Chapter 292
The Doomsday Diva completely ignored her mischievous, amusement-seeking side; she seized the moral high ground, righteously and confidently attacking:
"I only wanted to put Xiaoyu at ease, that's why I let you fight with her, not because I wanted you to bully her. Xiao Qing 're so mean."
Chu Yuanqing felt a little guilty upon hearing this. She had initially shared the same idea as Charlotte, but Xie Qingyu's performance was simply too terrible.
It's important to understand that, setting aside special cases like Astrid and some veteran Magical Girl in the ideal world, Xie Qingyu, as Captain-Class, already represents the highest Combat Power of civilization at present.
However, the opponent displayed a lazy and unreliable demeanor, full of flaws, and unable to exert even half of his strength. He seemed unfit for any important task, let alone being a guardian of civilization. He was not even qualified as a soldier, making it hard for her not to feel the need to educate him.
As for the Martial God Skill used in the end, aside from reasons such as itching to use it, a sudden impulse, or wanting to try it out, the most important reason was to establish authority.
To put it simply, it all boils down to one thing.
Even if Xie Qingyu was completely outmatched in skill, as long as she didn't fully experience the taste of utter defeat, her previous teachings and words wouldn't be enough to earn her genuine respect.
Therefore, it is essential to appropriately display the absolute authority of the strong. Forcibly pretending to be weak to deceive the opponent, thus inducing them to underestimate you or harbor wishful thinking, will only lead to a foolish and troublesome vicious cycle.
Chu Yuanqing's efforts to conceal her injury stemmed from this fact. After witnessing Xie Qingyu's level of skill, she had become worried about the future of the New Era and even had the urge to drag all the [Witch] over for hellish training.
Under these circumstances, the technology must demonstrate reliability in order to reassure the authorities and encourage their promotion.
Xie Qingyu barely regained her senses. She belatedly realized what the two [Witch] squatting in front of her were saying. She took a deep breath and asked seriously:
Are you referring to the technique you just used?
Chu Yuanqing looked over and said seriously:
That's right.
"I do, Teacher Chu!"
Xie Qingyu's eyes sparkled. She agreed without hesitation. Although she wasn't a fan of the champion, she always felt that the Pure White Witch was much more powerful than Teacher Dream Weaver. Learning from her would surely make her even more skilled, right?
And...
If, if she becomes strong enough, perhaps she will be able to face the shadows in her heart.
The Doomsday Diva's expression was subtle. She resisted the urge to directly persuade Xiaoyu not to agree, and quietly tugged at Qing Bao's arm, using the Contract Chain's voice channel to complain:
"No way, Xiao Qing, is it possible for no one to master that kind of thing? To even get started, you'd have to be prepared to die ten thousand times over!"
Chu Yuanqing turned around blankly, her expression practically saying, "Isn't it easy for Magical Girl with [Full Bloom] to die a thousand times over?"
Charlotte was speechless. She silently looked at Xie Qingyu, who knew nothing about hell, and couldn't help but mourn for the child.
Although she used excuses like "fighting and killing is so annoying, Xiaoqing can do it all" to brush it off in the past, she actually knew in her heart that Martial God Skill were not something that humans could learn.
So-called Martial God Skill, in essence, are just the struggles of the weak.
Because of its weakness, it needs to control all forces that can be exploited.
Because of our weakness, we must treat the human body as a treasure and explore all its potential.
Because of its weakness, it must control its muscles, bones, blood, blood vessels, cells, and even its soul, spirit, and every thought, coordinating and harmonizing them all, in order to ascend to the realm of the gods in an instant.
This kind of concentration, dominance, and focus is a level that cannot be easily attained through normal training or by reaching a higher spiritual level.
That young Savior bore the weight of countless tragedies and despairs, witnessed the tragic end of civilizations in many Gap World, and experienced the taste of loss time and time again.
Even so, he still chose to bear the expectations of the people, the entrustment of the world, and the spark of civilization, struggling to progress amidst countless deaths, and finally, in the first battle against the Disaster God, he gained control of his body, mastered himself, and gathered the skills to kill the god.
The Martial God Skill refers to this kind of skill.
The so-called "attention to detail" is merely a basic prerequisite for this skill.
Charlotte sincerely believed that this was something no less powerful than magic, blessings, or the inheritance of other civilizations, and only Chu Yuanqing's extremely special experience could have paved such a miraculous and exaggerated path.
But...
If Xiaoyu is willing to open [Full Bloom] and experience the feeling of near-death tens of thousands of times during training, and learn the most advanced microscopic techniques, there should be some hope, right?
Haha, that's really heartening.
Chu Yuanqing nodded in satisfaction. Ordinary [Witch] have neither healing skills like [Shattered Golden Cup] nor excellent control over their abilities, so they can easily die.
Therefore, if you want to teach someone, the best target is Magical Girl has already reached her full potential and whose immortality is at its peak. And the best target who meets the criteria right now is Xie Qingyu, who is right in front of you.
