As Hina returned to her room in the academy, she couldn't shake the feeling of unease that lingered after her encounter with the sinister Demonlord Phobio. Sitting down at her desk, she called out to her faithful companion, the system, seeking answers to the mysteries that plagued her mind.
"System, why didn't I hear from you the other day? What happened?" Hina inquired, her voice tinged with concern.
The system responded promptly, its voice echoing softly in the confines of her room. "I was busy protecting you from Demonlord Phobio. He attempted to manipulate you, trying to convince you that you hadn't made any friends."
Hina's eyes widened in alarm at the mention of Phobio. "Who is Phobio?" she asked, her tone laced with apprehension.
"He is the Demonlord who tried to manipulate your mind and body," the system explained. "His name is Phobio, and he possesses the ability of mind manipulation and black miasma infestation."
Hina shuddered at the thought of such a powerful and malevolent entity. "Yikes, that's creepy," she muttered under her breath.
The system continued, relaying the data it had gathered about Phobio's recent activities. "Two days ago, a log showed a video playing virtually, depicting Phobio's sinister intentions. He vowed to make you his queen and plant false memories in your mind to corrupt you."
Suddenly, the system intervened, its virtual presence asserting itself in Phobio's domain. "Phobio, you shall not pass," it declared defiantly.
In response, Phobio's laughter echoed through the virtual space. "Who dares to challenge me?" he sneered, his voice dripping with malice.
Undeterred, the system stood its ground, ready to protect its master at all costs. "I am the protector of Hina, and I will not allow you to harm her," it asserted firmly.
Phobio, intrigued by the system's boldness, decided to put it to the test. With a wave of his hand, he attempted to breach the system's defenses, unleashing a torrent of corrupt energy.
But the system proved to be a formidable opponent, resisting Phobio's onslaught with unwavering determination. "Impossible!" Phobio exclaimed in frustration. "Your defenses are stronger than I anticipated."
Though Phobio managed to penetrate a small fraction of Hina's mind with his corrupt energy, the system swiftly intervened, severing the connection between Phobio and its master. With a final flourish, the system halted the playback of the video, cutting off Phobio's influence for good.
"That's what happened while you were asleep two days ago," the system explained, its voice tinged with pride at its victory over Phobio.
Hina couldn't help but feel grateful for her faithful companion's unwavering protection. "Wow, you're amazing," she said, her admiration evident in her voice. "I feel like your powers are growing stronger with each passing day."
As she gazed at the holographic interface of the system, she couldn't help but marvel at its capabilities. In that moment, she knew that no matter what challenges lay ahead, she could always rely on her trusty companion to keep her safe
Hina couldn't help but chuckle at the absurdity of Phobio's intentions. "Hey, that Phobio guy, why is he forcing me to be his queen? I'm definitely not his type," she remarked, her voice laced with amusement.
The system chimed in, its tone tinged with reassurance. "Yeah, he's definitely creepy. Your null magic is divine, while his is evil. They're like oil and water – they just won't mix."
Hina couldn't help but shudder at the thought of Phobio, his unsettling demeanor, and his relentless pursuit of power. "Yeah, eww, super creep! He's just... I don't know, he kind of reminds me of a bulldozer cow," she said, unable to suppress a laugh at the absurd mental image.
The thought of Phobio being compared to a lumbering, awkward creature brought a brief moment of levity to the situation. Despite the seriousness of the threat he posed, Hina found solace in being able to find humor even in the darkest of times. With a grin, she turned to the system, grateful for its unwavering support in the face of adversity.
Hina's classmate approached her curiously, noticing her animated conversation with seemingly no one. "Umm, who are you talking to, Princess?" they inquired, their expression filled with confusion.
Hina quickly composed herself, offering a forced sweet smile. "Oh, nothing, just... nothing," she replied, brushing off the question with a casual wave of her hand. "I'm just fighting off my boredom. Anyways, there's nothing to fret about here."
Despite her attempt to dismiss the conversation, Hina couldn't shake the lingering feeling of unease caused by her recent encounter with Phobio. She hoped her classmates wouldn't pry further into her strange behavior, preferring to keep the unsettling events to herself for now.
Hiku entered Hina's classroom with a determined expression, ready to guide the students through their magical studies. "Alright, class, today we'll be delving into the fundamentals of magic," he announced, capturing the attention of the students. "And this time, we'll have the honor of learning alongside Hina."
Excited murmurs filled the room as the students eagerly prepared for the lesson. Hiku continued, his voice brimming with enthusiasm. "We'll begin by practicing shooting magic," he declared, gesturing towards Hina. "Since Hina possesses lightning magic, she'll be demonstrating the technique for us."
Hina nodded in agreement, standing up with confidence despite the lingering unease from her recent encounter with Phobio. "Alright, everyone, pay close attention," she instructed, her voice clear and authoritative.
As Hina demonstrated the technique, arcs of crackling lightning danced around her fingertips, illuminating the classroom with their brilliance. The students watched in awe as she effortlessly manipulated the magical energy, shaping it into controlled bursts of lightning.
Hiku observed the students closely, offering guidance and encouragement as they attempted to replicate Hina's movements. "Remember, focus your intent and visualize the magic flowing through you," he advised, his voice echoing in the room.
With Hiku's guidance and Hina's demonstration, the students began to grasp the basics of shooting magic. Some struggled at first, their spells fizzling out or veering off course, but with persistence and practice, they gradually improved.
Hina moved among the students, offering individual assistance and encouragement to those who needed it. Despite her initial apprehension, she found herself enjoying the opportunity to share her knowledge and skills with her classmates.
As the lesson progressed, the classroom buzzed with excitement and energy. The students cheered each other on, celebrating small victories and eagerly pushing themselves to master the techniques.
By the end of the class, the students had made significant progress in their magical abilities, thanks to Hina's guidance and Hiku's expert instruction. As they filed out of the classroom, their faces were lit up with determination and newfound confidence, ready to continue their magical journey under Hina's mentorship.
*To be continue*