The phrase "at home" isn't just a polite expression; there really is something at home.
First, Lisana can use Receiving Magic to turn into a white tabby catgirl, but that mostly just involves petting.
What's important is that Mira not only transforms but also has a catgirl costume hidden in her wardrobe.
These things are something she'll indulge in when she's in a good mood with her husband.
Rhode is simply heartbroken now, having lost a tsundere kitty he could pet.
Tsundere cats are the funniest, but unfortunately, it turned into a catgirl.
However, the growth of companions is worth noting, and Rhode was still curious about Carla's abilities in her Combat Form.
"Overall, both Power and Magic Power have increased, and the ability to control Foreknowledge Magic is stronger as well." As she spoke, Carla demonstrated, "For example, someone will approach, and then Natsu and Hapi will burst through the door."
She now properly uses Hapi's name, though she still often calls him "tomcat" directly.
"I can predict that kind of future without Divination Magic."
"I can predict that kind of future without Divination Magic."
Rhode was genuinely surprised this time because Carla said the same line in sync with him, even mimicking his actions.
"You've gotten this powerful?"
"It's not that exaggerated," Carla explained, "To precisely foresee someone's every move is still difficult; it requires a lot of Magic Power and intense concentration."
"Even so, it's quite impressive," Mira commented, "In battles, sometimes just seeing through the opponent's move once can decide the outcome directly."
"Indeed," Rhode nodded, this was like the Observation Haki from the neighboring set, and it was of the highest level.
Carla was pleased, thinking that now she could truly protect Wendy.
Just as she prophesied, companions quickly gathered around, curiously watching Carla's form.
Due to her extreme cuteness, the compliments were endless.
Outside the crowd, Gajeel was arrogantly eating his spicy fried screws, grumpily saying, "What's so special about this? My Li Li could transform long ago."
Li Li was far more mature than his partner, and commented, "Not surprisingly, as the child of Queen Shargate, having this Power before turning ten is remarkable."
Li Li's usual physique often made people overlook his age unknowingly.
In fact, he should be older than Mystogan, and critiquing Carla from a senior's stance wasn't amiss.
Gajeel pondered, "Isn't that Queen really weak? She only has one wing. How does the kitten's strength relate to her?"
"I've heard a rumor. When Queen Shargate laid the egg, the Life Energy inside was very weak, possibly struggling to survive."
The little black cat had a look of admiration, "So the Queen sacrificed one of her wings to perform a Magic to protect the child. I believe that Carla, born with such love, will definitely not be weak."
Gajeel initially considered suggesting a showdown since the white cat also mastered a Combat Form.
But now, he couldn't say it, and just stuffed a bunch of screws into his mouth.
Bam! The guild's door was once again kicked open by Natsu: "I want a flame combo meal!"
"Aye! I want steamed fish..."
The man and cat noticed everyone crowded together, apparently for something important.
Natsu struggled to push through the crowd, while Hapi flew directly over.
"Huh?" Hapi couldn't recognize Carla, and asked in confusion, "A new member?"
Carla initially found it a hassle but got interested upon seeing Hapi: "Yo, tomcat, can't recognize me?"
"That voice..." Hapi's eyes landed on the white cat ears atop Carla's head and the tail with a pink ribbon bow behind her.
Upon closer inspection, her clothes seemed similar to what Carla usually wore, just in a bigger size.
Hapi's brain worked at high speed, and he pressed his cheeks in shock: "Huh~~~~~Carla?!!"
Carla crossed her arms: "It's me."
"But... why?!" Hapi felt like he'd been struck by a thunderbolt on a sunny day.
"This is the result of my training," Carla approached slightly, asking, "How about you?"
"I..." Hapi couldn't find the words, although his Magic Power had also increased, and his flight skills had been practiced daily, he hadn't changed as much as Carla.
More importantly, Carla's humanoid form didn't fit his aesthetic!
Hapi couldn't understand: "Why did it turn out this way? Why did it turn out this way?"
Lidas shared Hapi's sentiment: "I don't think it should be this way either."
As he said this, he pulled out an illustration: "It should be like this instead."
The drawing depicted Li Li and Hapi as muscular demon cats, with Carla as a statuesque cat-head woman.
"Turning into that... would be kind of creepy, wouldn't it?" Carla found it hard to accept, "And why should Li Li grow up?"
Mira took the drawing for a closer look, stroking her cheek with one hand, she said, "Isn't it quite cute? I think..."
"No cat heads, absolutely no cat heads!" Rhode placed his hands on Mira's shoulders and shook her forcefully, trying to stop his wife's daring idea.
"Alright, alright~" Mira reluctantly set the drawing down, tidying her hair disturbed by Rhode's shaking.
Just for a moment, she wanted to tease Rhode, but seeing his intense reaction, she decided against it.
It's said that it can be troublesome if men develop psychological issues in this area...
Can't gamble with future happiness.
After some commotion, Carla finally felt it was enough of a hassle, quickly reverting back to her cat form.
Without the cat-eared beauty to admire, everyone dispersed.
Later, Lucy arrived late, accompanied by Lisana.
The two sat down to chat with Reby for a while, then suddenly stood up, palms on the table: "What?! Carla can turn human now?"
They had only been half an hour late than usual, what exactly had they missed?
The duo wanted to ask Carla about it but suddenly heard Mira calling for Lisana and Rhode calling for Lucy.
The Demon Couple's Summons took priority over satisfying curiosity.
Two poor girls had to go see what was up.
Mira had no urgent matter calling Lisana, just inviting her for fruit and asking, "How did you sleep last night?"
"Very well, Lucy's bed is comfortable," Lisana answered while freely eating fruit, and mentally added, sleeping with Lucy was much better than with her sister.
While Lucy also holds people in her sleep, it's at least not to a suffocating extent.
Rhode, on the other hand, showed some intelligence to Lucy, asking, "Have you heard of Saint Dopia?"