An Extra’s POV

"So, how are the 'preparations' going?"

As Rey asked this question, Ater's lips broadened and a somewhat sadistic smile formed all over his face.

"They're going well. They should be ready by tomorrow. We can utilize them anytime after that."

"I was thinking of waiting for two or three more days before using them. It's not time yet." Rey responded, rubbing his chin.

"I understand. The beneficiaries aren't ripe yet, am I correct? You desire for them to acclimate a little more."

"Yes. You saw how they were today. They have a long way to go before the plan can be viable."

Ater nodded his head at his Master's wise words.

"You are correct."

While he didn't completely understand the rationale behind his Master's actions, Ater could see the reason behind this plan in particular.

It pleased him that his Master was the one behind it as well.

"I'm quite optimistic about it." Rey added, and Ater couldn't help but give a nod in approval.

They were both on the same page on that matter.

"This is just a tangent, but I guess being in the thick of it with them in today's Raid made me notice a few things about my classmates that I didn't know before." Rey chuckled a little.

He was able to see them very differently since he was paying very rapt attention to them.

It was a somewhat refreshing experience.

"If you so desire, we can create a scenario that will help you explore more of that tomorrow." Ater voiced his opinion, eager to please his master.

Rey narrowed his eyes as he heard what Ater said.

"I promise, it's nothing harmful. In fact, it could end up benefiting them."

"Hmm…" Rey clearly senses that Ater had no malevolent intent with his suggestion, so he knew he could trust him.

"Fine." He sighed. "But you'll have to tell me the details."

"Understood, Master."

the most important matters were

on his head, but he controlled himself while being watched

up some measure

Up despite killing a

head

slight sigh

me any kind of meaningful EXP talkless of helping

sounded disappointed—perhaps a little frustrated—as he voiced the

to

both suffered

They were too strong.

find stronger prey, it

perhaps as a means to get the lion's share of EXP, but

any EXP from

a lot more

the end, it was a waste on

about how things will play out in the future. I don't want to end up stuck at

heard there were other Dungeons in a bunch of other regions, so he began to wonder if he should go there after he was done with his current

think that's

thought, he went on to the

the most important one yet—with

out tonight—at least, that is how it's supposed to be if they're going to get

on letting them leave so early. He was simply going to

they had to put

around who are waiting to see Rebal and Kara leave the

believable number

Ater bowed his head and gave

"Oh, really?"

were to journey to the

her New Order would ambush Rebal or try to

then

had to

to be

going with him to the Dark Gathering in some safe and hidden place while only making it seem like they

I'll leave it up to you." Rey nodded at