Sudden Attack-The Love Rivals' Showdown / Xiao Ji Hides Her Sorrow with a Smile

However, those two seconds were enough for Xiao Qingli to prepare her magic.

Xiao Qingli leaped backward, trying to increase the distance between herself and Ling Mengxue. At the same time, two purple magic star arrays in her hands flickered.

"BOOM--!!"

A tremendous roar followed, and a dazzling bolt of lightning struck. In an instant, the night was as bright as day, and the entire Azure Lake was illuminated. Although it lasted only for a brief moment, the commotion it caused was enough to attract the attention of those nearby.

Ling Mengxue never expected this woman to be so crazy. She kept saying she liked her, but she was more ruthless than anyone else when she attacked.

Fortunately, she had prepared a backup plan, raising her talent level. Just before Xiao Qingli made her move, she silently activated "Order Space," using Reverse Spatial Folding to barely deflect the attack to a corner of the roadside.

Level 5 Order Space: The domain coverage area is increased to 500 square meters around the target, gravity multiplier x50 (target's own weight), buoyancy x50 (target's own weight).

It's true that having Fifth Order talent is very strong, but forcibly returning the locked target is impossible. Middle Tier lightning magic isn't so easy to catch, especially after receiving two levels of magical enhancement.

For a moment, Ling Mengxue was worried that the "Order Space" might collapse under the pressure, but fortunately, only a minor crack appeared, allowing it to stabilize a little longer!

"Ah!!"

Suddenly, a scream rang out not far away. Without time to think, Ling Mengxue only had time to glance to the side, only to find that it was a "familiar face," and she couldn't help but pause for a moment.

"Ma Xiaotong?"

Is the little girl taking a walk here so late at night?

Clang!

Before she could react, Xiao Qingli had already conjured two ice swords and was charging towards her.

With a brief moment of distraction, Ling Mengxue quickly used "Spatial Swap" to return the Moonstar Blade to her hand.

I almost fell for their trick.

Who knew she was an ice-type battle mage?

Why do you Magical Girls always seem to focus on warriors instead of magic?

It's true that it has high close-range destructive power and ease of use, but to engage in hand-to-hand combat with Astral Mark Girl at the same level is just plain ridiculous, isn't it?

Ling Mengxue's swordsmanship was already superb. Amidst the dazzling sword shadows, her casual sword skills were enough to suppress her opponent. Soon, Xiao Qingli began to be on the defensive, as she was cut in multiple places. Although they were only superficial wounds, they were still quite serious.

The strength of the Middle Tier magic ice sword is definitely not low, and it comes with the "Extreme Frost True Damage" effect. However, it is extremely fragile in front of Ling Mengxue's Moonstar Blade and breaks after only a few parries.

The ice blade shattered, Xiao Qingli was able to reassemble it in a very short time. Even though she was covered in bruises, she seemed completely unaware of it, her expression unchanged, as if she were deep in thought.

Xiao Qingli fought and retreated, unable to mount any effective resistance, and could only passively endure the blows and the pain from the scraping therapy.

The two sides reached a stalemate.

In fact, Ling Mengxue still held back. She felt that something was wrong, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it.

Although the ice sword had the effect of reducing the target's "speed," and this effect intensified over time, with the "freezing" effect continuously worsening, its impact on Ling Mengxue was negligible. However, the feeling Xiao Qingli gave her wasn't a reduction in her movement or speed, but rather... a reduction in strength?

Holy crap?!

This woman is up to her old tricks again!!

When she realized what was happening, Ling Mengxue almost lost her grip on the hilt of her sword. She managed to push Xiao Qingli back with a powerful Layered Slash.

What the hell is this thing that has a built-in nerve-paralyzing effect??

Slow reaction, almost caused a rollover!

Isn't this ice magic? How can it be so bizarre?!

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Chapter Thirty-Two: A Sudden Attack - A Battlefield

"Mengxue, are you... are you sparring?"

Ma Xiaotong, who had been hiding to the side, finally couldn't help but speak up, calling out to Ling Mengxue from afar. Although she said that, her tone was clearly not very confident.

After all, an ordinary person seeing such a bloody scene, with two people fighting with real knives and swords, sparks flying everywhere, would not think of the word "sparring" at all. The reason Ma Xiaotong asked that question was just to reduce some psychological pressure on herself.

So what's going on here?

A war between Magical Girls?

Is this some kind of high-energy stunt?!

Ling Mengxue had no time to pay attention to her, holding a Tang sword and a COP pistol in her hands, her attention completely focused on Xiao Qingli.

Xiao Qingli ignored Ma Xiaotong's sudden appearance. As an agent herself, she was responsible for protecting ordinary people and couldn't afford to take action, especially since she was also seriously injured.

"Little sister, I surrender, I'm not fighting anymore. How can you be so strong? I can't take it anymore. I'll give you the points~" Xiao Qingli stuck out her tongue at Ling Mengxue, then threw the ice sword on the ground and raised her hands with a helpless expression.

