Living with a magical girl, but a weirdo cadre

　What to say?

　If we consider "Moire's process of elimination" as a lottery, then drawing a lottery from countless human cities...

　Just how difficult is this?

　First of all, the number of cities in the world is actually far less than people imagine... probably only a little over ten thousand.

　It's about 13,000.

　However, because many small countries or enclaves have cities that are quite close together, a single "exploration" can identify several cities.

　To simplify calculations, we can reduce it to an integer.

　There are a total of 10,000 cities in the "card pool".

　The only one among them that could elicit a "found" from the angels, judging from their reactions, is only Fudou.

　Although I don't know why I felt like I had "found it", or why the angels discovered the clues.

　In those six days, including today, Moirai sent out a total of 24 angelic invasions...

　The chance of discovering Fengdu is approximately 0.24%.

　With such a low probability, how could...

　"..."

　"The probability... is it really that high?"

　Cong Yu couldn't help but say, having played many gacha games, he suddenly realized that the number was actually not excessively low.

　Moreover, as the number of draws increases, this probability actually increases gradually because some cities will be excluded during the process.

　"This is bad...tsk—"

　Cong Yu clicked her tongue in annoyance, watching the scenery flashing past the Jormungandr train window.

　However, he was no longer in the mood to appreciate it at that moment.

　I don't know if the wind has been destroyed by the angels, or if Yaochuan and the others are injured... No, there's no need to worry about that.

　Cong Yu realized that she might have been too concerned and made a mistake.

　Based on Yaochuan Guangfa's analysis, the angels probably didn't engage in any combat or common-sense attacks.

　Upon "observing" Fengdu and realizing something was wrong, they immediately took the action of "turning around and running away".

　Why? Why run?

　Where are we going?

　"..." But in any case, one thing is beyond doubt—whatever the enemy wants to do, we must do our best to stop them.

　Especially those intentions that are incomprehensible.

　Just as the French might not fully understand why the Germans wanted Verdun...

　If the angels flee, then we must pursue them.

　However, if possible, I still hope that Hikaru and the others are safe and sound, even if they didn't manage to stop the angels...

　Don't let anything happen... that's the most important thing.

　At least that's what Cong Yu thought.

　-

　"Still on the run... Where are they trying to escape to?"

　Yaochuan Guang couldn't help but ask this question, and quickly followed the lead of a group of obvious little elves, chasing after Lantian Zhu and Xiao Cui.

　Because the angels fled so quickly, they could no longer see them; they could only see the little fairies.

　Like tiny sprites that seemed to be everywhere, they all watched the angel's movements, and then one by one they stopped in place, forming a path.

　Just like a guide worm, it guided the three of them in the right direction.

　Hearing Yaochuan Guang's words, Xiao Cui, who was focused on confirming the vision and direction with the little fairy, did not have a chance to reply.

　Lan Tianzhu quickly noticed something amiss...

　"Judging from the direction, it's heading towards northern China."

　As he said this, Lan Tianzhu roughly analyzed the direction and changed his tune: "No, it might be Mongolia or a region controlled by monsters."

　Upon receiving this news, Yaochuan Guang quickened his pace and asked, "Are you sure?"

　In response to Yao Chuanguang's question, Xiao Cui, who had been keeping her eyes closed, quickly opened them: "It's China! That angel has slowed down on the grasslands of China... and started attacking the little elves!"

　Did China originally have grasslands?

　Yaochuan Guang showed an innocent expression, but still immediately sent a message to Cong Yu, reminding him of the angel's current location.

　"Phew...Should we still chase after them?"

　Lan Tianzhu, panting, sought the two's opinion: "Or should we just notify the Immortal King of China and be done with it?"

　Honestly, flying so fast in such a short time, from Japan to China's airspace so quickly... Lan Tianzhu is almost done for.

　It wasn't that I was physically tired, but rather that my magic power was being used up quite a bit.

　Nagisa Azumi's magical reserves are actually not outstanding among ordinary magical girls... How should I put it?

　While it wasn't exactly a financial crisis, it certainly wasn't much more—even less than Xiao Cui's.

　Not to mention comparing him to Yaochuan Guang.

　"Oh right, I also need to inform Xian Kui... Xiao Lan, hang in there a little longer, there won't be any more magic consumption during the battle later."

　Yao Chuanguang, who had a friend of Xian Kui, said this, and then immediately started typing away on his phone to share the information with Xian Kui.

　Lan Tianzhu was stunned for a moment...

　Blue Sky Nagisa, who remained expressionless, pondered briefly before having to admit that Hikaru was right.

　Although the idea of ​​"no magic consumption during battle" sounds ridiculous... it is indeed the truth.

　Because the [Severing Source - Brilliance] spell is indeed a "zero-cost" spell that does not consume one's own magic power.

　Before Yao Chuanguang could receive a response from Xian Kui, a voice appeared beside the three of them—

　"Phew... Did I make it?"

　When Cong Yu's voice came, Yao Chuanguang and the others quickly turned their heads and saw Cong Yu's head sticking out from an empty space.

