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Bronya couldn't wait to return to the Upper City and take over the Silvermane Guard.

Suddenly, she felt a hand tugging at the hem of her clothes, and at the same time, a clear voice said:

"Miss, would you be willing to sign a contract with me and become a magical girl?"

99. Conversation with Bronya

"what?"

Bronya looked down and saw a girl with exotic clothing, two horns on her head, black hair and red eyes, smiling at her.

Moreover, the term "magical girl" gave her a jolt. During this time, she had collected quite a few cards, and each time she obtained one, the information conveyed within it only intensified her interest in the so-called magical girl.

"Little sister, my friend was just passing by. Here, have a piece of candy. Go somewhere else."

Seele also saw this scene, but being oblivious, she didn't think too much about it like Bronya did. Instead, she took out a piece of candy and handed it to Bai Zhi like she was teasing a child.

"Well... thank you, Sister Seele."

Bai Zhi chuckled and accepted the candy without saying anything more. Bronya's outfit was indeed quite nice; even she hadn't recognized the person shrouded in the large linen robe as Bronya at first glance.

If it weren't for the few strands of silver hair that Seele and Bronya were peeking out from their hoods, she might not have recognized them at all.

"It's nothing...wait, how did you know my name?"

Seele initially seemed indifferent, but she quickly realized that she was certain she had never seen the girl in front of her before.

"It's a secret~"

Bai Zhi winked playfully.

"Lady Baizhi, what brings you here? Is there anything we can help you with?"

At this moment, the minister wearing glasses ran up to Bai Zhi and asked curiously.

"It's nothing, just a chat with everyone in the lower city. You all go about your business."

Bai Zhi waved her hand. These guys had ulterior motives, and their goals weren't just about the right to enter the cave. She was well aware of this, since no one would fawn over someone for no reason, especially a group of politicians.

She wasn't particularly concerned about these people's motives, because with her strength and the resources she could mobilize, Belloberberg had nothing that could threaten her.

If these people can please her, she really wouldn't mind doing something.

Anyway, nothing is more valuable than my happiness.

"Then you can take your time with your work. We will actively help the people of the city and make sure everyone knows your name."

Upon seeing this, the minister bowed and tactfully left. The goodwill had been conveyed; saying anything more would only annoy people.

They maintained a very good sense of distance.

After the minister left, Bai Zhi looked up at Bronya and said, "Miss, let's find a suitable place to talk."

Bronya frowned slightly. To be honest, she didn't really want to agree to the offer because, in her opinion, this Bai Zhi was too strange. Judging from her name and clothing, she was not a local of Belloberg at all, but rather seemed like an extraterrestrial visitor as described in the records.

And what is this guy trying to do by controlling so many of Belloberg's top executives?

She keenly sensed that the problem was huge and could turn the entire Belleburg upside down.

This was a situation she didn't want to see Xi Dao in, because Belloberg itself was very fragile, and even a slight disturbance could completely destroy the city-state.

"Let's talk, what are you afraid of? She's just a little kid, how could she possibly beat us?"

Compared to Bronya's somewhat hesitant demeanor, Seele seemed more decisive. Even though she noticed Bai Zhi's odd behavior, she agreed without hesitation.

"Alright then, let's find a place to talk."

Bronya sighed helplessly, then led Bai Zhi to a snack stall in Rocky Town.

The group sat down, and after the food stall owner brought over some food, Xi'er broke the somewhat silent atmosphere.

"Are you two both mute? And Bronya, you're usually so talkative, why can't you speak now?"

Bronya took a deep breath. "What's going on with those ministers and nobles? As far as I know, they're the kind of people who won't get up early for nothing, yet they're being so attentive...it's a bit..."

"Unbelievable, isn't it?" Bai Zhi interrupted Bronya before she could finish her sentence.

Bronya nodded silently.

"It's not that exaggerated. I guess they just think they can get something out of me, whether it's a cave or the power of a magical girl or something."

