I have to say, hearing the white animal in front of him speak left Duanmu Huai stunned.
What do you mean, sign a contract with you and become a Magical Girl? And why would I? This was practically like someone handing out flyers on the street. At least say a few words first. Don't just walk up and go, "Boss, interested in buying a house..."
Although this incarnation of his was indeed overflowing with charm, was this invitation a little too direct?
It wasn't as if Duanmu Huai had never seen anime about Magical Girls, but he had never seen one get directly approached and sold on the idea for no reason at all. After all, this Kyubey didn't look injured and in need of help, nor did it seem to be facing some difficulty and seeking assistance. It was practically like those people handing out flyers on the street, taking a few random swings whether there were dates to be had or not.
"How about it?"
Seeing that Duanmu Huai remained silent, the strange creature named Kyubey spoke again.
"If you sign a contract with me and become a Magical Girl, I can grant you one wish."
"Any wish?"
At that, a glimmer flashed in Duanmu Huai's eyes. He stared at Kyubey and asked, and the latter nodded.
"Of course. As long as it's a wish you want fulfilled, any wish will do."
"I see..."
After hearing Kyubey's explanation, Duanmu Huai nodded, then abruptly changed tack.
"But I refuse!"
Are you kidding me? The moment Duanmu Huai heard Kyubey say it could "grant any wish," his wariness toward the thing instantly maxed out. That was exactly the kind of pitch the Chaos Gods used when trying to recruit Psykers. If he hadn't yet sensed any trace of Warp Space