The Prelude to the Christmas Blood Sacrifice (I)

The Prairie GaoKing effortlessly defeated the monster released by the Jackal. Luming hummed a little tune contentedly, rubbed her signature Power Beast, the GaoFox, and returned to the city after accumulating enough transformation time.

"Hmm... there are still monsters. Well, I guess we'll have to work overtime today."

After tapping the bracelet to cancel the current transformation, Luming struggled to pull out the Desire Driver from under her skirt. Because her body had shrunk, her clothes had also been changed to a size more suitable for younger children, and she almost couldn't take it out.

PS: The storage space of the Guidance Module and the connection point of the Branch World can be set in a place that does not disrupt the world order according to the user's wishes. The male's "lucky" is set at the back of the waist, and the female's "Luming" is set under the skirt.

The belt automatically completes the transformation, and in a capsule-like transformation scene, the originally petite body instantly grows taller, transforming into Kamen Rider Geats Blank Login Form.

The male voice coming through the voice changer sounded frivolous and confident, "Transforming allows you to change your body shape, Lobster Doctor. This is one of your few inventions that is actually useful~"

OK, let's start the war!

Inserting the Magnum Buckle into the white shooting-type light armor on his upper body, the Fox Knight hummed a little tune as he walked into the alley.

"By the way, when will the Doctor send me the new toy?"

At the St. Freya Academy, Tesla, who was welding the cannon buckle to the Rising Sword, suddenly sneezed. "Achoo! Damn it, that insatiable Rabbit Assistant is nagging me again. Speaking of which, Christmas is coming soon... Hmm... I'll give her a Golden Fever Buckle to shut her up. The Booster Buckle is still being tested... Seriously, this is my exclusive buckle, why should I give it to her?! At most, I'll give her Command Twin Buckle that's still in the prototype stage..."

Hey, Doctor, Tsundere is outdated. No wonder you and Old Yang haven't been able to get married after all these years.

There's an awkward thing: the ID Core has compatibility settings with different buckles. After all, it's generated after collecting various information about the user, and it also represents the compatibility between the user and different buckles. For example, the agile character Wendy is suitable for the Ninja Buckle, while the melee archer Kiana is suitable for the Magnum Buckle when she transforms using this system...

Driven by competitiveness and a touch of naiveté, Tesla set the performance of its Boost Pro (propeller) to an absurdly high level, which led to a super embarrassing result—it was unusable.

Whether it's mounted on the upper body to increase punching power or mounted on the lower body to enhance kicking power, the Booster Buckle's excessively powerful horsepower will always knock you off your feet. Lobster Doctor is currently undergoing postpartum conditioning work.

However, although the buckle was made to match his lobster ID, the exclusive ride that comes with it—the bright red motorcycle Propeller Vanguard —can transform into a fox-like beast mode, something that even Tesla itself can't explain.

"When this Knight System was created, the idea was to have exclusive compatibility... How come this overpowered rabbit, or rather, fox, has an absurdly high compatibility with every buckle?"

Tesla stared at the Fox ID logo on the screen with a worried expression. The computer's analysis showed that it could be used with any buckle without any issues.

Xing (Luming): An all-around warrior with a perfect stat distribution. He is proficient in berserker, assassin, archer, mage, tank, and healer. He can be a one-man team!

"Ugh, am I really going to give her the Fever Buckle as a Christmas present? I seriously doubt she'll be able to make a mess of it..."

Lobster Girl took a deep look at the glittering gold buckle in her hand. It contained access permissions to all the buckles she had made so far, except for the Command Twin Buckle. It could connect to the Desire Driver's main database and use every type of armor at will.

PS: Unlike the original roller, this is an electronic screen.

However, since each type of buckle only provides armor for the upper and lower body, there are usage restrictions. For example, if A uses the Fever Buckle to roll out Magnum armor and equips it on the upper body, then other players can only roll out one more, and it can only be equipped on the lower body.

Furthermore, before equipping the Fever Buckle, users can select the type of buckle to use in battle via voice function. If they want to switch during battle, they can turn the lever of the Fever Buckle, and an interface will pop up on the mask. Users can select the buckle type through brain neural connection or activate random mode.

Using two of the same type of buckle at the same time will trigger a cleverly designed Easter egg from Tesla!

——Prepare for Battle——

Bang bang bang!

A volley of bullets struck the assailant's feet, and an unidentified yellow liquid soaked his trousers, flowing down his legs to the ground. The Fox Knight glanced at him with disgust, turned his head to the side, and gestured for him to get lost.

