Chapter 18: Alicefiel’s Seaside Stroll

Around ten in the morning, Alicefiel slowly woke up.

She stretched lazily on the bed, then shifted her legs to prop herself up.

Suddenly, she felt a sticky sensation between her thighs.

Reaching down, her hand came away with a patch of deep red blood.

Looking down between her legs, she saw her crotch and the corresponding bedsheet stained red.

Only then did she realize she’d forgotten to take precautions last night.

For Alicefiel, once a Sublime-tier magical girl, her powers sometimes brought her some embarrassing effects.

Upon reaching the Sublime tier, the influence of her powers became evident.

Especially the fertility symbol tied to the moon’s aspect.

Though Alicefiel could control how this aspect affected others, she had no control over herself.

During the full moon, her womb would undergo a renewal under the power’s influence, maintaining a nurturing environment for conception.

Even after falling in tier, the power’s effects lingered.

Among high-tier transcendents, especially Tier 9 ones, fertility issues were common.

Alicefiel was a rare exception—she had no such problems.

“What a disgrace.”

Yesterday, she’d acted like a madwoman, putting on a solo play and forgetting protection, leaving the bed a mess.

Not only did she need to clean her lower body, but she’d have to destroy the entire bedsheet.

So, Alicefiel began skillfully cleaning herself.

This time, without the puppet’s help—after all, she’d been a woman for over twenty years and had long learned these things.

Soon, she gathered a clump of reddish water in her hand.

Though a potion refined from her own menstrual blood would be a rare fertility enhancer for high-tier transcendents, the idea grossed her out.

Alicefiel could only neutralize the blood harmlessly.

No trace left.

After dealing with the mess, Alicefiel picked up Lu Xin’s phone from the nightstand and checked today’s messages.

The earliest was from Xiao Yue—short but meaningful: Dad, Happy Father’s Day!

Alicefiel smiled warmly and sent a reply: Dad got it. I love you too.

Then transferred 520 to Xiao Yue.

Next were some boring spam notifications.

She dismissed them all, then thought she should message her old man.

Drafting a text: Old man, Happy Father’s Day! Sent to: Big Boss.

Then, opening the chat app, she sent a voice message.

Alicefiel spoke softly into the mic: Dad, Happy Father’s Day!

Tossing the phone onto the freshly remade bed, Alicefiel headed straight to the second-floor balcony overlooking the sea.

She felt the sea breeze whisk through her body from all directions.

Leaning on the railing, she dozed off comfortably.

Though her body was completely bare, there was no risk of exposure in this upscale seaside villa resort.

Designed to ensure privacy, each villa had its own exclusive beach section—especially this corner one where Alicefiel stayed.

Watching the waves rhythmically crash onto the sand, Alicefiel suddenly wanted to play in the water.

After all, this trip to Linhai City was for relaxation—she should follow her whims.

So, Alicefiel pushed off the balcony, brushing dust from her chest, sending ripples that stirred the imagination.

Since she was heading outdoors, she needed a nice swimsuit.

Alicefiel thought, casually opening her phone to browse swimsuit styles on an online mall.

Spotting a favorite, she remotely gathered a pile of sand from the beach.

Mentally visualizing what she needed, an intricate array appeared in her hand.

Alchemy · Gold · Primal Regression.

The sand transformed into a pure white, flowing luminous substance in midair.

Alchemy · Mercury · Primal Degeneration.

The luminous mass was molded into threads of textile fiber.

Finally, two pieces of fabric formed.

She tossed the excess luminous substance back to the beach, where, without mana support, it reverted to sand.

Alchemy sure is convenient sometimes.

Alicefiel lifted the fabric, checking for flaws.

Good—her skills hadn’t rusted over the years.

Then, she slipped into the white tie-string bikini, descended the stairs to the first floor, and stepped from the villa hall onto the beach.

Alicefiel walked along the shore, leaving a trail of delicate footprints.

Occasionally, waves lapped at her pink feet, tickling her soles and making her itch.

It seemed the world should be this peaceful, as if yesterday’s hardships were forgotten.

This serene life was what she’d always longed for.

But it lacked a spark of life.

Indeed, it was missing Xiao Yue.

She must bring Xiao Yue here someday.

Alicefiel waded toward the incoming waves until the water nearly reached her knees.

Scooping a handful of seawater, she let it trickle through her fingers.

Sunlight refracted through it, casting rainbow hues.

The scene was beautiful, and so was she.

But aside from the merciless sun overhead and Alicefiel herself, no one appreciated it.

After yesterday’s absurd solo play, today’s seaside relaxation had mostly dispelled her gloom.

Indeed, Corona finding her true love—as her sister, she should be happy.

Alicefiel forced a smile toward the empty horizon.

So, what was wrong with all this?

Though years apart, the bond between Corona and Yuehua was unbreakable.

Corona still loved her Little Moon, and Alicefiel… loved Corona too.

As for Lu Xin, let that self die.

Like a rat in the shadows.

Alicefiel worried—if she stood before Corona as Lu Xin, would she recognize her former self?

The once-elegant youth, now a grizzled, middle-aged man with a beard.

Even face-to-face, Corona might not recognize him.

They’d only worked together for over two years, and Lu Xin had handled logistics.

But to be safe, Lu Xin shouldn’t appear before Corona again.

Alicefiel played in the water for a while, then, growing bored, returned to the beach.

She continued her aimless stroll.

As she walked farther, her footprints were gradually erased by the waves.

As if she’d never been there.

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