I Don't Understand at All! / Ma Xiaotong

Grandpa Zhang, carrying a palm-leaf fan, walked towards the counter inside the shop and laughed from afar, "Oh my, Luo girl, you've come to see this old man again today? Young lady, you're still so beautiful after all this time. What a pity~ my grandson isn't so lucky."

"Grandpa Zhang, we've come to buy some things." Luo Xiyan smiled slightly, a sweet and comforting smile that carried a gentle warmth.

Let alone Ling Mengxue, even Grandpa Zhang covered his face and exclaimed, "I can't stand it!"

"Such a beautiful girl, isn't she just descended from heaven? My grandson wouldn't be able to handle her! Would she even be interested? He'd be lucky to find someone decent, sigh~"

This is what Grandpa Zhang often says when he's out, with a smile on his face.

The middle-aged women at the small table by the door are still chatting and laughing, glancing over. They've clearly seen it all before, gossiping about it over tea and time, exclaiming, "Unbelievable!"

"The usual, right? Who wants to draw this time?" Grandpa Zhang chuckled. He got all excited when this was mentioned, took the key from the drawer, and led the person into the house.

Ling Mengxue looked around, feeling somewhat puzzled.

However, upon hearing the word "draw," she couldn't help but feel a little doubtful.

Is this "drawing" a serious matter?

Let me make this clear first, I won't "smoke" if it's not serious!

More strange ideas have popped up.

Luo Xiyan noticed her confusion, smiled faintly, moved her face closer to hers, and whispered, "Did you see the sycamore tree with colorful tags hanging at the entrance when you came in?"

"I saw it! Could it really be possible to get a full set of 10 consecutive lives in a single pull?! Or even a gold item in a single pull?!"

Ling Mengxue was taken aback. Remembering the wishing slip she had seen on the tree branch earlier, she quickly realized what it meant, and her eyes lit up instantly!

Looking at her innocent and naive appearance, Luo Xiyan couldn't help but feel a little awkward and helpless. Then she smiled even more brightly, her smile exuding an alluring fragrance. "Yes, you can get gold in a single pull, or a full set in ten pulls~ Grandpa Zhang is a member of the organization. Don't let his appearance fool you; he's actually an intelligence officer and messenger in charge of the Eastern District. He usually handles mission handover for agents. If needed, he can also exchange money for some strange little gadgets that might be helpful to you. Just show me your Ninth Bureau badge."

"That's it!!" Su Xiaoxiao suddenly appeared from behind the two of them with a grin. "As for us~ Xi Yan's status is higher, so she can bring anyone in. That's a perk!"

"Is that so?" Ling Mengxue covered her mouth, looking quite surprised.

But it can't really be like she thinks, where you can just tie any fortune slip and make a wish, right?

Is there really such an outrageous thing in the world?

Even dogs wouldn't believe that, why would you??

However, adhering to the belief that anything is possible, she still had some expectations. Magic was available, people could teleport, so why couldn't dreams come true?

But soon, Su Xiaoxiao jumped in and poured cold water on her enthusiasm. She pursed her lips, a bright smile spreading across her face, "Xiaoxue, what are you thinking? Daydreaming? It's just getting some small items, which can save us some points!"

"..."

Hearing this, Ling Mengxue was stunned.

So you came all this way just to save some points?

But she clearly remembered that Xi Yan knew her situation and didn't need this kind of thing at all, right?

Moreover, she had just provided her girlfriend with all the necessary magic scrolls and items not long ago, so it certainly couldn't be just because of such a small problem.

Su Xiaoxiao's share was also given to Luo Xiyan. As for the Intermediate-Tier Magical Girl... she can only continue to take it one step at a time, practice diligently, and not rush things.

"It's not as complicated as you think." Luo Xiyan looked at her, a youthful smile on her face, and shook her head warmly and elegantly.

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"The 'wishes' are products from different dimensions. If you need them but it's inconvenient, you can bring your friends here. They might even give you a surprise."

After listening to what Luo Xiyan said, Ling Mengxue suddenly understood and nodded shyly.

