Chapter 268
We also need to figure out what the principal's true intentions are.
After eavesdropping again, the Magic girls' faces gradually turned ashen.
"Lily, speaking of which, it's been a long time since we stayed together. How about coming over to my place for one night next weekend?"
"You look adorable today, Lily."
"Hmm? You want to take your daughter out this weekend? How about we go together?"
What exactly does this woman mean?
Don't you understand the importance of social cues and common sense? Why are you interrupting a mother and daughter's date for no reason?
While they were eavesdropping, the dishes that Takanashi earlier were served.
The Magic girls continued listening while angrily eating their meals.
As expected of Magic girls, or rather... Witch, who are far more mature than them.
This woman seemed much more mature and daring than the group of young girls. She could say anything, and she clearly had something on her mind.
This can't go on.
They had to come up with a solution.
At this moment, the clever Takanashi suddenly had another ingenious idea.
Huh, another old, powerful Magic girl who harbors ill intentions towards Teacher Haihara.
Don't they happen to know someone else?
"Gentlemen, I think we should consult a respected mentor."
For some reason, after saying that, Takanashi looked at Cangyue Yuri, leaving the puppy completely bewildered.
Meanwhile, Sakaki Chika Kazama Kiriori also planned to hear what Takanashi had to say.
And who is this respected mentor?
At that moment, Takanashi took out her Magic Wand and used Magic to contact a senior she hadn't spoken to in a long time—
"Hello, is this Professor Roland?"
Chapter Sixty-Eight: In short, it's extremely troublesome.
R'lyeh, the garden of Queen Al White.
It's rare to have guests here, but today is different. Today, sitting in the Queen's Garden drinking tea is the Kingdom's most esteemed duke, the Magic girl named "Gemstone," Lord Roland.
A gentle breeze rustled through the flower fields, causing the night blossoms to tremble. The tranquil moonlight fell upon the lake, reflecting a beautiful silver hue.
Although it was past afternoon tea time, the difference between day and night made no difference to the two Crown Rank Magic Girls.
It actually has a unique charm.
As a Magic girl with Lunar, Roland really enjoys this atmosphere.
The Silver Moon in the sky is the most dazzling treasure in the world, second only to the teacher.
During his childhood, Roland would often linger for weeks studying and admiring the moon, and even while still in the Sacred Domain, he created Magic Spell that could manipulate day and night.
Of course, this energy and stamina were later passed down to the research teachers.
I've said too much.
Let's enjoy some tea instead.
Roland smiled gracefully, then held the cup by the handle, gently rubbed the teacup on the saucer, and took a sip before the steam dissipated.
She put down her teacup and looked at the woman at the other end of the white table:
"You must have heard about the recent incident where Belial's subordinates disguised themselves as Magic girls and met with the sealed Belial, right?"
This is not a serious discussion.
For the two of them, it was just a casual chat over tea.
Meanwhile, Her Majesty the Queen Al White of the R'lyeh Kingdom did not adopt a Queen demeanor, but rather chatted casually as if with an ordinary friend.
She smiled calmly:
"It seems she hasn't given up yet. Perhaps her lingering spirit is still struggling to survive in some corner of the earth."
She was the one who sealed Belial away.
However, she was well aware of how tenacious and difficult to deal with Belial was.
Even with her body completely sealed away until death, the soul of that Black Magical Girl refused to find peace.
"I sent suitable people to investigate things on Earth some time ago, but according to Shiori, that child seems to have encountered some unexpected circumstances."
Roland seemed to have thought of something very interesting.
After finding Cangyue Yuri, Takanashi naturally reported the matter to R'lyeh.
The result was both laughable and absurd.
"Shiori?"
Upon hearing the name, Al White seemed to become more interested.
"So you're finally going to care about her?"
In Roland's memory, although Shiori's identity was closely linked to Her Majesty the Queen, in most people's eyes, the Queen was very indifferent to this child who had no talent and looked like her.
On the contrary, many other Witch, especially those who had close relationships with Lilith, showed Shiori extra care.
Roland himself was one of them.
It could be said that she watched this child grow up with a bittersweet feeling.
