"So beautiful!"
"Even prettier than the photos in the magazine!"
"Too bad she's engaged."
"Ahh, I'm so jealous of that bastard named Rhode!"
The more Rhode listens, the happier he feels, even when he hears people call him a bastard, he doesn't get angry.
Having stumbled upon such a fortune, he just chuckles to himself secretly.
He cheerfully watches Mira on stage, curious about what program she will perform.
"I'm pretty good at singing and Transformation Magic, so I'll showcase them both today."
Mira says with a smile, "Since I usually sing gentle tunes, this time I want to try a different style, so... transform!"
"Ohhh ohhhh!"
"Wow!!!"
"So, so beautiful!"
Exclamations arise one after another, even Rhode in the front row is staring wide-eyed.
Because Mira has turned into a bunny girl outfit.
A bold red top, sultry fishnet stockings, a white collar adorning her neck, bunny ears with one standing straight and the other bent, and a fluffy short tail visible only from the side.
Mira spins around to pick up an electric guitar from Warm's back, Mickey's Magic Bird Xiaobi flies onto the stage and transforms into a microphone.
Mira heavily strums the strings, followed by a complex fast play, producing a sound from the guitar like metal friction with strong piercing power, shocking the audience's eardrums.
Listening, Rhode feels it sounds somewhat familiar, the guitar looks somewhat familiar too.
This seems to be a modified version of the electric guitar used by the person with the code name Eagle from the Three-Plumed Crow.
And judging by the prelude she played, although much more pleasant, the style is undoubtedly similar.
Only then does Rhode understand, when she said casually playing, she meant performing heavy metal on stage dressed as a bunny girl?
This is too... too, too fantastic.
In the rapid music sounds, Mira's purposely low and rough voice sounds:
"Beware of sweet talk WOW~
But I'm not very used to it♪
Highly alert, watch out WOW~
Yet it seems without ill intent♪
..."
Adorable bunny girl costume, yet playing electric guitar producing screeching music, singing somewhat wild lyrics.
Those who know Mira's past find it expected, those who don't also find this stark contrast incredibly attractive.
Accompanied by a strong rhythm, the audience's bodies unconsciously shake along with the music, taking advantage of the pauses in lyrics to shout and cheer for her.
Warm seems a little stunned by the shock, remembering Mira told it to dance along, casually rolling on stage.
Originally hidden amidst the crowd chewing on a metal meal, the drowsy Gajeel suddenly perked up.
He never expected, Demon actually knows his favorite music genre, he must find her to compete when given a chance (Shooby-doo-bop!).
"Compared to Little Demon and temptation,
Really, really want to become an Angel♪
Always curious about the taste of love~
We will soon understand...♪"
The time given for everyone to showcase themselves is not long, so Mira only sang the latter part of the song, but it did not affect the song's impact.
"Sis! A man's man!!!" Elfman listens with tears in his eyes, supporting Mira in his own way, without thinking whether he might get hit.
But even as a man's man, his shouts are drowned in the waves of sound, and Rhode can't hear his own voice either.
Shows how lively the scene is.
As the tune ends, the guitar strings continue vibrating, the air seemingly still carries the screeching and exhilarating music sound.
Due to being engaged, her popularity dropped dramatically?
No worries, one metal song instantly ignited the audience's emotions.
Many feel unsatisfied, already writing Mira's name or number on their ballots.
"She even has this trick..." Lucy feels the prize money is getting further away.
Erza is full of fighting spirit: "Mira deserves it, but I have my plan too!"
After the performance, Mira lightly bows, not retreating backstage like other contestants but removes her number plate and jumps off the stage.
Warm also steps forward with its small short legs.
The result, Mira accurately falls into Rhode's arms.
While Warm... with a plop turns from a white furry ball into a white fur pancake.
With such a large size, indeed no one dares to catch it, people nearby, including Rhode, all retreat backward.
Fortunately, this kid cushions well, a fall won't matter, and it sprawls where it falls, snoring gently awaiting the end of the contest.
Mira intimately wraps her arms around Rhode's neck, asking: "How is it?"
Rhode hugs her a little tighter: "You mean the performance or the appearance?"
"Just tell me both."
Rhode thinks for a moment: "For the performance, a full score of 100, it was fantastic. But for the appearance, I only give it 90."
"Why?"
"Because it's strange, although it looks like a bunny girl costume, hugging still feels like the fabric of a long skirt, my senses are getting confused."
"Hmph!" Mira doesn't say more, exiting his embrace and restores her original form.
This guy, isn't he implying he wants her to actually wear that outfit for him to see?
Probably, he wants more than just seeing it, hmph, wishful thinking!
Will consider later.
...
If looks could kill, Rhode might have already been torn apart by the audience.
"Next up is contestant number 4, the majestic Fairy Queen, Erza Scarlet!"
Erza's popularity is almost comparable to Mira, the applause and cheers erupt as she appears in her usual armor.
"That's the Fairy Queen, so cool!"
"Wasn't she a model for Sosala Weekly before, stunning!"
"Exactly, why not feature her more often?!"
"Can't wait for her next appearance!"
Erza smiles: "I'm best at Requip Magic, let me show you my collection."
Seemingly to enhance the ambiance, Erza slows down the process of her Requip Magic, a dazzling magic glow envelops her.
Just like when Sailor Moon transforms, although she's shrouded in light, there's always someone watching.
Even with such a brilliant and dazzling glow, audiences still avidly stare at the blurred silhouette, those with vivid imaginations already heating up.
Once the glow disperses, Erza has changed into a Gothic Loli style outfit.
A black bow tied her long red hair, a black short skirt and black stockings expose the pale absolute zone, white sleeve cuffs and sock tops as embellishments, the white front compliments her impressive assets.
From a Valkyrie in armor transforming into a coquettish, adorable little girl.
Both members inside the guild and outside are amazed by such transformation.
Those with weaker tolerance, only manage to cover their noses while unable to look away from her.
Rhode certainly isn't among them, he merely glances calmly, silently listens to Mira praising this version of Erza.
Mira and Erza's double whammy ignites the entire venue, but it's unfortunate for those following them like Reby and Bisca.
Despite each being unique beauties, they cannot match the impact level of the two performers before them.
Still cheering for them, mainly guild members, especially Jet, Troy, and Alzack are the most enthusiastic.
Each has their own favorite.
"Contestant number 7 is our guild's rising star, messenger guiding the starlight, Lucy!"
After Bisca exits, Lucy steps on the stage nervously: "Hello everyone, I'm Lucy, and my performance is..."
"Hehe..."
A soft laugh interrupts Lucy's self-introduction, with a slightly narcissistic tone,
"The term fairies refers to me, beauty also denotes me, indeed I embody it all, so, the winner is obviously me, contestant number 8, Ibarglin!"
Lucy turns around, seeing a woman dressed in a green gown, holding a fan.
Although unsure of the situation, for the sake of rent, Lucy protests: "What the heck, my performance hasn't started yet!"
"No matter, as the boring contest is over."
Ibarglin raises her glasses at the instant of locking eyes with Lucy.
Her pupils emit a golden glow, turning Lucy instantly into a stone statue.