The thugs hurriedly scrambled away, and under the influence of the psychological suggestion that Luming had given him about the Mortal Tribulation Difficult to Cross, they went to the police station to turn themselves in. They confessed to all the crimes they had committed and the network of relationships around them in a level of detail that they could not normally do.

After doing all this, the Fox Knight snapped his fingers happily, squatted down, patted the head to comfort the frightened boy who had been attacked, and agreed to the child's request for a photo.

"Hmph~ Every child has a dream of being a hero, even though that dream is very fragile and will shatter sooner or later, but..."

Luming gazed at the overjoyed boy, a smile appearing on her face hidden behind the mask.

How wonderful! When I was his age, my parents wouldn't even allow me to enjoy these things. I could only play Yugi secretly by myself, and my sister didn't understand me either... But thankfully, my family in this life will understand, support, and stand by me, no matter what happens...

Perhaps?

The thought of Kiana others wavering in their fight after she performed the miracle last time infuriated Luming. Confused? They're all just bored. If possible, she really wanted them to experience all the battles she had fought since her transmigration. One wrong move and this young master would be dead, okay? Even if she were to go back and play it all over again now, she wouldn't dare to guarantee a one-life victory.

Fox Lady shook her head helplessly. Seeing that it was getting dark, she sent a message to Kalpas, saying that she was going home and asking if dinner was ready.

As for Natasha, there's no need to worry about the delayed text messages she set up.

What, you mean Fu Hua's Father?

"Hmm, judging from this situation, from the perspective of a Chinese parent, if I go back too early, I'll definitely get a beating, and if I go back now, I'll probably get a 'love education' too... Forget it, if that old fogey dares to hit me or lecture me, I'll transform into Yun Mo and let her experience the difference between people even though we've lived for 50,000 years!"

PS: At full power, unless Fu Hua risks everything to activate Garuda, she can't withstand a fully healed Male Star after the Sky Dome City dungeon ends. Ahem, at this stage, Male Star can shatter the Tai Xu Sword God with one hand. What, which version? Both Little Li Zi's and Fu Hua's Father are fine. By the way, the kind where he shatters it with his bare hands, completely unharmed.

Luming's Courtyard —

The gray, fluffy little thing, with a long shelf life, sat listlessly in her daughter's room, feeling the warmth she had once left behind.

"Parents should correct their children's mistakes promptly. Did I do something wrong? Or was I too strict with Little Xing? But she really went too far this time. This child isn't ignorant, so why could she let her friend destroy a city? Has she been traumatized lately? She just watched so many innocent lives being taken away. Even if she couldn't persuade her, she could at least have saved a few lives..."

With that thought in mind, Fu Hua took out his "Parenting Bible" and "How to Be a Good Parent," which he had read countless times, and sat down at Luming's desk to review and learn something new.

Note: Published by Shenzhou Publishing House.

"Speaking of which, Little Xing has never allowed me into his room. It was like this in St. Freya, and it's the same here. Don't children all depend on their parents? Why is Little Xing so averse to living with me, but so welcoming to Theresa? Is it because mothers are closer than fathers... What am I thinking?"

Fu Hua looked at the row of Gundam models standing on her daughter's desk and sighed helplessly. This child is only similar to her peers in that she likes toys. Oh right, and she also acts cute and wants to eat candy... She seems to be quite like a child.

PS: The Silly Mom unconditionally supports her son's hobbies with both hands and feet. Fortunately, when he was still a cute boy in St. Freya, Theresa even helped him build Gundam. As for Fu Hua's Father... he is usually not allowed into the dormitory.

Why am I unconsciously identifying with the father's role? Shouldn't I be the mother too?!

Fu Hua was incredibly frustrated. Cang Little Xuan, who was sitting next to her and dozing off, rubbed his sleepy eyes, yawned, and comforted her, saying, "Hey, you blockhead, don't worry about such trivial things. After all, you're perfect for being a father in every way."

What was said in jest was taken to heart by the listener, Fu Hua, petrified, became even more withdrawn.

While charging by the socket, Little Te opened his eyes and glanced over, then added, "According to the machine's records, the reason why Little Xing's attitude towards you is so different is that Theresa is more like a gentle and caring friend to him, while you... In Little Xing's own words, a child will introduce things he likes to his friends, but he would never show them to his family. Do you understand what I mean?"

Fu Hua looked confused and asked, "Why? You can show it to your friends, but you can't show it to me?"

