I Will Never Submit to Miss Grim Reaper - Chapter 247

Chapter 247: I, Gabriel, Will Never Do Anything Dishonorable, Even if I Never Grow Up

 

After a brief negotiation, Xiao Mo and the angel Gabriel reached a temporary agreement: they could take her to find Fei Luo, but if they were to fight, the battlefield must be within the boundary opened by Xiao Mo, and it must not affect people in the outside real world.

 

Apart from this, whatever conflicts or disagreements they might have during the fight, Xiao Mo and I wouldn’t interfere or inquire about.

 

This was also the first time I heard Xiao Mo mention the concept of “boundary.” The settings in various novels or animations about emotions are indeed true. At the level of a magician like Yin Xiamo, they can indeed create independent “boundaries” or spaces.

 

“They’ve been archenemies for a long time, ever since the first time the hero took Fei Luo to the Holy Heaven. They’ve been quarreling endlessly.”

 

On the way back, Yin Xiamo explained to me while holding me.

 

“You know, Fei Luo’s biggest feature is her… figure…”

 

“Our matters don’t need your interference.”

 

Although she didn’t summon those wings, Gabriel seemed to still be able to fly. In mid-air, she interrupted Yin Xiamo.

 

“Momo, you’re quite reluctant. For a person who has only been with you for a thousand years, you’re spending thousands of years and learning so many forbidden spells…”

 

It could be heard that although Gabriel and Yin Xiamo seemed to have a decent relationship on the surface, they were bluntly “insulting” each other. At least Xiao Mo’s attitude towards Gabriel was obviously not as friendly as towards Fei Luo. It belonged to the relationship of “above ordinary friendship, below intimate friends”.

 

In my opinion, it’s almost like… the feeling between Rin Tohsaka and that blonde girl in the “Fate” series.

 

Normally, their relationship isn’t very good on the surface. They can’t stand each other, always mocking each other, exchanging verbal jabs when they meet. However, when a real crisis occurs, they can quickly put aside their differences and unite.

 

Xiao Mo and Fei Luo should have a relationship like that of a dragon knight and a giant dragon. Yin Xiamo’s status is obviously higher than Fei Luo’s, but it’s not as exaggerated as “master and pet” or “master and slave.”

They seem to me like warriors and warhorses who live and die together on the battlefield. Their relationship definitely surpasses ordinary friendship, so when Fei Luo came over, there was hardly any fuss, and she didn’t seem so nervous facing Xiao Mo.

 

In contrast, Gabriel seems a bit different. After crossing into this world, she’s obviously very cautious, with her holy light and large wings. She probably prepared to deal with any sudden situations and only disarmed herself when she saw Xiao Mo, the “authority figure” here.

 

Fei Luo can sense that Xiao Mo is the ruler of death in this world, and knowing that Xiao Mo, my companion, is a manifestation of Gabriel, there’s no reason she wouldn’t feel it. Knowing that Xiao Mo is the reaper in this world, yet still engaging in verbal sparring with her, it’s clear that although their relationship seems pretty bad on the surface, it’s only superficial. I suspect that Xiao Mo and Gabriel have a pretty good relationship behind closed doors.

 

“What if I don’t?”

 

Facing Gabriel’s provocation, Yin Xiamo remained calm. “Not all demons are heartless, nor are all angels tasked with saving the world.”

 

“Aren’t you going to take her back?”

 

Out at sea, Gabriel didn’t continue the banter between the two of them. Instead, she turned to me in Xiao Mo’s arms.

 

“Since your goal has been achieved, and your father… um, the Demon King, has been defeated, Momo, you have no reason to stay here, right?”

 

“This is where she was born, and it’s also her homeland in this life.”

 

Yin Xiamo lowered her head, gazing at my face. “For the next few hundred years, I hoped to accompany her here. As for what comes next… I respect her opinion.”

 

“I see. Momo, although you are a demon, you deserve my respect.”

 

Gabriel nodded. “How old is this child?”

 

“She’s been living here for about twenty years.”

 

“Too young.”

 

Gabriel frowned. “Why not wait another forty or fifty years before using soul magic? Aren’t the lifespans of humans here not that long?”

 

“This is my judgment.”

