Kailinfu's Past

In the stillness of the night, the atmosphere in the room was somewhat heavy, as everyone listened attentively to Kailinfu recount her past.

Even Hughes frowned at this moment.

It was three years ago when Kailinfu first came to Magnolia Town: according to her, she secretly infiltrated the Eastern Continent four years ago when the Alvarez Empire attacked the Ishgar Continent.

After a year of traveling and investigating the Ishgar Continent, they finally settled in Magnolia Town.

Hughes didn't doubt that Kailinfu was lying to them or exaggerating on purpose.

After all, the Alvarez Empire he knew was far more exaggerated than what Kailinfu had described!

Sitting next to Hughes Makarov, like Gildarts, had a furrowed brow.

Four years ago, when the Alvarez Empire attacked the Ishgar Continent, the two of them went to the front lines to provide support.

The two were well aware of the Alvarez Empire's formidable strength; it could be said that if it weren't for the Magic Council deploying the terrifying weapon of Etherion...

Whether the eastern continent of Ishgar still exists is another matter entirely.

However, they did not expect that the Alvarez Empire, while attacking the Eastern Continent, would still have the resources to sweep through the Western Continent Alakitasia.

They even razed the Magic Council of the Western Continent to the ground.

Just how much power does this monster empire still conceal?

Thinking of this, Makarov suddenly fell silent; to be honest, he regretted his contact with Kailinfu, for he should not have gotten involved in the murky waters of the Western Continent.

I should have done what the others did and just kicked Kailinfu out.

After a long pause, Makarov frowned and pondered, "Kailinfu, you've been in Magnolia Town for three years. During this time, you've begged me countless times, and I've politely refused you countless times."

As an old man, it is absolutely unacceptable for me to travel to the Alakitasia Continent to help you get rid of Bloodman.

I know that Bloodman used Curse to detain the souls of countless people, including your parents, and he deserves to die.

But I hope you can understand that Bloodman must not die at my hands.

Because he is an important figure in the Alvarez Empire, and I am Ten Wizard Saints Ones of the Ishgar Continent.

I do not wish to become an excuse for the Alvarez Empire to attack Ishgar Continent again, nor do I wish to become a sinner against this continent.

"You've approached other members of the Ten Wizard Saints," I believe that even if you offered the greatest benefits, they would immediately reject your request.

The only one who can help you is the Magic Council. I have some connections within the Magic Council; over the past three years, I've repeatedly asked them to mention it to the Speaker, members, and others...

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At this point, Makarov sighed, the meaning of which was self-evident.

The room fell silent for a moment. Hughes was lost in thought, Kailinfu hung her head and remained silent, while the others Makarov's words.

"Actually, I knew the outcome three years ago, before I even came to Magnolia Town," Kailinfu suddenly said.

"In my first year in Ishgar, on the eastern continent, I searched for Degus Hyberion, Wolfheim, and Warrod Sink, who has ties to your Fairy Tail guild."

I don't expect them to help me destroy the Alvarez Empire, I don't even dare to ask them to kill Bloodman, the demon who killed my parents.

I only beg them to intervene and let my parents' souls rest in peace, so they will no longer suffer Bloodman's abuse.

As she spoke of her sorrow, Kailinfu's voice choked with emotion, and the ground beneath her bowed head became damp.

"Isn't it ridiculous? I naively thought that no matter what they asked for, I would agree to it."

"I can give them the family's most treasured possessions, intelligence from the Western Continent, and even myself."

"But in the end, not a single person agreed to meet me, and I didn't even get to see them a second time."

Kailinfu's voice grew increasingly choked with sobs. She raised her hand and wiped her face, as if trying to erase her own weakness, but she couldn't control the twitching in her shoulders.

Makarov and Gildarts, sitting opposite Kailinfu, exchanged a glance and sighed inwardly.

Did Degussa Hyberion and his two companions do anything wrong?

That's right; as members of the "Ten Wizard Saints," there's absolutely nothing wrong with what they did.

Was Kailinfu wrong?

What's wrong with saving your parents? If they were Kailinfu, they might have been blinded by hatred and fallen into becoming dark mages!

Hughes stopped daydreaming; his usual playful grin was now replaced by silence. His eyelids drooped as he quietly watched Kailinfu sob.

This is also a pitiful person—his radiant exterior conceals unspeakable sorrow.

Mira's gaze lingered with pity for a moment. She rose, glanced around, and walked towards a spot not far away.

After a moment, Mira took a pack of tissues and handed it to Kailinfu, then gently patted her shoulder.

Perhaps such comfort will make Kailinfu feel better.

Kailinfu pulled out a tissue to wipe her tears, her head still bowed, and said in a sobbing voice, "After being rejected by Warrod Sinken, I was devastated for a long time. I hated myself for being useless, and I hated why my magical talent was so poor."

During those two months, I couldn't face reality. I locked myself away and even thought about ending it all.

Until one day, I stared at myself in the mirror all day, and as the sun set, I asked myself, "Am I content?"

That night, I fell asleep, the most peaceful night's sleep I'd had since setting foot on the Ishgar Continent.

The next day at dawn, I hurried towards Magnolia Town.

At this point, Kailinfu raised her head, her red and tearful eyes looking at everyone.

"I won't give up. If I can't find anyone to help me on the Ishgar Continent, I'll go to other continents."

I will definitely free my parents' souls from Bloodman's clutches.

She spoke loudly and resolutely, without the slightest hesitation or timidity.

Makarov and Gildarts remained silent, their brows furrowed deeply.

Perhaps seeking help from other continents would be a more feasible path for Kailinfu.

But after learning of the Alvarez Empire's strength, how many people would truly be willing to help her?

At this moment, Hughes suddenly stood up, stretched, and said, "I can help you, but the conditions won't be cheap."

As soon as he finished speaking, Makarov, as if he had eaten Gum-Gum Fruit, suddenly grew his fist bigger and longer, and once again crushed Hughes into a compressed biscuit.

"Hughes, with your strength, you can't make promises recklessly," Gildarts added.

Kailinfu glanced at Hughes, then looked away again.

Hughes:

"No, old man, don't be so hasty! I haven't finished speaking yet!"

"I am self-aware; I know the strength of the Alvarez Empire better than any of you."

I meant later, after my strength has increased several times over, I will help Kailinfu free her parents' souls."

Everyone: Hughes is shameless enough to try and get something for nothing in this atmosphere, making empty promises.

Is this even human? Did Happy eat my conscience?

Happy raises his hand: Hey, thank you for thinking of me, but I don't eat black liver.