Little Te thought for a while. It was rare for the program to freeze for a moment. She, as an Armed Doll, could understand this kind of thing. Why couldn't this living human in front of her understand it?

Little Xuan sighed deeply and waved to Little Te, "Sorry, my husband's emotional intelligence is a bit lacking, and it's his first time being a parent. Of course, he can't do well just by relying on book experience. We'll take it slow."

"... This machine is trying to explain to you in words you can understand that Little Xing is rejecting you. Everyone has their own secrets, Little Xing is no exception. It is his freedom to decide whether he wants you to know his preferences and inner world. As a parent, you should respect your child's right to privacy."

"What shameful things has he done that I can't know?"

"This cannot be generalized..."

"What's different?"

Little Te tilted his head and glanced at Fu Hua, then at Little Xuan who was eating a steamed bun. He suddenly understood how Little Xuan felt when the two Armed Doll first met—it was like talking to a brick wall.

The red-haired doll was unaware of the strange thing happening to her, but Fu Hua made a new move, "Hmm, Little Xing's clothes are almost dry, I'll go get them, fold them and put them in the closet."

As I stood up, I caught a glimpse of a thick notebook on the table out of the corner of my eye. The cover bore the words "Luming's Diary~❤" written in neat, cute handwriting.

"Oh, Little Xing's diary? I didn't know she had this habit." Fu Hua picked up the diary naturally, and was about to open it when Little Xuan and Little Te shouted in unison, "Don't look! That's Little Xing's diary!"

"Hey, I know, it says so on the cover. What's wrong? Is there something inside that I can't know?" Fu Hua's eyes sharpened. Could it be a record of those battles that Little Xing deliberately hid? Then it's necessary to take a good look at it.

"No, it's just some trivial things that Little Xing does every day." Little Te stared intently at the diary in Fu Hua's hand, three iron fists floating behind her, ready to strike at any moment.

PS: Unlike the diary that Sachi deliberately left for Otto to see, which was half true and half false, this one is just an ordinary notebook where Luming writes her diary every day.

However, after giving them a strange look, Fu Hua, puzzled, casually opened her diary.

Brief Introduction · Xing's Diary · Part Two

July X, 2014. I don't know why I've become so weak and frail today. I really want to turn back into a boy as soon as possible.

July 31, 2014. Kiana went too far last night. I can't stay in St. Freya anymore. I quickly packed my things and left. I said goodbye to Lobster Doctor when I left. Hehe, that Tsundere said she didn't care, but she couldn't help but hug me when she saw me off. When I secretly returned and hid in the dark to observe, she was crying so sadly. Should I be nicer to Dr. Tesla in the future?

August 3, 2014. Hmm, that guy named Kane, maybe he could become my partner? I'll use Feather Crossing Dust to set up an illusionary test for him. If he passes, I'll consider training him.

On August X, 2014, I officially became an idol. Although I had to train and practice every day, and wear those super embarrassing clothes to jump around in front of the camera, just imagining myself standing on a stage in front of thousands of people, although I was very nervous, the feeling seemed pretty good.

On August X, 2014, I heard from Aji yesterday that one of the people I met during my outdoor live stream was a person with depression, and that after meeting me, he actually gave up his suicidal plans and was ready to start a new life? Is that true? I just handed him a glass of water and wiped his sweat. Can such a small thing really save a dying person? However, if it's a lie, then I'm very happy; if it's true, then I'm also very happy.

On August X, 2014, Kane performed quite well. He was only barely competent before, but after just a few days of training, he has improved rapidly. Not bad, I'm starting to like him.

August 16, 2014. Bronya's birthday is coming up soon, and thankfully I prepared a gift for her in advance. I'm really looking forward to her expression when she receives that unmarked package~ (u‿ฺu✿ฺ)

On September X, 2014... If I were stronger and could have heard people's cries for help in time, would those firefighters have...? I can't save everyone, but I can't be a hypocrite. At least, the heroes' souls, transformed into Fire Truck Fullbottles, will forever remain by my side, won't they?

On September X, 2014, after that incident, Sister Natasha took me out to cheer me up, but I was in a bad mood and just wanted to be back with my family. I only intended to sneak a peek and leave, but those idiots actually celebrated my birthday?! Thanks, this is the happiest birthday I've ever had, after all, it's a once-in-a-lifetime event~ But Fu Hua's Father, you gave me a longevity lock wishing me a long and healthy life... My lifespan is tens of thousands of years, isn't it? Are you cursing me to die young?!

