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Fuyuki City, Private Homurahara Academy Elementary School...
Groups of elementary school students in uniforms walked noisily into the not-so-large grounds of Private Homurahara Academy Elementary School, chatting and laughing amid an indescribably peaceful atmosphere.
At the academy gates, Wu Yan arrived with Illya and Miyu. Seeing the tranquil, heartwarming scene, the little bit of fatigue in him seemed to dissipate on its own, and a smile appeared on his face.
"Kids really are energetic..." With that thought in mind, Wu Yan patted the two little girls on the head.
"You two are still children too. Learn from them..."
"Urgh..." Illya puffed out her cheeks.
"We can't help it..."
"Brother Wu Yan..." Miyu closed her eyes and said somewhat conflictedly.
"If possible, I really hope you won't treat me like a child..."
Seeing the unconvinced and unwilling expressions on the two young girls' faces, Wu Yan could not help but find it amusing.
"Illya! Miyu!"
Just then, several childish voices rang out from nearby, drawing the attention of Wu Yan's group.
Four little girls about the same age as Illya and Miyu, wearing the same uniforms and carrying schoolbags, were waving at them.
They were Illya and Miyu's four classmates: the young girls named Mimi, Suzuka, Nanae, and Ryuko.
"Good morning!!!"
As the energetic greeting rang out, Ryuko sprinted forward and threw herself at Illya and Miyu. Before she could reach them, however, the other three little girls slammed into her as though she were an obstacle in their way, sending Ryuko flying.
"Good morning!"
Rushing up to Illya and Miyu, Mimi, Suzuka, and Nanae all greeted them. Then they looked the two Magical Girls over and blinked.
"You two..." Suzuka, the girl with braided hair, pushed up her glasses and gave