“Magical Girl… could you be the Dragon Girl of the Divine Capital?” Bronya was slightly taken aback, extracting some information from Bai Zhi’s words. She remembered the information she received after obtaining those cards.

"Yes, I am the Dragon Girl of the Divine Capital. Although I've gotten a bit tired of magical girls lately, I still want to ask you, would you like to sign a contract with me?"

Bai Zhi sighed. Initially, she only wanted to give this magical girl to a select few, such as Pera, Hilva, and other Berloberg characters. However, after the officials found out, they went crazy and went to the school to promote it, so she couldn't directly refuse.

After all, the more contracts she makes, the more pleasure power Aha bestows upon her from the Heart of Darkness. Overall, it's beneficial, because she herself is not strong enough to pay for the energy that others borrow to lend her power.

She could choose not to borrow power, but if she didn't, she wouldn't be able to collect the costs associated with borrowing power to help herself grow.

Although she can travel to different worlds through the system to enhance the power of the talismans, that speed is ultimately very slow, and other auxiliary methods are still needed.

Furthermore, the form of a magical girl can be specified; it can be the traditional transformation or it can remain unchanged.

The transformation device can be a magic wand, but it can also take other forms, such as... the Eye of God, or even a belt or a light stick, that's all fine.

So, in a sense, if her Dark Heart stores enough power, she could also play the role of a Star God. Although she wouldn't have the inexhaustible power of a Star God, it would still be a decent way to cultivate her own power.

"What is the purpose of signing this contract?"

Bronya asked curiously.

"Well, I'll give you a new set of clothes and a little bit of power. If necessary, you might be able to ask my power for help, just like the power of these cards."

Bai Zhi waved her hand, and the stack of cards in Xi'er's hand fell into her hands.

100 Bronya, why don't you change into the Secondary Silverwing outfit?

"An immortal dog, a floating chicken, a destructive dragon... you've collected quite a lot, haven't you? But what do you plan to do with all these cards?"

"Hey, why are you taking other people's things like that!" Seele immediately realized what was happening and tried to snatch them back.

"Because I made it, so strictly speaking, it's mine~"

Bai Zhi waved the stack of cards in her hand and then handed them to Xi'er.

"Could it be that you intend to overthrow Cocolia?"

Bai Zhi watched Bronya's slightly changed expression with great interest, becoming even more certain of her guess.

She really didn't expect that Bronya would actually have this idea. You know, in the original storyline, even though Bronya knew about Cocolia's various actions, she did not directly raise the banner of rebellion.

Because Cocolia is not only her superior, but also the mother who raised her, Bronya, despite her soldierly strength, would most likely not be able to harm her own family.

And now, I'm having this kind of thought.

Was it Seele who gave her courage, or... those cards?

“Cocolia has acted against the tide of history, causing such suffering to the people of the lower city. What’s wrong with overthrowing her? Bronya would be a better fit for this position!”

Seele didn't hold back at all and shouted loudly, while Bronya helplessly covered her head.

Luckily, this is the lower city. If they had made such a fuss in the upper city, they probably would have been taken away by the Silvermane Iron Guards long ago.

"Seele, keep your voice down, everyone's looking over here," Bronya said in a low voice.

"Tch... That's for sure. Cocolia is a completely unqualified leader."

Although Seele was talking enthusiastically, she clearly listened to Bronya's words and gradually lowered her voice.

"Is this what you call a loving mother and filial daughter...? But speaking of which, I also agree with Seele's idea. Cocolia is indeed not suitable to be the High Warden. If Beloberg continues to be ruled by her, it will probably perish soon."

“I am not coveting power, but I sympathize with the people of the lower city and I clearly understand that Belloberg is already very fragile. Although my mother was wise and powerful in the past, now, the long period of time has made her thinking rigid and willful.”

"But I have seen everything, and I will correct these mistakes and ask Seele and the people of the Earthfire to help me so that I will no longer be swayed by one-sided opinions."

