Xingyue, is Xiaokai also considered Kai?

"Hehehe, so gentle..."

Murlian stretched out her hand, and then Fokin, who was standing on her shoulder, leaped to her fingertips. Countless black bands and arcs of light were drawn from Fokin's fingertips, swiftly and rapidly enveloping tens of thousands of tooth fairies close to the sky.

From their perspective, the humans and fairies who were originally short and weak suddenly became enormous.

"Gorgeous and elegant~"

Murri paused for a moment, "But this still doesn't feel quite right! I'll leave it to you, Toneriko."

Although she could choose to fold it up first and then tie it up... Murlian felt that such a painful act should not be done to anyone other than Novia. As for why this pain was a painful experience, it was naturally because she had asked Novia to do this to her.

Meanwhile, Novia, who hadn't made a move, simply gazed at the earth and sighed softly.

“Cornunus, you have every right to be angry, and in fact, you are angry right now.”

Originally, there were no humans in the Fairy Kingdom. The origin of all humans was basically the priestess who was the last human and also the wife of Cornunus. After the progenitor, Liuya Ling, poisoned Cornunus, she used the priestess, who was annoyed by his daily preaching, as a model for creating humans. Therefore, the humans in the Fairy Kingdom could only live to the age of thirty and could not reproduce.

Liu Yaling can be said to have tortured the priestess to death, making her as subdivided as possible while maintaining her activity, down to the point that each cell maintained its activity and, in order to maintain freshness, may have even preserved her consciousness.

In this situation, the unconscious remains of Cornunos resented the fairies who had tormented the witch for tens of thousands of years, but the faint consciousness that arose from Novia still believed that the fairies could repent. As long as they repented in their hearts, the curse on the fairies would be lifted.

however.

Even though the first great calamity occurred in the eleven thousandth year of the Fairy Calendar, resulting in the deaths of Rain and Fang Arin, Mirror Arin, who possessed prophetic abilities, told the surviving Arins that it was the curse of Cornunos, and also a notice issued by Paradise—

'Acknowledge your sins, relinquish the right to forge the Holy Sword to humanity, and return to the planet (disappear).'

However, they did not feel they had done anything wrong; on the contrary, they claimed that the earth belonged to their kingdom, not to humans.

Novia had made this judgment long ago, after realizing that this was Fairy Britain:

This world is beyond saving. It's hard to change without a thorough baptism of blood and fire. Rebuilding on a blank sheet of paper is much easier than on a piece of paper that's disgustingly black. Only after undergoing a baptism of everything will it be completely problem-free.

However, since Ash still harbored some hope, she could only temporarily trust Novia, who had come at Odin's request and become her teacher.

After all, he kept saying, "I don't agree with it in my heart, but since that's what you think, I can only agree with it on the surface."

In fact, Ash was aware that her teacher was always destroying the fairies in the fairy villages she had visited.

Rather than saying Novia was hiding something, it would be more accurate to say that the two of them simply tacitly avoided discussing the topic. Ash also knew that if she were to accidentally stumble into the fairy village, those thoughts would no longer remain just thoughts.

Hearing Murian's call, she snapped out of her daze and raised her wand.

"...Don't worry, my weapons are always within my reach."

What kind of 'story' should we choose to handle them?

Under normal circumstances, Ash would choose a normal fairy tale because she still had feelings for fairies and believed that they, like the Rain Clan, had a heart for redemption and that as long as they persevered, they could be redeemed.

Even now, Ash, who has only found solace in Murian, the fairy who is devoted to her teacher, still dreams of redeeming Britain and preventing its demise while allowing it to have a fresh start, just like an ideal.

Although the thought of redeeming them still lingered, Ash also knew that, faced with the tooth fairies who were already controlled by their extreme appetites, the only thing she and her teacher could do was kill them all. No matter what, they absolutely could not allow their loved ones to be harmed because of a shred of mercy.

Therefore, Ash quickly and decisively did not use the fairy tale story, but another story.

She stretched her wand forward with force, and Wuni obediently stayed on her shoulder, unlike Foggin who flew onto Murian's finger.

The fairy's blue eyes reflected only the 'enemy' that had to be killed, and she abandoned all hesitation to weave a chant.

"Water Mirror, at its maximum extent. Under the name of the Paradise Fairy—"

The magic resonated with the clear, bright tone, releasing a flash of light. In the next instant, the gathered magic stirred like a living being, repeatedly combining and mutating, ultimately taking form—

It was not a mimicry of the Holy Sword, but a massive cannon muzzle.

