Give children a little self-destruction shock to their worldview.

However, for an average female middle school student, a cat weighing over 20 kilograms is still a bit too heavy.

Fortunately, Feather remained calm upon seeing them and was not frightened by the scenery within the barrier. Instead, she meowed and snuggled up to them, obediently gazing at Mami Tomoe and Madoka Kaname.

Time was of the essence, and Mami Tomoe, unable to take the cat with her, could only say to Feather, "You stay with Kaname, I have work to do, okay?"

Feather seemed to understand, tilted its head, and then approached Madoka Kaname.

"Did you understand? How clever!" Madoka Kaname was amazed by the cat's intelligence.

Side Story: Mayumi Haga and Madoka Magica: Madoka Magica Episode 12 - Let's go back and have a party after this battle!

Mayumi Haga is definitely a clever cat.

She silently followed the two as they moved forward within the barrier, pondering the information Homura Akemi had provided.

In previous cycles, Homura Akemi had also experienced this battle, but the endings were never very satisfactory.

Mami Tomoe will die in this battle against the witch.

Despite her formidable strength, capable of holding her own even against more powerful witches, this seasoned magical girl dies due to underestimating the newly hatched Snack Witch.

A newly hatched witch means that it has never been seen before, and there is basically zero knowledge about it. The battle between magical girls and witches is often difficult and dangerous, a life-or-death struggle that cannot be taken lightly.

Homura Akemi had naturally considered in her previous loops that she wanted to preserve Mitakihara's fighting strength before the Witch's Night arrived, and she didn't want to see her comrade Mami Tomoe sacrifice herself.

However, in this cycle, Homura Akemi and Mami Tomoe's relationship has reached a freezing point.

Because of her previous attack on Kyubey, Homura Akemi has been categorized as an enemy by Mami Tomoe. No matter how much she tries to reason with her, Mami won't easily believe her.

Even if Homura Akemi bluntly told Mami Tomoe that she would die in this battle, Mami would not believe it, much less accept her help.

After much deliberation, having Mayumi Haga come to the rescue was the best option.

So Mayumi Haga followed, squeezed into the barrier, and closely watched what was to come.

However, she suddenly remembered something.

Mayumi Haga's transformation takes time, unlike magical girls who can do it instantly. After all, growing back from a cat to a human form doesn't seem like something that can be done instantly, and she doesn't know magic.

However, in the heat of battle, even a single second is enough for the situation on the field to change several times.

If she were to transform back into human form by then, Mayumi Haga wouldn't be able to make it in time.

In other words, she had to use her cat form to save the day.

Mayumi Haga's cat form is simply stronger than a regular cat, focusing more on stealth and concealment. In her previous world, she generally only used this form to eavesdrop or infiltrate enemy camps, not for combat.

To easily defeat the witch and effortlessly rescue Mami Tomoe with this body is, if not impossible, certainly very difficult.

However, she had another way.

Mayumi Haga followed behind Madoka Kaname and Mami Tomoe, wagging her upright tail in a good mood.

"Um, Mami-nee." Kaname Madoka was being led forward carefully by Tomoe Mami's hand when she suddenly called out to Tomoe Mami, "I've thought a lot about the wish too."

With Kyubey by Madoka's side during this time, the girl's heart has mostly turned towards becoming a magical girl, and she has been thinking about what wish she would make if she were to become a magical girl.

This was a precious opportunity that only came once, and Madoka Kaname didn't want to waste it, but to be honest, she didn't know what she wanted.

"Have you made a decision yet?" Mami Tomoe asked.

“Yes, but…” Kaname Madoka hesitated, “I might make Asami angry because my ideas are too naive.”

What wish do you want to have fulfilled?

“I’ve never had any particular strengths or talents, nothing to be proud of. I think I probably won’t be able to help anyone in the future, and will only cause trouble. I hate this, but there’s nothing I can do about it.” Madoka Kaname sincerely revealed her inner thoughts.

"However, after meeting Asami-nee, you showed me how to fight for others and told me that maybe I could do the same thing, which made me incredibly happy."

"So if I become a magical girl, my wish will be fulfilled. If even someone as useless as me can become someone useful to others and live with my head held high, that is my biggest dream."

