The Strange Cat from Fuuto

Even with Miku's comfort, Fa Jie couldn't help but have all sorts of thoughts on her mind.

Seeing Fa Jie's distressed expression, Miku rolled his eyes but remained silent. He had never expected things to turn out this way; fortunately, he had a backup plan.

Otherwise, one might really have to use their own power and lose everything they've worked so hard to gain in this world.

If it were kept, it might have some flaws, but Miku doesn't want flaws; she wants the most perfect version!

"I wonder when the Witch's Banquet will be held again. I guess what they're going to do eventually?"

Miku sighed inwardly and closed her eyes. Sister Fa was troubled and didn't want to talk, and Miku didn't feel like talking either. She just wanted to stall for as long as possible. After all, they were almost seeing the light at the end of the tunnel. If they didn't give it their all, who knew what the outcome would be?

And so, neither the person nor the cat spoke again, each lost in their own thoughts, silently waiting for things to unfold.

In this alternate dimension, the concept of time is quite ambiguous.

Miku, who didn't know how long he had been imprisoned, was also unsure whether Fueki Kanade was being monitored, and dared not speak his mind.

They were afraid that the flute player would pull a fast one and ruin the established future.

Fueki didn't keep them waiting too long. After a night had passed in the outside world, he appeared in the alternate dimension.

"Oh, you've finally shown yourself. Why are you taking your anger out on us instead of your girl?" Miku, with her eyes half-open and half-closed, mocked Dimu Zou in a sarcastic tone.

Anyway, this old guy needs me to act as a human pillar to provide magic power, so I don't need to worry about safety for the time being.

If he dares to resort to underhanded tactics, then I'll risk everything!

"Hmph, you sharp-tongued beast. All you can do is talk big at times like this!" White Demon snorted coldly, not looking at Miku any longer. He was afraid that if he looked any longer, he would lose control and kill this hard-won "Cat Pillar".

"Haruko Soma, now is the time for you to offer yourself!"

"What exactly are you plotting? What is the Philosopher's Stone? And what is Alex's true identity?"

Seeing the confusion on Fa Jie's face, perhaps because the plan had finally reached its final stage, Fueki Sou, in high spirits, slowly said, "Since you've asked, I'll tell you everything!"

"Consider this your way of repaying me for taking care of Alex for so long and acting as her magic battery!"

Chapter 85: The Witch's Banquet Begins, Endless Sparkle?!

"Magic Battery?"

Somewhat puzzled, Sister Fa stared at Kanade Fueki, hoping for an answer. A flash of light appeared on Kanade Fueki's body, and she exited her transformed state.

"That's right, a magic battery. Alex died a long time ago from a terminal illness, and at that time I was plunged into the greatest despair of my life!"

Miku curled his lip after hearing what Dimu said.

"In order to save Alex, I used the power of science and magic to create the artificial Phantom, the Sage." As he spoke, a magical glow emanated from Fueki Kanade's body, and his form twisted into the shape of the Sage.

"An artificial Phantom!?"

Staring at Fueki Kanade in shock, Sister Fa asked incredulously, "Phantoms can actually be created by humans?"

"Everything in the world can be created through the power of science, even the power of magicians!"

As the light surged once more, Fueki transformed into the form of a white magician. "Magic, to put it simply, is an alternative form of science. Combining current scientific theories, I, in my human form, have obtained the qualifications of a magician, and the power of magic!"

"And this also gave me a glimmer of hope for reviving Alex!"

"Does the dawn refer to the Philosopher's Stone?"

"That's right, the Philosopher's Stone is the ultimate magic stone that can transcend life and death. Unfortunately, it requires a lot of magic power to activate. During the last Witch's Banquet, I hoped to revive her using the magic of the Phantom, but I failed."

"But then, a change occurred!" White Demon suddenly pointed at Miku and Sister Fa and said, "That was you two, the ones who survived despair and obtained the qualifications of a mage!"

"The magic of a sorcerer far surpasses that of the Phantom, so I have initiated another plan: to use sorcerers as human pillars to once again hold the Witch's Banquet!"

"Tsk, you really went to great lengths!" Even though Miku knew the plot, he couldn't help but scoff after hearing so much. White Demon glared coldly at Miku before saying, "I never imagined that a beast could gain magical power and even intelligence comparable to that of a human!"

"Don't misunderstand, everything I have now is not because of you, but because I always had it!" Miku looked at Fueki with a meaningful smile and a hint of sarcasm.

"If I act as a human sacrifice, will I be able to save Alex?"

“That’s right. With the magic power of you four mages, I can reactivate the Witch’s Banquet. Then, Alex will be able to be resurrected, and my daughter will be able to return!”

"Since that's the case..."

With her head bowed, Sister Fa murmured to herself, "I'm willing to give my life if it can save Alex!"

"You really are a great person!"

There was a strange undertone in Fimukura's voice. With his hands behind his back, he chuckled, "It would be best if you could agree to cooperate, but even if you don't, I'll find a way!"

"But since you've said that, then I'll grant you my final act of leniency!"

With a snap of his fingers, Fūki released the restraints from Fa-jie, who fell to the ground and leaned against the cross in silence.

"Hey, you've let her go, so how about letting me go too?"

"Let you go?!"

Fueki Kanade glanced at Miku and scoffed, "You'd better stop struggling and just be your cat pillar!"

"Tsk!"

Miku clicked his tongue and watched as Fueki disappeared. He said with great dissatisfaction, "I'll smash that old thief's head in one go!"

