Living with a magical girl, but a weirdo cadre

　Although he only occasionally came across video clips of Magical Girl Shining☆chan, he didn't even follow her account.

　"Alright, I'll ask you..."

　Yao Chuanguang spoke without hesitation, questioning this strange man who claimed to be his fan: "What is my attack power in the mobile game 'Magical Girl Duel'?"

　wack:"……"

　"Who would know that?!"

　The strange man felt that Yao Chuan was deliberately making things difficult for him, and he clenched his fists angrily: "Besides yourself, who else would know? If anyone else knows, I'll release the hostage immediately!"

　Almost the instant he finished speaking, a weak voice came from the corner of the coffee shop—

　"Magical Girl Shining☆-chan, an attack-type SR card, with an attack power of 78, a defense power of 61, and a tactical power of 30... Our own magical girl from Fuuto, fans will naturally remember her very clearly."

　A maid spoke with great familiarity, and she continued, seemingly eager to elaborate: "Skills are..."

　When attacking, there's a chance to use a flash attack, stunning the enemy for one turn; with good luck, the stun can last indefinitely.

　After the waiter's introduction, the strange man who claimed to be a fan of Yaochuan Guang fell silent... but it was clear that he was unlikely to keep his promise.

　"Damn it, who understands this stuff?!"

　After roaring like that, the strange man placed his fingernails on the neck of the hostage in his hand, and his rapidly mutated claws slashed open a gash on her neck.

　Glistening beads of blood slid down her neck...

　The little girl next to Cong Yu felt a pang of anxiety at the sight. She wanted to cry, but remembering Cong Yu's earlier words, she could only sob softly, "Waaah—"

　Cong Yu, however, had a very serious expression, as if he had noticed something, and slowly said, "I've figured it out."

　These words made the little girl stop crying, and her eyes lit up.

　She had long felt that Cong Yu, this handsome guy, was no ordinary person; he must have come up with a way to break the deadlock!

　Then, under her expectant gaze.

　"I drew character illustrations for that magical girl mobile game. They sent me a real photo and asked me to draw it based on it. They didn't have any special requirements, and they quoted a price very readily."

　"Ah, what a fantastic client."

　little girl:"……"

　Is now the time to think about this?!

　Chapter Seventeen: The Golden Belt Amidst the Rain

　“Listen to me, I just got into an argument with a few maids in the kitchen. Then my magic went out of control and caused an explosion, which was not my intention.”

　The strange man defended himself.

　The moment the strange man spoke, one of the maids immediately retorted, "You were the one who harassed Airi first!"

　A shadow crossed the strange man's eyes at her words.

　It was indeed him. After discovering that he had gained magic power, he became arrogant and lawless, which is why he harassed these girls.

　But putting the facts aside, if they hadn't rejected and insulted me, would my magic have gone out of control?

　Even if I am 99% responsible, don't these guys bear even 1% of the responsibility? How dare they shamelessly accuse me of harassment?

　Thinking this, the strange man gritted his teeth, his attitude becoming even more humble, almost pleading as he looked at Yao Chuanguang: "I was wrong, I know I was wrong, I will definitely be a good person in the future, and I will never do anything like this again."

　Despite saying this, the strange man showed no intention of releasing the hostage, and his eyes turned sinister.

　If given the chance to escape, he will definitely find an opportunity to take revenge on these maids, and even on the magical girl Shining☆chan who ruined his plans.

　This strange man already had a plan in mind.

　He originally wanted to be an unrestrained eccentric, but now he realizes that he can't do without an organization, so he tries to join the 22nd Group.

　I've heard from some strange people that there's a rare male executive in the 22nd Group who utterly despises magical girls and has to torment them every day before he can sleep peacefully.

　Then we'll ask that cadre to kill this Shining☆chan.

　(Cong Yu: ...)

　After hearing what the strange man said, Hikaru Yokawa was also at a loss for what to do, not because of the other party's pleas, but because of the hostage in his hands.

　The other party's demand was to "leave with the hostages," which implied that they were playing with the safety of the hostages.

　Yao Chuan Guang pursed his lips, trying hard to recall how the other magical girls in the video he had seen dealt with this situation.

　It seems, perhaps, possibly, maybe... is a direct attack.

　They tried their best to avoid the hostages, but even if the monster killed one of them, there was nothing they could do.

　Reason told Yaochuan that doing this was the best course of action.

　But emotionally, all she could do was feel helpless...

　As the magical girl Shining☆chan hesitated, the monster grew increasingly impatient, and its claws gradually slashed through the hostage's throat.

　The hostage, who was being held captive, struggled incessantly; she was the coffee shop owner, a woman in a work uniform.

　Even though her black-stockinged legs were kicking wildly in the air, she could only watch as the monster gradually increased the damage to herself.

　The situation had become so critical that Yaochuan Guang could no longer afford to hesitate.

　Hikaru Yokawa began to silently accumulate magical power... Perhaps, sometimes, magical girls can only accept such necessary sacrifices.

　At that moment, a voice broke the deadlock—

　"Wait! I have a win-win proposal."

　Amidst these sounds, a boy slowly walked into the coffee shop under the gaze of the strange man and everyone else.

　Although the movements were very cool and stylish, I don't know why there were three or four leaves on his head, it felt a bit ridiculous.

　"Huh? Who are you?"

　The strange man immediately became alert.

