Chapter 567

One was a black-haired young man with short hair, a gentle smile, and who looked like a friendly boy next door.

Xiao Bai, and Fang Ming.

These are two clay figurines that Dongdong made himself after a long time.

She had wanted countless times to use her abilities to bring these two clay figures to life, to make them move and keep her company.

But... every time Song Niandong wanted to do that, she would stop herself, not daring to touch it.

"... fraud."

Song Niandong stared at the figurine of Fang Ming the bookshelf and muttered to herself.

Despite saying that, Song Niandong's hand landed very lightly on the clay doll's face, as if she were touching some fragile treasure.

But Song Niandong quickly withdrew her hand.

Because she had unknowingly used magic to try and bring the clay doll to life.

She could do it, but she couldn't.

For Song Niandong, creating a false version of Fang Ming would be a desecration of Fang Ming.

"Sorry..."

Song Niandong curled up on the bed, observing the clay doll's face from a great distance, and said "I'm sorry" to it.

Song Niandong felt that Fang Ming's eventual sacrifice was all her fault.

If she hadn't gathered the negative magic power of hundreds of thousands of people in Spring City to set up the Despair Barrier with Youyou, and if Xiao Bai hadn't taken all that negative magic power in her place, then Xiao Bai wouldn't have been corrupted by the Corrosive Magic.

If Xiao Bai hadn't been Corrosive Magic, Xiao Bai might not have ultimately sacrificed herself.

It's all my fault.

Therefore, Dongdong stayed in her room not because she was saddened by Fang Ming's sacrifice... Of course, she was indeed very sad, but that wasn't the real reason.

She is exiling herself.

She felt that she was responsible for Fang Ming's death, so she didn't deserve to continue enjoying her current life.

Many times, Song Niandong wanted to take Youyou and run away, but Stella stopped her each time.

This Witch, possessing Mind Magic, could easily see through Song Niandong's thoughts, making it impossible for her to leave.

--If you leave, Fang Ming will be disappointed in you.

This is a phrase Stella often says to Song Niandong.

That's why Dongdong will stay here.

But the more this happened, the more distressed Dongdong felt, because here, in Fang Ming's house, everywhere was filled with traces of Fang Ming's life.

Every time Dongdong sees these things, she can't help but think of Fang Ming, and then she falls into self-blame again.

This is the real reason why Song Niandong lost her smile.

"Let's go for a walk with Xiao Qiu tomorrow to clear our heads."

Youyou suddenly said to Song Niandong, "I feel like Xiao Qiu might have something she wants to tell everyone."

"... Um."

Dongdong nodded gently.

But she didn't seem interested in the trip.

Youyou had no choice but to sigh softly as her gaze fell on the clay figurines of Fang Ming and Xiao Bai.

Hopefully... Xiao Qiu will find a way to make everyone happy.

Click.

Just as Song Niandong was falling into a state of withdrawal again, the sound of the front door being opened suddenly came from outside the room.

Then Stella's voice came into my ears:

"Huh? Why are there two more pairs of shoes? Is it Xiao Qiu? Dongdong? Youyou? I'm back."

Stella pushed open the door and entered. Song Niandong did not go out to greet her; it was Yu Muqiu who greeted her.

"Ah, Miss Stella is back! Welcome back!"

Yu Muqiu greeted Stella from the second floor of the stairs. She looked expectantly behind Stella, but when she saw that Stella had returned alone, a hint of disappointment appeared in her eyes.

She asked Stella:

"Little Red... didn't she come back with you?"

"Ah, they've arrived, but they're staying at a hotel. Hmm... tomorrow, you can meet them then."

Stella said meaningfully.

She knew very well that Xiao Qiu probably already knew about Tsukinomiya Yuki.

After all, Tsukinomiya Yuki also went to the Aurora Society's base that day. If Xiao Qiu had been keeping an eye on Aurora and the others, she would definitely have noticed Tsukinomiya Yuki.

Stella was prepared for Xiao Qiu to question her, but Xiao Qiu never contacted her again after that, and she didn't know why.

Yu Muqiu understood the implication in Stella's words, and she smiled, saying to Stella:

"That's good. We were just discussing going on a trip these days. It would be even better if Little Red had time."

... If Xiao Xue had the time, that would be perfect.

Stella silently complained in her heart, but outwardly she smiled at Xiao Qiu and said:

"Yes, I think they should have time."

"'Them'?" Chen Xiaoxia, who had also heard Stella enter the room, came out and asked Stella in surprise:

"It's not just Little Red alone, could it be that Xiao Lan will come with Little Red too?"

"Ah... Luna doesn't have time right now, but... the other Magical Girls should have time."

"...?" Chen Xiaoxia was stunned. "What do you mean by 'other Magical Girls '? Wait, new Magical Girls have been born?!"

"Huh? Didn't I tell Xiaoxia?" Xiao Qiu blinked, asking in confusion.

Xiaoxia was speechless. "What did you say? About a new Magical Girls? You didn't mention it! Not even a little bit! Xiao Qiu, you should have told me something this important sooner!"

"Hahaha, I forgot..."

Yu Muqiu stuck out her tongue, trying to get away with it by being cute.

