''Darkness summoning magic begins by drawing a magic circle and summoning a target. It is said that what is summoned is completely random and depends on the quality of the magic power and the quality of the sorcerer himself, but I don't know if this is true or not.

　In the backyard of the Silver Moon, Yumina draws a large magic circle on the ground. With a book in one hand, she draws the intricate patterns as if she were carving them with chalk. This chalk is said to be made from compressed pieces of magic stone.

''And if you can make a contract with the thing you summoned, you'll be successful, but to make a contract, you need to drink the other person's conditions. It depends on the other party, from the easy ones to the ones that seem absolutely impossible. When I signed a contract with these kids, my condition was that they had to feed me a full meal.

　When Yumina finished drawing the magic circle, she stroked the head of the one silver wolf she had called up earlier. This individual with a cross pattern on his forehead is the silver wolf that Yumina contracted with. The other silver wolf that I called up recently seems to be a subordinate that follows this leader. By the way, his name is 'Silva'. Twist it more.
　It seems that if you make a contract with a higher-ranking monster, you can use its subordinates as well. That lizardman user who attacked Suu probably made a contract with some sort of herd leader.

'If the conditions are not met, the thing you summoned will leave. And it will never appear to the same person again. You only get one chance to make a contract.

　I see. A once-in-a-lifetime encounter, eh? ...not quite?

Isn't it dangerous? Wouldn't they just attack you out of nowhere?
''They can't exist over here from within the magic circle without a contract, so it's fine. And all long-range attacks are also prevented by the magic circle barrier. But that's not the case when a summoner enters. There are some individuals who want to fight and show their strength.

　Hmm, that's a lot of stuff. Well, when you're challenged by someone who is unlikely to win, you can just politely leave. It might be a waste of time.

''The summoned beasts that are called over here have nothing to do with the person's magical abilities, right?
''Yes. There are quite a few stories of complete novices calling up high-level demonic beasts.

　So there's a chance for me, then. I'm going to have to take a chance.

"Let's give it a try anyway.

　Standing in front of the completed magic circle, he punched his hands together and got fired up. He then concentrated the dark attribute magic power and gathered it into the center of the magic circle. Little by little, a black fog filled the inside of the magic circle and suddenly, an explosive magic power was born.

''Are you the one who summoned me?''

　Before I knew it, the black fog had cleared and a large white tiger had appeared in the magic circle. Was this guy the one that sounded like that now?　Sharp eyes and intimidation. Sharp fangs and claws. Another great one has emerged........ I can feel a wave of magical power rattling through the air. It's not just a simple tiger.

"This intimidating, white tiger........it can't be the White Emperor.......!
"How do you know me?

　Jirori and the white tiger hug the silver wolf behind me and glare at Yumina, who is crouched down. Silva, the silver wolf, also curls his tail, his ears down, and seems frightened. Well, it's scary to be stared at by a tiger. Ah, now I'm the "tiger at the front gate, wolf at the back gate"! I don't care.

"I hope you don't stare at me too much. You're freaking me out.
''........You are unconcerned. To be able to stand in the presence of my eyes and magic is interesting.
'It took me by surprise at first. It's not so bad once you get used to it. So what is the White Emperor, Yumina?

　Yumina is looking at me, trying to speak in a trembling voice, trying to say something. But it doesn't come out in a voice. Perhaps it's because of the intimidation caused by this magical power.

'Hey, stop that. You're not going to get anywhere. I don't think it's very commendable to threaten the weak, do you?
Well done.

　When I protested to the white tiger, the intimidating feeling that had been released in a huff disappeared. What a guy who knows what he's talking about.

''So, Yumina. ''What's the White Emperor?''
I'm one of the four best summoned beasts in the world. The Guardian of the West and the Great Dao, the King of Beasts... not a Hexenbiest, but a Divine Beast.

　Still trembling, Yumina falteringly replied. It's a divine beast. It would be interesting if they were God's pet or something.

So what do I have to do to get a contract with you?
"...make a deal with me? You've been licked by a lot of people, haven't you?
Just tell me anyway, and if you can't, I'll give up.
Hmm....

　The white tiger stared at us, twitched his nose, and then lightly tilted his head.

''It's strange.... I sense some strange power from you. A spirit blessing........no, higher than that......what is this?''

　Spirit blessing? Unfortunately, I don't know any spirits.

''Okay, let's see the quality and quantity of your magic power. You must make a contract with me, a divine beast. An insignificant amount of magical power is useless with half-hearted magical power.
Magic?
'Yes. Touch me and pour your magic into me. Just until the magic power is exhausted. If you have the minimum quality and quantity, I'll consider a contract.'

　Hmph, the tiger seemed to laugh. I'll think about it, isn't that a promise?
　However, it's a tiger with a lot of disturbing things to say. Does the depletion of magic power mean that you have zero MP in a game or something? I guess I won't be able to use magic for a while. When I say just in time, does that mean I should pour in until MP1?
　Well, to begin with, is magic power supposed to decrease...? I've never felt it before when I've used it. Linse said before that I have a lot of magic power, but I guess that's why.
　For now, I walk over to the magic circle and touch the white tiger's forehead with the palm of my hand. Oh, it's fluffy.

''Do you want me to just let the magic power flow?
Yeah. Flow at once. Let's see what your magic power is. I'll tell you first, if your magic power is depleted and you fall down, there's no deal.

　Hmmm, I don't want to sign up for that much, and if I get sick in the process, I'll stop.

Okay, then, let's go?

