[CH.1] Shining silver-haired magical girl
The bright moon hung high in the sky, and its radiant silver light poured down like liquid silver, casting a shimmering glow over the entire city. Amidst the bustling streets adorned with colorful lights and lively activities, a colossal octopus-like monster suddenly appeared.
"Monster alert! Everyone, run!"
The crowd screamed and scattered in all directions, fearing they might become the monster's prey if they didn't escape in time.
A young woman who had just finished her shift at work was pushed to the ground by passersby. Overwhelmed with fear, her legs went weak, and she couldn't stand up. Seeing the monster approaching, she instinctively cried out for help.
"Help! Magical girl!"
"I, Alice, the magical girl bound by the contract of love and justice, have heard your call!"
A melodious voice rang out, and a silver-haired, sailor-suited beauty descended from the sky in a graceful manner. With a single kick, she sent the massive octopus monster flying.
She was a girl who sparkled like a gem, her silver-white hair dancing in the air, shimmering with a dazzling radiance like moonlight. Her milky-white skin was bathed in a soft, milky glow. On this moonlit night, her presence shone like a second moon, capturing the attention of everyone.
"She" was the recently active rookie idol, the magical girl Alice, who protected the city's peace and brought love and justice to the world!
"I will protect this city!"
Alice shouted her classic lines of justice, striking a pose filled with a heavy dose of teenage drama. Her elevated leg caused her skirt to flutter, and the area between her skirt and knee-high socks varied in visibility, prompting astonished exclamations from the surrounding males.
If she raised her leg any higher, her modesty might be compromised, but Alice seemed entirely unconcerned about any wardrobe malfunctions. Her attention was completely focused on the approaching monster, and she had no time to worry about her skirt.
The octopus monster, infuriated, waved its long tentacles and charged toward Alice. As a monster, it lacked intelligence, and its attacks were nothing more than wild swings of its tentacles.
Alice's slender body was exceptionally agile, and she effortlessly dodged the attacks while part of her consciousness delved into her magical girl system.
【Magical Girl Alice】
Love and Justice: 1
Sailor Suit: 5
Knee-High Socks: 6
Idol: 3
Physical Strength: 5
Spirit Link: 3 (7)
Love Points: 8
Magic Skill: Love Strike
Alice's lithe body moved with extraordinary agility as she effortlessly evaded the attacks. She focused her thoughts on her unique magical girl skill, Love Strike.
A soft pink starlight gathered on her right hand. She continued to dodge and weave until the light had fully converged, transforming her right hand into a complete pink energy sphere.
"In the name of the moon, I'll punish you!"
In truth, Alice didn't need to utter any sentences; it was just a line she intentionally designed for her magical girl persona. Recent magical girls followed this trend, with an introduction phrase and special move name, and they would recite their signature catchphrase before vanquishing monsters. It was said that this practice left a stronger impression on bystanders.
Before, Alice had even considered doing a signature finishing move like a "Knight Kick," but Love Strike could only be charged on her small fist.
Reciting her signature phrase, Alice threw a powerful punch. Her gleaming pink fist struck the octopus monster, and a dazzling radiance instantly spread over the creature. The radiance enveloped it, turning the monster pink.
Then, the octopus monster, now covered in pink, dissipated into specks of light that scattered into the night sky, leaving nothing behind.
【Love Points +1】
"Only 1 point? I waited so long to catch this monster, and it's worth only 1 point?" Alice felt a bit disappointed, but she couldn't show it on her face. As a magical girl idol, she had to maintain elegance and beauty at all times.
Amidst the cheers of the crowd, Alice descended gracefully from the sky. She crouched down and helped the girl who had been lying on the ground.
Alice asked with concern, "Are you okay?"
"Thank you for saving me," the girl looked at Alice with admiration. "I... I don't know how to thank you."
"I am Alice, the newly emerging magical girl of the community. If you want to thank me, follow me on social media. I'll be active there, and I'll always be the first to arrive whenever you need me."
Alice stood up, and her fluorescent silver hair swayed in the wind. A brilliant and warm smile adorned her face, just like sunshine, warming the hearts of the people around her.
She was truly a magical girl who shone like a star, beautiful and dazzling, radiating with vibrant colors. She was shining in the truest sense.
