Starting as a Magical Girl, I Alone Shall Rule for Eternity

BH City, Azure Cloud Sect.

Bai Mei and Bingtang, who had just returned, were sitting in the inner conference room.

Four Leaf, Six Leaf, and Qinghua were outside, secretly watching the two inside the conference room.

"Is that our senior apprentice sister?"

"Is she really that amazing, Sister Qinghua?"

"Of course! Senior apprentice sister Bai Mei doesn't need any magic at all. I saw it with my own eyes—she just lifted a forty-meter-long magic greatsword and split the train station in half!"

Six Leaf's eyes sparkled as she looked at the senior apprentice sister inside with admiration. "Six Leaf wants to learn that too!"

Although they were all inner disciples, there was ultimately a world of difference in strength.

If given time to prepare, all the inner disciples combined would probably have a hard time dealing with Qinghua.

But in a real chaotic melee, like a sudden encounter, if Qinghua didn't have time to prepare, the strongest inner disciple currently staying at the sect was actually Yumo. After all, in the current practical combat drills, even Bingtang had a tough time subduing her.

As for the Four Leaf and Six Leaf sisters, they weren't particularly strong in combat. While they had basic self-preservation abilities and could hold their own even against a class B Disaster Beast, they were undoubtedly at the bottom in terms of strength among the inner disciples.

When they were promoted to inner disciples back then, it caused quite a stir within the sect.

Of course, the two sisters also wanted to become stronger so as not to disgrace their status as inner disciples. But magical abilities couldn't be changed. No matter how hard they tried, they could only develop in the direction the Sect Master said—towards the obstacle of perception.

Now, hearing that the senior apprentice sister could split a train station in half without using magic, just by using magical power...

Not only Six Leaf, but even Four Leaf showed expressions of longing and desire.

They also wanted to slay Disaster Beasts one by one with a single slash, just like the senior apprentice sister.

"Should we ask the senior apprentice sister how she trains later?"

Hearing Four Leaf's suggestion, Qinghua was momentarily stunned. "Didn't the Sect Master say you two need to practice spells more?"

"We've already touched the threshold of spells!"

Six Leaf immediately puffed out her chest and said proudly, "For example, right now, Qinghua, Qinghua, who do you think is the most powerful among the inner disciples?"

"That would, of course, be the beautiful and powerful Four Leaf..."

Qinghua froze, then immediately covered her mouth, looking at Four Leaf and Six Leaf in confusion. "Who... who controlled my mouth? I clearly wanted to say Lady Qinghua!"

"This is what the Sect Master called the 'spell of unknowable confusion'," Four Leaf also waved her hand, and a four-leaf clover drifted down onto Qinghua's head.

"Qinghua, Qinghua, who is the disciple most favored by the Sect Master among the seven inner disciples?"

Qinghua's expression turned vacant, and drool trickled from her mouth. "Gurgle, gurgle..."

Looking at the dazed Qinghua, Four Leaf sighed. "Forget it. If this goes on, Qinghua will turn stupid. Quickly dispel the spell, Six Leaf."

When Qinghua regained her senses, she immediately shouted, "You actually dared to use me as a test subject for your skills! You two..."

"Quiet! Qinghua!"

The voice wasn't loud, but it instantly made Qinghua shrink her neck and glare fiercely at Four Leaf and Six Leaf.

Four Leaf and Six Leaf also shrank their necks, not daring to speak.

Everyone could tell that Lady Bingtang's tone carried a hint of killing intent.

Although they didn't know what the two were discussing, Lady Bingtang's mood wasn't very good right now.

It was best not to provoke her.

Qinghua suddenly thought of something. "Ah, right, where's Yumo?"

"When she heard the Sect Master was back, she said she was going to greet him. Since we're on break these few days, she'll probably become the Sect Master's shadow again."

"Tsk, last time the Sect Master even bought her a little ice cream. Six Leaf wants one too."

"If your abilities aren't good enough to be a shadow, you'll just get beaten up by the Sect Master. Better forget it..."

The casual conversation of the three outside was naturally heard clearly by Bingtang.

She brewed tea, first checked Bai Mei's physical condition, then brought up the matter of Jiangming.

In fact, she had already received most of the information from Twins' report. Listening to Bai Mei's report again was just out of habit.

She wouldn't go to such lengths for inner and outer disciples, but for inner disciples' matters, she always wanted to get a clear picture.

After all, they were considered core members. She didn't want any oversights.

"After Master obtained the relevant technology from the Witch Association, he confirmed that the Jiangming Witch Association had no data on Complete Witches, and then proceeded to eliminate all members."

"...Thus, our Azure Cloud Sect made a stunning debut."

