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Chapter 63: Necromancy

"Get him!" The man in black shouted to his henchmen. Unlike the typical rush seen in hero movies, his henchmen approached me gradually as if weighed down by a heavy burden. They were terrified of my red eyes, my intimidation. It seemed they were not special forces, just your regular henchmen.

I looked at them and smirked, eager to test my new weapon—a push dagger known as a katar. Its use resembled boxing; one would punch towards the enemy's neck, driving the bla...

Chapter 19: Discourse

"Yo. What happened there?"

My response was terse, "Shining Arrow asked me to spar with Sapphire using her staff." I tried to sound indifferent, masking the turmoil and tears from earlier. My chest ached, so I diverted my gaze to the window, observing the burning city in an effort to distract myself.

"Huh? Why?"

"Shining wanted to accentuate that actual combat skill matters, not just stats. I've trained with a naginata in club activ...

Chapter 18: Reinforcement

"Black Lily? Ahaha... You're not supposed to use a color not related to your... origin... in your name..." Serene Night hesitated, as if the words caught in her throat. "Wait, really? She's one of those black MG? Those rare ones! How?!"

"The accurate term is Dark Origin Magical Girl, Magical Girl Serene Night," Felicia manifested beside me, providing clarification. "While it's prohibited to use a dominant color not associated with your origin in your costume, incor...

Chapter 17: Selfish

"Will you cancel my engagement with Jonathan?"

"Hmm? Jonathan? Who's Jonathan? Wait..." Kageyama and my father suddenly came to a realization.

"Canceled."

A bright light flashed, and I was no longer Magical Girl Black Lily but simply Yuri. My hand shook as Kageyama and my father looked at me, wide-eyed. This was the first time I had gone against their wishes. I don't like Jonathan. If I have to run away from home and live in Guardi...

Chapter 16: Negotiation

"Welcome, Miss Black Lily. My name is Mayor John. I apologize if our approach seems a bit discourteous. However, we wish to discuss matters more privately with you."

"I see…" I paused, taking a moment to observe the room.

"You don't have to engage in conversation with them if you're uncomfortable, Black Lily," Felicia communicated telepathically. "Considering your recent introduction to being a Magical Girl, it might be unfair for larg...

Chapter 15: Returning

Alice approached me and conjured a hooded cloak from thin air. After Sapphire healed my wound, I examined my back through Felicia's vision but found no tear in my costume. When I touched my back, I only felt the smooth fabric under my fingers.

"Your astral shift costume automatically repairs itself. However, the wound was real, about 3 centimeters deep," Felicia clarified before I could inquire further.

"You should cancel your astral shi...

Chapter 14:Sapphire Priest

"Why did I become a magical girl... I wonder..." She glanced at me after her staff made contact with the head of one of the Anathema, effectively immobilized by my clones. "Have you ever dreamed of becoming a Magical Girl?"

"Of course, hasn't everyone at some point? I mean, it's practically embedded in our school curriculum. Remember the English essays where we were asked to imagine what we would do if we became magical girls or guardians? They wanted us to conside...

Chapter 62: Staking

"Alright, same as always, I want you to scout the castle's surroundings."

"Why?" I blurted out, sounding foolish even to my own ears.

"The higher-ups are questioning the prince's loyalty. If they find proof of his betrayal, like discreet communication with a Western country, it could fetch a handsome price."

"I see," I mused, impressed by the efficiency of Reaper's intelligence system. Could they already be aware of our discussions...

Chapter 13: Rewards

"Congratulations, Black Lily. More notifications are on the way, but I've taken the liberty to suppress them before. It will be a lengthy update. Let's hope we can review it in a more peaceful setting soon. You deserve another round of congratulations. It's quite rare for a Magical Girl to defeat an Anathema over twenty levels above their own at such an early stage, even with Shining Arrow's assistance. Do you want to review your notifications?"

"Alright, we have about twenty...

Chapter 12: Zone Clearing

"Alright. Usurpation zone Code S014," the soldier muttered, pointing ahead. "It's supposed to be that way."

"It's a sports center."

"It WAS a sports center. I don't think it can serve as one without a complete rebuild," Sapphire remarked as we looked toward the ruins labeled 'sports center'. Its windows were shattered, and the walls cracked. Black, slimy substances here and there added to the horror of the usurpation zone.

"Wan-Chan, scout, please."