Ling Mengxue had no idea what this woman was up to this time, but Xiao Qingli's menacing smile made her very uncomfortable, as if she were being watched by a venomous snake.

However, wanting a truce is certainly a good thing. With such a commotion, people will probably be arriving soon, and she doesn't want to escalate the situation further.

After a moment's thought, Ling Mengxue put her weapon back into her Destiny Space, clapped her hands, and prepared to leave. "I don't need any points. Don't bother me anymore. I heard from Sister Xiao Xiao that you're a 'dangerous' person."

Points? You've heard my story?

Xiao Qingli looked at her, her hands folded in front of her, slightly reserved. She licked her lips and said, "Little sister, seeing is believing. Why don't you try dating me? Don't believe all the rumors!"

"Yes, hearing is not always believing, and seeing is not always the truth."

Ling Mengxue nodded in deep agreement, but remembering what had just happened, she would be a fool to actually believe it!

"Since you've said that, why were you so ruthless just now?"

Xiao Qingli pitifully wiped away her tears and said softly, "So that's how my little sister feels about me? Everyone says that hitting someone is a sign of affection, and scolding someone is a sign of love. Haven't I shown it clearly enough, sister? Waaah~ I'm so sad~"

"..."

This year's Oscar is definitely yours!

Ling Mengxue's lips twitched involuntarily. The fighting subsided, and it was only then that Ma Xiaotong dared to muster her courage and approach, asking softly, "Mengxue, what... what were you doing? I was almost scared to death! I thought there was an earthquake!"

"As you can see, we are exchanging friendly greetings."

Ma Xiaotong: "??"

"Ahem... it was just a friendly spar, don't take it to heart. By the way, what are you doing here? Taking a walk in the suburban park in the middle of the night?" Ling Mengxue was a little embarrassed. This kind of thing was not easy to explain to ordinary people, so she simply changed the subject.

Before Ma Xiaotong could speak, Xiao Qingli had already walked over, startling her so much that she immediately hid behind Ling Mengxue.

This is a female demon! If we don't hide her quickly, are we just waiting to be feasted on?

In this situation, a normal person's reaction would be just as normal as anyone else's.

Xiao Qingli didn't mind, she just tilted her head and smiled at Ma Xiaotong. Her pure and lovely appearance made people feel very friendly. She waved her little hand, "This little sister is quite cute, isn't she? Do you want to come home with me and play for a while? My house is quite big~ If you get tired of playing, you can go straight to sleep!"

Is this "playing around" serious?

Ma Xiaotong gripped Ling Mengxue's arm tightly, peeked out slightly, and didn't dare to say a word.

Seeing this, Ling Mengxue sighed helplessly, reached out and ruffled her hair, then turned her gaze back to Xiao Qingli and said gently, "Don't scare her. She has powerful backers. Be careful, or Yi Yun will come after you."

"Brother Yi Yun? I remember we were classmates. He's quite handsome, but unfortunately he didn't come back for the school anniversary celebration. I almost forgot about him~" Xiao Qingli's gaze was distant, her index finger pursed her lips, looking a little confused, and she pondered for a moment.

Suddenly, she clapped her hands, her eyes lighting up slightly. "Right, isn't Yi Yun just Senior Investigator? I don't need to be afraid of him at all!"

Your focus is weird, huh?

"Sister, do you know Brother Yi Yun?"

The mere mention of Yi Yun seemed to instantly dispel Ma Xiaotong's fear. She boldly stepped out from behind Ling Mengxue, hands on her hips, trying to appear more imposing. "Sister, let me tell you, even though you're very capable, no matter what, Brother Yi Yun is mine! I won't let you take him away!"

"Uh..." Xiao Qingli's expression froze for a moment; Ma Xiaotong's sudden change in personality almost caught her off guard.

But then, she smiled innocently, her eyes filled with affection and tenderness as she raised her hand, her fingertips gently tracing her chest, and softly said, "Brother Yi Yun ~ I like him so much too. What is he to you, little sister? If you two aren't in that kind of relationship yet, can I get involved too~"

"No... no!"

Ma Xiaotong seemed to be holding her breath, her face flushed red, but her eyes were fixed firmly on Xiao Qingli as she said without backing down, "Yi Yun and I grew up together, our relationship is closer than yours, Yi Yun definitely liked me first, you, you, you... you definitely can't take him away! Don't waste your time!"

"Oh?! Really? Really?? Maybe Yi Yun would prefer a cute, adorable, charming, and considerate little soft girl like me? I'm quite confident about that~"

"Ugh! I see it now, you're a bad woman! You big green tea b*tch! I'm definitely telling my brother to stay far away from you!" Ma Xiaotong rubbed her head with both hands, somewhat exasperated.

