"Wait… you want to become my familiar?" Leon asked, his brows furrowed in confusion.
"Yes," the Shadow Velmora replied, lowering its head in a respectful bow. "I promised an equal trade. Since you saved my life, I will serve you in return… as your familiar, Master."
"I see," Leon muttered, rubbing his chin. "Well then, how about you switch to your small cat form ?
I don't want everyone to see a huge monster walking with me everywhere."
"For that, Master must first give me a name. Only then will I be able to use magic again." The Velmora spoke with a neutral expression.
"A name, huh… I'm not really good at that," Leon said, thinking for a moment. "How about Dusk?"
"Thank you, Master." As soon as the Velmora accepted the name, a sudden wave of weakness hit Leon.
[-350 MP]
"Fucking hell…" he grunted, stumbling slightly as he clutched his forehead.
"Are you alright, Master? Would you like me to share my mana with you?" Dusk asked, concern in its tone.
[+102380 MP]