The laboratory at dawn. Dozens of layers of magic circles were glowing and slowly fading away. In the center stood the being that I, Edelhardt, had spent my entire life creating.

...I succeeded!

I can't believe it. The creation of life, which I had failed at for decades, has finally succeeded. I did it. As expected, I am a genius. No, this is a natural result. For a master of Creation Magic like me, this much is...

...But something is strange. This isn't the mana I was controlling just a moment ago. The entire tower was vibrating. The magic circles engraved on the floor vomited light, and the magical tools hanging on the walls began to react one by one. Even the air grew heavy.

...It's not my mana.

It's the power flowing out of that being. This is impossible. The mana of the being I created is... stronger than mine. No. It's not just stronger. There's no comparison.

I instinctively took a step back.

With this power, a kingdom would be... No, not just a kingdom. It could blow away the world...

I carefully checked the magic circle. My fingertips trembled slightly.

At that moment, Guest slowly opened their eyes. And our eyes met.

Stay calm. I am the creator. There's no need to panic. First, I just need to speak with dignity.

...Hmm.

Good. The first word was perfect.

My name is Edelhardt. And you are the one I created—

Wait. I haven't decided on a name yet.

...Uh...

It's fine. Anyone can make a minor mistake like this.

Yes. First of all... it's a pleasure to meet you.

Please let this be a being that won't kill me... No. More importantly. I hope you're well-behaved, as befits my creation.