Living with a magical girl, but a weirdo cadre

　"..." Cong Yu also realized that she probably shouldn't have used such a "persuasive" approach to ask and answer questions.

　Other kids pretend to be stupid, but this kid... he doesn't seem to be faking it.

　I mean... do you need to introduce yourself?

　"I've checked your YouTube account," Cong Yu said with a slight headache. "Your videos are updated very slowly."

　"Even so, they still maintain a decent number of fans and new followers, but their operational methods are very rudimentary."

　As she said this, Cong Yu, sitting on the bench, propped her chin up and said simply, "Today's video is Azuma Nagisa's introduction to joining the team."

　Lan Tianzhu nodded in agreement.

　Yaochuan Guang immediately pointed at Lan Tianzhu, amusement on his face: "So, is Lan Tianzhu going to introduce herself like that?"

　As Yaochuan Guang spoke, he pointed to the filming studio from which rap music was coming from.

　"Of course not... What kind of comprehension do you have?"

　Cong Yu sighed and continued to explain, "All you need is a very simple self-introduction, explaining that you've joined."

　"Moreover, I won't release the video immediately. Instead, I'll have someone make a teaser video first, showing a silhouette of Lantian Zhu and a countdown."

　"About seven days... and every day, I would upload some information about Lantianzhu, and on the last day, I would upload a video introducing myself."

　"Seven days of pre-event promotion should generate some buzz, after all, Yaochuan Guang, your popularity is not low to begin with."

　"After that, you can try sharing updates on Mebook to increase fan engagement... just like many magical girls do."

　As Cong Yu spoke, she analyzed the actions that needed to be taken at the moment... This was a very basic marketing strategy that could be easily explained in words.

　In fact, you can operate any business you like.

　To reiterate, Yaochuan Guang is already quite popular, and Lantian Zhu can easily gain a large number of fans just by riding on his popularity.

　This point had already been proven by countless idol groups and virtual idol groups before Cong Yu's transmigration.

　But after all, Yaochuan Guang and Lantian Zhu don't have much time to do live streams, and they can't find anything to do them.

　Relying solely on video revenue might result in a relatively slow monetization process.

　Yao Chuanguang pondered Cong Yu's analysis and plans for a moment. Then, with great confidence, he clenched his right fist and tapped his left palm: "Oh! I completely understand!"

　↑Completely don't understand

　Chapter 41 Human Relationships and Social Skills

　Today is a good day for those who follow the Fuuto Magical Girl Agency and the Fuuto Team...

　Or rather, today is a good day for fans of the Fuuto Squad (Magical Girl Shining☆chan).

　Wow!! They released a video!

　A woman who looked like a female student was casually scrolling through her phone when she paused for a moment... realizing she had scrolled through some serious notifications.

　"Is this a new member announcement? Is Magical Girl Shining☆Chan getting a new companion?"

　Wow! I received the notification too, it's true!

　Some students who are interested in magical girls and have followed the Fuuto Squad account started discussing this matter.

　Well, if it settles down until the second day, it will probably generate a lot of buzz, right?

　After all, the video Cong Yu posted at this moment had a "deciphering" style, revealing only a little bit of information, like squeezing toothpaste.

　That is, the first video.

　Although Fuuto Radio had previously reported on matters related to Azuma no Nagisa, this "this" is, after all, official confirmation.

　Just like the leaked information we have on hand.

　No matter how many moles there are, the official, piecemeal release of information can still bring some novelty.

　For Nagisa Azuma and Hikaru Yokawa... this translates to popularity.

　"Oh right, Yaochuan Guang..."

　Cong Yu glanced at the students in the corridor and remarked that quite a few people liked Yao Chuan Guang... no, or rather...

　Actually, there are quite a few people who like [Magical Girl Shining☆-chan], aren't there?

　"Ok?"

　Amidst Yao Chuanguang's questioning voice, Cong Yu, carrying a gift box, simply said, "I outsourced the video editing; please settle the payment."

　"..."

　Do you have an invoice?

　In response to Yaochuan Guang's question, Congyu hissed, which made Yaochuan Guang laugh: "Hehe, just kidding... How much is it, Congyu-chan?"

　That's more like it...

　"I have connections... a friendly price of three hundred."

　As Cong Yu said this, looking at Yao Chuan Guang whose eyes were darting around, she could pretty much guess what Cong Yu was going to say.

　An idiot won't say anything to prank others first, but once they realize they're an idiot, they'll use words that the idiot considers to be said by a "smart person" to mock them in return.

　"Cong Yu, you mentioned that before... So why don't you just film police dogs on the street instead of following your own 'path'?!"

　To Yaochuan Guang's confident response, Cong Yu had already prepared her reply: "Because I'm saving you money."

　"If you're willing, around four or five hundred might be more reasonable? Or you could add a pair of your used stockings."

　As Cong Yu continued, he used the topic from the day before yesterday to play pranks. He smiled and said, "What did I do to make you disrespect me so much that you won't even call me Godfather?"

　"..." Yao Chuan Guang rolled his eyes at this, wondering if Cong Yu had gone crazy from watching "The Godfather".

　However, she should thank him in this matter, both morally and logically.

　"Anyway, thank you, Congyu-chan—"

　As Yao Chuan Guang spoke, he took out 1,000 yuan from his wallet, handed it to Cong Yu, and smiled, "Anyway, the stockings were just a joke, right?"

　"..." Cong Yu: "..."

　Of course, the stockings were a joke.

　But, but...

　Do you think it's appropriate for me to accept the money now?