“That’s right, I believe that if Bronya comes to power, she will definitely be much better than that old woman!”

Seele nodded in agreement. She had done a lot with Bronya during this time, and even at night, when Bronya had nowhere to sleep, she slept in the same bed with her.

Of course, he would trust his wife.

"This is my thinking, not for the sake of power."

Seemingly afraid that Bai Zhi would misunderstand, Bronya explained very seriously. She knew how terrible the struggle for power could be. If it were in the past, even if her mother Cocolia was incompetent, that was all.

Even though she has many complaints, she doesn't want to raise the banner of rebellion. Instead, she will choose to let time pass, for Cocolia to step down as the Great Guardian, and everything will change after she takes office.

But now there are too many variables in Belloberg, whether it's the outsiders gradually building up their reputation in the lower city.

It was these suddenly appearing cards that caused considerable chaos.

Even the little girl in front of me who calls herself Bai Zhi.

Even nobles and ministers were destabilizing factors.

She was absolutely certain that if it had been Bai Zhi who took the throne instead of herself, the nobles and ministers would most likely not have let Cocolia, who had lost power, go unpunished.

Because what could be easier than kicking your former boss while you're down to win over your current boss?

If she comes to power, her relationship with Cocolia will allow her to prevent those people from harming her mother.

Therefore, her desire to seize power was not only for the sake of the people of the lower city, but also, in a false sense, for Cocolia's safety.

"I see. So, would you be willing to sign a contract with me and become a magical girl? Hmm... no, for you, would you like to change your appearance, like the Secondary Silver Wing or something?"

"In exchange, I can give you a little help, such as getting these ministers and nobles to help you become the next Grand Guardian. They should be very willing."

"why?"

Bronya frowned, somewhat puzzled, and said, "Those ministers and nobles are so eager to please you. Even if you wanted to be the Great Guardian, you would have received their support, right? Why would they give me this opportunity?"

She was well aware of the allure of power. Some adults might have some resistance, but a child like Bai Zhi would probably be completely unable to resist the desire to command others.

"Why else? Because it's fun, of course!"

Bai Zhi shrugged. There was nothing else to it; she just wanted to see Bronya accept her request, put on the Secondary Silverwing outfit, take a picture, and send it to Lao Yang to see what kind of expression he would have.

"System, if I put Bronya in that outfit, can it be uploaded as material for the game players?"

Suddenly, Bai Zhi thought of something and immediately asked in her mind.

[Ding! Of course you can. If you choose to upload, the second part of the Dream Event will be added to the game. Your adventure will be adapted into a Dream branch, and related collaboration skins will be released. You can obtain relevant system points from it.]

"If this is profitable, then it's a good decision!"

Upon hearing the system's reply, Bai Zhi was slightly taken aback, but instantly became even more interested.

"interesting?"

Bronya found it even harder to understand. Was it worth exchanging so much support for a change of clothes and the return of power?

As a politician, Bronya was not taught this way from a young age. People might give small favors depending on their mood, but she found it unbelievable that such a huge amount of resources came with virtually no cost.

If it were someone else, they might have even set conditions like demanding a marriage alliance.

"I can understand that. This guy is probably like Sambo, a fun-loving person. It's hard to understand the thought process of these guys. It seems that happiness is the most important thing for them."

Compared to Bronya, Seele seemed much more carefree.

"How about adding another condition? You can come and keep me company whenever you have time, or be my body pillow or something?"

"No, Bronya absolutely can't. I can go with her, but not her!"

Before Bronya could even speak, Seele became agitated.

101 Walter: Seems to be an old friend

"Then why don't you two go together?"

Bai Zhi revealed a mischievous smile, "It's quite a beautiful story to see a husband and wife working together, isn't it?"

"What couple? Seele and I are just friends!!"

Despite her tough talk, Bronya's usually serious face turned slightly red.