The Strange Cat from Fuuto

"Don't ask that. You should think about yourself instead."

Miku's figure, who was holding Inamori Mayu, gradually faded and disappeared into the air. Watching Miku leave, Sister Fa was unwilling to give up and wanted to ask again, but she missed.

"Instead of caring about me, you should care more about Alex. Even with your magic, her body will eventually break down!"

"what do you mean?"

"Sonosaki Miku, explain yourself clearly, what's wrong with Alex's body?"

"Hey!"

Fa Jie's loud roar received no response, so she involuntarily took a few steps back, her back pressed against the wall as she slowly slid to the ground.

"What does it mean?"

Alex, standing to the side, had a complicated expression. Clearly, the other person knew something but was unwilling to tell him everything.

Chapter 42: The weak have no right to know!

The night was deep, and the silent night sky was covered by dark clouds that obscured the moon, with not a single star in sight.

Serena's Residence, Bando Ward, Torii.

"Where did you kidnap this child from? She's so cute!" Serena, dressed in a white bathrobe, held a cup of hot cocoa. Miku could tell at a glance that this old woman was planning to stay up all night.

"What do you mean 'lured back'? I invited her back openly and honestly!" After releasing Mayu Inamori, Miku waved her hand: "Alright, I have things to do, go do your thing!"

"Tsk tsk tsk..."

Serena clicked her tongue and glanced meaningfully at Miku. She had noticed what Miku was doing, but she didn't ask. Sometimes, the best way to maintain a relationship is not to talk too much. The other person will tell you everything when they want to.

Don't let momentary curiosity push your relationship into an irreparable abyss.

After Serena disappeared down the stairs to the second floor, Miku plopped down on her sofa, while Mayu Inamori looked around anxiously.

In the spacious hall, only a few lights were on, and the carpet under her feet was very soft, but she was in no mood to think about any of that right now.

"That thing you mentioned..."

"Don't worry, I'll do it, but before that, you need to understand one thing!" Miku, leaning on his arm and crossing his legs, looked Inamori Mayu up and down.

"What is it, please tell me?"

"The process of gaining power is very painful. After all, if you want to become a magician, you must first overcome the despair in your heart."

"Given your current situation, I will seal away a portion of your memories and unseal them at the appropriate time. This will benefit you, me, and your sister!"

"Ok!"

Even though she didn't understand what Miku was saying, Mayu Inamori could only nod in agreement.

To save herself, Misa needs to gain power, and she is ready.

"Then let me explain it to you first!"

Miku slowly changed the ring, her tone somewhat subtle: "You've met Masashi Haruko before."

"So let's skip the part about the power of magicians and talk about the birth of magicians!"

"Birth?"

"Yes, magicians were originally humans with magical aptitude, and they were collectively called 'gates.' You and your sister were also among them. At this point, I can only say that twins are truly amazing!"

"So, can a 'door' make someone a magician?" Mayu Inamori's bewildered question made Miku chuckle. "No, a 'door' only has the corresponding aptitude. Most 'doors' don't even make it past the initial stage and turn into monsters."

"That is, the way your sister looks now, we call her a Phantom."

"Phantom?" Mayu Inamori tilted her head in confusion, waiting for Miku to continue explaining.

"Yes, the Phantom is a monster born from the despair of the [Gate], and that's the main point I want to make!"

Miku, having put on the ring, pointed a finger at Mayu Inamori and said, "Although the [Gate] has a certain aptitude for magic, it will never be activated unless something unexpected happens. However, if it encounters the Phantom during this time, it's like oil meeting water."

"The magic power within the [Gate] will expand in an extremely violent manner, and when the magic power reaches a certain point, it will condense into a magical aggregate creature—the Phantom!"

"Once a Phantom is born, it will spontaneously devour everything in the [Door], and the [Door] that can suppress and control the Phantom is qualified to become a magician!"

"However, there are exceptions, such as your sister, and a hairdresser who likes to say 'Hello' with a smile!"

"They were all accidents born from extremely low probability. The hairdresser preserved her human nature and became a Phantom. Your sister was even more miraculous, managing to coexist with the consciousness of the Phantom Medusa in one body without being devoured!"

"So, there's still hope for Misa-nee?"

"Hmm!" Miku gave Inamori Mayu a meaningful look before slowly saying, "If you can overcome the despair and become a magician, you will be able to help her suppress Medusa and let her take control of the body. Then your sister will return, and you will have the power to protect yourself and your sister!"

"Everyone is happy! Everyone is happy!"

Miku clapped his hands with a smile. "So, are you ready?"

Taking a deep breath, Inamori Misa said firmly, "I'm ready!"

"Memory Start!"

........

The next day, early morning.

As the sun rises outdoors, golden sunlight shines through the clouds onto the distant sea, creating a shimmering spectacle.