 

“Alright, I won’t ask further then.”

 

Gabriel turned to me. “Little one, I heard you lost your memory.”

 

“Please don’t mistake me for that heartless hero.”

I earnestly said, “I’m not a substitute for anyone.”

 

“You’re quite adorable.”

 

Gabriel didn’t delve further into this topic.

 

“In my eyes, Momo is the most special demon among all demons. Although she has some elf blood in her, it has been diluted almost completely due to prolonged killings. Treating her as a pure-blood demon is also acceptable.”

 

“I… I’m not very familiar with demons, elves, and your world.”

 

“Oh, right, I almost forgot,” Gabriel avoided my gaze.

 

“This magical world not only lacks magic but also has only one type of human.”

Yin Xiamo’s long hair fluttered in the wind. “The differences between this world and the other world are quite significant. You can try staying here for a few days to experience it.”

 

“No thanks.”

Gabriel seemed to reject without much thought. “As an honored archangel of the Holy Heaven, I have no interest in the desires of ancient humans.”

 

“Not even a little interest?”

 

“I advise you to give up on such thoughts.”

 

Gabriel turned back, seemingly asserting her attitude, with a much heavier tone.

 

“To let an angel experience human life is no different from commanding an angel to fall. There are clear rules in our doctrine, Momo, you know that. Even if I, Gabriel, were insulted by Fei Luo and mocked for being flat-chested for ten years straight, I would never have any attachment to this world. I came here today just to teach Fei Luo a lesson, and once I kill her, I’ll go back.”

 

Then, as if realizing something, Gabriel spoke again, “This world lacks elements and magic, there are no dwarven craftsmen or elves skilled in the arts, and even succubi driven by desire for dominion don’t exist here, right?”

 

Yin Xiamo nodded, “Yes.”

 

“So what’s the difference between the people here and goblins? Goblin villages at least have shamans conducting rituals.”

 

Gabriel became even more puzzled, “Do ordinary people here just farm, harvest, eat… or do men and women seek pleasure together? In a world without even magic, can’t humans even build a big house? Is it all grass huts and fields? How boring must this world be?”

 

“Why do you think it’s all grass huts and fields here?”

 

Yin Xiamo seemed clearly annoyed, “Don’t underestimate the human race. Even in a world without magic, their potential knows no bounds.”

 

“Oh, spare me. Momo, you know very well what villages without mages and higher races like dwarves are like.”

 

Gabriel scoffed, “Usually, they can only rely on crops and small animals in the surrounding forest to survive. If they’re lucky, they might catch a few wild chickens or ducks for a lavish dinner, but otherwise, it’s just rice with pickled vegetables. If luck isn’t on their side, encountering a bigger wild boar outside could cost them their lives.”

 

“I personally dislike preaching in villages like that. Generally, these barren villages don’t even know what angels are. My presence won’t bring prayers, faith, or a future. The atmosphere is worse than that of the churches inside the empire.”

 

During the conversation, Gabriel noticed land ahead and saw the checkpoint near Nanqi Port on the emerald beach.

 

She blurted out, “Oh? This is rare. Humans actually built sea defense projects without magic. It’s clear this place has been attacked by sea monsters.”

 

“There are no sea monsters here…”

 

Yin Xiamo was completely at a loss for words. She noticed the halo of an angel above my head and asked, “What did you do to Nuo’er?”

 

“This?”

Gabriel replied, “This is an angel’s blessing, which can enhance physical qualities and some senses. I’m somewhat of a close friend with that hero, and seeing that she’s still alive, I simply applied the blessing without thinking much.”

 

“I know this is an angel’s blessing. I’m asking about this.”

 

Yin Xiamo lifted her foot to press against my thigh, then freed one hand to try and take down the glowing halo above my head.

 

“What’s this? Is it a new technology from Heaven?”

 

Ah?

This scene left me dumbfounded as well.

 

So this halo can be taken off?

 

I reached out and touched the top of my head, then tried to take the halo from Yin Xiamo’s hand, feeling quite curious.

 

The halo, like most angelic halos in movies and television, emitted its own light. When touched, it felt very smooth, with a warmth similar to that of the surface of the human body—I had thought it would be hot because it was so bright, but it wasn’t. It was warm.

