"Of course..."
"If you agree to become my summoning beast, then you and I will have a partnership of equals."
"After I summon you, if you find yourself facing an enemy or danger you can't handle, you can end the summoning at any time."
"And you can make requests. As long as they're reasonable, I'll do my best to meet them."
"For example, your usual meals probably aren't very good, right? I could prepare dozens of whole cows roasted with cumin for you... Or, if you prefer another flavor, I can make that too!" Souya changed tack, a wide grin spreading across his face.
A big stick in hand, sweet words on your lips—you can go anywhere without a worry. This proverb applied to most intelligent creatures!
Moments ago, under Souya's threats, Garaga had been furious, carrying himself with such grim resolve that he looked ready to die with Souya—or even take his own life on the spot. But now he had calmed down.
His yellow eye flickered uncertainly. At just the right moment, Souya waved one hand, and the sand fist gripping Garaga vanished, crumbling into grains that danced in the wind and drifted into the air.
"I'll give you fifteen minutes to think it over. If you don't agree, I'll have to assume you've chosen the second option!"
Souya tossed out the words casually, then lay back on Gold Cloud, resting his hands behind his head and crossing his legs.
As his legs swung up and down, Gold Cloud began to change shape.
A thin pillar suddenly rose from the middle of Gold Cloud. When it reached about two meters high, its top spread outward in every direction.
A moment later, a bright golden parasol had formed above Gold Cloud.
Garaga began turning his enormous head, though he