Unspeakable bubbles

As Ninomiya Sui manipulated the screen, a cute girl with pigtails appeared on the backdrop.

"After preliminary investigation, we discovered something very interesting."

Below the girl's picture appeared her experiences over the past few years: orphanage, starting school, transferring schools, transferring schools again...

"Shengxiang Elementary School, which Shengxiang?"

No wonder some people raised questions, after all, they had just discussed the 'Shengxiang Elementary School Festival Incident'.

Ninomiya nodded and then brought up another matter: "Private Cherry Elementary School, I wonder if any of you have any impression of this school?"

"Hey, is that Cherry Elementary School where the teacher went berserk, killed his students, and then committed suicide?"

"Exactly."

The meeting room fell silent once again. They stared at the three schools displayed on the screen with strange expressions.

Private Cherry Elementary School, Shengxiang Elementary School, and other schools in Xintian Town...

Once or twice is an accident, but what about the third time?

“We conducted a full examination of the child and found no signs of awakening, nor did he possess any mystical powers.”

"However, her physical fitness is exceptionally high."

Amazement flashed in Ninomiya Sui's eyes, "Completely comparable to a fourth-ring physical awakener."

"Hey, what a promising talent!"

Augustus's eyes lit up: "It's a waste for such an exceptional case as her to continue receiving education in an outside academy. Why not transfer her to my military command?"

"Isn't that junior high?" someone laughed.

"What does it matter? Just skip a grade. At worst, I'll have to spend a few more years in junior high," Augustus said nonchalantly.

"We can't limit her potential just because she has good physical fitness. I think she has even greater potential."

Ninomiya Sui was very unhappy when she saw him about to drag the girl to the military.

"I think Unicorn Academy is a better choice."

"Huh? You have the nerve to call your Black Magic Academy?"

"Lord Augustus, what does 'Academy of Black Magic' mean? I must solemnly warn you..."

Jack sat in the corner, looking completely bewildered. Had he heard correctly?

Knowing full well that the child had a problem, why act like they'd discovered a treasure? Shouldn't they be rushing to 'get rid of' her?

Section 118, Chapter 117: Old Friends

“I think we should consult the person in charge about this kind of thing. Let her choose which of the three colleges she wants to go to.”

Maekawa Kazuto spoke up for the little girl, which immediately drew surprised glances from many people.

It should be noted that this master of the Six Rings is usually low-key and rarely speaks at important meetings except to support Er Gonghui.

But this time his behavior seems a bit unusual. 'Three academies', does that mean he wants to compete with the other two?

Ninomiya also glanced at Kazuto, and after a moment of contemplation, she said, "I agree. The person's own wishes are the most important."

Since you've all said so, I have no objection.

Augustus looked rather regretful, as he then remembered that there seemed to be two survivors from Shengxiang Elementary School in that disaster.

One is Yuko, and the other is this little girl.

'She was rescued by someone, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, that child will probably choose Suzuran.'

Augustus and Ninomiya Sui both thought of this, but still went along with Kazuto's wishes and finalized the matter.

It wasn't just because of the deep bond between the three of them, but also because they had already received so much help from others in the past.

Since he wants to win over that girl, I'll just lend him a hand.

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After a long meeting, people left in twos and threes, and soon only four people remained in the conference room.

"Ah Chun, when did you change your name?"

Ninomiya stretched, her serious facade fading as she looked at Jack with a half-smile.

"It's just an alias. I've heard that people from the mystical side all have code names, so I guess I'm just going with the flow."

Jack chuckled, "It's been years. Ninomiya, you really scared me just now."

"Hmph, I can't help it. If I don't act serious, those guys will become even more undisciplined."

Ninomiya complained, "Look how many people deliberately embarrassed me by not showing up today. They are all key members of the Seven Ring Tower, but they don't even have a little bit of a sense of the big picture."

"Who told you to give punishments so easily? You know perfectly well that those who can awaken have some quirks or eccentricities, can't you be more understanding?"

Augustus shook his head, feeling that Ninomiya Sui herself also bore some responsibility for the current situation.

