I Reincarnated as a Mob in a Magical Girl Anime and After Repeatedly Saving Them from Near-Destruction as a Mysterious Entity They All Turned Yandere

Chapter 16: The Second Generation

“Hey, did you hear? There’s another demon in the city.”

“Hmm? Oh, you mean yesterday’s one.”

I was on the rooftop, eating lunch with Seito, which was rare, and reflecting on yesterday’s events.

Yesterday’s demon attack was quite something. Especially the scene where Fran was taken hostage, and we felt our helplessness, was truly a memorable scene.

And I’m looking forward to the gloomy scene that awaits after this.

“It’s seriously bad, isn’t it? This world might be ending soon. I heard there’s something called Omega too.”

“Ah, yeah, I saw that on the news.”

Currently, the citizens’ opinion of Omega is that it’s a god of destruction, a grim reaper, a demon that created a huge crater in the city, and it’s quite hated.

…But honestly, I couldn’t care less. No matter how much the world curses me, no matter what crimes I’m accused of, I won’t change.

I just want to witness the magical girls’ despair with all my might.

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After school, we were summoned by Kiryuin-san and gathered around a round table to discuss our future.

“Everyone, I’m sorry for the sudden call. But I wanted to talk to you all about our future.”

“Our future…?”

“Yes… Currently, the demon forces are expanding rapidly. You who have fought the high-ranking demons understand this well, don’t you?”

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Since that tentacle demon, the strength of the demons has increased dramatically. As things stand, we can’t do anything against the high-ranking demons.

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　I must become stronger…

　I vow this while clenching my fist tightly.

　Noticing our frustrated expressions, Kiryuin-san smiles gently.

“Don’t worry about it. You have only been magical girls for about three months. Originally, you were supposed to fight the demons alongside the second generation…”

　Kiryuin-san’s expression darkens as he says this.

　The second generation of magical girls… The magical girls before us, the third generation. I had seen them when I was little, and they were so gallant and cool.

　But one day, the second generation disappeared. Since then, it has been Kiryuin-san, the first generation, who has been fighting the demons.

　Once, I asked Kiryuin-san what happened to the second generation of magical girls.

　At that time, Kiryuin-san hesitated a bit before reluctantly telling me.

“The second generation was annihilated.”

　I couldn’t believe it when I heard those words. I couldn’t believe that such strong magical girls could be defeated.

　I tried to ask for the reason, but he wouldn’t tell me.

　The first generation had four members, and the second generation had five.

　Knowing that nine magical girls had died so far, I became terrified of losing my comrades.

“…The recent demons are really strong. Previously, high-level demons didn’t appear so frequently. This is abnormal… I won’t say anything bad. If you want to quit being a magical girl, please do. I don’t want to lose any more comrades or juniors.”

　His expression showed deep regret.

　Honestly, it would be a lie to say I’m not afraid of fighting demons. The first time I faced a demon, my body trembled uncontrollably, and I was overwhelmed with the urge to run away.

　But if we run away, many people will lose their lives. That is something we must never allow.

　Even if we are weak, as long as we have the power to fight, we will fight.

　That is what it means to be a magical girl.

“Kiryuin-san, as we said before, we have no intention of quitting being magical girls. We will continue to fight the demons.”

“Yes, just like Luna said! We will fight!”

“I want to protect the peace of the people too.”

“…Me too.”

“…I see… Then I won’t stop you anymore. But please promise me one thing… that no one will die. And if you encounter the Seven Demon Emperors, you must run away. They are not opponents you can handle.”

　The Seven Demon Emperors… to that extent…

　The man from the other day was not one of the Seven Demon Emperors.

　The Seven Demon Emperors are said to possess multiple powerful abilities, high physical capabilities, and regenerative powers.

　I wonder how strong they are… Maybe as strong as Omega…

“That’s it. From now on, be even more careful when fighting. And how is Christina doing?”

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Everyone’s gaze was directed towards the empty seat of Christina.

“I have contacted her, but… she hasn’t come to school today either…”

Since that battle, Christina hasn’t come to school. I remember the last time I saw her, she had a somewhat lifeless, vacant expression.

I hope she’s okay…

“Hmm, Christina had the most severe injuries from the last battle. She might still be recovering. But please tell her to come to school as much as she can without overdoing it.”

“Understood.”

“As I said earlier, don’t push yourself. If you feel like running away, it’s okay to run. If a demon that you can’t handle appears next time, I will deal with it personally.”

With those reassuring words, Kiryuin-san returned to his work.