 

It felt like… touching a jade stone that had been held against the chest during winter for a long time. You could feel the distinct warmth of the angelic halo, smooth surface, and the sensation of jade, but it wasn’t hard itself, seemingly able to bend to a certain extent.

 

“What does ‘technology’ mean?”

 

Clearly, even with the language adaptation barrier, Gabriel didn’t understand the meaning of the word “technology.” She leaned over and took the halo.

 

“This is an honor that only a very few angels like us can bestow upon someone. I wouldn’t give it to just anyone.”

 

“So, what’s the use of this thing?”

 

Yin Xiamo held me again with a princess carry stance using both hands. “Does it ward off evil?”

 

“Momo, I’ve noticed that you’ve been speaking more and more strangely since coming here.”

 

Gabriel took the halo and placed it back on my head. “Firstly, it symbolizes that this person has received the most powerful angelic blessing, it’s a symbol of the glory of the Holy Heaven.”

 

With Gabriel’s manipulation, the angelic halo returned to my head, floating in mid-air, constantly adjusting its position with the movement of my head, always hovering several centimeters above my head.

 

It’s as if this halo has become a part of my body.

 

The angelic halo itself has no sensation and doesn’t provide me with any feedback. The sensation of wearing it on my head is similar to the feeling of “fixation” that some tools with strong magnets provide.

 

People who often play with magnetic beads or use electronic devices with magnetic fixation, such as computer peripherals, should be familiar with this feeling.

When two magnets appear in certain positions, they attract each other with a “click” sound, similar to some computer keyboards with built-in trays that have magnetic effects.

Normally, holding it in your hand feels like an ordinary object, but when you bring it close to the keyboard and place it in the right position, it “clicks” and combines.

 

The halo gives a similar feeling. Just now, when I held it in my hand, it felt like playing with one of those circular glow sticks sold near concert venues. But when I held it above my head within a certain range, the halo seemed to sense some kind of magnetic force, instantly finding the right position and fixing itself.

 

At this point, if I try to take the halo with my hand and pull it away, I can feel a slight resistance. If I don’t pull it out of the “magnetic attraction” range, the halo will reset itself. If I do pull it out, it becomes just a circular glow stick.

 

Looking at it like this, the other world seems quite interesting, doesn’t it? Magic can do so many things…

 

“Then, this thing can be used as a small tool. It’s no problem to use it for binding or illumination, and it consumes hardly any energy.”

 

With one hand holding the angelic halo, Gabriel grabbed my wrist with the other. “If you don’t want it to appear, just put it here on your wrist, and it will disappear automatically. When you need it, you can take it out again.”

 

As she spoke, Gabriel put the halo on my right hand. Suddenly, there was a familiar “magnetic attraction” sensation, and the angelic halo automatically shrank and then disappeared.

 

“Understood?”

 

Skillfully taking the halo back from my wrist, Gabriel placed it on my head. “This is the best blessing from the Holy Heaven.”

 

“The best blessing?”

Yin Xiamo glanced at my head, then at Gabriel. “I understand using it for binding things, but for illumination… are you serious?”

 

“Why, a large group of nuns at the church there are dying to get their hands on it!”

 

Gabriel crossed her arms in the air.

 

“Besides, I’m not giving it to you, Momo. You, as a great demon, are beyond redemption. I’m giving it to the new hero, and also helping to suppress the evil succubus bloodline within her.”

 

This… your conflicts really were rich and diverse.

 

“Never mind, Nuo’er does look quite cute like this.”

 

As we approached the shore, Yin Xiamo didn’t continue the topic. “We’re about to reach the human city.”

 

“Great, I can’t wait to turn that stupid dragon into goblins.”

 

“Is it really appropriate for an angel like you to speak so crudely?”

 

“In formal situations, I do formal things, in private, I do private things. Isn’t that how it goes?”

 

Gabriel gave Yin Xiamo a scornful look. “Isn’t this your world?”

 

“……”

 

Then, the angel lady who came ashore with us was amazed by the hustle and bustle of the seaside human city.

 

“Oh my, what are all these? This… and that…”

 

Walking along the shaded path leading to the café, Gabriel looked around at the surrounding houses, shops, and asphalt roads, her eyes widening.