The problem is, she doesn't seem to have many friends in Yanjing, does she?

Are these kinds of "convenience stores" available in every area?

If so, she'd like to let Zhao Ping and his buddies come along and try their luck. If they actually get something, they'll be overjoyed, and it'll also provide an extra layer of security.

Three prayer slips, one for each person. Unlike the ones hanging on the trees outside, the slips given by Grandpa Zhang can be chosen freely and come in many different types.

Ling Mengxue wasn't entirely sure either, but from what the two young ladies were saying, the 'Wish Box' was created jointly by several major Magic Association and was ultimately handed over to the Special Affairs Bureau.

Some of the small items are not very useful or helpful to the Destiny Engraver, but distributing them can alleviate the current oppressive situation. There are only so many magical 'Wish Box', and the management system in each region is very strict. Each person can draw once a month and then follow the guidance to find the mysterious object that has been given magic. It feels a bit like opening a blind box.

Making a wish increases your chances of getting the item you want; it's a matter of probability, isn't it?

Luo Xiyan explained everything to her, and Ling Mengxue finally understood.

Intermediate and higher-level agents don't need to pay. Plus, Su Xiaoxiao is also a member of the Magic Association. After letting the others draw lots, Grandpa Zhang picked up his palm-leaf fan and went to play cards.

Under the sycamore tree, three people stood to one side, planning their "treasure hunt".

Su Xiaoxiao held her wishing slip in both hands, staring at it with a wide smile, her excitement palpable. "This is a huge win!"

"You guys go ahead, I'm going to buy some things later. Just treat making a wish as a thought."

Luo Xiyan turned around to hang the wishing slip on the tree, but seemingly sensing the thoughts of the two people behind her, she moved a little distance away, turned her head with a smile, and said, "Don't you know it's very impolite to peek at other people's wishes?"

"Oh... I didn't see it!"

Having her little secret exposed, Su Xiaoxiao suddenly pouted and scratched her head.

Ling Mengxue was also quite embarrassed; she was just a little curious.

It's only a tiny fraction, I really don't have any other thoughts!

The message she wrote on the prayer ribbon was also very "simple": [I hope the process of meeting the parents goes smoothly, and that my girlfriend is also at ease--]

[I hope there will be less pain and more care during that procedure in the future.]

[I hope that when that time comes, it won't hurt so much, and I won't be rolling around in bed in pain--]

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Hearing from Su Xiaoxiao and the others that she would receive items related to "wishes," she didn't hold back and wrote down everything she wanted to say, filling the entire small piece of paper with densely packed text.

It is said that prayers should be focused and sincere for them to be answered; otherwise, even a small guarantee will be wrong!

But... wasn't she sincere about every single one of these things?

Through her skirt, Ling Mengxue instinctively reached up to cover her crotch, feeling a little uncomfortable, a tingling, numb sensation—it was too "painful."

Thankfully, I went to the restroom and changed my underwear before leaving the house, otherwise wearing Shi's underwear would definitely be very uncomfortable.

Once all three had tied their prayer ribbons, it was time to divide the tasks.

Pay attention to your surroundings; you can use 'Elemental Sight' -like prompts to track your target.

This thing is very mysterious and has a certain degree of randomness. It could be a small treasure chest buried by the roadside, an item on a supermarket shelf, or even, to be more daring, a girl's personal item!

Everyone gets one chance to draw lots each month. If you don't get lucky... you'll just have to wait for the next one!

Anyway, you'll get the item you "desir" sooner or later.

Su Xiaoxiao smiled, her lips curving upwards, already filled with anticipation, and ran out of the alley following her clues.

The little girl was overjoyed and waved goodbye, "Well then, Xi Yan, Xiaoxue, see you later!"

"See you later..." Ling Mengxue waved and gave a slight smile.

"Xi Yan, won't you give it a try?"

Turning around, the faint sunlight shone on Luo Xiyan, making her feel shy.

Her clear, innocent eyes, long eyelashes trembling slightly, and fair, flawless skin with a faint rosy glow, along with her delicate little mouth and thin lips as tender and dewy as a rose—wasn't this simply irresistibly alluring?