Well, she happens to be Xuan Bao sister, so it's even more convenient for her to teach him since they're family. How great is that?
Chu Yuanqing reached out to Xie Qingyu, pulled her up, and said earnestly:
"If you're willing, that's fine, but let's not talk about that now. You just said that if you lose, you'll never appear in front of Xiao Xuan again, right?"
Xie Qingyu's eyes revealed a kind of innocent naiveté as she said trustingly:
"With Teacher Chu here, I feel at ease, and I can keep my promise."
But as soon as he finished speaking,
Chu Yuanqing then struck her head hard, the skillful combination of the shock and magic power, along with [Mirror Reversal], causing the unsuspecting Xie Qingyu to collapse and clutch her head, tears welling in her eyes.
The Pure White Witch looked down at the Magical Girl and said coldly:
"Do you think it's a noble thing to meet with Xiao Xuan, not clarify anything, just wallow in self-pity, throw away all the core issues, and choose to escape?"
The Green Eyed Cat looked at the extremely fierce Qing Bao, and her body trembled involuntarily. She recalled the scene when she was severely scolded by the other party, and silently hid behind the Little Cotton-padded Jacket, casting a pitying look at Xie Qingyu.
Xiao Qing is usually very gentle, but she can be absolutely terrifying when she gets angry!
Chu Yuanqing's golden eyes were calm, yet as deep and profound as the sea. Her imposing presence made Xie Qingyu, who was squatting on the ground, somewhat flustered. She couldn't help but pinch the Little Butterfly on her thigh to wake it up and seek help from the Lantern Fairy.
Yes, this appearance makes him look like a mute person desperately trying to find a substitute for their voice, which is heartbreaking to hear and brings tears to the eyes of anyone who sees it.
However, before Violet could break free of her feigned death act, another follow-up question came:
"Or do you think it's better to be disliked by Xiao Xuan, so that she won't be sad if you die in battle later?"
Chu Yuanqing ignored Xie Qingyu's utter shock and her "How did you know?" look, and continued to comment:
"A naive and cowardly idea."
"You are excellent and in good health."
"Your future is not destined for a tragic end; it holds infinite possibilities. Why make the most pessimistic predictions? And why actively abandon the things that are important in your life?"
This clumsy and foolish approach was, to Chu Yuanqing, a kind of alternative "Why don't they eat meat porridge?"
Although she did something similar to her daughter, the circumstances they faced, the pressure and despair they endured, the responsibilities and burdens they carried, and the final choices they made were all completely different.
Xie Qingyu is already one of the strongest people in the world. If even she is so pessimistic, constantly fantasizing about dying in battle, what about the others who are weaker and need her protection?
This cowardice is a stubborn problem that needs to be corrected.
If you can't even cross this threshold, you're not qualified to even touch the Martial God Skill.
Xie Qingyu's pink lips moved for a long time, but she still couldn't say anything. Her azure eyes dimmed. Teacher Chu was right. She was a terrible, cowardly, arrogant, self-pitying, and rotten person who wanted to escape everything.
If...
If it had been them instead of me who survived, they would definitely have been more outstanding and accomplished than her.
Chu Yuanqing touched the Magical Girl's blonde hair. Compared to Xuan Bao's platinum blonde, Xiaoyu's hair color lacked a transparent and ethereal quality in the light, but it appeared more dazzling and vibrant. The texture when you rubbed it was not as fluffy, but rather smoother.
These sisters are very different, but they both have their clumsy and stubborn sides.
Moreover, judging from what Charlotte just said through the Contract Chain, the shadow cast by that mission and the birth of Violet probably have deeper reasons.
Therefore, just apply a little bit; don't press too hard.
The Pure White Witch sighed inwardly, softening her tone as she comforted her:
"You seem to enjoy playing the Electric Guitar and singing; please continue playing in the future."
"The Mortal Realm Barrier shattered in the end. We didn't determine a winner, so let's just leave things as they are."
"So, if Xiaoyu doesn't mind, could you tell me about the past?"
Xie Qingyu enjoyed Qing Bao's head pat, ignoring the increasingly deep gaze of a certain Golden Haired Doggy. Deciding to reciprocate, she decided to be strong, took a deep breath, and confessed:
"I am a very indecisive person and I am not good at communicating with people. Even if I escaped to study music abroad, I would still have misunderstandings with many friends and part ways because of my poor communication skills."
This national idol stammered as he recounted his unknown past, prompting the other Little Idol to chime in with their complaints while they all pricked up their ears and secretly gleaned gossip as they moved to another set.
"At that time, I felt that life was very bleak. Even if I abandoned Xiao Xuan and ran away from my parents to a school abroad, I could still make a mess of my life."
"But around that time, someone pulled me into the band. She taught me how to play the Electric Guitar, told me what rock and roll was, and it didn't matter that I was bad at talking. I just needed to express my emotions and true feelings through music."