Listening to Bai Mei finish recounting the events bit by bit, Bingtang moistened her throat and then asked:

"That's great. Everything went as you wished. Why do you still seem a bit down?"

Then she heard the girl opposite cough lightly, sounding slightly lacking in vigor, as if somewhat guilty. "It's just that I feel guilty in my heart, unworthy of the sect's cultivation."

"Oh, is it about Ruo Yun? Do you think you didn't manage the Jiangming City Azure Cloud Branch Sect well, causing a betrayal incident in front of the Sect Master?"

Huh?

Bai Mei blinked her Mind's Eye. No...

"It does sound like a scandal, but sending you to Jiangming City was for medical treatment. The Jiangming City Azure Cloud Branch Sect was obtained by chance. Knowing your master as I do, he wouldn't blame you."

No, Master already explained this matter clearly to me...

"Your master never cares about who comes or goes." Bingtang sighed. "The Azure Cloud Sect isn't that fragile either."

"All the branch sects have their own problems. Over these past two years, you've never complained to me about anything, and likewise, I haven't paid much attention to the Jiangming City Azure Cloud Branch Sect either. If there's any blame, it's my problem first."

"Being able to establish a Jiangming branch sect from scratch under such circumstances is praiseworthy in itself. How could your junior sisters blame you?"

"Bai Mei, you don't need to feel ashamed for them. Instead, you should feel proud."

At this point, she couldn't bring herself to say that, for her own selfish reasons, she secretly had Master accompany her all the way in his purple form...

She coughed again. Bai Mei picked up her tea to moisten her throat, then nodded. "What Lady Bingtang says is true."

"But about the Saint Hall," Bingtang seemed to remember something and asked, "Is the Sect Master really planning to seriously and long-term operate this Saint Hall you mentioned?"

"That should be the case." Bai Mei put down her cup.

"Hmm, did he tell you why he established the Saint Hall?"

Bai Mei thought for a moment and shook her head. "I don't know. At first, I only thought it was to trick Ruo Yun and test her loyalty. Beyond that, I can't think of anything more. Master's thoughts are always hard to guess."

Noticing the subtle expression on the girl's face before her, she asked, "Does Lady Bingtang know something?"

It wasn't so much knowing something, but rather Bingtang remembered what the Saint Hall was.

If you asked who, besides the Sect Master within the Azure Cloud Sect, knew the most about the great deeds of the Azure Cloud Sect's ancestors, it would naturally be Bai Mei.

But if you asked who remembered the most complete list of the Azure Cloud Sect's ancestors, Bingtang unquestionably deserved the title of Vice-Sect Master and Grand Elder.

Thanks to her daily habit of dusting the spirit tablets of the Azure Cloud Sect's ancestors, she remembered all their titles and names.

Mainly because over the past two years, Jiang Si would occasionally place new spirit tablets inside, saying the ancestors' names had returned to their rightful place today.

Bai Mei couldn't keep up with the updates...

"Of course I know. Actually, this is something you know too." Bingtang straightened the clothes in front of her and respectfully cupped her hands towards the empty air. "Azure Cloud Sect Vice-Sect Master Bingtang, respectfully requests the ancestors to take their seats."

Seeing this, Bai Mei immediately also cupped her hands towards the empty air.

An imperceptible trace of magical power pulled over a spirit tablet placed at the back of the conference room. The spirit tablet, enveloped in a blue glow, steadily landed in the middle of the table.

Bai Mei closed her eyes to see.

On the back—[Saint and Evil Universe Saint Hall Master]!

On the front—[Wang Meng]!

Bingtang said nonchalantly, "The Sect Master's reason for establishing the Saint Hall is none other than for the overall situation."

"Overall situation?"

"With the Witch Associations in Beihai and Jiangming completely cleared out, the tripartite balance of power between the Azure Cloud Sect, the Disaster Control Bureau, and the Witch Association in the entire East China region has been broken. It has become a situation completely dominated by the Azure Cloud Sect. Although there are still many Witch Association members in other small cities nearby, they are ultimately a bunch of low-level cultivators without equivalent combat power to influence the current situation."

"Therefore, if there are no other changes, the Azure Cloud Sect is bound to become a thorn in the side of the Disaster Control Central Bureau, while also facing challenges from the Witch Association headquarters. Although we, the disciples of the Azure Cloud Sect, fear no edge, the Sect Master is kind-hearted. He has thrown out a mysterious and elusive fourth force, the Saint Hall, to fill the original position of the Witch Association in these two cities. The Saint Hall is even more mysterious and unknown, which will definitely consume more energy from the other two sides. This is exactly like the way of business..."

As she spoke, her voice gradually faded.