"Huh? Does that mean I'm just a bad woman, a green tea b*tch, in my sister's eyes? I was just about to invite you over, but I didn't expect to be disliked by her so quickly. I'm so sorry, waaaaah~~"

"..."

Ignored to the side, Ling Mengxue listened to their back-and-forth arguing, which hadn't ended in ages, and she was about to explode!

Without hesitation, Ling Mengxue immediately blocked Ma Xiaotong's path, "Miss Xiao Qingli, right? Haven't you heard anything yet? We'll be too late if we don't leave now. Let's restore the surrounding environment first!"

"Oh, right~ Okay, okay." Xiao Qingli realized what she meant and nodded repeatedly, not forgetting to ask with a smile, "Before that, my sister told me that my name could be exchanged for 'clearing the field,' that's not unreasonable, is it?"

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Chapter Thirty-Three: Xiao Ji's Smile Conceals His Sorrow

Afterwards, Ling Mengxue sent Xiao Qingli away and immediately teleported away with Ma Xiaotong.

As for later, if Special Affairs Bureau send people to investigate, they will probably find out what happened. They will probably just survey the scene, take photos, and go through the motions.

Battles between the Destiny Engraver are commonplace in the Yanjing area, but the damaged sites still need to be restored, and ordinary people must not be harmed.

If you rush out and leave behind any evidence, compensation is a minor issue; the Magic Prison welcomes you!

For certain powerful and malicious entities, the only recourse is to apply to the Magic Association or Ninth Bureau's high-level combat forces investigate and handle the matter.

At this moment, Ling Mengxue and her group were located on the beach not far from the West Suburb Park.

Under the deep blue night sky, the coastline of Moon Islet Bay stretches out before you. Ma Xiaotong walks on the beach, carrying her shoes in both hands, looking down at the coral islands below, which resemble a string of pearls on the blue sea.

Next to the coast is a row of fish-shaped overwater bungalows, with rows of individual overwater villas on both sides of the boardwalk. The dark brown roofs and white walls create a unified look, making it a perfect resort. Even though it was dark, you could still see quite a few people on the beach.

Ling Mengxue walked with Ma Xiaotong for a while, without getting wet at all. Her delicate, fair face seemed to be filled with two words: boredom.

The night was beautiful, but she wasn't in the mood for that; she was thinking about some important matters.

Thinking of Xiao Qingli's fair and delicate face, so unpredictable, it was clearly an extremely pure face.

Sometimes alluring, sometimes adorable, sometimes wicked, sometimes playful, with upturned eyes and a seductive gaze, she's unpredictable. At times, she's touchingly "innocent." I wonder how her acting compares to Principal Meng Yi's?

I still need to go back to Ping'an Street to "take care" of Bai Yun's feelings, and also the Blood Doll. I need to check on that little girl; I wonder if she's forgotten about her owner?

Then, he also promised Xia Keke that he would visit her at the Star Engraving Alliance after returning, get to know everyone, and complete the follow-up tasks.

Finally, after a day of rest, I can take the bus home!

Isn't this plan perfect?

Ling Mengxue strolled leisurely on the beach, then, feeling uncomfortable, simply took off her shoes and socks.

I put on my headphones and started listening to music. My fair feet left clear little footprints on the golden sand.

Ma Xiaotong walked to the side, playfully kicking at the waves, then turned to Ling Mengxue, "Little Xue, let's play in the sand!"

"Ah?"

Sand?

Who do you think you are?

Ling Mengxue was somewhat speechless. She thought that Ma Xiaotong would immediately ask her about what had just happened as soon as she found an opportunity, but unexpectedly, he didn't mention it at all. However, she was still very gratified about this.

"Little Xue, you're so pretty, so beautiful, and Magical Girls too! You must be very popular at school, right?" Ma Xiaotong lowered her head again, her voice becoming softer. "Actually, I knew you were a big star from the first time we met, but I was too shy to bring it up. I'm actually a fan of yours..."

Ling Mengxue was slightly taken aback, but remained silent.

"You know what? I went to that training camp again today to see Brother Yi Yun, but he was still very busy. This time he didn't even have a chance to see me. I even suspect he's avoiding me!"

"Maybe... he's really busy?" Ling Mengxue didn't know how to reply.

"Hehe, maybe."

Ma Xiaotong smiled involuntarily, then her expression turned somewhat sad. "Do you think Brother Yi Yun might be in danger? I heard your work is very dangerous. Lots of forums online are saying... it's not just those mysterious and eerie secret realms, but even in our world, there might be terrifying monsters..."

The sea breeze was a bit chilly. Ling Mengxue put her hands in her shirt pockets, turned her head slightly, and carefully looked at Ma Xiaotong.

She has medium-length hair, with Liu Hai covering one eye. She has an oval face, clean skin, and a slender figure. Her eyes are large but exceptionally bright, and even with a hint of worry, she is full of hope and longing for life.