 

“Without magic, how did they build these villages? And what is that glowing thing by the roadside? Can they illuminate the world without relying on angelic blessings under conditions without magic?”

 

Yin Xiamo explained, “That’s a streetlight, a basic product of urban construction technology here.”

 

“A streetlight? It can emit light without magic or flames?”

 

“Yes.”

 

“How is that possible!”

 

Gabriel still couldn’t recover from her shock. “Light represents heaven and hope, it’s the will of the gods. Clearly, only heaven is eligible to receive the purest light. Why…”

 

“The light in this world is abundant, so much so that it’s causing light pollution, especially underground in the café.”

 

Yin Xiamo said helplessly, “Gabriel, calm down. Right now, you’re acting just like a goblin from heaven.”

 

“Oh no, Momo, you wouldn’t understand.”

 

Gabriel shook her head, gazing affectionately at the few streetlights by the roadside. “This is simply a work of art. I can feel the warmth and light on them. Light, art, combined together, it’s like heaven…”

 

At that moment, a sports car, presumably heading towards the Honor District, zoomed by from afar. Since this road was quite remote and there weren’t many people around, the car sped along, its engine emitting a buzzing sound, leaving a trail of blur behind.

 

What was most laughable and absurd was that the owner of this sports car seemed to be a fan of disco lights. The surface of the car was adorned with green, yellow, and blue, all flashing and dazzling. It was also a convertible, and as it passed by us on the road, the car stereo blasted the DJ version of an old song by Faye Wong:

 

“The night is so beautiful, even though it’s dangerous, there are always people with dark circles under their eyes, staying up all night…”

“You are so beautiful, even though you’re silent, I want to use a pile of stones to isolate the world…”

 

This scene left Gabriel standing still in her tracks.

 

Though this angel, who had tucked away her halo and wings and was now barefoot in a dress, didn’t exude much angelic essence at this moment, the sacred aura about her was still palpable.

However, even with her diminished angelic appearance, she seemed spellbound by the sight of the car speeding away, unable to move for a long time.

 

The car stereo continued to echo:

“Pain is so beautiful, even though it’s humble, I want to taste the taste of being crushed to pieces…”

“You are so beautiful, even though you’re silent, I want to use a pile of stones to isolate the world… My princess, I want to claim your beauty!”

 

I cast a questioning glance at Yin Xiamo.

 

“In other worlds, things that emit light are basically flames, the sun, light magic, and a small amount of moving plants and animals. All angels have an almost pathological obsession with light, so churches often decorate themselves grandly to attract angels,” explained Yin Xiamo in front of me.

 

“I just can’t understand them,” Yin Xiamo added.

 

“That, that, that…”

Gabriel stared at the direction where the gothic sports car had disappeared for quite a while before turning back.

 

“What was that?”

 

“I just said, it’s Earth’s technology,” Yin Xiamo shrugged.

 

“They call it a car, or a sports car, a kind of transportation.”

 

“How can a means of transportation emit so much light!” Gabriel seemed incredulous.

“Moreover, that’s clearly not a living being, yet its speed is several times faster than a warhorse. It’s almost as fast as a centaur, and centaurs don’t use much light magic!”

 

“You just can’t get over this light, can you?”

 

“The light is a gift bestowed upon us by the gods!”

Gabriel frowned. “Momo, I want you… to explain to me as much as possible the principles of that thing just now.”

 

Yin Xiamo raised an eyebrow. “Aren’t you going to find Fei Luo?”

 

“Oh, right.”

This reminder instantly brought Gabriel back to reality.

 

“Where’s Fei Luo?”

 

“He’s at the café, and he’ll be here in a few minutes,” Yin Xiamo replied.

 

She sighed lightly. “Why don’t you stay? There’s a lot of technology here that will surprise you, and the café happens to be short-staffed.”

 

“That won’t do. I came out of Heaven this time risking the loss of my identity as an archangel. At most, I’ll just want to understand the principle of that… that sports car you mentioned and then go back.”

 

The Miss Angel had a resolute attitude.

 

“I said, even if my chest never grows in this lifetime, I, Gabriel, will absolutely not do anything dishonorable!”

 

“……”

 

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