"Phoenix...

Chapter 11: Strategy 

Chapter 11: Strategy 

Rows upon rows of civilians sought refuge within the Guardian Command, filling the corridors and creating a cramped environment. My frown deepened at the sight; without addressing the usurpation zones within the next two or three days, the situation would escalate into a crisis.

"Greetings, Miss Shining Arrow, Red Flame Darkness, and Sapphire Priest," the mayor and my father greeted us in the command room. Unlike my expectations, th...

Chapter 10: New Team

"Ahem. I've decided on the name Magical Girl Black Lily. It's a pleasure to meet you all." I chose the name that felt the most fitting from their suggestions, deliberately omitting any reference to 'princess' or 'hime.'

"We should look for a sofa or a bed so she can enter her reflection room and create her astral dress."

"There's no need for that. I can just sit by this tree. Felicia mentioned we could bypass most of the traditional process since I already have a design in mind." ...

Chapter 9: Meeting

"Watch out, they're up against two arachnomantis," Felicia announced, referring to the footage from my magic eye at the front gate. There, I observed three of Shirayuki's contracted Magical Girls and Guardians in combat. Red Flame Darkness, clad in red armor and wielding a longsword; Alice, known as Shining Arrow in her Magical Girl form, adorned in frilly, puffed-up skirts; and Sapphire Priest, in a blue dress with a white staff.

They were battling two spider-like Anathema, ...

Chapter 8: Usurpation Zone

I woke up to a sharp pang of pain as my leg accidentally struck something during my sleep. Immediately, I checked all my spy cameras. The sky was still cloaked in darkness. Glancing at my smartphone, it displayed 2 AM. A wave of panic hit me before I calmed myself down. I had never been out past 6 PM, nor had I ever slept over at a friend's house. But this was an extraordinary situation.

"Ugh..." I tended to my leg, unwrapping and then reapplying the antibiotic ointment. Fort...

Chapter 7: Rest

"There are five Anathema in the minimarket," Felicia reported. They are fairly low-leveled: two Fomorian Ghouls, a Fomorian Hound, a Fomorian Gravedigger, and an Ichor of Words.

"Can we take them out?"

"Well, yes, but since you're without your astral shift, I'd advise against it."

"Alright. Let's take them out. Do you know about these Anathema? Can you tell me their weaknesses?" I knew I shouldn't ignore her advice, but frustration and hunger were getting the better of me. I...

Chapter 6: Situation

"Okay, let's move. Ah! An Anathema just passed our house. Let's take it down. What a convenient ability we have. I do not need to peek outside."

"Alright," I nodded. It's now my duty to eliminate Anathema. "Um... How should we go about it?"

"I'll lure it inside the house. Or, you could simply head down to the ground floor and make some noise. They'll be drawn in this direction. Lower-level Anathema are straightforward in their behavior. This should...

Chapter 61: Heroine Claire

"Once more, my deepest thanks for your support and provisions, Prince Ludwin," Count Shadowstep intoned, bowing gracefully before the prince. "Our fortunes shifted when our covert operative managed to locate and neutralize the enemy's jamming device. Our lands are now secure, thanks to your aid." His gratitude was palpable, yet I couldn't help but mask my cynicism with a forced smile. In my mind's eye, I rolled my eyes. Had Prince Ludwin truly contributed anything of substance? It ...

Chapter 5: Tutorial

"Alright. Our tutorial was cut short because of the Anathemas. Next, I need to tell you about the status screen," Felicia resumed her explanation.

"Status screen? Why do you talk like it's a game?"

"Oh. Although you've never played any video games, I'm surprised you're aware of the concept. It required some effort to discern your combat preferences without video game experience."

"I learned about it from a book. Plus, I've seen it mentioned on video sites and the ...

Chapter 4: Status

"I am sorry, but currently, you cannot access your astral shift." My heart froze as the implications began to dawn on me.

I can't transform? What does that mean? Am I not a magical girl, after all?

"What? I can't access my astral shift? Why? Does that mean I can't transform?" Transformation is essential to a magical girl. Without it, they are no different than any ordinary high school or middle school student.

Furthermore, they would lose the magical shie...

Chapter 3: Contract

"Will you make a contract?" I scrutinized the black cat, trying to size her up. Tales of tiny mascots accompanying Magical Girls were common knowledge.

"Are you a familiar?"