Alice waved to the crowd and exclaimed, "Your support is the greatest encouragement for me. Tomorrow night, I'll be performing at the New World Mall, and I hope you can all come to support me! Also, every Saturday and Sunday night at 9 pm, I'll be starting live broadcasts online. Feel free to join in and watch. I'll provide you with the most entertaining content!"
With that, Alice leaped into the sky. Her voice gradually faded in the distance, "I am Alice, the magical girl bound by the contract of love and justice. I use magic and love to heal hearts! Oh~ohohohoho..."
This was Alice's exit phrase, though her laughter sounded rather villainous.
.....
As time passed, Alice didn't encounter another monster after defeating the octopus creature at the beginning.
Being a magical girl was a rather competitive profession, with seven or eight magical girl agencies operating in the city where Alice lived. These agencies collectively had nearly a hundred magical girls under their employ.
Most monsters were taken care of by other magical girls as soon as they appeared. By the time Alice heard about them and rushed to the scene, the crowds had dispersed.
After working the whole night, she had earned only a single heart point?
In the early morning hours, Alice decided to call it a night and head back home.
"In the name of love and justice, I transform."
She recited the spell, and for a moment, a brilliant transformation took place.
The sailor suit formed of magic faded away from Alice's body, replaced by her original clothes. Her silver hair's radiance dissipated, gradually turning into short and sleek black hair. Her height increased, and her previously accentuated chest gradually flattened...
In an instant, Magical Girl Alice disappeared, and in her place stood a handsome and effeminate young man named Han Huayang.
Han Huayang, 20 years old, a second-year college student.
He didn't have any notable talents, and aside from gaming, he didn't have any particular hobbies. His grades were average, and his only remarkable feature was his appearance. He had been in a few unsuccessful relationships and was still a virgin.
He had heard that remaining a virgin until the age of 30 would turn him into a wizard, so becoming a magical girl at just 20 seemed quite far-fetched.
For various reasons, Han Huayang had transformed into Magical Girl Alice.
He cautiously called out to the air, "Boss, are you there? Can you come out for a moment?"
"Why do you summon me?"
A streak of light emerged from the glass on the wall and transformed into a spotted cat. It gently landed in front of Han Huayang.
This cat was named Kate, a spirit from another world. She had a mature and silky voice, much like an older sister, and smooth, soft fur. The one thing she detested the most was being treated like a regular cat.
Half a month ago, Kate and Han Huayang had entered into a contract, which had turned him into a magical girl.
At night, Kate's cat pupils were enlarged, shimmering with a moon-like eerie glow. She stared at Han Huayang, causing him to break into a cold sweat and shiver uncontrollably.
"Kid, I've warned you before, don't summon me unless it's necessary. Soul-linking isn't meant for frivolous requests!"
"Boss, I want to ask you for a favor. It's about this month's salary. Can you advance me a portion of it?"
Kate managed a magical girl agency.
Using three-sevenths of his soul as collateral, Han Huayang had exchanged 3 million in cash from Kate. He had to work as Magical Girl Alice for Kate until he earned enough to redeem himself.
Besides fighting monsters, he had to participate in various idol activities to generate income for the agency. Kate also provided Han Huayang with a meager salary, barely enough for him to sustain himself.
"Come on, it's just about money. I can only tell you two words—no way!"
Kate firmly rejected Han Huayang's request.
"I can only pay you at the end of the month; it's written in the contract from the beginning."
Kate extended her cat paw, and a vertical flame appeared in the void. A wax-sealed parchment materialized out of thin air. The parchment unfurled on its own, with black text on white paper detailing the terms of the contract between Han Huayang and Kate.
【Spirit Contract】
1. Human Han Huayang offers three-sevenths of his soul to form a link with the spirit Kate.
2. Spirit Kate bestows magical powers upon human Han Huayang, ensuring his safety and providing compensation at the end of each month commensurate with his work.
3. Human Han Huayang is required to work as a magical girl for the spirit Kate and obey reasonable requests from the spirit Kate.
Note: Spirit Kate can add clauses to the contract by severing the connection, and human Han Huayang can add clauses by offering his soul. Once added, any clause cannot be removed, and both parties are bound by the terms of this contract.
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