That's what Madoka Kaname said.

Mami listened quietly as the two gradually ventured deeper into the barrier, approaching the witch's location step by step.

What a good child.

Haga Mayumi thought so.

Madoka Kaname's ideas may be considered naive, but they are also pure and kind enough to fit Mayumi Haga's positive impression of magical girls.

Fighting with this mindset will make you an extraordinary person.

But the premise is that the magical girls in this world are not a hoax.

“It will be tough,” Mami Tomoe said, releasing Madoka Kaname’s hand. “You’ll get hurt, and you won’t have time for romance or play.”

She didn't turn around, so Madoka Kaname couldn't see her expression.

"But even so, I admire Mami's indomitable spirit." Madoka Kaname delivered the direct message.

“I’m not someone worth admiring at all…” Mami Tomoe stopped in her tracks, her voice trembling slightly, clearly revealing suppressed emotions. “I’m just forcing myself to put on an act. Even when I’m sad and scared, there’s no one to confide in. I can only cry alone…”

She paused, then raised her voice: "Being a magical girl is no good job."

Madoka Kaname said, "Asami-nee is no longer alone."

“...Yes, that’s true.” Mami Tomoe said softly.

She turned around abruptly and took Madoka Kaname's hands in hers. Only then did the latter see that her reliable senior's eyes were already filled with tears.

"Will you really fight alongside me from now on? Will you always be by my side?"

Faced with Mami Tomoe's almost trembling plea, Madoka Kaname's answer was:

"Yes, if I may."

The two reached an agreement at this moment, and Mami Tomoe, who had been pretending to be calm and composed, finally showed her vulnerable side.

She wiped away her tears and said with a smile, "This is really troublesome. I still have to keep pretending to be a senior. I guess I'm not good enough after all."

Madoka Kaname also smiles.

"However, this is a rare opportunity, so you should think of a wish." Mami Tomoe snapped out of her reverie. Since she had worked so hard for Kyubey, how could she not make a wish?

Even a big cake for the post-battle celebration is better than nothing.

The two discussed excitedly, while Mayumi Haga remained silent and continued to follow along.

Then suddenly Mami Tomoe picked him up.

Haga Mayumi looked confused:?

"After this battle is over, let's go back and have a party! To celebrate the formation of my magical girl group with Kaname-san, and to welcome Feather into my family~" Mami Tomoe didn't forget the stray cat she had just picked up a few days ago.

She has been keeping an eye on missing cats in the neighborhood for the past few days, but none of the original owners have come forward.

The upcoming arrival of a magical girl junior keeps her very busy every day, and this still unresolved matter is a great concern for her.

Now that Madoka Kaname has decided to become her companion, everything is finally settled. She also has a well-behaved and obedient cat, so of course she has to throw a party to celebrate.

Side Story: Mayumi Haga and Madoka Magica: Madoka Magica Episode 13 - Her head is gone, but she's still alive (meaningful).

However, no matter how happy you are, you can't forget about the important matters at hand.

Mami Tomoe barely managed to suppress her thoughts, which had clearly drifted to several hours in the future. She happily put down Mayumi Haga and then excitedly wanted to find the witch as soon as possible to end the battle.

At the same time, Mami heard Kyubey's urging voice: "Mami! Hatching has begun, hurry up!"

It's not a time to be delayed on the road.

Mami Tomoe replied crisply, "Okay, I understand. Let me finish this quickly today."

His words revealed a high level of fighting spirit that anyone could hear.

After transforming, Mami Tomoe used a magic ribbon to envelop Madoka Kaname and Mayumi Haga, who were in a safe place, and then rushed directly towards the center of the barrier's magic.

—My body feels so light.

This is the first time I've fought with such a joyful feeling.

She used her magic without restraint, and wherever her gaze fell, all enemies were easily crushed by her powerful magic.

There's nothing to be afraid of anymore.

—Because I am no longer alone.

After dealing with the familiar blocking their way, Mami Tomoe landed in front of Madoka Kaname, took her hand, and ran forward, with Mayumi Haga following behind them.

Pushing open the small door shaped like a wafer biscuit, the two arrived at the very center of the witch's barrier, where the newly hatched witch was located.