"The above is the Sect Master's true intention!"

After a long while, Bingtang sighed. "Bai Mei, do you believe it?"

"No."

Probably only Ruo Yun would believe it.

Although Bingtang appeared nonchalant, she was actually feeling somewhat sad inside.

If he was satisfied with the Azure Cloud Sect, why bother creating a redundant Saint Hall?

She and Jiang Si were connected in heart, so she naturally guessed that Jiang Si was probably dissatisfied with the Azure Cloud Sect.

But what hadn't she done well over all these years of hard work and dedication?

Although she always appeared calm and composed on the surface, when it came to matters related to Jiang Si, it always reminded people that the current Bingtang was, after all, just a high school girl.

Seeing her sad expression, Bai Mei held Lady Bingtang's hand and comforted her softly. "What's wrong, Sister Bingtang? Why are you suddenly unhappy? There's nothing wrong with Master establishing a separate Saint Hall, right?"

Sister Bingtang was what Bai Mei called Bingtang back when the three of them first established the Azure Cloud Sect.

Since the Azure Cloud Sect was later established, this form of address had actually become rare.

As for her address for Jiang Si, it changed from Brother Jiang Si to Master very early on. Now, she couldn't even bring herself to call him Brother Jiang Si anymore.

"It's nothing. I just feel like Jiang Si didn't even tell me."

After complaining, Bingtang quickly composed herself. "Whatever. I'll ask him myself later. I see you have a few more bruises on your body. Did you spar with Jiang Si again?"

Bai Mei turned her head away slightly, a bit unnatural.

"Mhm."

"I told you to be careful. You're already sick. No matter how much restraint your master has, if you get hurt during a fight, it won't be good. How many times have I told you..."

Bingtang nagged while rubbing the bruises on her body. "If you feel any discomfort, you must go to the hospital early. Last year, the doctor called me saying you hadn't gone for a check-up in three months. You need to go for a check-up every month for your illness. Don't neglect your own health! And buy fewer useless water guns, save more money!"

As she went on, Bai Mei covered her ears and said helplessly, "I know, I know, Lady Bingtang, stop nagging!"

Actually, she felt a bit guilty.

She had fought with Master for her own selfish reasons, making Sister Bingtang worry...

"And one more thing."

Bingtang's expression turned slightly more serious. "Recently, I've heard some rumors from other cities. The Disaster Control Bureau has started recalling some powerful Blooming Magical Girls back to the Central Bureau. According to our Azure Cloud Sect's classification, most are at the late Blooming stage and above. It seems like they're planning something big."

Bai Mei was slightly taken aback. "My student in Jiangming City also said that Qingluán and another Blooming are going to the Central Bureau."

"I don't know if it's targeting the Witch Association, the Azure Cloud Sect, or some other purpose. In any case, we need to be a bit more careful recently."

"It shouldn't be targeting our Azure Cloud Sect." Bai Mei immediately said with certainty. "Whether it's Qingluán or Beihai's Iris, they were both saved by Master and have a good impression of him. Plus, with the strength Master has shown, no matter how foolish the Central Bureau is, they wouldn't make an enemy of us at this time. Moreover, we've always remained neutral..."

As she spoke, she noticed Bingtang was just smiling and looking at her, so she stopped and asked softly, "What is it?"

"I just feel our little sister Bai Mei has really grown up. Before, you would only wield your sword and slash away, always saying sword cultivators don't need to think. Now you can consider many things."

Bai Mei turned her head away. "Isn't this because Lady Bingtang just taught me well..."

"Regarding the current news about the Disaster Control Bureau, I've already sent Twins to gather information. The Witch Association side should know more." As Bingtang spoke, she examined Bai Mei again. "I also heard from Twins that you bullied her on the way?"

"I just had her pour water for Master. Did that little junior sister actually complain? She's really seeking death."

"What I heard wasn't just about pouring water." Bingtang flicked Bai Mei's forehead. "Don't bully Twins. She's hardworking and pitiful. Your master is quite fond of her."

"I know. If Master wasn't fond of her, how could he let her know his identity?" Bai Mei smiled helplessly. "It's just that our little junior sister has a flighty personality and gets carried away easily. I couldn't help but give her a little correction when I saw it. I'll apologize to her."

"Forget it. Twins is timid. Don't scare her."

"Is Lady Bingtang being too indulgent with Twins?"

"How could I be..."

Just as they were chatting, a gust of wind came from outside. Bingtang glanced out and interrupted herself. "Yumo, has the Sect Master returned home?"

The little girl over there was tightly clutching her hood. Her trench coat was wet with rain, making a pattering sound as she walked into the sect. "He, he's home."