The most gratifying moment, when I felt that my efforts had been rewarded, was when I learned a while ago that Takanashi had successfully obtained Magic name and had even been promoted to the Sacred Domain.
--Especially when I saw pictures of the Magic girl Thousand Sins.
That aloof, cold gaze, that beautiful face, and that familiar cross-shaped Magic Armament.
That's absolutely right.
Takanashi Shiori has really grown up remarkably.
Thinking of this, Roland looked at his teacup, at the clear, transparent tea that was now only half full.
The water's surface, like a mirror, reflected the light refracted from the gemstones on her face.
Unfortunately, that's a pity.
It's just a shadow of the past.
Roland never misunderstood what he truly wanted.
They won't deceive themselves with dubious or misleading information.
This would only desecrate the value of both.
In fact, while other Witch were still using meal replacements, Roland was already feasting on the real Roland herself.
Back on Earth, she ate lunch with her teacher every day.
This topic silenced Al White for a moment.
Roland continued—
"Perhaps not long after, that former Black Magical Girl will become an obstacle for Shiori and the others."
So far, the Magic girls have defeated one opponent after another.
First, there was the newly resurrected Demon King who had once threatened R'lyeh.
Then there is the strongest Monster in history, born on Earth, beneath the Demon King.
Now, this former Queen of Black Magical Girl has also appeared on Earth.
"An obstacle? If it's just Belial, I don't think he can threaten Shiori and the others right now."
Al White simply commented like that.
That's the truth.
Roland had to acknowledge this view.
Because, to be honest, while the Queen of Dark Magic might sound like a formidable threat at first glance, it seems to have come a little too late for the Magic girls of today.
As long as Belial has not fully recovered and regained his Crown Rank form.
No matter how far she is resurrected, or how many Monster she controls, she will never be a match for Thousand Sins and her group.
It's hard to imagine that this veteran was beaten to the point of questioning his existence by a group of junior Magic girls.
"Let's talk about something else..."
Just as Roland was trying to change the subject to something else interesting, she suddenly noticed that her phone had received a notification.
She pulled an old-fashioned tabletop telephone from her Magic pocket.
This kind of phone allows you to contact the Magic girls on Earth at any time.
"Excuse me, please wait a moment."
She chuckled softly, then picked up the phone and held it to her ear:
Good evening, may I ask who this is?
Soon, a familiar girl's voice came from the other end of the phone, saying to her:
Hello, is this Professor Roland?
She quickly recognized the girl's pleasant voice and became somewhat curious.
"Oh, it's Shiori. What's up?"
As she spoke, she glanced at Al White across from her and spoke to him in a gentle tone.
At the same time, she was also a little surprised that Shiori would take the initiative to contact her like this.
Next, using the information she got from Takanashi, she quickly figured out what was going on over there.
As the Takanashi talked, Roland responded with "uh-huh," "uh-huh."
Roland's expression changed from calm and composed at the beginning to a gradually emerging smile of interest, though something was clearly hidden in that smile.
Roland placed both hands on the phone handles and summarized everything that Takanashi had told her since the beginning:
"So, you mean there's a tall, Haihara headmistress named Ai Haibara who's dating Teacher Haihara, and she seems to have ulterior motives, right?"
She maintained a pleasant smile.
She appeared as elegant and composed as ever.
Clearly, this was within her expectations and nothing that would cause her to lose her composure or be surprised by.
She quickly comforted the Takanashi:
"Since you're so worried, I'll go take a look."
After that, Roland hung up the phone.
The woman opposite her looked at her with some curiosity.
Roland then pretended to adjust his Monocle, feigning concern.
"Alas, Your Her Majesty the Queen, it seems I must excuse myself for a moment."
She sighed sadly.
"Hmm? Of course it's nothing serious, you don't need to worry."
"I'm just a little worried about Shiori. You know me, she's sometimes fragile and sensitive, and she cares a lot about her relationships on Earth."
She spoke each word calmly and deliberately.
Then, Roland finished the rest of his tea in one gulp, neatly tidied up the empty teacup, and carefully explained to the Queen why he was leaving.
Everything was very natural and very efficient.
As a Grand Duke and also a close friend of the Queen, this was not considered impolite.