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Chapter 105: Shall We Go to the Festival Together?
Chapter 105: Shall We Go to the Festival Together?
"Since it's a competition, I'll be changing into some outfits that are rarely seen. The theme is—formal dresses. Transform!"
Mira activated her transformation magic, and her clothes instantly changed into a white, floral bud-like wedding gown. Her hairstyle also transformed into a sweet, half-updo that matched the dress.
"Oh wow!!"
"Beautiful!"
"She's like a princess!"
The audience was amazed. Although it wasn't the swimsuits many had hoped for, the gown was even more magnificent, highlighting her elegant and graceful beauty.
Mira took a few steps, waved to the audience, and then her body shimmered again. "Transform!"
This time, it was a one-shoulder evening gown with a short sleeve on the right side and a blooming flower covering her left chest.
The asymmetrical hem dragged on the ground on the left side while exposing her right leg, making her look both dignified and sensual.
"Transform!"
Mira changed into seven different dresses, each with a different hairstyle and accessories. The only constant was that each outfit left the audience in awe.
Rod was also among the spectators. While appreciating the beauty, he had to control the overly excited Guild Master. He had figured out that the Guild Master genuinely liked young, beautiful girls.
Erza and Levy peeked from behind the curtain to watch Mira's performance.
Levy's eyes were filled with envy, not just for the popularity but also for Mira's perfect figure that could pull off any outfit: "I can't compete with Mira, it feels like this is her personal fashion show."
Erza, on the other hand, was resting her chin on her hand, deep in thought: "So, this is how the competition is decided. Hm, hm! No wonder it's Mira, but next year, I will win for sure!"
"You're taking it too seriously, Erza," Levy said, noting how Erza was almost taking notes. She sighed inwardly, thinking it would be tough to win next year.
Mira, under the audience's admiring gazes, ended her transformation and bowed before leaving the stage.
A few other popular, beautiful girls followed, but their performances were relatively lukewarm compared to Mira's.
Fortunately, the guild members, especially the Guild Master, cheered loudly for every performer, preventing them from feeling too disappointed.
"Thus, the Fairy Tail Miss Selection Competition concludes. Please don't forget to vote for your favorite contestant!" Makarov said with his usual enthusiasm. "Now, please leave in an orderly manner and look forward to the magical parade tonight!"
Rod went to cast his vote and then found a hidden spot to summon a Swift Crab from the Rift. He leaped high and clung to the ceiling of the guild hall.
He wanted to use the crab's all-around view to prevent any stampedes during the exit. If anything happened, he could quickly jump down to help.
"This kid is really..." Makarov thought Rod might just be a worrywart.
The audience exited smoothly, and the guild members restored the tavern to its original state. Some went out to explore, while others stayed to drink and chat as usual.
Rod was about to help move the voting boxes but was shooed away by Laki. "Stay away to avoid suspicion! I feel like you might throw away other people's votes if you handle them."
"If you don't want me to help, fine. I'll report you for slander." Rod was happy to have some free time. Mira didn't need to cheat to win this competition, especially with Erza's dramatic performance.
Rod found Worm and approached Mira. "Want to go for a walk?"
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"Sorry, I still have some things to take care of. Can we do it a bit later?"
"Sure, I'll head out first then." Rod had promised to take Worm out for a stroll and some snacks, and he initially wanted to go with Mira.
But now, it was probably better to split up.
So, on the bustling streets of the Harvest Festival, a regular-looking guy wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the Fairy Tail emblem strolled about, carrying a basketball-sized ball of fluff and hopping from one food stall to another.
"Rrrrr~"
"Buy!"
"Rrrrr~"
"Buy!"
"Rr..."
"Buy!"
Rod became a relentless money-spending machine, buying whatever Worm wanted. He also indulged in various snacks himself.
If something tasted good, he'd have a bit more. If not, he'd pass it to Worm.
The little guy wasn't picky and always got what he asked for.
Everything was going smoothly, except for one thing... his wallet was in crisis!
"I just got paid a few days ago!"
The snacks weren't expensive, but there were so many different kinds.
Worm had a bottomless pit for a stomach. Rod was almost full, but Worm still looked eager for more.
Is the inside of a Poro just one big stomach?
He patted Worm's heart-shaped belly, which felt rock hard.
"Rr... burp!" Worm tried to cover his mouth with his little paws.
"I thought you were just getting hungrier, but you were just forcing yourself, huh!"
Worm's little paw pointed to a stall selling candied haws: "Rr~~~"
Rod was exasperated: "More? You're going to burst, you know?"
Worm's little horn drooped, and his watery eyes gazed up at Rod.
"Don't give me that puppy-dog look! It doesn't work on me!" Rod tried to ignore him, but felt his shirt being tugged.
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Thinking about it, candied haws might help with digestion?
Rod gritted his teeth: "Fine, one last time!"
He'd just take on another low-difficulty mission to make up for the expenses.
"Rrrr~" Worm jumped for joy, and Rod knew his soft heart would make him a terrible parent.
When they got the candied haws, Worm opened his mouth but didn't bite down right away.
He thought for a moment and extended it toward Rod's mouth.
"You've got a heart." Rod smiled and took a bite. The sweet and sour flavor made his mouth water.
It wasn't the overly sweet, syrupy kind, but the ordinary candied haws sold by street vendors.
The taste of childhood.
Then Worm demonstrated the wrong way to eat them: he stuck out his long tongue and slurped off all the sugar coating.
When only the haws were left, he made a face with each bite.
Worm tentatively offered the remaining half to Rod. He wasn't picky, but he could tell the difference between flavors.
"Don't even think about it. Finish what you bought. No wasting food."
Worm looked miserable. Even if it was sour, it was still food, and he couldn't bear to throw it away.
He closed his eyes and opened his mouth wide: "Ahh!"
Rod held Worm as they watched various street performances and visited stalls with games like target shooting, fish catching, and ring toss.
Almost every ordinary game had a sign that read 'No Magic Allowed.'
Of course, there were also games designed with interesting magical props for ordinary people to experience, but they too had a sign: 'No Magic Users Allowed.'
Rod saw Erza and Bisca playing a game where they used air rifles to shoot targets and win prizes.
Poor Alzack, still too shy to join in.
(End of Chapter)
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