"Did you encounter any trouble?"

"N, no, Lady Bingtang, nothing at all!"

Watching the excited Yumo run to a corner and curl up on a carpet, Bai Mei naturally saw her guilt and flushed face with her Mind's Eye. "Hmm? Seems like something happened."

"It's just that Jiang Si's clothes were disheveled and Yumo saw." Bingtang stroked the ice crystal in her hand, understanding perfectly. "She's too easily embarrassed, little Yumo."

"Lady Bingtang doesn't seem to mind at all. Yumo seems to really like Master."

Bingtang smiled faintly. "She's just a child."

Nodding slightly, Bai Mei murmured softly:

"I'm just a child too, Sister Bingtang."

......

When the Black Dragon regained some consciousness, it had already discovered it couldn't move at all.

The Witch Association's methods for controlling Disaster Beasts were layered upon layer on its body.

A question arose in its mind.

Who am I?

Faintly, it heard the conversation outside.

"Naturally, I am now the sole person in charge of Jiangming and Beihai."

"Proof? You actually distrust me so? Fine, I have no need for your support."

"Hah, since you are so sincere, then I, Jiang the Demon Butcher, cannot refuse any longer. Behold."

Subsequently, the Black Dragon felt itself being grabbed out.

It flapped its wings and finally faintly saw that delicate, youthful face.

At this moment, it carried a hint of cold severity as he placed it before the Profound Mirror.

There was a crystal ball on the Profound Mirror, and on the other side of the crystal ball were somewhat familiar figures.

Witch Association members.

Its memory hadn't fully recovered yet. It heard the young man's voice, filled with pain and indignation:

"The Blood Cross mark, and the form of my origi... S-level Disaster Beast. If this still cannot prove my identity, then our negotiations end here. After I trample everything flat with my Disaster Beasts, I will discuss properly with you."

"The two persons in charge of Jiangming and Beihai died at the hands of the Azure Cloud Sect, yet you lot are still dilly-dallying, suspicious and doubtful. Instead of thinking about avenging the two persons in charge, you are giving me, who has inherited their will, all sorts of trouble! No wonder our Witch Association is no match for the Disaster Control Bureau and the Azure Cloud Sect. It's because of you petty people causing disturbances in between!"

The Black Dragon gradually recovered some memories.

No, he's lying! He's killed so many Witch Association members and Disaster Beasts, never showing any mercy!

How can he say it so righteously, even with a hint of grievance and unwillingness!

"I understand you also have difficulties, but what time is it now! Special times call for special measures. If you don't even know this basic principle, and still don't dispatch Complete Witches to Beihai, after I fight to the death, all your arrangements here will be completely wiped out by the Azure Cloud Sect! Do you know how terrifying an organization the Azure Cloud Sect is? Once it grows stronger in the future, our Witch Association's situation will only become more difficult!"

No, listening to you will make things more difficult! Don't believe him, he's lying!

He's annihilating the Witch Association!

When certain memories from Chilian began to revive in its mind, the Black Dragon's pupils finally cleared.

It let out a series of low growls.

Run! Don't listen to him! You'll all die! He's deceiving you! He wants to lure you all out and kill you!

However, Jiang Si just pressed one hand against its head and exerted a little force, and it could no longer make a sound.

"That's right. You'd better send Complete Witches to support me as soon as possible. If you're really short on people, you can give me the method for creating Complete Witches. I'll personally manufacture the Complete Witches for Jiangming and Beihai! I have now inherited the will of the captain and Chilian. Just credit all their contribution points to me."

"I see. You want to wait until later? No problem. I'll find time to make a trip. As long as I can contribute to the Witch Association, I, Jiang the Demon Butcher, will definitely spare no effort!"

"What? The only support you can give is one injured, incomplete witch! What are you doing! Don't you want Beihai and Jiangming anymore!"

"Thirty-one provinces across the two cities of East China rest on my shoulders. The words 'all living beings under heaven' are not for you to say to me! I must have four Complete Witches for support. Otherwise, I cannot guarantee what will happen in East China!"

The frustration and impatience of hating iron for not becoming steel were so genuine that even the Black Dragon, which possessed part of Chilian's memories, became dazed.

"Two Complete Witches? Fine, two it is. I hope you can be quick."

"I know, who doesn't have difficulties? Don't give me that. I'll return the two witches to you after I take control of Jiangming and Beihai. If you don't trust me, then simply don't send them."

After a few more rambling remarks, they seemed to have finally reached an agreement.

The Black Dragon looked at the young man's indifferent face. As numerous magical threads began to tremble within its body, its gaze gradually became vacant.

Who am I...

I am...

I am, I am Jiang Si!