　Then, the Jormungandr train appeared from the cracks in the world, transforming into a giant serpent. Cong Yu grabbed the upper jaw of the serpent's snout and flipped over to sit on the serpent's neck.

　Cong Yu looked relieved.

　This shows that Cong Yu really cares about the three little ones. He looked around and asked, "Where's Hong? Didn't she come to help you?"

　While asking this question, Cong Yu lifted Lan Tianzhu, whose heart and lungs had stopped due to the giant snake, and scooped the three of them onto the snake's neck.

　"Teacher Hong went to see the performance of Piano Soul and the others."

　Yao Chuan Guang said this with a somewhat regretful look: "We originally wanted to go too... but we found an angel on the way."

　As he spoke, Yao Chuan Guang concealed the regret on his face and looked down to see if Xian Kui had sent any messages.

　Based on the celestial chieftain's confirmation, we need to determine as soon as possible exactly where the angel's target is...

　Xiao Cui could see and was able to guide her, but because she wasn't Chinese, she couldn't clearly explain what the place name was.

　[Xian Kui: Thank you. We have confirmed their location. I'm heading towards Inner Mongolia. Thank you for your help.]

　[Xiankui: Have you informed Cong Yu of this?]

　Regarding Xiankui's words, Yaochuan Guang showed his phone to Congyu-chan, exchanging information. Then, sitting on the Jormungandr train, he typed away against the wind pressure.

　[Yaochuan Guang: Now that we've met up, what's the name of that grassland? The one the angel went to?]

　In response to Yaochuan Guang's question, Xiankui quickly gave a reply.

　[Xiankui: Tongliao City]

　Chapter 771 Time Capsule

　If the entire Earth were unified, where would the capital most likely be built?

　To consider this issue, we must first consider many factors... There are three approaches based on different perspectives.

　Options are available.

　The first type is a place with convenient transportation, adjacent to the ocean, where one or two hundred million people can be accommodated without feeling crowded.

This place could become the absolute economic center of the earth.

　The second option is to choose a location that is relatively central within a circle, offering the best climate and environment, and can radiate influence to the most economic centers and megacities.

　This option prioritizes an excellent climate and natural environment, with economic convenience as a secondary consideration.

　The third option is to choose a region with great development potential but which is not yet fully developed, so that the establishment of the new capital can drive immigration and economic development.

　Just as the Age of Exploration gave rise to modern New World nations like the Americas, Australia, and South Africa.

　……

　From Cong Yu's perspective, or rather... from his own future experiences, the answer goes beyond the question itself.

　Just like in the "trolley problem," the choice is not to save multiple people or one person, but to save "everyone."

　The answer is "no" capital city.

　Q: Where might the capital be located?

　Answer: There is no capital city.

　This seems somewhat far-fetched and unorthodox.

　But upon closer reflection, it seems quite reasonable, especially considering that even from the perspective of the present (or past)...

　Not every country has a capital city.

　Different cultures, different economies, different habits—what can be accommodated will be accommodated, and what needs time to integrate will naturally separate.

　Seek common ground while reserving differences.

　This principle should have been recognized by everyone since the time when "heretical trials" were not common.

　Rather than a capital city, it is more like a collection of economic entities, economic zones, and mega-corporations under a federation.

　Within this trend of "federal overall development," some smaller places are gradually forming systems and gaining momentum.

　For example, Tongliao.

　Cities and regions with deeply rooted cultural symbols and barriers cannot develop abruptly.

　Tongliao's local culture, while not exactly rich and colorful, or particularly known for its singing and dancing, is certainly lacking in substantial works.

　Areas prone to natural disasters are also unsuitable. Although the solutions weren't difficult to implement at the time, the cost of finding a solution ultimately matters.

　Tongliao is a region almost free from natural disasters; it has never experienced earthquakes, snowstorms, typhoons, or floods.

　Areas that already have urban areas with "first ring," "second ring," and "third ring" are naturally unsuitable, as it is difficult to develop and plan on that basis.

　The area surrounding Tongliao consists of grasslands and endless farmland.

　Then there's transportation and resource delivery...

　Tongliao boasts numerous coal mines and is served by six railway lines. It is also surrounded by major grain-producing regions and super-economic cities.

　Finally……

　Tongliao has a very beautiful shape, giving it a sense of returning to primitive beliefs and the existence of the most basic worship. I suggest searching for pictures to see it (laughs).

　Therefore, Tongliao will obviously be a remarkable city in the future.

　John Group was the first to notice this place and set up operations there... just as Arasaka was to Night City.

　Cong Yu visited this place during her "wandering" trip.

　Cong Yu, born in Whitworth City, is like other Whitworth residents. Whether studying or working, she never leaves her room.

　The only contact with the outside world is the machines that manage the guest rooms of Whitty Tower and the drones that deliver goods from outside the windows.

　In addition, there's "roaming".

　Infiltrating into the virtual world and engaging in basic social interactions for travel... Infiltration technology is Whitty Technology's main research and development business.