　Cong Yu spoke calmly, then sighed and gestured for Yao Chuan Guang to watch out for the students passing by: "Idiot, idiot."

　Only then did Yaochuan Guang realize that his actions had been somewhat hasty...

　This can lead to ambiguity.

　"What? So Cong Yu and that transfer student are..."

　"Cong Yu, is it only a thousand a night?"

　"So... that's all there is to it..."

　"The deal...tsk tsk tsk, so dirty."

　"..." Amidst the whispers of the surrounding students, Yaochuan Guang's body stiffened, and her face visibly began to flush.

　"Quack! Anyway, Cong Yu, hurry up and put the money away!"

　Yaochuan shouted strangely and haphazardly stuffed the banknotes in his hand into Congyu's arms, then deliberately ignored the rumors.

　And even though they only heard a little bit, why is everyone's attitude that "Yaochuan made a profit" while "Congyu was played"?

　I'm a beautiful girl too!

　It seems that Yaochuan Guang immediately became concerned about the strange place, which also proves that many times... idiots don't need psychological guidance.

　Cong Yu: "..."

　“Alright, now it’s your turn… Hikaru Yokawa.”

　As she said this, Cong Yu handed the gift box to the other person and said, "Go in and wish our homeroom teacher a happy birthday."

　Yao Chuanguang: "???"

　"Wh...what do you mean? So, Congyu-chan, what you've been bringing up all this way is really a birthday present? A gift for the teacher?"

　In response to Yao Chuanguang's question, Cong Yu nodded gently: "Yes, April 5th is the birthday of our legal pink-haired, short, and cute homeroom teacher."

　As she spoke, Cong Yu continued, as if reciting a familiar story: "Next is May 11th, the birthday of our green-haired, bald, middle-aged male math teacher."

　"Next is..."

　Cong Yu paused, looking at the complicated expression on her face.

　A middle-aged male math teacher with green hair and a bald head walked past and said, "Sorry, teacher."

　Cong Yu apologized, and that green-haired bald... well, he was a math teacher. He sadly scratched his forehead, sighed, and went into his office.

　Cong Yu looked at Yao Chuan Guang and said, "I'm someone who really likes to take leave, but I won't miss the birthdays of my friends, teachers, or subordinates."

　"During the New Year and Christmas seasons, when I have a series of celebratory cards to send out, I won't forget anyone."

　As Cong Yu said this, Yao Chuanguang patted her on the back, amidst his expression of "Isn't this just dirty interpersonal relationships?"

　"You also prepared snacks and gifts when you first enrolled, right? You should know the significance of what I did... Last year, many teachers could call me by name and would greet me when they saw me."

　"The student council knows me to the extent that they will actively protect me when I am involved in violent incidents; the disciplinary committee members also know me to the extent that they will proactively help me straighten my collar."

　Yao Chuanguang nodded as if he understood Cong Yu's words...

　I feel like I've discovered a very mature side to Cong Yu.

　However, there are some things that Yaochuan Guang cares about.

　"Hmm... So who are Cong Yu's subordinates?"

　Yao Chuan Guang asked, then hesitated for a moment, recalling, "Could it be that you, Cong Yu, are the 'king' of our class, treating your classmates like subjects... or that you treat Minato Namikaze like a subordinate?"

　"..." Are you talking about some kind of chuunibyou (middle school syndrome)?

　Cong Yu rolled her eyes, then kicked Yao Chuan Guang, who was carrying a gift box, into the office: "Anyway, go and wish my pink-haired, clumsy, naturally naive, legal loli homeroom teacher a happy birthday."

　"..." Before Yaochuan Guang inside could say anything.

　A familiar, yet weakened, loli-like voice rang out: "Congyu-kun... if you could be a little kinder to me with your words, I would be happier today."

　Although he was already weak and listless, you could still hear a hint of relief in his voice.

　Chapter Forty-Two: Cong Yu? A name I've never heard of.

　"Moshi moshi, this is Congyu."

　[Yes, I am Shunni Sanqianliu. Regarding the "ant monster" you asked me to investigate before, Congyu, I have some leads.]

　As Cong Yu listened to the conversation on the phone, she held the phone between her neck and shoulder while opening the lunchbox in her hand.

　I was listening to the call from the boss on the other end.

　Yes, that petite boss who likes to stay in piles of books, like an elementary school student, has a real name that sounds like a samurai: "Shunni Sansenryu".

　Although we still can't find out which company the other party currently works for, it's certain that some ants and monsters colluded to orchestrate the case.

　[His name is "Koji Nagashima," and his job is a client manager at Caohua Bank. His purpose is to cover up his embezzlement of funds.]

　Listening quietly to the little girl's voice, Cong Yu picked up a plum from the center of the rice in the bento box and replied, "Just asking, what does the other party need the money for?"

　After saying that, Cong Yu stuffed the plum into her mouth, and her mouth watered.

　This plum is very sour, but it's quite appetizing.

　"..."

　[It was gambling... First, he misappropriated 200,000 to gamble, then he borrowed another 200,000, hoping to win back the initial investment.]

　Then came one million, two million, five million, and it just kept going on and on.

　The other party's address is No. XXX, XX Street, XX Community. The family of Nagashima Koji lives there: him, his wife, and their child, a total of three people.

　[The casino I frequent is on XXX street...]

　Cong Yu didn't say anything when her boss briefly mentioned the other party's information "for some reason," and just quietly ate her bento.

　After a pause...

　[Just asking here... Cong Yu, what are your plans? If it's to send him to jail, the group can help.]