On September X, 2014, Sister Natasha was very rough last night, but I did go a bit too far. I shouldn't have just treated her as a temporary safe haven. I... really like her.

On October X, 2014, my first concert as an idol is about to begin! Although it's embarrassing, I'm not actually that resistant to this profession. After all, just performing can make fans smile, and that feeling is really great. Hmm, would you call this "feminine degeneration"? I feel like my mentality is becoming more and more like a girl's...

Fu Hua was so engrossed in watching that she didn't notice a petite figure appear at the window that the pet Guotie had lifted up, staring blankly at her, her frozen little face flushed red.

"Put down my diary! Who gave you permission to read it?!"

A soft but fiery shout, though not loud enough, pulled Fu Hua back to reality. The little girl, who was too short to reach the Guotie by standing on her head, struggled to climb in and angrily yelled at her.

The runaway daughter had finally returned. Seeing Fu Hua's Father finally felt a weight lifted from his heart. He coughed lightly a few times, obediently closing the diary, but not putting it down. "It's alright if I look at your daily notes, is that alright? But I didn't expect you to have kept so much from me, that woman named Natasha Siola..."

"What's it to you? Who I like and who I sleep with is none of your business!" After returning from a walk and recovering her mood, Luming got angry again, and her words became more aggressive.

Smack!

A crisp sound echoed in the room. Little Xuan and Little Te stared wide-eyed as the little girl slammed into the corner of the table, her forehead scraped and bleeding profusely. Her cheek stung, but that didn't matter. What saddened her was that the impact had caused the neatly arranged models to fall over, some of them sliding down the table and hitting her head. She was unharmed, but the models she had spent so much time assembling and arranging in a satisfactory pose were now reduced to pieces before her eyes.

Luming stared blankly at everything before her. Tears, which had been welling up in her eyes for feeling wronged by having her diary read, finally spilled over. Fu Hua's angry voice still echoed in her ears, "Listen to what indecent and vulgar things you're saying! Is this how I've always taught you? If you're going to be an idol, then be an idol. If you want to sing and dance, then learn it properly. Why do you wear those bright clothes for no reason? Normal girls don't act like you! Still crying? What are you crying about?! You're so upset about breaking a few lousy dolls, but when that giant was destroying the city, you didn't even blink..."

Seeing Fu Hua rambling on and on, while Luming remained silent with her head down, Little Xuan quickly tried to step in to mediate. Little Te was already charging up his Atomic Burst Fist for maximum power. But Luming suddenly raised her head and yelled at Fu Hua, who was about to give her another scolding, "Shut up! Get out of here!"

"What... did you say?" Fu Hua could hardly believe her ears.

"I said—" Luming gritted her teeth and raised her left wrist, quickly spinning the Omnitrix until it landed on Cloud Ink Dan Xin's profile picture. In her anger, she didn't notice that this profile picture was a little different from the usual ones.

"Get out of here!!!"

As Luming slapped down hard, her originally petite body rapidly enlarged under the green light. Her actual size and appearance were no different from Cloud Ink Dan Xin (the well-proportioned version) after Xing's normal transformation, but her clothing changed drastically.

The immortal was dressed in a black ancient robe, his legs and left shoulder exposed. The robe was decorated with numerous silver clouds, stars, and feathers. Below the golden sash was a semi-transparent short hem that barely covered his vital parts.

She wore a golden headdress with a diamond-shaped ruby hanging from her forehead. A black choker adorned her neck, and a black Leg Ring encircled her left thigh. Her once-tied gray hair was now loosely spread, and her blue eyes had turned a deep crimson.

What's eye-catching is the mechanical device on her chest that clashes sharply with the overall style; it's a feature of her transformation from the Omnitrix.

Fu Hua, the Herrscher of Consciousness, in her fuller form – here!

PS: It's just a different appearance.

Under Fu Hua's astonished gaze, Xing, who had previously beaten up Xiao Shi's mother, grabbed her, glared at her contemptuously, and then threw her out, smashing through several walls before finally flying out of the place.

Standing there, Xing gasped for breath. The device on her chest immediately lit up red, turning her back into Luming.

Author's Note—

Well, I've been very busy lately, and a lot of things have happened that have made me unhappy...

Five-Dimensional Medium... I never imagined that the parts outside the book would be missing first. I hope a suitable person will take over... The promised "Five-Dimensional Medium 2050" is gone. Now we won't be able to play it even in 2050...

Also, following the departed man, Mr. Sadao Iizuka has also gone to the Land of Light. May he enjoy his life there with his seniors.