"..."
The Golden Wolf's gaze grew even colder, and her Golden Wolf body crouched slightly.
Even if her movement patterns were predicted, if her strength was sufficient, so-called techniques would be meaningless, because she could—before your body could react—
Kill you!
A golden streak of light once again swept through the air.
This time, the speed was indescribably fast.
If one had to make a comparison, it was like a human facing a bullet fired from a gun.
Even if one knew the other party had fired, one still couldn't dodge.
Because the speed was simply too fast!
"Bang!!!"
The sound of a body hitting the ground rang out.
An unbelievable scene unfolded: the pouncing Golden Wolf, as if actively offering herself, was caught by the prepared Aozaki Touko by the neck and one front paw, and then, with that momentum, Aozaki Touko performed an over-the-shoulder throw on the Golden Wolf.
The Golden Wolf's body slammed heavily onto the ground, causing the earth to indent, and the thick pile of fallen leaves was sent flying into the sky, drifting down like golden snow.
"Second Stage, Power Release!"
Aozaki Touko looked down at the Golden Wolf: "It liberates the power of the human body, granting incredibly terrifying strength. Even crushing diamonds bare-handed is possible!"
"Don't... take me for a delicate maiden!"
The body, after undergoing the Second Stage release, possessed strength not inferior to top martial arts masters. Although it was through magical means that the physical strength was released, the attacks unleashed were undoubtedly the pure explosive power of the body.
Her current situation was like a vessel filled with water; although the internal power was magic, what was outwardly displayed was the vessel, which is to say, the power of the physical body.
Therefore, she could bypass the Golden Wolf's crushing power derived from the Age of Gods' mystery.
"..."
The Golden Wolf got up from the ground, her entire body aching with severe pain.
This sensation was strange and new to her, even causing her some fear and confusion.
In short... the emotions surging within her were very odd.
She was a perfect creature; ever since she gained consciousness... no, it should be said, ever since she was born, she had realized that she was "one of the strongest creatures."
However, just now...
She had been knocked down by a young girl.
An unbelievable scene.
A Magician with whom she had extremely poor compatibility.
Clearly... the mystery possessed by humans was insignificant to her.
But, she had actually been knocked over bare-handed!
"...H-how is this possible!"
Looking at the smiling woman.
The Golden Wolf felt somewhat incredulous, but she understood one thing.
This woman... no, it should be 'abnormality' instead.
She could kill her!
"...Well... are you going to surrender?"
Aozaki Touko looked up at the frightened Golden Wolf, revealing a gentle smile.
The so-called Golden Wolf... was actually just an immature child. Regarding this, whether in her past life or witnessing it now, she had confirmed this fact without exception.
Towards a child, she chose to adopt a gentle attitude.
"..."
The Golden Wolf snapped out of her fear, looking at the woman with the gentle smile.
Her body, which was still in pain, suddenly felt better, or rather, it had already healed long ago.
The pain that had lingered was merely the residue of fear!
However, the moment she saw this woman's smile, she understood one thing:
This woman would not kill her; she was not an enemy.
"...I surrender!"
The Golden Wolf was silent for a moment, then decisively admitted.
She had indeed lost without a doubt. The moment her moves were seen through and she was knocked to the ground by that woman, the fact that she had no hope of winning was confirmed.
"Beo... you will be glad of this later!"
Aozaki Touko showed a satisfied smile, then her expression turned serious:
"Now, it is time to form the contract!"
She reached out and stroked the Golden Wolf's forehead, imprinting her crest, and during this process, the Golden Wolf offered no resistance, allowing it to be completed with such ease!
"...Touko, you called me Beo, is that the name you gave me?"
Beo stroked her forehead, asking with a hint of curiosity.
Although she didn't particularly care about names, since it would be her owner's future address for her,
She should pay a little attention!
"Yes... that's what I'll call you from now on!"
Aozaki Touko looked up at the tall Beo and said, "However, Beo, you should be able to transform into a human form, right?!"
"Yes!"
Beo nodded obediently.
Then she transformed into Aozaki Touko's appearance.
"...Don't be exactly like me."
Seeing this, Aozaki Touko's mouth twitched.
To be honest, Beo's transformation ability was quite strong; it even gave her the feeling of looking in a mirror.
However, she couldn't be happy... "...Alright!"
Hearing this, Beo paused slightly, then thought for a moment.
Then, her physique changed again, becoming a delicate loli with blonde hair and green eyes.
"Is this okay?"
She looked up, with an inquiring expression.
"Hmm... good!"