"It doesn't matter anymore." Sister Fa suddenly spoke up, drawing Miku's attention. Miku asked in confusion, "It doesn't matter anymore?"

"That's right, even if I'm being used, being able to save others is enough for me!"

"You're really kind-hearted, but unfortunately your kindness is destined to be in vain!"

"What do you mean?" Sister Fa frowned as she looked at the cat tied in mid-air. Miku twisted her neck with difficulty and said, "You still don't know what a human pillar is!"

Before Fa Jie could speak, Miku chuckled and said, "The so-called human sacrifice is a ritual offering that will be stripped of everything."

"Do you really think that Fueki Sou would be so kind as to use only your life and magic?"

"Don't underestimate the Philosopher's Stone. The amount of magic power needed to fill this magic gem is enormous. I'm afraid the entire city of Tokyo is part of Fueki Kanade's plan. You're just acting as the magic battery for the activation ceremony. Don't get carried away with your self-admiration."

"Your decision has cost the lives of millions of ordinary people!"

"what?"

Suddenly standing up, Sister Fa looked at Miku in disbelief and asked in a trembling voice, "Are you telling the truth?"

"Of course it's true, I never lie."

"Wouldn't that make me an accomplice?!"

Congratulations on answering correctly! Unfortunately, there's no reward!

"No, I must stop Dimu, stop the ritual!" The apostle, Sister Fa, began wandering aimlessly in the alternate dimension, searching for a way out. Miku watched all this coldly without saying a word.

After searching for a long time without success, Sister Fa slammed her fist on the central altar and said in frustration, "Is there really no way?"

"There might actually be a solution!"

"What is it?"

“Then you will be our last hope!” Miku’s three-lobed mouth curled up. “Want to give it a try?”

..........

Inside the Beast Girl's apartment, Serena sat on the sofa, with Iggy lying at her feet. Besides the two of them, the room also contained the Beast Girl, Wajima Shigeru, and the Beast Girl's grandmother.

"Let's have some tea first!"

Grandma Beast Girl brought over some freshly brewed black tea and placed it on the coffee table. Serena didn't touch it, but just looked at Beast Girl and said, "Little girl, Miku must have told you something, right?"

"He did tell me about it, but that method is a bit risky for me." The beast girl's face was full of struggle as she twisted her two small hands together.

Recalling what Miku had said to her before, a series of conflicted thoughts flashed across Beast Girl's face.

So you're hesitating?

"I guess so..."

"Then I advise you to make a decision quickly, otherwise you, as a magician, may survive, but your grandmother will definitely not!"

"What did you say?"

"She's telling the truth!" A cold, beautiful female voice suddenly broke into their ears. Medusa, who had pried open the door, walked in, glanced at the beast girl's grandmother, and then said unhurriedly, "Your grandmother is a [Gate], and the Witch's Banquet convened by the Sage is a massive ceremony encompassing the entire Tokyo. At that time, no [Gate] can escape such a calamity. Or are you confident that your grandmother can survive the despair?!"

"Why are you here?" Wajima Shigeru looked at Medusa with a hint of hatred and wariness. Medusa tossed her long hair and said, "I didn't want to come either, but my master gave me orders to come and strengthen this little girl's resolve!"

"I've said everything I needed to say. It's your freedom to do what you want. Think it over carefully, little girl, whether you're looking to protect yourself or for the sake of others!"

After speaking, Medusa turned and left without hesitation. She had done what she needed to do; now, all she had to do was complete the second order Miku had given her!

All of these orders were given to her in advance by Miku: if a magician with a ring or a cat magician is taken away by the sage, and the Witch's Banquet is not stopped after it begins, then this plan will be activated!

"Little sister, I'm here!"

Two days later, after setting up the altar and array, Fimukuzou arrived in the alternate dimension and took Miku and Fajie away.

Throughout the process, Sister Fa remained silent, displaying an attitude of keeping her word. But in reality, only she and Miku knew her true thoughts.

Miku was held in the White Demon's hand, her eyes narrowed, revealing a hint of excitement and anticipation: "I didn't expect it to last this long, but this is perfect for me!"

Feeling the power surging within him, Miku smirked: "If things really work out as I've planned, then Fueki Kanade, that boss, is really going to be in trouble!"

While pondering, Fueki arrived at one of the four altars of the ceremony. After hanging Miku on it, she was taken aback by Miku's expression, but then she sneered, "While you can still laugh, laugh as much as you can, otherwise you'll never have this chance again!"

"Hey, we'll see who's laughing last!"

Miku, who had spoken with a pointed remark, closed his eyes and remained silent. Fueki Kanade snorted coldly, ignored him, turned around, activated his teleportation ring, and disappeared in front of Miku.

After Dimu left, Miku opened his eyes and saw a golden ocean in them!

"Almost there, almost there. I hope you can buy me some more time!"

After saying that, the cat closed its eyes and continued to wait for its final transformation.

After settling Miku in, Fueki Kanade came to Fa-nee's side, while Inamori Mayu and the unlucky boy handcuffed themselves to the altar.

"Is there anything else you'd like to say?"

With her hands behind her back, Fueki Kanade looked down at Tokyo from behind her sister, who was facing away from her. Sister Hana opened her eyes, staring at Kanade's back, and asked, "Are you really planning to do this?"

"Of course, Alex is my hope. I'm willing to become a devil if I can revive her!" Fueki Kanade said resolutely, her eyes filled with determination and ruthlessness.

"But does Alex really want you to do this?" Sister Fa still sought the last glimmer of possibility: "Will she really be happy if you do this?"