The Contract with Usamof

From Akira's Perspective:

"Who are you?" one of my companions naturally asked.

"My name is Usamof. I'm known as a Wise Rabbit in another world," the creature replied.

"Why can you cast magic?"

"A great magician from another world brought me here and transformed me into a summoning beast."

"What's the name of this magician?"

"Doctor Aine Kleine."

"He's a renowned researcher, isn't he?"

While everyone else looked shocked, I was the only one feeling vague.

"Who's that? I've never heard of him."

"You've never heard of Doctor Aine?" They peered into my face with an expression that seemed to say it should be common knowledge.

"Doctor Aine Kleine was a famous researcher who ventured into forbidden magic involving swapping human bodies, which ultimately led to his expulsion from the academic community and a disgraced later life," someone explained.

"The doctor also researched magic to turn animals into summoning beasts. That's how I was created," Usamof added.

"I don't quite understand, but you're saying if we form a contract, I can summon and command you?"

"That's right. I've been wandering in search of a contractor."

The rabbit hurriedly pushed for a contract.

"Stop," cautioned a companion. "You can only make a contract with one summoning beast per person. If you contract with some unknown creature, you'll regret it for life."

"But... it's cute, isn't it?"

Trusting my gut, I decided.

"I've made up my mind! I'll form a contract with you!"

"If that's settled, then let's proceed quickly. Read this," Usamof said, handing me a scroll.

I read the contract spell and completed my agreement with Usamof.

We returned to the village dejected, unable to find the Byras.

"I'm back. Sorry, we didn't achieve much today."

However, Narsha was beaming.

"Congratulations, Akira!"

"Huh?"

"You've been accepted into Miravenia Magic School, albeit as an alternate."

It took me a few seconds to grasp what she meant.

"No way."

"Really! Ta-da!" Narsha presented me with the acceptance letter.

"Wow!" There it was, 'Accepted' written clearly.

"It's rare for someone from our remote village to get accepted. Let's celebrate tonight! It's going to be a feast!"

The village chief proudly ordered the young people to prepare for a grand celebration.

That night, village leaders from neighboring villages and strangers gathered with Byras meat, and we partied heartily.

Only then did I truly feel the significance of passing such a challenging exam.