Compared to the brighter colors on the outside, the deepest hues are more somber and oppressive.

Sayaka Miki and Kyubey have been waiting here for a long time.

"Sorry to keep you waiting," Mami Tomoe said to Sayaka Miki.

Miki Sayaka breathed a sigh of relief and smiled, "Great, we made it in time."

Mami Tomoe caught up with the witch's hatching, and now, the newborn witch is about to emerge.

It was a small, cute, doll-like witch. She looked smaller and lighter than usual witches, and floated down to sit on a tall chair.

【The Snack Witch】is characterized by her obsession.

The next second, the high stool where the snack witch was sitting was snapped in two by Mami Tomoe: "Sorry! I want to finish you off in one go!"

The witch fell without any resistance, and was then hit hard by Mami Tomoe's magic flintlock pistol, sending her flying against the wall.

Mami Tomoe followed up with a few more shots, and the Snack Witch ate them all, rolling to the ground.

She stepped forward and pressed the gun against the Snack Witch's head.

"boom!"

Just one last push, and it'll be over.

With things progressing so smoothly, Sayaka Miki, who had been quite nervous, started cheering: "Yay!"

The witch's body was lifted up by the magical ribbons. Mami Tomoe gathered the magical ribbons she had prepared beforehand onto the flintlock pistol in her hand, infused it with magic, and activated her ultimate move: "Tiro Finale!"

The massive musket, imbued with a vast amount of magic, unleashed astonishing power in an instant. The magical ribbons that served as bullets pierced directly through the witch's body and bound her tightly.

This move, which can be used as a finishing move, is not only incredibly powerful, but also consumes an astonishing amount of magic power. After using it, Mami Tomoe is prone to falling into a weakened state due to exhaustion.

Just when everyone thought the dust had settled, an unexpected change occurred.

The witch, who had suffered a fatal wound, suddenly had her head begin to swell!

Before the others could react, Mami Tomoe, exhausted from overexertion, was already in a weakened state, a smile still lingering on her face. The large black worm that had burst out of the witch's mouth—no, it should be said that it was the second stage of the witch's molting after suffering a fatal injury—was now right in front of Mami Tomoe.

The witch opened her blood-red maw at Mami Tomoe.

Just as she was about to die, Mami Tomoe's vision seemed to slow down, revealing the witch's hideous face and massive, black maw in exquisite detail—

—A completely invisible black shadow suddenly flashed before her eyes.

It's a cat!

Mayumi Haga, in her cat form, was at full speed. Realizing that Mami Tomoe had underestimated her opponent and something was wrong, she was already prepared to save the day.

All I saw was a big cat weighing about 20 pounds pounce, trying to push Mami away, but it was too light and couldn't move much.

Half of his body was now within the witch's attack range; if he closed his mouth, he would be bitten in half.

No problem, there's a Plan B.

Mayumi Haga has a very clear understanding of the matter of "saving Chin Mami".

Mami Tomoe wears her main body on her head, just like her Guardian Core; as long as it doesn't break, it doesn't matter what happens to her body.

So when the cat realized it couldn't push Mami away, it immediately changed its target, biting off the Soul Gem from Mami's head and holding it in its mouth.

All of this happened in less than half a second. The witch's mouth closed, accompanied by the sound of bones breaking. Mami Tomoe's body twitched twice, and then her headless corpse fell to the ground.

The cat was reduced to half its body; the upper half flew out like food scraps being sprayed out. The witch ignored the body, which had no magical power.

The witch preferred Mami Tomoe's magically powerful body; the Soul Gem should be hidden on her person.

However, even though the witch ate Mami's remaining body and chewed it carefully, she still couldn't find the delicious Soul Gem.

The fact that their powerful and reliable senior was ambushed and killed by the enemy shocked Madoka Kaname and Sayaka Miki.

For two high school students, witnessing the death of an acquaintance was still too shocking.

But Cupid's tone suddenly became urgent: "You two! Quickly sign the contract with me!"

Kyubey had a good plan. It originally intended to lure Madoka Kaname into signing a contract. Now that Mami Tomoe, who could protect the two, was dead, the only way for the two to survive was to sign a contract with Kyubey and become magical girls.