At the entrance of Serena's mansion, the morning light shone through the leaves, which appeared translucent under the slightly stronger light, making the entire mansion exceptionally beautiful.

"Wow, your junior sister's house is so luxurious! Are you two really senior and junior siblings, Uncle Wajima?"

Looking at the luxurious mansion before her, Sister Fa crossed her arms and asked Wajima Shigeru with suspicion. Wajima Shigeru coughed and said, "There's nothing I can do. My junior sister's family may not have much else, but they're rich!"

"How rich must someone be?" Nara Shunpei stared dumbfounded at the sea of ​​violets inside the gate, while Wajima Shigeru recalled carefully, "Probably tens of billions!"

"puff!"

The group, shocked by Serena's wealth, stared in astonishment at the large house that was faintly visible inside the compound.

Serena was also helpless about this, since all her relatives were very rich and she was the only son in the family.

She had no choice but to spend 1 billion in a month to inherit the estate!

"Let's not worry about that for now, let's go inside!"

Just as Sister Fa was about to ring the doorbell, a dry sound reached her ears. The iron gate opened automatically, and the violets inside swayed in unison in the morning breeze, like purple waves.

"Hey, what are you standing there for at the door?"

Riding his dog, Miku glared at Fa Jie and her group outside the door, looking annoyed. "Why did they have to come at breakfast of all times? Really..."

Before she could finish speaking, Miku pursed her lips and said again, "Come on, and remember not to step on the flowers or plants, or you'll suffer social death!"

"Excuse me!"

Fa Jie and her friends, speaking in hushed tones, followed behind Miku.

Even though she suffered a severe setback at Miku's hands last night, Sister Fa did not show any unusual reaction. Instead, she was concerned about Miku's words when he left last night.

That's also the purpose of their visit today.

Led by Miku, the group entered the large house smoothly. Inside, Serena leisurely enjoyed her breakfast, with Miku and Iggy's seats set up next to her.

"Fan, what brings you to my place today?"

Serena wiped her mouth, placed her hands on her lower abdomen, and spoke expressionlessly. Wajima Shigeru smiled awkwardly and didn't reply. Besides feeling somewhat guilty towards his junior sister, he was also a little embarrassed.

"I asked Uncle Wajima to bring us here. I have something I want to talk to Miku about."

"So you were looking for him. Then I won't keep you any longer!" Serena nodded slightly, picked up her favorite parasol, and walked out of the thick fog, a book tucked under her arm.

"Speak, what do you want from me?" Miku mumbled after swallowing a piece of bacon. "If it's about that little girl, Mayu Inamori, I've already sent her back. Whether you protect her or something else is up to you. I've done what I needed to do!"

"Is that so? Then I'm relieved!"

Fa Jie, who breathed a sigh of relief, was clearly still thinking about that always shy girl. Miku glanced at Fa Jie's relieved expression and said, "By the way, that guy is also a [gate]. Although you may already know, I'll still remind you!"

"Hmm!" After nodding, Sister Fa and Alex exchanged a glance, then Sister Fa took a deep breath and said, "Can you tell me about what you said last night?"

"About this little girl?"

After shoveling the food from the plate to Iggy, Miku pursed his lips and said, "This little girl isn't as simple as she seems. After all, she's a hot commodity in some people's eyes."

"That's why I came here to ask you. My intuition tells me that you must know something!"

Please tell me, I beg you!

With her arms tucked between her thighs, Sister Fa bent over deeply. Upon seeing this, Ali, who was standing next to her, quickly stepped forward to try and pull her up.

Fa Jie remained stubbornly bowed, showing no intention of straightening up. Even though Miku's current position was ambiguous, and even though they had fought last night, she was willing to sacrifice her dignity for Alex.

After all, this girl has nothing left!

"Don't give me that!" Miku, swishing his tail, revealed a disdainful smile: "I do know a lot, but why should I tell you?"

Can you give me a reason?

"Haruko, forget it." Alex took Faye's hand and said, "You don't need to go to this lengths for me, and besides, this guy won't tell you anything!"

"No, this concerns your past and your identity; I cannot give up!"

Fajie, having brushed aside Alex's small hand, stared intently at Miku, clearly not intending to leave. Miku opened her mouth and yawned.

Scratching his ear, he asked helplessly, "You really want to know?"

"Correct!"

"There's nothing I can do!"

Stretching, Miku, under Fajie's expectant gaze, revealed a mischievous smile in his eyes and said, "I..."

I'm not telling you!

"you!"

Alex, feeling sorry for Fa Jie, glared at her. Just then, the door to the main room opened, and Serena walked in. "I forgot my things!"

As Serena passed by the group, she picked up what she had forgotten, glanced at Sister Fa, and said casually, "Little girl, I have a suggestion for you."

"Please speak!"

"Sometimes, if someone doesn't want to talk, no matter how much you ask, they won't tell you. Instead of pressing them, it's better to ask why."