These past few days she's been thinking about Fang Ming and Tsukinomiya Yuki, figuring out how to give everyone a surprise without revealing Tsukinomiya Yuki's identity.

This caused her to completely forget about the Magical Girls from the Eastern Ocean District, and she might not have remembered it if Stella hadn't reminded her.

But speaking of which, did the Magical Girls from the Eastern Ocean District come along too?

As Xiao Qiu pondered, the image of the gray-haired girl flashed through her mind, and she suddenly felt a little worried.

Um, what if that girl who claims to be Fang Ming's older sister also came along...?

Dongdong and Xiao Chun shouldn't be angry, right?

Volume 6 <Magic Autumn> Season 4: Chapter 607 Pillar-Tier Demon Attack!

(Sigh, Xiao Chun's psychological problems are quite serious, and Dongdong's psychological problems are just as serious.)

(There's no way around it, the source of Xiao Bai's corruption by the Erosive Power was indeed at the end of the second season.)

(But... this can't be blamed on Dongdong, can it?)

(emmm, strictly speaking, it's the fault of the silly rabbit Youyou)

(Well, that's all in the past anyway. At least for now, my cousin is still alive.)

(Yes, that's all, just losing your memory.)

The reason why Xiao Bai in the Sky Screen will eventually sacrifice himself is due to a combination of factors, and the responsibility cannot be entirely placed on one person.

But the origin of everything is Black Rabbit Youyou, that's absolutely true.

However, despite this, no one intended to hold Black Rabbit Youyou accountable. They were all good kids and wouldn't shift the blame onto anyone.

Ultimately, if Xiao Bai had stayed put while being corrupted and patiently addressed its own corruption before the Erosive Power could be removed, it might not have ended up like that.

That's what Fang Ming thinks, but... a long time ago, he didn't think that way.

"... My thoughts have changed too... Speaking of which, was the plot of the first episode of Sky Screen really yesterday?"

After a brief sigh, Fang Ming turned his attention elsewhere.

Sky Screen Stella had just returned, and if Fang Ming remembered correctly, they had only returned to Spring City yesterday.

So, barring any unforeseen circumstances, we should see the invasion of Pillar-Tier Demon at the end of this episode.

Wait a moment...

It seems that the plot of episode 0 was also experienced by the author before it was broadcast?

So, you're saying that you can't actually see the future of this world through the Sky Screen; you have to experience it yourself to see what happens behind the Sky Screen?

"Then this Sky Screen is completely useless for reference! Well... being able to see what others are doing from another perspective is still quite meaningful..."

Fang Ming muttered to himself.

[In this way, and in this way.]

Xiao Qiu briefly explained to Chen Xiaoxia why she had gone to the Eastern Ocean District a while ago.

Xiaoxia suddenly realized, "Oh, I see! Little Red has given us quite a few more companions. Isn't that a good thing? Honestly, why didn't you just say so back then!"

"... I called you, but you had things to do, so..."

"Ah... yes, that's true..."

Chen Xiaoxia belatedly realized that Xiao Qiu had indeed invited them to the Eastern Ocean District.

However, Xiao Qiu didn't explain why she was going to the Eastern Ocean District at the time.

Although Xiao Qiu didn't explain things clearly at the time, and bears some responsibility for that, it's also true that Xiaoxia didn't ask carefully at the time.

She knew perfectly well that Xiao Qiu wouldn't have gone to the Eastern Ocean District for tourism without a reason, but Xiaoxia didn't ask any questions at the time.

"Okay, let's put that aside for now. So... Little Bear, you left Little Red at the hotel?"

Chen Xiaoxia turned to Stella and asked.

Stella shrugged and said, "I invited them to stay here, but... the Magical Girls from the Eastern Ocean District have already booked hotels, so I can't very well invite them all over."

The main issue is that although Fang Ming's house is large, even with bedrooms and guest rooms, it's not enough for five or six Magical Girls to live together.

Furthermore, Stella wasn't ready to let everyone see Tsukinomiya Yuki.

"Oh, I see. Then we can meet tomorrow?"

Chen Xiaoxia didn't ask any further questions. She said with a hint of anticipation, "I never thought I'd get to meet a junior Magical Girls as a senior. This is quite a novel experience."

"Xiaoxia, you should set a good example as a senior."

Yu Muqiu said with a smile.

"I should be saying that, Xiao Qiu. You can't let the younger generation down."

"How could that be! I'm very mature now!" Yu Muqiu puffed out his chest and said confidently.

"Hmm... what you said before was indeed mature..."

Until you return to your former self.

Chen Xiaoxia wanted to say that, but she ultimately didn't say it aloud.

Knowing that the Magical Girls from the Eastern Ocean District would be coming to meet them tomorrow, Chen Xiaoxia also showed some enthusiasm. She stood up and said:

"In that case, I'll go home and prepare."

"What are you preparing?" Xiao Qiu asked in surprise.

Xiaoxia's smile turned 'sinister' as she said, "Of course, it's to show the younger generation my strength as a senior! Isn't that what Xiao Bai did?"

"... Please go easy on me."

Yu Muqiu understood what Xiaoxia was going to do and immediately reminded her.

Chen Xiaoxia clearly wanted to emulate Xiao Bai and test the strength of the Magical Girls from the Eastern Ocean District.