Grief Seed, priced at 1 million.
Yes, you read it correctly—each Grief Seed is worth a million. It is so valuable because each Grief Seed is the soul of a magical girl. They were once innocent and pure, and they fought for this world.
Cheating? No, according to Kyubey's understanding, it merely concealed some information; everything it said was true, with no deception. But it was these omissions that drove these girls to chase after a hopeless abyss.
The Internet cafe system is willing to recycle these souls. They have combat talents and mature minds after being brought to despair. Thanks to Kyubey's transformation, every magical girl has a very high appearance. No matter from which angle, the Grief Seed is very valuable.
However, Homura Akemi didn't know these details. She only saw a special note.
"It is recommended to let the Grief Seed absorb all negative power before trading. When the storage reaches 100%, the price of the Grief Seed can be increased by 20%."
Homura Akemi admitted that she was tempted at this moment. Unlike Yoshida Saki, she had now reached the peak of her life, and the funds in her possession could let her play for a year or two.
But she couldn't do that; she had spent all her pocket money recently.
If she didn't find a way to make money, she might not be able to enjoy herself with Yoshida Saki in the future. Considering this, Homura Akemi made a decision: sell the Grief Seed.
She didn't know the origin of the Grief Seed, nor what it meant to Kyubey. She just wanted to sell this thing. She walked forward a few steps, pressed the Grief Seed with her toes, picked it up forcefully, and put it away. Then she released the Block Man mode and tucked her hair behind her shoulders.
Kyubey didn't stop Homura Akemi's actions. It didn't care that Homura Akemi could travel at will, nor did it know she could sell this item.
It didn't mention this but was ready to use the Grief Seed to turn back into a witch. If possible, it also hoped that Homura Akemi would collect more Grief Seed, as only in real danger could it persuade someone like Homura Akemi, who had immense cause and effect, to sign a contract.
"So cool..."
Sayaka Miki was amazed by Homura Akemi's smooth operation, and even Madoka Kaname rubbed her eyes, as if she had seen a beautiful scene.
"Kyubey, is there anything else? If not, I'll leave."
"Okay, if you want to sign a contract with me, you can find me anytime."
It had dealt with humans for thousands of years and seen all kinds of people. It had never failed to sign a contract, and this time would be no exception. People like Homura Akemi, who possess such strong strength, are very ambitious. It believed that Homura Akemi would seek it out sooner or later.
As Kyubey disappeared, Miki Sayaka approached: "Classmate, what's your name? Which school are you from?"
"Me? My name is Homura Akemi, you can just call me Homura. I've only been in this city for a week, and I'm about to transfer to Mitakihara Middle School."
"Hey hey hey? A transfer student! My name is Miki Sayaka, just call me Sayaka. Her name is Kaname Madoka. We're both students at Mitakihara. Hehe~ Anyway, we're going to the same school, do you want to come with us?"
Kaname Madoka quickly added, "Just call me Madoka."
Although school was over, it remained open until 8 PM. Since Homura Akemi was a transfer student, there was no issue taking her around. But the real intent was not just to show her the school; she wanted to ask Homura Akemi how she became so impressive.
In terms of appearance, she couldn't compare with the beautiful girl in front of her, but if she could learn a trick, she might have a chance when encountering strange monsters like today. Appearing like a hero saving a beauty, without looking back at the explosion, every move of Homura Akemi made them feel excited and yearning. Especially Homura Akemi's confident aura made them admire her.
"Want to take a tour? Sure!"
Homura Akemi was also happy to make new friends. Since recovering from her illness, she felt full of confidence and had high expectations for her new school and campus life.
They were girls of the same age and quickly began chatting, heading to school together with laughter.
However, after they left, a blonde girl named Tomoe Mami arrived.
"Has the witch been eliminated? So quickly? I didn't sense any magical presence. Is it a magical girl I don't know?"
As she was about to leave, she turned suddenly, a rifle appearing in her hand aimed at a girl in the shadows.
"Who?"
A girl wearing a purple dress with a lotus hem, a white coat with short sleeves, a lavender shoulder cape, and black high-heeled knee-high boots emerged from the darkness. If Homura Akemi were there, she would be shocked to see another version of herself.
"I have no ill intentions," the other 'Homura Akemi' said to Mami Tomoe, not bothering to explain, and turned away.
There was a deviation.
When the Rose Witch appeared, it was likely to trap Madoka Kaname and Sayaka Miki. At this time, Mami Tomoe would come to their rescue, and Kyubey would appear to contract them into magical girls.
But this time, she saw a scene that shocked herself. There was another version of her?
Why would another her appear in another timeline when her magic was clearly reversing time? Then who was she? What image should she live in this world with?
Her heart wavered. But fortunately, she remembered Madoka—the Madoka who needed her to save her.
"It seems that I didn't sign a contract, but this power..."
Homura Akemi sensed something watching her. Instantly, she stopped time and walked behind Kyubey. If there was another version of herself in this world, she should not show up and could not be observed by Kyubey.
Since the other self had a power she was unaware of, would she disrupt Madoka's intention to become a magical girl? Although there was another self in this world, if her goal was achieved, she was willing to live in the dark and protect herself and Madoka's lives.
But before that...
Homura Akemi looked at the white creature before her, took out her pistol, and fired several shots before leaving without looking back.
The originally expressionless eyes now held a flame called hope. No matter the reason, there were now two of her in this world. The other self had fighting skills that were not inferior to any magical girl. She would protect Madoka in this world, even if there was one more of her.
However, seeing herself and Madoka together, 'Homura Akemi' always had a strange feeling.