My Magical Girl System

Chapter 158: Fourth Magical Girl Candidate

Lumy tried to steady her breathing and shift the mood. She adjusted her torn skirt awkwardly, still sitting close to Andrey inside the hollow tree.

"...Anyway," she said, voice slightly hoarse, "what’s our next plan? There are too many monsters waiting near the gate. We could wait for reinforcements... or try to push deeper to find Felix. But going further would be extremely dangerous, especially since I won’t be much help in this condition."

Andrey was quiet for a moment, thinking.

’I could summon the Magical Girls like last time. With Sarah, Lisa, and Sein here, our chances would be much higher...’

But before he could speak, the System suddenly chimed in his mind.

System: Don’t even think about it.

Andrey frowned internally. ’Why not?’

System: It would be better if you made a contract with the woman in front of you instead. She already has feelings stirring inside her. If you form a bond with her now, she could become a strong candidate for Magical Girl.

Andrey’s expression stiffened. ’No. She already has someone she likes. If I force a contract on her, it would trap her. I can’t do that.’

System: You’re not being honest with yourself. I know, you know~ The first time you met her, you were already attracted to her. And right now... you’re turned on by her too, aren’t you? Or do you really want the woman in front of you to end up with that man?

Andrey stayed silent, jaw clenched.

Lumy noticed his sudden quietness and tilted her head slightly.

"...Andrey? Are you okay?"

She was still flushed from the earlier poison extraction, her torn dark pencil skirt barely covering her thighs, and her white blouse slightly disheveled, showing the lace edge of her bra.

Andrey looked at her for a moment, the mix of her usual cold beauty and the current vulnerable, flushed state before turning his gaze away.

"...We’ll wait a little longer," he said finally. "If reinforcements don’t arrive soon, we’ll try to move deeper carefully."

Lumy nodded slowly, though she still looked worried about Felix.

Andrey remained silent, trying to ignore the System’s teasing. But the System didn’t stop.

System: Well? Are you interested? She’s quite sexy, you know~ Look at that cold beauty, big breasts, and that serious face. If you make a contract with her, I’m sure you could make her moan beautifully just like the other Magical Girls. Imagine her cold voice turning sweet and needy while you—

Andrey’s jaw tightened. He was about to mentally snap back at the System when—

Rustle... Rustle...

Heavy clicking sounds approached from outside the hollow tree. Several beetle monsters had followed the trail of their blood and were now surrounding their hiding spot.

"Damn it—" Andrey stood up quickly, Ki Blade forming in his hand. "They found us!"

He pushed Lumy deeper into the tree hollow and stepped out to face the monsters. He fought fiercely, slashing through two beetles, but more kept coming. His body was already exhausted and still partially poisoned. The monsters overwhelmed him with sheer numbers.

One large beetle slammed into him, sending him crashing against the tree. Another slashed his side deeply. Andrey grunted in pain as blood flowed again.

Lumy watched from inside the hollow, her face pale with horror and guilt.

’This is my fault... If I hadn’t been a burden, Andrey wouldn’t be in danger... Felix... what should I do...’

Tears of frustration and despair filled her eyes.

At that critical moment, a bright pink window appeared in front of Lumy.

System: Fourth Magical Girl Candidate has appeared: Lumy Rinne

Due to extreme emotional resonance and strong protective desire, you have qualified as a Magical Girl Candidate.

Do you wish to form a contract and become a Magical Girl?

(Yes / No)

Lumy’s eyes widened in shock. She stared at the floating window in front of her, completely stunned.

"Eh...?"

Her voice came out small and disbelieving as she looked at the System notification.

Andrey, who was still fighting off the surrounding beetle monsters, suddenly noticed the glowing blue window in front of Lumy.

His eyes widened.

"System!" he growled internally. "I didn’t order you to offer her the contract!"

System: I’m just helping you so you don’t die here, Master~ If she doesn’t become a Magical Girl now, both of you will most likely perish. I’m being considerate, you know?

Andrey slashed away another monster and shouted toward Lumy without turning around.

"Lumy! Think about it carefully! Once you accept the contract, there’s no going back. Your life will change completely. You won’t be able to return to how things were before."

Lumy stared at the System window in front of her. Her hands trembled slightly. The image of Felix trapped inside the gate, combined with Andrey fighting desperately to protect her, flashed through her mind.

She closed her eyes for a moment, then opened them again with strong determination.

"...It’s fine," she said, her voice serious and resolute. "I won’t regret it. As long as I can save Felix... I’ll do anything."

Without hesitation, Lumy reached out and pressed YES.

System: Candidate #4 response positive! Preparing transformation sequence... color theme: Deep Blue

A brilliant deep blue light suddenly burst out from Lumy’s body, illuminating the dark forest around them. The light was elegant and powerful, wrapping around her like flowing water.

Her clothes dissolved into particles of light. A new outfit began to form an elegant, form-fitting dark blue Magical Girl dress with silver accents. The dress had a high collar but a deep neckline that beautifully accentuated her large breasts. The fabric was sleek and slightly glossy, hugging her curves perfectly. A long, flowing cape-like skirt with high slits revealed her smooth, sexy thighs with every movement. In her hand materialized an elegant silver staff topped with a glowing blue crystal.

When the light finally faded, Lumy stood transformed.

She looked stunning cold, elegant, and powerful. The deep blue outfit perfectly complemented her short blue hair and sharp black eyes. Her figure was even more captivating than before, with her full breasts emphasized by the dress and her long, toned legs exposed through the high slits.

Lumy looked down at herself, then gripped the staff tightly. A faint blue glow surrounded her body.

"...So this is what it feels like," she whispered.

Andrey, who had just finished slashing the last monster near him, turned around and froze for a second when he saw her new form.

Even in the middle of battle, he couldn’t help but be momentarily captivated by how elegant and beautiful she looked.

Lumy looked at him with renewed determination.

"Let’s go. I’ll help you fight. We’re saving Felix no matter what."