"They always talk badly about me behind my back, shouldn't I teach them a lesson?"

Jack was deeply moved by what he saw.

When they were young, they often played together because of their family ties.

Although Augustus was the oldest, he always liked to bicker with Ninomiya and look at them with a smile, just like he is now.

"What are you grinning about? I haven't settled accounts with you yet!"

Ninomiya suddenly glared at Jack angrily: "You got engaged to Masumi at the beginning of the year, and you didn't even tell us about such a big thing?"

Jack's eyes dimmed, and he opened his mouth, but couldn't say anything.

"Ah Sui" and the others lowered their voices: "Don't make things difficult for Ah Chun."

"Am I making things difficult for him?"

Ninomiya pouted, "Why don't you think about Masumi? None of us friends showed up at the engagement ceremony. She must be heartbroken."

Jack's Adam's apple bobbed, and he said bitterly, "My aunt... she's never been very satisfied with Masumi."

"What's there to be dissatisfied with? That congressman just dislikes Masumi because her family has fallen on hard times!" Ninomiya sneered.

"Ah Chun"

“Jack, I’m Jack the liaison now.”

"Okay, okay, Jack it is."

Ninomiya Sui stared into his eyes, "Don't end up giving in to pressure."

"I would never do such a thing."

Jack looked at her seriously: "Even if she's my aunt, I can't give up the person I love."

"Hey, Jack, Ah Sui's just like that, don't take it to heart," someone quickly tried to smooth things over.

"We've known each other for so long, why would I take it to heart?"

Jack changed the subject: "There's something that I find strange."

"That girl you mentioned in the meeting earlier..."

"what happened?"

"Although your people didn't detect any special abilities in her, her background is clearly unusual."

Jack carefully considered his words: "Shouldn't we have considered this more carefully? Is it really a good idea to just put her in one of the three major academies like this?"

The three looked at each other in bewilderment, and finally Ninomiya Sui spoke up.

“Nip the threat in the bud, it’s a matter of common sense.”

"However, from the perspective of the mystical side, such common-sense considerations are not advisable."

Ninomiya Sui shook her head: "Nipping all threats in the bud is something that even the Third Agency, let alone the Seventh Ring Tower, cannot do."

“There was a similar case where a boy was surrounded by misfortune since birth, but he himself was surprisingly lucky.”

"He was robbed while withdrawing money from the bank, got into a car accident while crossing the street, and experienced a sudden equipment failure while riding a roller coaster... I don't know how many people have been involved in accidents and died, but he has always been unharmed."

"This naturally attracted the attention of the Seven Rings Tower. After testing, no mysterious abilities were found in him either. Could it all be a coincidence?"

"And then?" Jack pressed.

“At first, the person in charge of the Seven Ring Tower had the same idea as you: to deal with him decisively.”

Ninomiya gave a bitter smile: "But all the attempts have failed."

“At every critical moment, all sorts of unexpected events would occur. Once, twice, three times, the situation would escalate and eventually lead to disaster.”

Ninomiya Sui paused, but did not elaborate on what happened in the end.

"In short, the Seven Ring Tower changed its policy after that."

"Through the continuous summarization of experience by our predecessors, we have finally found the most reliable method."

“Mysteries not only attract each other, but sometimes they also restrain each other,” Ninomiya said meaningfully.

"Fine, you're the experts, you decide."

It's normal that Jack didn't seem to fully accept what Ninomiya said; ordinary people's way of thinking wouldn't change because of just a few words.

"Hmm, I haven't congratulated you on your promotion yet."

Ninomiya Sui didn't intend to force him to accept her views. She smiled and said, "Congratulations, Liaison Officer Jack."

"We have to work harder and not let our family down."

"It is said"

He asked hesitantly, "Has the Federation's policy toward the Seventh Ring Tower changed recently?"

"Ok?"

Jack was taken aback, but quickly understood.

The individuals present not only shared a deep friendship, but their families also had intricate connections with the federal government's high-ranking officials.