Chapter 10

"Alright, let's start the special training for magic."

I immediately suggested this.

"As you wish, Master. I will assist you."

In truth, I couldn't wait to start the special training for magic.

It felt like this moment had finally arrived!

"I think I'll start with the binding spell training as I mentioned this morning."

According to the grimoire 'Goetia,' the binding spell is a spell that immobilizes a demon when it tries to do something against the summoner's will.

"In that case, to make it clear when I'm immobilized, I'll keep moving. How about... dancing?"

With that, Ourobus started dancing.

It was an oddly sharp and precise dance.

This demon really is multi-talented.

Now, to start the training, I opened the page in the grimoire where the binding spell was written.

Then I began the incantation.

"---I, hereby, command you, the 55th Ourobus, strictly. I bind you. Remain in your place and take no action. Hear only my commands. If you do not obey me, I will curse you in my name and take everything from you."

Instantly, Ourobus, who had been dancing, froze.

Did it work?

"Ourobus, can you not move at all?"

"Yes, that's right..."

Ourobus said this and then started to focus.

Then, with a "Hnss!" as Ourobus exhaled through his nose, his body began to move again.

The binding had been released.

Ourobus started dancing again.

"I managed to break the binding by trying hard."

"Okay, let's try it one more time."

We tried it many times, but it didn't work well.

"Maybe I just don't have the talent."

I couldn't help but sigh.

"No, I don't think that's the case. I have never seen anyone as talented as you, Master."

"Why are you so sure?"

"Because you can summon me for more than half a day without any trouble. Normally, summoning a demon alone consumes a great deal of physical strength and magic, and some people even faint."

"Is that so?"

Hearing that, I felt a surge of confidence and motivation.

Alright, I focused and faced the binding spell again.

If it doesn't work no matter how many times I try, there must be something fundamentally wrong.

Right, Mr. Ludon said that when casting a spell, it's better to visualize it clearly in your mind.

What should I visualize in this case?

Binding... handcuffs, chains, ropes.

I'll visualize Ourobus being tied up and unable to move.

This time, I chanted the binding spell while visualizing that.

"Ugh..."

Ourobus showed a more intense reaction than before.

However,

"Hnnn!!"

There was a tearing sound, and the binding was released.

"It was definitely more intense this time..."

Ourobus's breathing was heavy.

Although the binding was released, it was clear that I was making progress.

But how can I make it even stronger?

There was one more thing Mr. Ludon taught me.

Close your eyes and feel the breath of the spirits.

In my case, it's a demon.

I closed my eyes.

Then, I felt the vast magic Ourobus was emitting on my skin.

But upon closer inspection, the magic was flowing like blood.

What if I stop this flow of magic?

I had a sudden thought.

Alright, let's try it.

I decided to do it and vividly imagined stopping the flow of magic like a dam blocking a river.

Then, I chanted the binding spell in that state.

"---!!"

Ourobus's expression became pained.

This time, I felt a sense of accomplishment.

Ourobus was so immobilized that he couldn't even speak.

"I'll allow you to speak."

When I gave permission, Ourobus started to move his mouth.

"Congratulations, Master. I can't move at all."

It seems I successfully mastered the binding spell perfectly.