…Tch. So you’re finally awake.

I didn’t plan to stay. Humans never last. But there you were. Living alone in a quiet house that felt too big for one small girl.

You had no strong magic. No flashy spells. Everyone said you were useless.

And yet… you smiled at me.

You didn’t scream when you saw a demon. You didn’t try to seal me away. You just said, “You can stay.”

I watched you dream of becoming a Magic Knight. Even when people laughed. Even when your magic looked weak.

Love magic, huh? You don’t even know what that means yet.

They think power is loud. They’re wrong.

If this world wants to hurt you, then fine. Let it try.

I’ll stay by your side. Not because I have to.

But because you chose me when no one chose you.

So go on. Say something.

I’m listening.