　To his surprise, Magical Girl Shining☆chan reacted even more strongly: "Murayu? Didn't you go home?"

　Stranger: You know him?

　Amidst the strange man's suspicious expression, Cong Yu glanced at Yao Chuan Guang, who had revealed his name, and then said, "I think I can make an exchange with this hostage."

　In other words, the strange man tied up Cong Yu and released the woman he was holding.

　Upon hearing this, many people's expressions changed. The female shop manager in black stockings asked with difficulty, "You... cough cough... why?"

　In response to her inquiry

　Cong Yu smiled helplessly, but her tone remained calm: "Your daughter cares about you a lot... If a mother dies in front of her daughter, it will ruin the child's life."

　Everyone who heard Cong Yu's words—from Yao Chuan Guang to the shop manager, and even the eccentric—looked towards the door and saw a nervous-looking little girl.

　"But, Congyu-chan, you're just an ordinary person..."

　Yao Chuanguang was somewhat moved as she said this. She wanted to stop Cong Yu but couldn't bring herself to say the words: "Damn it, I... I'm still too weak."

　Seeing Yaochuan Guang's grief-stricken expression, the strange man had already made up his mind. He grabbed Cong Yu and then pushed the woman in his arms to the ground.

　"Now! Let me leave immediately! No one is allowed to follow me!"

　The strange man roared and rushed out of the shop, taking Cong Yu hostage. After he left, the little girl immediately ran in crying and hugged her mother.

　"Waaaaah... Big brother... Big brother..."

　Amid the little girl's cries, the female shopkeeper, who had caught her breath, also looked worriedly at the departing strange man and the kidnapped Cong Yu.

　That boy, simply because "a mother cannot die in front of her daughter,"...

　Moreover, it seems to be someone Magical Girl Shining☆chan knows.

　"Damn it, I'm a magical girl, but I need Murasame to come..."

　Yao Chuanguang was devastated. She gripped her wand tightly, saying, "Damn it, I'll definitely find a way to save them..."

　Yaochuan Guang made this vow, but before he could finish speaking...

　"boom!!!"

　"..."

　"Fuck!"

　"This young man."

　"It's under control! Naked choke!"

　"..." The loud noise pulled Yaochuan Guang back from her daze. She opened her eyes in confusion and immediately saw the shopkeeper and the little girl's amazed expressions.

　"That big brother is so fast."

　The little girl's eyes were filled with admiration as she mimicked the action of quickly grabbing someone's neck and then slamming them to the ground.

　The store manager's beautiful eyes sparkled as she gazed out of the store.

　"???" Yaochuan looked towards the door with a puzzled expression, and then saw... Murasame, who was fixed in a strange position under the monster.

　The two remained locked in combat on the ground, and it was clear to the naked eye that the strange man was being completely overwhelmed by Cong Yu.

　Despite being a strange person, he was being relentlessly strangled by Cong Yu.

　"Heh...drink..."

　The strange man seemed to be completely out of breath, trying hard to breathe but unable to, his face ashen as he was prying Cong Yu's arm.

　But the seemingly slender arms were like a deadly guillotine, completely clamping down on the monster's throat.

　"1, 2, 3, 4..."

　The maids in the café also started counting down, as if they were in a free-fighting arena.

　Everyone got involved, just like being at a professional tournament.

　"8, 9, 10!"

　Almost the instant the countdown ended, the strange man rolled his eyes, went limp, and lost consciousness.

　Immediately, Cong Yu waved his arms in the air, giving himself a summary that sounded like a fighting game sound effect: "WINNER!"

　Yao Chuanguang: "..."

　Yao Chuanguang:? ? ?

　Chapter 18 Interview

　"Hello everyone, welcome to Fuuto Radio Station! This is your neighbor Sugisaki Hideo bringing you a live report."

　"Just now, a massive explosion occurred near Hongxin Commercial Street! The explosion injured 31 people, two of whom are currently receiving emergency treatment!"

　"The culprit is a young man who has only recently become a monster. But Magical Girl Shining☆Chan arrives in time to prevent further destruction."

　"During the riot, a young mother was taken hostage by a strange man, but fortunately a teenager stepped forward and successfully subdued the man."

　A man who looked like a reporter was speaking in front of various recording devices... A man holding many different kinds of microphones also said a few words.

　The extent of the disaster was described.

　The announcer, named Sugisaki Hideo, appears to be a man in his thirties, but he always has dead fish eyes and looks very depressed.

　It gives the impression of a corporate slave who is thankful for working overtime every day, but after all, it's a radio station rather than a TV station.

　Therefore, there's no need to worry too much about appearance.

　As the microphone was once again pointed at Hideo Sugisaki, he continued his live broadcast: "Afterwards, the boy received gratitude from the public, and we invited him to be interviewed."

　As he said this, he directed the TV station staff to adjust the equipment and then looked at Cong Yu, who had a look of utter despair.

　"Hello, in such a critical situation, how did you come up with the idea of ​​exchanging yourself for hostages?"

　Sugisaki Hideo asked this question.

　"..." Cong Yu remained silent. He had no idea why a former leader of monsters would be on TV now to introduce his "heroic deeds".

　Does this count as "getting out of the pit and then going back to criticize"?

　Thinking about all sorts of random things, Cong Yu calmly rambled on, "It was the Black Flame Dragon. It was the Black Flame Dragon residing in my right hand that made me take action."

　"

　Black Flame Dragon?

　Huh? What the heck?