Chapter 115: The Captive Bear

Shen Congqing’s gaze was intense as she looked at Ye Qing, as if the black-haired girl in the costume was truly a malevolent subordinate. For such performances, she was well-practiced and rarely made mistakes.

Thus, even though Ye Qing’s image was quite humorous, Shen Congqing could restrain her inner agitation. However, whenever she focused on Ye Qing, an awkward feeling still surfaced within her.

Like right now.

“As expected, I knew you’d fall into this trap for that ridiculous bond.”

Ye Qing crossed her arms, her expression calm. Although she had tried to vary her voice while delivering her lines, the result was still flat, sounding more like a fact statement than a performance.

In a way, she truly played the part of a competent villain.

“I’ve set up a trap you can’t escape. Surrender now!”

As she spoke, Ye Qing clapped her hands, and numerous props flew from all directions towards the two magical girls.

Though the speed was barely faster than throwing a sandbag, to enhance the effect, the two closed their eyes, raised their arms to shield themselves, and feigned exhaustion as they blocked the props.

“Is that all you’ve got? Now it’s our turn, Haikyuu Bear!”

Gu Xuanyu waved her wand, and a blinding silver light flashed from the tip, easily dispelling the final trap. Meanwhile, Shen Congqing brandished her prop sword, a golden magic ripple surging forth as she charged towards Ye Qing.

Next, beneath Ye Qing’s astonished gaze, Shen Congqing swung her sword and lightly tapped Ye Qing’s body with the blade. Ye Qing immediately went limp like a noodle.

On the other side, Gu Xuanyu moved with blinding speed to Ye Qing’s back, effortlessly grabbing her by the neck. Thus, the evil subordinate was defeated.

The camera captured a long silver shadow, and half a second later, the audience erupted in cheers. Though this trick wasn’t new, it still thrilled them.

For the most devoted fans of magical girls, these girls weren’t just pretty faces or altruistic superheroes; they were almost god-like.

Magical girls had become their faith—in a world where other gods, spirits, and monsters were mere myths, these girls with real supernatural powers were the only true deities.

Moreover, even though the magical girls attended every performance without fail, no one could get close to them, let alone know their true selves.

There was just enough distance between them and the magical girls to inspire pure, untainted admiration.

So, even if the magical girls couldn’t respond to their desires, as long as they continued to appear on stage, these fans would remain devoted and loyal.

This outcome was due not only to aggressive promotion but also to the reputation magical girls had earned through their years of battling evil organizations. Some fans were even directly saved by the magical girls from disasters.

Even a single encounter was enough to make them devoted followers.

And those who hurt them were usually the evil organizations, so fans loved seeing magical girls defeat evil.

But this time, things might be different.

Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Gu Xuanyu removed Ye Qing’s mask, revealing her delicate features. Despite the filter, everyone could feel it—she was a girl as cute as any magical girl.

Apart from her soft features that made people want to pinch her cheeks, her lively amber eyes were equally captivating.

At first, she remained calm, her small face composed, as if she didn’t care about what was happening around her.

But then, her eyes widened, and her cheeks flushed.

In an angle unseen by the camera and audience, Gu Xuanyu’s hand was gently spanking Ye Qing’s pert bottom, with just enough force to be embarrassing but not painful.

“I’ve got you now, little bear.”

Gu Xuanyu’s breath tickled Ye Qing’s ear, making her face burn with embarrassment. This scene was more than enough to convey their relationship to the audience.

Ye Qing shyly hid her face, whispering in a voice only they could hear:

“You’re awful!”

Gu Xuanyu patted Ye Qing’s back in a soothing manner, making the black-haired girl grumble with frustration, wishing she could bite Gu Xuanyu’s wrist. But in her suspended state, she couldn’t.

“How should I punish you? You kidnapped Xiao Chi to catch me.”

Gu Xuanyu pinched Ye Qing’s right cheek, making her mumble incoherently.

“Where did you hide Xiao Chi?”

Ye Qing was both embarrassed and angry, but with her cheek pinched, she couldn’t form a complete sentence, left to be teased by Gu Xuanyu.

Looking at the covered coffin nearby, Ye Qing pointed with her hand, but Gu Xuanyu deliberately ignored it, continuing her “interrogation.”

“Don’t think you can fool us now. There must be a trap there, right?”

Ye Qing wanted to cry but couldn’t. She finally managed to speak:

“Believe it or not, I have nothing more to say.”

Gu Xuanyu traced her fingers along Ye Qing’s chin, teasing her. Meanwhile, Shen Congqing had opened the coffin and discovered Sleeping Beauty inside.

As expected, Liu Qingruo was sound asleep, so peaceful that even the loud noises on stage couldn’t wake her.

Shen Congqing shook her gently, but she didn’t stir. So, Shen Congqing turned back to continue questioning Ye Qing.

“Haikeim,” Ye Qing caught her slip, and Shen Congqing paused briefly before regaining her composure and continuing:

“What did you do to her? Why won’t she wake up?”

Before Ye Qing could answer, children in the audience who knew the original story started chanting:

“Kiss her… kiss her…”

The scattered voices grew into a wave, washing over the stage.

Interaction with the audience was essential, and now these chants handed Gu Xuanyu the perfect excuse.

Under everyone’s gaze, Gu Xuanyu lightly kissed Ye Qing’s temple. Though the action was quick, Ye Qing could still feel the sensation.

The black-haired girl’s eyes glazed over in confusion, and moments later, her face turned a deep red like a ripe tomato.

Even Shen Congqing was startled by Gu Xuanyu’s bold move, but seeing the audience’s enthusiasm, she followed up with her lines:

“Must I do this to make you talk? Then I have no choice…”

Thus, Ye Qing’s other cheek suffered the same fate.

Though the magical girls’ actions were discreet, as long as Ye Qing felt them, their purpose was achieved. So, they pretended to hesitate while actually caressing Ye Qing, quickly making her blush.

“You didn’t ask for a kiss! Stop… stop kissing me!”

In a corner unseen by anyone, Liu Qingruo continued to sleep peacefully.

Though she didn’t get kissed awake, she dreamt of being bullied… Yay!

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