A golden beam of light shot from the cannon's muzzle, unleashing a sacred fire that annihilated all profound sins—

The story recreates the heavenly fire of Gomorrah.

Thus, just as Novia had told her disciples, all the Fang Fairies shrouded in the Murian Bug space within this ancient city were completely and utterly dead. Even the blood and stench they had created over the long period of time had to turn into rising smoke.

"...The mana consumption is quite high."

After taking a deep breath, Ash couldn't help but murmur.

Although this was the first time using the mysterious story Novia had told, the damage to her magic was significantly greater than when she used the Happy Prince's magic. Ash felt that if it weren't for Novia providing magical support, she would probably be paralyzed on the ground right now.

"However, the story you told, teacher, is indeed amazing. If I could completely recreate it, even the city would probably be evaporated."

Hearing Ash say that, Novia couldn't help but turn around and look at her:

"If you could completely recreate it, not only this place, but the entire United Kingdom would be evaporated."

"Hmm? Is that so? But Gomorrah in the story isn't much bigger than Britain, is it?"

“I mean the source of that power.”

As she gazed at the reserved Ash before her, Novia said, "However, I shouldn't have anything to worry about."

"...Actually, I've always felt like I'm a burden to you, teacher."

Ash sighed and adjusted his glasses.

Regardless of the circumstances, Ash felt that he had completely dragged Novia down. Putting aside his initial attitude, even now he still relied on him in many ways.

"No, we've always been on the same side, and the fact that we're on the same road together is proof of that."

This wasn't the first time Ash had heard Novia say this, but she still couldn't help but smile happily at this moment.

"In that case, I need to become stronger, stronger and stronger, super strong... and then you, teacher, will become my burden, someone I will protect."

This was actually the first time the fairy of the paradise had spoken to Novia like this, and the emotion in her voice was a warmth that could be clearly felt by the two crows present, as well as by Murian and Novia herself.

"I believe you."

Novia answered in this way.

Although Novia is now doing everything she can to help Ash achieve his ideals, even though she understands that most of the fairies do not need to be saved.

In fact, to some extent, Ash does have the potential to establish an ideal kingdom, but given the nature of fairies, it is basically impossible.

After all, they never think long-term; they only care about being in the present moment.

But since I am her teacher, and my student is so determined, I, as her teacher, have no choice but to follow her to the bitter end.

However, Novia also has her bottom line. For example, she didn't say much to Ash about the group of fairies who tried to attack Ash after being rescued, and sent Fokin and Wuni to kill them. If Ash eventually loses all feelings for the fairies, Novia plans to recreate the Great Flood and cleanse the world.

But it's too early to say for sure right now.

Novia's reason for coming to the Fang Clan's stronghold was not simply to wipe out most of the Fang fairies there, but to find the 'Fang Aling's ancestral essence,' which should have appeared three thousand years later. In short, it was to pave the way for Ash to become the King of Britain.

Since he didn't really want to wait three thousand years, he planned to summon one of Odin's two wolves to devour this 'Fang of Aling' as a replacement.

In this way, the Fang Clan, one of the five major clans, would naturally obey in the face of an overwhelmingly powerful figure.

Ultimately, the Fang Clan is simply a clan where the strong submit to the weak. They are only suited to be warriors; it's too much of a challenge for them to engage in scheming and plotting.

As for the Winged Clan, they appointed Murian, who inherited the bloodline of Arian of the Winged Clan, as their clan leader.

The remaining soil, mirror, wind, and most importantly...

It's probably an image that pops into my mind of a disguised, supposedly most beautiful, gentlest, and kindest fairy, but who is actually brainless.

This, in turn, caused Novia to show a rare cold expression since arriving in the Fairy Kingdom.

"...You two go inside, I'll keep watch outside for you."

Just as Novia and her group were about to enter the depths of the royal palace in the city, Murian, who had been silent for a long time, suddenly spoke up. Then, without waiting for a reply, the fairy girl squatted down by the wall and propped her chin up with a bored expression.

Seeing this, Ash wanted to pick her up and go inside with her, but Novia gently shook her head, so he gave up.

After the two went inside, Murlian sighed. Actually, she was a little stunned when she saw Ash being able to frankly express his feelings and Novia giving such an answer.

