Regarding the fact that my best friend is a magical girl

"Ah, the water's stopped."

I didn't use any magic, so five minutes passed in the blink of an eye.

No wiping is needed; a soothing warm breeze blows from all directions to dry the body.

Looking behind her through the full-length mirror, and with the help of the magic potion given to her by Yin Wei, the wounds sustained by the Mermaid Witch in the battle had basically healed.

"Not bad, at least it's not ugly."

I admit, I do care about my image.

I changed into dry pajamas and left the bathroom.

But he wasn't in a hurry to go back and admire the idiot's sleeping face.

I ordered a coffee with milk and sugar from the bar to kill some time.

What kind of relationship will we have in the future?

The road ahead is full of unknowns.

Yet it subtly evokes anticipation.

(End of Extra Chapter: Milno's Story)

Prologue: The Return Journey

(Sun Yao)

In my dazed state, I felt someone patting my cheek.

"Serno, wake up, we're about to land."

There's no need to guess; it can only be Miluno.

"Good morning."

She smiled slightly.

"It is indeed morning, but it's already the second day."

On the return trip, I still flew in a luxurious first-class cabin, but the novelty of the trip was gone. It didn't feel as comfortable as Miss Sirius's mansion room. Not only was the space cramped, but the food wasn't as good as Miss Melissa's cooking.

The plane landed smoothly, marking the end of our five-day trip to Hawaii, and we returned to the familiar city of Changkong.

However, this also means that he has to part ways with Miluno.

"Then I'll go home first."

The separation was unexpected, but I didn't expect it to happen so soon.

As soon as she left the VIP area of ​​first class, Miluno couldn't wait to leave.

"Can't we have lunch?"

She shook her head and refused.

"No, let's wait until we've adjusted to the time difference before coming."

Returning from Hawaii felt like traveling through time, almost like fast-forwarding through the entire day; perhaps Miluno didn't sleep well on the plane.

"Alright, I'll go meet up with Ye Zi and Ms. Yin Wei now."

"Say goodbye to them for me."

"Ah."

As we parted, Milno raised her hand and gently patted the top of my head.

Although it wasn't the first time, having gone through the experience of confessing my feelings, I still feel...

It's just like how he treats his girlfriend!

Eh?

and many more!

I'm the boyfriend!

That gesture of patting someone's head... should also be my responsibility...

Before I could say anything more, Miluno was blown out of the airport terminal like a gust of wind.

Not long after, Ms. Yin Wei and Ms. Ye Zi from the business class also came out of the exit carrying large and small bags, and I quickly went up to help them.

Although I'm short, I'm the strongest one.

Ye Zi asked, "Where is Miluno?"

"She seemed to have something urgent to attend to; she left in a hurry as soon as she got off the plane."

Wiping the sweat from her forehead, Ye Zi continued, "Maybe it's because we have some plants at home? In this temperature in Changkong City, potted plants wouldn't survive five days without water."

It is indeed possible that a quiet girl like Miluno would be perfectly suited to keeping some calming plants.

Yin Wei didn't say anything, but just watched Ye Zi with great interest.

"By the way, where's Ah Huang?" I asked.

They only have checked luggage. Is the Golden Rooster still in the cabin?

"Go to the counter and find it. Pets can't just be wandering around on the baggage carousel. I'll go get the car first, and we'll meet at the international arrivals gate in a bit... By the way, Serino, you haven't forgotten what we're supposed to do today, have you?"

Of course I remember.

"Go directly to the branch in a bit."

"The Tactics Division Chief will be waiting for you at the branch, and your father will be there too... You should be mentally prepared."

"Ah."

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Having suffered a great injustice, Huang Jinhao followed Ye Zi home.

For this smart and energetic dog, the eight hours spent in the cabin were like being in jail.

But now is not the time to pity it...

I asked Ms. Spica, who was sitting next to me.

How should I tell my father about this?

Although I've never been here before, according to Ms. Yin Wei, my father's office is at the end of this corridor. But instead of calming down, I became increasingly flustered.

Miss Spica has returned to her original state. She is more mature and composed in her old age, but her face is also more haggard.

"You were so confident before that you would help me persuade your father, but it turns out you hadn't even thought about what to say?"

She chose to answer by asking questions.

At that time, I made the decision based on a burst of enthusiasm, but after calming down, I still didn't dare to face him.

My mother's accident was indeed my responsibility. If I hadn't gotten lost then, my mother wouldn't have had to come back to look for me, and she wouldn't have been affected by the strange man's attack.

"I can say that he is the culprit who made him into what he is today... How can I persuade him to accept your plan?"

“But let’s keep things separate. We’re not here to discuss Yuehan today. The second counterattack operation concerns the lives of thirty magical girls from seven years ago. Although that was the result of my arrogance, there’s now a chance to make amends. There’s no reason for Asahi to oppose this plan.”

Miss Spica really hopes her dad will agree.

My father is nominally the chairman of the association, but in reality, he is just the association's external affairs manager and the person in charge of external affairs.

But he neither takes responsibility for nor cares about anything related to magical girls.

Therefore, her actual position was not higher than Miss Spica's; they were on the same level. Although Miss Sirius did not hold an actual position in the association, she still wielded considerable influence because she was not only the founder of the association but also its biggest "gold mine" and a significant source of income.

They form the current Big Three of the association.

Unfortunately, Sirius and Miss Spica are not on good terms, and Father has long been detached from internal affairs and indifferent to most matters. If the "three giants" cannot work together, the association's massive size cannot play its true role.

Miss Spica's plan is the same.

Without the support of Sirius and his father, it would have been impossible to carry out this plan.

However, Miss Spica has already gained Sirius's support. Although they do not fully agree on each other's ideas, they have still reached a certain degree of consensus. Even if her father, as the chairman, disagrees, the two of them can still push forward the counterattack plan, but it will not be so smooth.

At the end of the corridor, in front of Dad's office.

Standing here, there's no turning back, but my anxious heart is still not ready.

What should I do...?

knock --

While she was still undecided, Miss Spica knocked on the door.

The person who opened the door wasn't her father, but a woman with bright red hair, dressed in a business-style secretary outfit. She wore a fitted suit with only one button fastened, and dark red stockings under her narrow skirt. She looked young, but exuded a seductive and alluring charm.

She practically has the words "bad woman" written all over her face.

"Chief Pailo."

Miss Spica's full name is Spica Airro.

"Should I address you as Young Master Sun Yao, or as Serino?"

I've never met her, but she knows who I am; I must be my father's subordinate or assistant.

Although it was our first meeting, she gave off a strong impression, and I felt a little suffocated in her presence.

"...I think there is no difference between them."

However, Miss Spica still recognized her.

"Secretary-General An Jie, we need to see Chairman Sun Ji about something."

Despite saying that, the woman named Anjie showed no intention of giving way.

"For matters at the strategic level of the association, as long as you, Director of the Tactical Department, think it is within your power to handle, you can proceed directly. Chairman Sun does not intend to get involved in these matters."

“I’m organizing the second counterattack, and I need to know his thoughts… To put it another way, does this child need to report to you and make an appointment to see his own father?”

“I am well aware of Chairman Sun’s views. Having worked under him for so many years, I’m afraid no one knows him better than me.”

She spoke with a repulsive smile, as if she were showing off that she had her father all to herself... Her mother was still alive, but she hadn't woken up.