"A hero?"
Clearly, this is the first ti the girl understood that Erald Sparrow had such a way of explaining things: "It's obvious that what I did is sothing the Dusk Angel in the original work would never do. It feels more like I'm borrowing this image to gain the favor of so people..."
"Would the 'Dusk Angel' in the animation jump out of the TV to help citizens defeat Remnant Beasts?" Erald Sparrow raised an eyebrow and asked.
The girl was speechless.
"See, you know she wouldn't."
Erald Sparrow continued, "She can't truly help those in danger. Only you can do that."
"There are so many animations and magical girl characters in this world, but 'Dusk Angel' is extrely fortunate. Because she has a real-world representative like you, willing to do what a magical girl should do in her image, letting people see and feel that a magical girl like her is truly active in this world."
"So people who have never watched 'Colorful Sky Angel' might start because of your activities. And others who didn't like 'Dusk Angel' might grow to like the character because of your contributions."
"So, for this animation and this character, aren't you the biggest hero?"
Erald Sparrow felt her logic was becoming clearer and more convincing, even persuading herself: "In summary, I think this is a good thing. It's because you like it that you should cherish such opportunities. If you can actively use the character's image as a magical girl, you should show it to everyone. Let the good parts, the shiny parts, the active parts be seen by all. Because only then can you let more people know about this animation, about this character. The 'Dusk Angel' you like will get more recognition because of your activities, which is truly valuable, isn't it?"
With this long speech concluded, Erald Sparrow put on an expression of "just sharing experience," calmly looking at the girl.
At this mont, the magical girl, code-nad "Dogtail Grass," who was feeling down just monts ago, had lifted her head, her eyes behind her glasses sparkling.
"So that's how it is... I can think of it this way!"
Her voice rose slightly: "It's actually like this! I wasn't wrong; what I did was promote 'Colorful Sky Angel.' I was preaching for 'Dusk Angel,' helping more people to like this animation!"
"That's right." Erald Sparrow nodded.
"I wasn't monopolizing or misinterpreting the character! Because I'm a true magical girl, I should take Dusk Angel as an example and strive to beco like her!"
"No problem," Erald Sparrow affird.
"As long as I stay active and defeat more Remnant Beasts, everyone will credit Dusk Angel, and her popularity will rise! She might even surpass Rainbow Angel! In the popularity rankings, we'll leave those annoying main character fans behind!"
"...Really?" Erald Sparrow was a bit skeptical.
"Thank you so much! Uh... little sister? Could you tell your code na?" Dogtail Grass seed to have realized sothing important and ended her sowhat far-fetched speech, turning to seriously look at Erald Sparrow.
Should I tell her the code na?
After a brief thought, Erald Sparrow decided not to hide it and replied succinctly:
"Long Dan."
Even though she now knew this identity was related to a certain animation, she didn't plan on giving herself a fake na since it could all be brushed off as a "coincidence," which was easier than piling on lies.
"Long, Long Dan?"
As Erald Sparrow expected, the na made Dogtail Grass cover her mouth with her hands, looking surprised. But soon, sothing seed to dawn on her, and she showed a look of admiration: "I see, you're a real fan of 'Sweet Angel'! You're willing to go this far to embody the character!"
Erald Sparrow opened her mouth, feeling she should explain sothing, but then realized that this explanation might be the easiest way to brush it off, so she only made a small "uh" sound.
"...Yes, I'm a fan of the original work."
After a mont, she sounded deflated, as if half her energy had been drained, replying weakly.
"Although you seem younger than , your abilities surpass your age, and I must thank you! Senior Long Dan!"
Dogtail Grass slightly propped herself up, bowing deeply to Erald Sparrow: "Hearing what you said opened my eyes! In fact, your words are the biggest reward for my visit to the Kingdom!"
"You're too kind."
Erald Sparrow stiffly replied like a robot: "I didn't do much, just offering humble insights."
"Still, thank you very much! So, Senior Long Dan!"
Dogtail Grass suddenly leaned forward, her face drawing closer to Erald Sparrow:
"Would you like to beco my teammate? Form a team with !"
"...Hmm?"
The sudden invitation brought back so of Erald Sparrow's attention. She blinked, looking at the big face in front of her: "Are you saying team up? With ?"
"Yes, because I observed a while ago from the outside, and it seems you don't have a team yet..."
Dogtail Grass noticed the distance inappropriateness between her and Erald Sparrow, so she leaned back a little, adjusting her glasses that slipped from her nose: "Unless you already have a team? Was I being presumptuous?"
"No, I haven't." Erald Sparrow said truthfully.
"Really? Then..." Dogtail Grass's enthusiasm spiked again.
"But why team up with ?"
Erald Sparrow interrupted the continued invitation, curious: "It seems inappropriate for to say this, but finding a bigger, more reliable teammate with better combat skills and experience would be more beneficial, right?"
The lack of invitations to join a team didn't bother Erald Sparrow. After all, practical exams are serious business, and strengthening the team's combat ability is a priority for any candidate. Avoiding magical girls who "look young and thus seemingly lack combat strength" is based on appearances but is practical and responsible.
Furthermore, Erald Sparrow never intended to exert her full power for the so-called exam. In her plan, no matter the team, she would only use abilities at the Leaf Level. Using more power would be unfair, taking advantage against other candidates.
Thus, at this mont, she was more curious about the reason behind the invitation.
"Why?"
Dogtail Grass didn't expect the question and was a bit stunned: "Because you, Senior Long Dan, guided , and I'm very thankful to you. Plus, our hobbies are similar, and we seem to get along well, teaming up would be fun... sothing like that?"
"But what if I'm very weak? Haven't you considered that?"
Erald Sparrow continued to press, "If you invite to team up just because we clicked, what if I drag you down and we fail the exam?"
"Ah... That could be. After all, Senior Long Dan, you do look pretty young."
Dogtail Grass paused again but soon perked up: "But that's fine, I'm not boasting, but even though Lishui City is a small city, I'm pretty capable, you know? My seniors often say I'm quite strong."
"So?"
"Leave passing the exam to !"
Dogtail Grass clasped her hands, smiling: "I'll lead us to victory!"
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