Because I'm not qualified.

Her innate, deep-seated aversion to humanity prevented her from uttering such words.

The little fairy is bound by her fairy nature and cannot go against her instinctive 'hatred of humans'. Therefore, even if she is aware of her own emotions, she is still unable to express or show them. She can only ask to use the barbaric act of violence against herself to make her body produce 'emotions' that are completely different from her mind.

"Someday I'll be able to say something like that..."

With a slight blush rising to her cheeks, Murlian made her declaration, as if whispering to a beloved lover.

"Then I should be able to show an even more pained expression to Novia, right..."

……

The sound of their footsteps echoed in the empty, white hall. After a distance, Ash noticed that Novia had stopped ahead. Fokin and Wuni were both around his outstretched left hand, radiating magic containing special wavelengths.

“In the name of the great god Odin, I grant you permission to eat to your heart’s content, Gluttonous Kulich.”

This cry acted like a key, opening a crack in front of Novia.

Rolling out of the crack was a wolf, its entire body pure white.

"Wow!"

The flippant voice that leaped from the crack was that of Kulik, one of the twin wolves who guarded Odin, who sat on the highest throne in Norse mythology.

"Why doesn't our new lord have a supreme throne? What are you two doing, Fokin and Wuni?"

As the silver-white Kulich spoke, he circled around Novia and then lay down so that Novia could pet him.

"Ha, isn't that what the master said—that it's not time for that yet?"

Fokin explained, "When it really comes to that, you don't even need Coolidge to tell me that Wuni and I will create the best Supreme Throne in the world."

"That's it, that's it."

Kulich looked up at Novia. "Master, you summoned me. What do you want me to do?"

"Here's something for you to eat."

"Ok?"

Kulich frowned, glancing to the other side. "That thing? If I eat it, won't Paradise and the planet be angry? But since you've said so, sir, then I—"

The silver-white wolf leaped forward and pounced straight at the target. It seemed as if it was swallowing air, but in reality, it was swallowing the concept of 'Ya-no-A-Ling's atavism,' which should have been born three thousand years later.

You're welcome.

Seeing this scene unfold, Ash looked at Novia with some confusion.

"Teacher, what is this?"

"Since you want to establish an ideal kingdom, you must have support, so here's the situation. From now on, the Fang Clan will be under Kurich's control and become a supporter of you, as will the Winged Clan, since they have Murian with them."

Ash listened quietly.

Then Novia slowly said, word by word:

"Right now you are Toneriko, the witch the fairies see, not the savior they believe in. Of course, I am partly to blame for that. But have you made up your mind? Even if you never commit any wrongdoings, never die, and spend your life striving for an ideal kingdom..."

The silver-haired youth paused.

"Even if it eventually collapses mercilessly in front of you, would you still choose to become the savior? Actually, I don't support this choice. This is something I've been warning you about from the very beginning."

Ash is a kind fairy.

However, this kindness could not save her. The Rain Clan, whom she regarded as family and friends, was massacred, and she was persecuted for helping the fairies. In the vast fairy Britain, the number of fairies who could wholeheartedly support her was practically zero.

"I accept..."

If I follow the teacher's advice, I might have a better life later on.

Ash held this premonition, but the reason she didn't agree immediately must be because she still held a sliver of hope that, regardless of friend or foe, healing everyone would allow her to encounter different fairies as long as she could survive.

It must also be because Novia is still supporting her.

So she said softly.

“From now on, I will use the name ‘梣’ again.”

After the Rain Clan was destroyed, the Paradise Fairy continued to use the pseudonym 'Tonerico' given to her by her foster mother, the Queen of the Rain Kingdom. Now, she says she will use the real name 'Ash' again, and the meaning behind it is self-evident.

The 'Toneric' she used when regarded as a witch, and the 'Ash' she called herself when regarded as a savior.

"Then, this should be yours too."

Novia reached out her hand, and a crack appeared in the space beside her, from which three tree roots were revealed.

This is a World Tree similar to the Ash Tree in the Land of Rain, which has been burned to the ground. It is the World Tree in Norse mythology and is also an Ash Tree.

Unsuspecting, she reached out and touched the three tree roots, and in an instant, a vortex of magic surged around her.

It was at this moment that she felt as if she had returned to the time when the Rain Clan still existed.

In the dimly lit yet warm library, a teacher appeared in front of a child engrossed in reading fairy tales at a table.