"We are artificial intelligence created by Zenith to assist humanity in fighting against the Anathema by forming contracts with Magical Girls and Guardians. Humans typically refer to us as familiars. However, since I have not yet formed a contract with any Magical Girls, referr...

Chapter 2: Anathema

Anathema, the calamity that brought our world to its knees. These monsters emerged through rifts in the Earth, an event we termed "usurpation." It began over thirty years ago, thrusting humanity into a desperate fight for survival. Armed with guns, tanks, and even nuclear missiles, we fought back. Yet, the very nature of the Anathema proved to be our undoing. Their ability to open rifts anywhere made conventional warfare futile. Despite our efforts, the first and second usurpations...

Chapter 1: New Mesa

From my dreary classroom, I gazed outside, tuning out the chatter of my classmates. Beyond our city, far out in the ocean, lay heaven—a sanctuary city crafted by the Zenith, embodying safety, comfort, and justice. Despite the distance, the megacity's transparent shield sparkled, visible even from here. Yet, we do not reside in that paradise, suspended on its floating island by the Zenith. We dwell on Earth, in the burgeoning frontier city of New Mesa.

"Yuri-sama!...

Chapter 60: War Conclusion

I leveled up. It's the second time now, yet I haven't chosen any upgrades. When I called upon my status boxes, these words appeared:

Blessing of the Killing Star has risen to Level 5

Choose your upgrade:

- Poison Resistance Level 1

- Paralysis Resistance Level 1

- Improved Kinetic Vision Level 2

Blessing of the Killing Star has risen to Level 6

Choose your upgrade:

- Poison Resistance Level 1

- V...

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Chapter 59: Success

Night fell, and armed with my new tools, I ventured outside. My body felt heavier with the addition of the ballistic knife and bombs. Thank goodness I hadn't brought the katar. As my horse trotted towards the forest, I focused my vision, detecting a thin film, more like a haze of mana scattered here and there. These must have been the detection spells the wind agent used to track me. He was undoubtedly a diligent agent, back in action so soon after I shot him in the face yesterday....

Chapter 58: Shop

"Ugh…" I slammed the pillow in frustration, a surge of anger coursing through me.

"I HIT HIM SQUARE IN THE FACE! IT'S A HEADSHOT!" I groaned, clutching my chest and tossing around in bed. Alicia remained peacefully asleep beside me, unfazed by my turmoil. No matter what I did, she wouldn't stir. I'd drugged her with sleeping pills before. I continued to toss and turn until dawn broke, then dragged myself out of bed, my face worn with exhaustion.

...

Chapter 57: Showdown

Night finally arrived, and the operation to destroy the jammer commenced. I still had the forest map, and with my new glasses, I could see a HUD that showed my real-time position superimposed onto the Shadowstep map using my cartographer tool. With Narwhal's help, I rented a horse and sneaked out of the fort through the back door.

After activating my camouflage, I dismounted and walked into the forest. It was quiet, with a flicker of light in the distance. As I app...

Chapter 56: Siege 2

"Soldiers of the empire! I am Ludwin Seraphim, the second Prince of the Althemer Empire! The empire is now being attacked by these Elderan scums. I will be here with you. Now, I order you to fight! We will not give an inch of our land to them," Ludwin rallied the troops in the barracks. I wondered where he copied his lines from. He sure has a talent for rallying the troops. I could see the royal guards seemed to be encouraged by his speech. Their roar reverberated.

Chapter 55:Siege

Morning arrived, but Prince Ludwin found himself not in his bedroom, but rather in my father's study. He groggily made his way to the dinner table and sat there, appearing listless. Alicia seemed unusually cheerful after we spent the night together, her maid uniform fluttering as she skipped while serving toast with ham and cheese.

"Good morning, Your Highness. May I inquire why you slept in my father's study?" I asked.

"Eli, didn't you hear the cannons yesterday? We we...

Chapter 54: Arrival

"Watch out! An ambush!" Thor shouted. The carriage sped up as I used my dark tentacle to bind myself to the boxes. When I peeked outside, the guards raised their muskets like dragoons from those Renaissance movies. A squad of guards lined up their horses, firing at the approaching horsemen. All the horsemen died. However, goblins came from behind the marauding horsemen, and Gladeus drew his sword, sounding the charge.

"Eli! They are coming your way!" Prince Ludwin ...