Esper X Family – Chapter 551 – A Kindred Spirit?

As soon as the older Mo Qiuli entered the room, she saw that someone was already waiting for her in the reception room.

It was an adult who truly looked the part.

Not the kind of rotten adult who does bad things, but the genuinely reliable and steady type.

The older Mo Qiuli sincerely felt that if all adults in the world were like this, maybe there wouldn’t be so many villains.

And there would be no need for magical girls to deliver justice.

“Um… hello.”

The older Mo Qiuli timidly greeted him. Having returned to her true identity, she naturally lacked the confidence and conviction she had as “Morning Star”.

If only Ye Yao were by her side…

“Hello, have a seat. No need to be so nervous. I’m just here for a casual chat.”

Hearing this, the older Mo Qiuli obediently sat across from him, her initial tension fading.

Perhaps her recent activities as a magical girl had helped build some resilience.

If she wasn’t even afraid of the Countermeasures Bureau’s “ceiling”, why should she fear anyone else?

She couldn’t afford to embarrass the Magical Girl Alliance!

“My name is Fu Qi, Director of the Countermeasures Bureau. Three years ago, you left a deep impression on me when you were training at headquarters.”

“Huh? So you’re Director Fu! Wh-What do you need from me?”

Normally, the older Mo Qiuli would never have the chance to meet such an important figure.

Let alone the headquarters’ director, she couldn’t even meet the head of her local branch.

If not for the Magical Girl Alliance founded by Ye Yao, she would probably never have met the strongest Esper of the current era, let alone witness his defeat.

Now that the Countermeasures Bureau’s director had come in person to see her as her everyday self, it was impossible not to be nervous.

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“No need to be nervous. You’re still a child. You don’t have to see me as a superior. Just treat me like an ordinary middle-aged guy you might run into anywhere.”

Parallel Fu Qi shook his head and did his best to rein in the aura of authority.

Right now, easing her tension was more important. Otherwise, further conversation would be difficult.

The more important the matter, the more patience it requires.

“I remember hearing back then that you had plateaued at 1,000 mental power, and I felt a bit regretful. I thought those people had used the wrong teaching methods and led you into a dead end.”

“Ah…”

The older Mo Qiuli hadn’t expected to hear something like this from the director.

Maybe… it’s not so scary after all.

Parallel Fu Qi let out a soft sigh.

“It’s just a pity that I was buried in official duties at the time and couldn’t pay much attention to matters in the rear, so I wasn’t able to correct the problem.”

“That’s not your fault, Director Fu…”

“Self-reflection is something someone in my position must do every day. And the truth is, both I and those old fellows misjudged you.”

Parallel Fu Qi smiled as he looked at the girl before him, sensing the vibrant and energetic mental power within her. It was nowhere near as exaggerated as the “no future” verdict from a few years ago.

Didn’t she have plenty of future ahead?

In just one week, she had gone from just over 1,000 mental power to over 2,000, a growth rate that could only be called unfair.

Moreover, this mental power was solid and fully under her control.

If this was Mo Qiuli’s true potential, then the headquarters’ teaching methods had never suited her. On the contrary, they had been holding her back.

This girl was undoubtedly a super genius.

Unlike Luo Jianhua, she was a genius on a completely different track.

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Anyone trying to guide her would probably only drag her down.

“You have great potential, Mo Qiuli. Failing to see that potential was us adults’ incompetence.

You can hold your head high. The ones who should bow their heads are us adults who had misjudged you.

You’ve proven with your results that the path you chose is absolutely correct.”

Parallel Fu Qi offered the older Mo Qiuli the encouragement and recognition she had been missing.

If this had happened before Ye Yao appeared, Mo Qiuli would probably have been moved to tears and gladly accepted him as her foster father ¹ Probably a Three Kingdoms reference, although it’s a pretty common trope in CN historical fiction. .

Unfortunately, Parallel Fu Qi was a latecomer!

Right now, the older Mo Qiuli was simply very excited.

Because a respected adult had finally recognized her dream.

Compared to all the past denials, this was a huge breakthrough!

The era of magical girls… is coming!

“Thank you, Director Fu!”

Seeing her nervousness fade, Parallel Fu Qi smiled and nodded.

It was time to get down to business.

“How have you been lately? Anything not going well?”

“No, I’ve been very happy.”

“I’m glad you’ve found your rhythm again. If you need anything, I can have someone assist you in pursuing your dream, as a form of compensation from us.”

“Thank you, Director Fu, but I think things are just fine as they are now.”

Parallel Fu Qi nodded. His tone was like that of a caring parent, naturally making people drop their guard.

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“Have you made any friends recently?”

“Yes, very good friends.”

Hearing this, Parallel Fu Qi’s expression didn’t change.

“I remember you used to be active at night as ‘Magical Girl Mercury’, right? Lately, the topic of the Magical Girl Alliance has been very popular in the island nation. What do you think?”

“They’re all so cool, all wonderful magical girls! I love them!”

“Mm, I think they’re cool too. I’d like to meet them if I get the chance.”

Parallel Fu Qi said this in a relaxed tone.

“Since you used to be a magical girl, you probably have a chance to know them. I believe you’re qualified.

If you do meet them, please pass on a message for me: the Countermeasures Bureau headquarters will always welcome them as guests.”

The older Mo Qiuli blinked.

“Why me?”

“Because I need the help of magical girls. Adults can feel helpless too. And there are some things that only ‘magical girls’ can do.”

Parallel Fu Qi didn’t directly expose her identity, nor did he come straight out with pressure.

With an immature girl, gentler methods were necessary.

Reading the room was just the basics; understanding human relationships was also important.

For him, the Countermeasures Bureau director, to keep mentioning “magical girls” showed how much effort he was putting in.

But it was all worth it.

“Got it! Director Fu, I’ll pass that along if I get the chance. It’s a magical girl’s duty, and helping others is always my life’s motto!”

The older Mo Qiuli left.

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She felt no pressure at all.

Parallel Fu Qi leaned back in his chair. He didn’t use his vast mental power to scan the entire city.

“I’ve shown my sincerity. I hope she’ll do me the courtesy.”

“I’m home!”

The older Mo Qiuli burst into her house and excitedly ran to her room.

Ye Yao’s petite figure appeared shortly after.

She had been watching from the shadows the whole time. She hadn’t expected Parallel Fu Qi to show up in person, which was quite the impressive gesture.

Once Mo Qiuli sat down, she stared at Ye Yao with eager enthusiasm.

“Ye Yao, I never expected Director Fu to be a kindred spirit. Without a doubt, he’s definitely a supporter of our Magical Girl Alliance!”

“I-Is that so?”

Ye Yao blinked.

How did she come to that conclusion?

Author Note

I don’t know if my neighbor’s air conditioner outdoor unit is broken, but it keeps making a very loud roaring sound.

Text: Why is it Monday again?