's body. Gradually, Erza calmed down and fell into a deep sleep. Due to the lack of magic power, her armor also reverted to Erza's previous appearance.

"This is a magic circle that can put the opponent to sleep, so it should calm her down for now," Jellal explained in a deep voice.

"Yes, thank you, Jellal."

Eleven scooped up the limp Erza and gently laid her on the ground. Looking at the sleeping Erza, Eleven showed no relief. The problem wasn't solved; she'd cause trouble again when she woke up.

"Eleven, can you erase her Memory of seeing me today?" Jellal said in a low voice.

"It's possible, but... in the future..."

Tear!!

Before Eleven could finish speaking, a sound of tearing fabric was heard. Jellal tore the hem of his cloak and wrapped the torn piece around his head, making a headscarf that completely covered his flowing blue hair. He then pulled the existing face mask up, hiding his entire face except for a slit above his eyes.

"No, from today onwards I will no longer be Jellal, I will be called Mystogan, Fairy Tail Mystogan, and I will live in this world as that."

"You'll be seen as a weirdo if you do that."

"It's okay, anyway I promised you I'd try to avoid contact with people in the guild, so this is perfect."

Jellal —no, Mystogan— smiled, but his face was completely obscured, leaving Eleven with only a dashing silhouette of his cloak billowing as he slowly disappeared into the forest.

"You're so cool..."

Eleven watched Mystogan and smiled helplessly. This guy is a savior; he's willing to sacrifice anything for others.

Ignoring the cool-looking Mystogan, Eleven began to carefully care for Erza, who was lying on the ground. He first erased her Memory of seeing Jellal earlier that day, and then implanted a false Memory of her seeing Mystogan, challenging Eleven, and getting beaten up.

Yes, perfect, very much in line with Erza's style.

Just as Eleven finished his work and was about to withdraw his Spiritual Power from Erza's Memory space, he suddenly hesitated.

He still didn't know why Erza had gone mad today. He had never seen Erza so hysterical before, nor had he even imagined it.

Jellal, what grudge does this lunatic have against Erza that could drive Erza to such a frenzy?

Stroking Erza's hair as she slept, Eleven hesitated for a moment before finally making up his mind.

"Excuse me, little girl, let me see your Memories!"

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