　Concentrate your magic power and let it flow slowly from your palm to the tiger. Yeah, I don't feel like I'm going crazy or anything.

''M... this... what is this... what is this clear quality of magic power...!

　The tiger said something like that. Well, Linse said something like that too. Anyway.... It looks fine, so let's flush it all out. I'll increase the amount of magic flowing into the tiger.

"Nuh-uh! W...what?

　Hmm, I still don't know what it feels like to have less magic. Do I need to flow more? I'll increase it even more.

''Fugu.........this is.......wait a minute...!

　I still don't know. More to come.

'Wha........wait......no more........uuuhhhh...!

　Increase further. .........Ah, I feel like it's getting a little tougher. Is this the sensation of decreasing magic power?

'....also...stop...please...!
Mr. Winter's Night!

　When I looked at the tiger in front of me at the sound of Yumina's voice, I saw it twitching, foaming at the mouth and peeling its eyes white. It's not a bad idea to be forced to stand with your head in the palm of your hand, even though your legs are wobbling, but it's still standing.
　I hurriedly stopped channeling my magic power and let go of my hand, and the tiger fell limply to the ground.

''Huh?''

　I wonder if it's not good. Should I cast a recovery spell on her?　He's twitching and twitching and his tongue is hanging out.

"Come light, restful healing, cure-heels.

　I decided to let it recover for now. Eventually, when the light returned to the white tiger's eyes, it stood up with a wobble and came towards me.

''I want to ask you one thing... with the amount of magic power you had earlier, did you still have room to spare?''
Hmm? No, it's not like I can afford it, it's just a little bit less. I mean, that's, like, already recovered.
"What...

　The tiger exclaimed. I see, the reason I didn't feel the consumption of magic power was because it was more than recovered. Convinced.

''So, about the contract...''
May I have your name, please?
"? Fuyao Mochizuki. Oh, my name is Fuyoru.

　He turned his eyes curiously to the tiger, who suddenly changed his tone, and the tiger quietly bowed his head.

''Mochizuki Fuyao-sama. I have seen that you are worthy of my Lord. I beg you to enter into a master-slave contract with me.''

　Oh, the white tiger is now my friend.

What's the deal?
"Name me. It will be the sign of the covenant. Let it be the wedge that I exist in this world.
'The name... hmmm...'

　A tiger. White tiger. Well......

Kohaku. How about some amber?
"Amber?
"Write this.

　I will write "Amber" on the ground.

'This is the tiger, and this is the white, and the one beside it means king.
"The White Tiger, standing beside the King. It's a fitting name for me. Thank you. Please call me Amber from now on.

　Apparently, the contract was complete. Ember walked out of the magic circle with a slither and came to this side.

''.........Amazing, Fuyao-san....... To make a contract with the 《White Emperor》........''
"Girl, I am no longer the White Emperor. You can call me Amber.
'Oh, yes. Amber.

　Amber, modified by 《White Emperor》, called out to Yumina, who was mumbling in a daze. Behind Yumina, Silver Wolf Silva was still frightened, but when he noticed Ember's gaze, he hurriedly disappeared into Yumina's shadow.

''Lord, I have one request.''
What?
"I would like to ask your permission for me to be present on this side at all times.
"? What do you mean?
Normally, a sorcerer needs his magic power to call us and keep us in existence. Therefore, if we continue to exist, our magic will eventually wear off and we will disappear. That's the norm. However, the Lord's magic power hasn't decreased much since a while ago. I'm wondering if it's okay for him to always be on our side.

　Ah, maybe the amount of magic power that naturally recovers is higher than the amount of magic power that maintains the existence of Amber. Well, I don't mind as long as it doesn't interfere with anything....

I don't mind continuing to exist, but as expected, having a big tiger roaming the streets is a bit...
"Hmm... so let's get in shape.
What?

　As soon as he said it, with a clunk, Amber changed her figure into a child tiger. Is it possible to do that?
　It's about the size of a small dog. Its limbs are short and thick, and its tail is thick. It is minus 100% intimidating and plus 100% cute.
　It's so cute that I can't help but pick it up. Ooooh, fluffy. I'm really glad I summoned Amber, I really thought at this time that I was glad to summon her from my heart.

''I don't think this appearance will be conspicuous.''

　Oooh, I talked. Even cuter.

'It's not inconspicuous, but I guess it's okay.
Thank you. Then I'll look like this, giggles!
Oh, she's so cute...!

　Yumina snatches the amber from my hand and hugs it tightly. I'm not going to be able to get rid of it.

It's not a good idea to let go of it! What's the matter with you?
''Oh, you haven't introduced yourself yet, my name is Yumina. I'm Fuyao-san's wife.
"The Lord's wife!

　I feel like it's valuable to have a face that surprises the tiger. I mean, it's still a different wife.
　For a while, Ember was frustrated by Yumina's nudging around, but she decided to have her endure.
　Ember also felt uncomfortable disobeying the girl who claimed to be the Lord's wife, but after a while, she stopped resisting and did as she was told.
　Eventually, when Yumina was satisfied with her muffling, this time Else and the others appeared, and she was in the same state of Yumina as before. This time it was a triple stroke.

'Ah, Lord! Please do something!'
Take it easy. It'll pass.
Oh, no!

　This is how we got a new friend. Also known as a mascot.
　When everyone is satisfied with Fluffy, I will be allowed to do the same.
　I listen to Amber's screams and look up at the sky. It's another beautiful day.
　God is in heaven, and all is well with the world.