"She encouraged me a lot. Because of her, I made many true friends, learned to express my true feelings correctly, and fell in love with rock and street dance."
Charlotte had a premonition that this was a big scandal. She sensed a romance between her beloved White Moonlight and the band, and a hint of distorted literature, so she immediately and astutely asked:
"Xiaoyu, the person you're talking about isn't Xintong, is it?"
The Little Butterfly stopped pretending to be dead; it flew up lively and said:
"No, Xiaoyu only met Xintong on the competition stage. They were rivals for the Center position back then. They became friends after the group was about to be formed."
"The person Xiaoyu is talking about is Su Wan."
In an instant, apart from the Golden Haired Doggy, a single keyword instinctively popped into everyone's mind.
--A love triangle!!!
It's important to know that the original members of the Netherworld Butterfly were seven.
This included Su Wan and Ji Xintong, who also happened to be paired with Xie Qingyu, the team leader, and were initially shipped as a couple by fans across the internet.
Ji Xintong is the second most popular member of the group, and the appeal of her relationship with Xie Qingyu lies in their strong personalities, rivalry, and mutual attraction.
The main point of interest between Su Wan and Xie Qingyu is their long-standing friendship, but unexpectedly, the former turned out to be the latter's mentor. This revelation, coupled with the addition of the White Moonlight attribute, is sure to cause a frenzy among their fans.
Of course, the most crucial point is that Su Wan left the group a year ago, which at the time caused a love triangle within the group and led to various speculations about the collapse of friendships.
Just as the Little Idol's thoughts were racing,
Xie Qingyu continued with a touch of nostalgia:
"Later, we returned to China together, participated in talent shows, and miraculously, we all possessed the qualities of [Witch]. We debuted together as a group, becoming a team that combines Magical Girl and idols."
"Those were the happiest days for everyone. We weren't controlled by capital, nor did we have to do commercial performances. We could devote ourselves wholeheartedly to what we loved. Every month, we could step onto the stage in front of millions of people, and even touch the magic of dreams. Every minute and every second was full of life."
"Although after everyone had [Flower Bloom], we occasionally had to carry out tasks assigned by the Countermeasures Bureau, we completed them all without any major incidents. Some of the interesting and scary experiences became topics of Xiaoxiao after meals and during evening chats in the dormitory."
The Little Butterfly didn't speak again. As if it knew what the other person wanted to say, it flew back to the girl's head as if to offer comfort.
Xie Qingyu recalled the past, chewing on the twisted emotions of confusion, hatred, sorrow, regret, and despair. The azure in her eyes turned chapped and blackened. After a long silence, her lips moved slightly, and she said in an extremely soft tone:
"But Su Wan died during that mission; I killed her with my own hands."
"I buried her in a sea of violets in the underworld, with... the rock and roll she taught me."
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Xie Qingyu's words lingered in the room.
The love triangles that the Little Idol had imagined instantly came to an end, turning into an even more convoluted entanglement.
The Social Anxiety Cat felt like it was hearing a horror story, and like Chu Wangshu who was equally frightened, it moved closer to the inside of the sofa, sticking close to where Kiriwake Yayoi was.
Xie Qingxuan remained silent. She didn't understand why her sister would see studying abroad as abandoning her. This monologue, which sounded like guilt and concern, was very uncomfortable, even subtly strange.
The girl lowered her eyes and remained silent; Xie Qingyu's past was almost entirely unfamiliar to her.
These unfamiliar yet novel topics made her belatedly realize that, just as the other person knew nothing about her, she had never known her sister at all.
Because they had never sat down and had a proper chat.
Silence is the dominant theme.
Once the silence is broken, what is often exchanged is ice and swords.
Xie Qingxuan looked up at the other person, looking down at herself in a Meditation State posture, pulling herself out of that period of memory. Suddenly, she remembered that she had met Su Wan before, because Xie Qingyu had taken her home to get some things when she first returned to the country.
The girl had a slender waist and long legs. She looked like she had practiced ballet. Her jet-black hair was partially dyed with hazy blue highlights. When she smiled, she had dimples, like a gentle little sun.
When they first met, she stuffed a lot of snacks into her arms and greeted them happily, saying that she was her sister's friend and that they should get along well in the future; that night, she hugged Xie Qingyu with a sad face and said, "Waaah, Xiaoyu, I didn't manage to get a pre-sale record again."
Thinking about it carefully, I realize that the reason my sister has so many friends and so many things that I don't have is partly because of the impression Su Wan left on me that day.
So...
Is that girl dead?
Xie Qingxuan's emotions were complicated, and she asked for no apparent reason:
What was your reason for killing her?
The Little Butterfly fluttered its wings, a little excited. This was the first time Xuan Bao had asked Xiaoyu about something. Did that mean they were about to make up? It wanted to tell her everything right away.