"Possibly related to an evil demon?"
Seeing the content of the quest, Marco's interest was immediately piqued.
Upon closer inspection, he noticed the client was actually the Magic Council.
An informant for the Magic Council had obtained some intelligence possibly involving demons, but after relaying the message, the informant went missing.
Thus, the Magic Council began mobilizing the power of Magic Guilds to investigate further.
This quest wasn't exclusive to Fairy Tail; other guilds near the incident location could also take it.
"Quite interesting."
Without hesitation, Marco took the quest form and headed downstairs.
Demons were rather intriguing, and they held significant ties to Fairy Tail—both Gray and Mirajane's pasts were closely linked to demons.
Moreover, if it really was a demon, he could capture it for Mira.
Her Take Over Magic specialized in dealing with demons.
"Going to take this quest?"
Seeing Marco come downstairs with the new quest form, Mira asked with a smile, having guessed he'd be interested.
"Of course. Want to come along? Aren't you curious?"
Marco slapped the request form and extended a team invitation to Mira.
If it really was a demon, it would be more convenient to go with her—defeating it would allow her to Take Over it directly, saving the trouble of bringing it back.
"Together? Sure."
Hearing Marco's question, Mira agreed immediately, her smile widening as if she had expected this all along.
"..."
Marco's lips twitched.
Was Mira waiting for him to suggest this?
"Lisanna, you'll handle the shifts for the next few days."
Without giving Marco a chance to say more, Mira had already filled out and stamped the quest form, confirming that only she and Marco would undertake this mission.
She then called Lisanna over.
"Huh?"
Lisanna looked slightly bewildered.
"Marco and I are taking on an S-Class Quest together. You're in charge of the shifts."
Mirajane patted her younger sister's shoulder, her tone leaving no room for argument.
"Oh!"
Lisanna was momentarily stunned before suddenly realizing what was happening.
She looked at Mirajane and Marco with a surprised expression.
"What kind of mission requires two S-Class Mages?"
Immediately, worry filled Lisanna's face.
After all, S-Class Quests had left her with some unpleasant memories, causing her to worry every time Mira or Marco went on S-Class missions, fearing something might go wrong.
"It's a mission from the Magic Council, possibly related to demons. I can't say more than that. Don't worry, nothing will happen with me around." Marco spoke with a smile, comforting the concerned Lisanna.
"Have some faith in your sister."
Mirajane gently ruffled Lisanna's hair, though her words lacked confidence since the last accident had nearly cost Lisanna her life.
"Of course I believe in Mira-nee!" Lisanna nodded seriously.
Whether she truly believed in Mirajane or trusted Marco who was going along wasn't something that needed elaboration.
"Then we'll leave the guild matters to you."
Mirajane smiled, not particularly concerned about who Lisanna actually trusted.
She briefly handed over her work responsibilities to Lisanna before preparing to go home and pack.
"Let's go, Marco. We'll get ready and set off." Mirajane smiled as she spoke to Marco.
Looking at the girl's harmless smile, Marco felt like he was being completely manipulated by her, but instead of getting angry, he just shook his head helplessly and followed Mira's lead.
The two first went to Mira's home together, where Mira started packing.
Since their destination wasn't too far, they didn't need to bring much luggage, and Mira finished packing quickly.
"..."
Marco's lips twitched as he looked at Mirajane carrying numerous bags.
"Didn't we agree not to bring too much luggage?" Marco rubbed his temples.
He had originally intended to travel light, especially since this mission wasn't exclusive to them—there might be other competitors.
Getting there quickly and finishing the job swiftly was the right approach.
"But I only brought a few changes of clothes."
Mira looked innocent, feeling that what she carried was already minimal—at least compared to Erza, she was definitely traveling light.
"Fine."
Marco pressed his lips together but ultimately nodded.
After all, he had the Crow Express, so he wouldn't have to carry the luggage himself.
Regarding women's habits, Marco didn't understand but respected them.
Over the past year, he had traveled extensively across the continent but always traveled light, never bringing any luggage.
His main purpose was to borrow books everywhere.
He had truly done his best for his two disciples, managing to find all the reference materials on the reading list Hibiki had provided.
Speaking of Hibiki, Marco certainly hadn't treated him poorly either.
He taught him "Pegasus Meteor Fist" and prepared a "Pegasus Cloth" for him, waiting only for him to establish a connection with the Pegasus constellation to wear it.
Among the students, Lucy was the happiest about Hibiki becoming his student.
Though it might not be nice to say, Hibiki had indeed broken the record, replacing Lucy as the lowest-ranked students, which somewhat relieved Lucy.
"Let's set off."
Marco summoned the crow, ready to fly directly to their destination.
"So, Marco, do you think that Magic Council informant is already dead?"
On the way, the smile vanished from Mira's face as she grew serious, beginning to discuss the mission with Marco.
"Most likely dead. You're no stranger to demons—what good intentions could they possibly have? Whenever they appear, it's nothing short of carnage. Gray's hometown was destroyed by a demon," Marco remarked.
If Gray found out about this mission, he'd undoubtedly want to join.
He harbors a deep-seated grudge against demons—regardless of whether it's the same one, he'd jump at the chance to fight them and lend a hand.
"Then we really should hurry. We must deal with this demon before it wreaks havoc, or who knows how many more will die," Mira said with a stern expression.
The appearance of a "demon" is never a minor incident.
No wonder the Magic Council is making such a fuss.
They've probably sent their own people, but still, they're not taking any chances and have issued a lucrative, urgent request to the nearby Magic Guilds.
The Crow Express swiftly carried Marco and Mira to their destination—a rather inconspicuous small town west of Magnolia.
The Magic Council's informant had vanished in this very town, which is likely the most attention this place has ever gotten.
Recently, quite a few Mages have probably been heading here.
"Bluebell Town. If it weren't for this mission, I'd have never known this place existed. It doesn't even have a train line," Mira commented after disembarking.
The town looked old-fashioned, as if untouched by the influence of magic, completely different from Magnolia.
"This mission might also be connected to a Dark Guild. Let's find a place to stay first, then take a walk around town to assess the situation," Marco said, putting away the crows and picking up his luggage, ready to secure lodging before carefully scouting the area.
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