Luo Xiyan looked in the direction Su Xiaoxiao left, and suddenly noticed Ling Mengxue's gaze. She just smiled faintly, the smile completely hidden between her lips.

Then she stepped forward, kissed him under his blank gaze, gently pressed her hand to her cheek, her eyes filled with tenderness, and said, "I'll pass~ Do you want me to come with you?"

"No... no need, Xi Yan, if you have something to do, please go ahead and take care of it..."

Feeling the warmth from her palm, Ling Mengxue felt her face heat up as well—warm, and shy!

Look how scared the child is, he's even stuttering...

Luo Xiyan released her hand, satisfied, and winked sweetly at her before continuing mysteriously, "How was tonight?"

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Finally, after they reached the street corner and she saw the person off, Ling Mengxue breathed a long sigh of relief.

That's possible, but she's completely the one being bullied.

They said we'd all "play together," but... but... sob sob...

"That's so unfair!"

Calming herself down, Ling Mengxue carefully sensed the guiding clues and discovered that she was not far from her target.

Fortunately, the area seemed to be near a school campus, so she stood to the side and waited for a bus for a while; one came every ten minutes or so.

Once on the bus, unsurprisingly, she became the center of attention for all the passengers. Regardless of whether they were men or women, everyone looked at her with amazement.

Although she had gotten somewhat used to people's gazes, Ling Mengxue still felt a little uncomfortable, so she simply pretended not to see anything.

"Excuse me, can I pay by mobile phone? I was in such a hurry and forgot to bring any change..."

My immediate thought was to save money on the bus fare, but I forgot about too many other factors.

The girl wore a white dress and a light gauze skirt, her ice-blue eyes as clear as water; a single glance was enough to captivate. Was she perhaps a fairy descended from heaven?

Stunning, pure, beautiful, breathtakingly beautiful, with a face like a flower and the moon, immaculate and flawless, as beautiful as a fairy...

It seems that no single adjective can adequately describe this girl's beauty!

Her small lips curled slightly, carrying a hint of embarrassment and slight bewilderment. Quiet and charming, both the subtle fragrance emanating from her and her captivatingly soft voice made one feel instantly at ease and comfortable.

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Ling Mengxue glanced around and, in just one look, many people couldn't help but lower their heads in embarrassment, making her lips twitch involuntarily.

Isn't that a bit too much?!

The driver was so engrossed in looking at her that he couldn't take his eyes off her for a while before he finally snapped out of it, blushing as he said, "Ahem... little sister, you can use your ride code now..."

Ling Mengxue nodded, then realized that her goal was primarily leisure activities. She understood why she was so tense.

Wouldn't it be easier to be more spontaneous?

The destination seemed to be the department store at the second bus stop, but what puzzled her was that the "target," which had been in a fixed position just moments before, suddenly began to move.

Could it be such a coincidence?

Was it a specific item that was then bought by someone?

Or... should we just let it go?

Ling Mengxue politely declined some requests for her contact information from boys and girls, then sat down in the back row by the window to continue pondering.

An item locked by 'Wish Magic' is just an ordinary object if it is not obtained by the 'wisher'. It can only be transformed into a 'magical item' by personally triggering the spell; otherwise, it is useless.

Normally, the agents could simply pay more money to buy the person off, but chasing after another person who's on the run takes much more time...

Well, if all else fails, I might as well stop by that training camp on the way and pick up what Sister Yan Ying mentioned.

After getting off the train at the station, I arrived at the plaza of the department store, which was about half the size of a football field, with a fountain in the middle and many festive items.

Many shops opened early, and people crowded in like a tidal wave, creating an atmosphere even more lively and bustling than during the Spring Festival. Was it simply because it was the weekend?

Looking at the crowd, Ling Mengxue put her hands in her shirt pockets and thought to herself.

Every now and then, passersby and customers would squeeze out of the store entrance carrying large bags and small packages, all with smiles on their faces.

Noticing some advertisements on the wall, she realized it was a large-scale group promotion.

Even though she was just standing in a corner of the square, Ling Mengxue was still the center of attention.