An Extra’s POV

The Undead had the appearance of Lich from legend, even having a crooked style to go with its aesthetic. However, since its face was mostly obscured, it was difficult to tell its true identity.

Adonis cast a forlorn look on the Summon, saying nothing for a moment.

It forced Rey to speak.

"You mean the Undead?"

The Hero turned to give Rey a confused look, before bursting into a pleasant laugh that made his face appear even more handsome.

"Of course not, silly. I meant Sir Ralyks."

For a second or two, silence radiated among the boys. Rey opened his lips to make an "Ohhhh…" sound as Billy slightly nodded in agreement.

"Compared to him, am I really that strong?" Adonis chuckled as he shrugged.

"I'm not even confident in beating that Undead that he summoned. Not unless I go all-out."

Rey's eyes widened in surprise. It was clear what was currently afflicting Adonis.

—Inferiority Complex.

"To be honest, Rey… I don't even feel like a capable leader any longer. Whether it comes to strength or intelligence, he's ahead of me in every facet." Adonis gave a sad smile as he looked at Rey.

"I know I shouldn't be frustrated about it. It's for the greater good of mankind, but… sometimes I just can't help but feel envious."

It was difficult imagining Adonis being envious of anyone for anything at all.

He was incredibly handsome, intelligent, powerful, and most of all… he was very kind.

Everyone looked up to him.

Yet, no one could deny that Ralyks was definitely more intelligent and powerful than any of the Otherworlders.

No one knew what he looked like, but a lot of them expected to see an incredibly handsome man for some reason.

But, if there was something Adonis had over Ralyks, it was his most attractive trait.

"You're a better person than he is." Rey declared with a straight face.

"W-what?"

Adonis looked stunned by the words he heard from Rey, but the latter didn't back down. Instead, he doubled down on his declaration.

"You're very kind, Adonis. Even back on Earth, and now here… you always put everyone into consideration and ensure we are fine."

It was now Rey's turn to place his hand on Adonis' shoulder and smile.

"It's only thanks to you that we've been able to make it this far." As Rey uttered those words, Adonis' eyes began to grow moist.

"We aren't following Ralyks just because he is strong, you know? It's because you endorse him."

"What are you even saying, Rey?" Adonis chuckled as he tried to dismiss the boy's words.

Adonis' other shoulder and smiled fiercely at the

Ralyks. It is because we trust you, Adonis.

a spark began to glow from Adonis' eyes as Rey uttered

"R-really…?"

mixed look of relief and doubt played on the Hero's face. It seemed like he wanted Rey's words to be

about others, but… you're the reason I decided to stay behind. Because I trust you. I think it's the same for

"I see…"

his series of actions were weird due to the height gap between the two of

notice the awkwardness of Rey's actions, though, and only focused on the intentions behind

think you're weaker than Ralyks, then there's only one

stronger!" Adonis clenched his

his smile and nodded at him. The two stared at each other, trapped

to look so emotional that it appeared as though he would hug Rey. The latter subtly pulled away, preventing it from happening a second

throat as he awkwardly looked

smiled at the awkward Rey

words, Rey. They mean a lot more to me than you

shrugged, a bright

"Thanks as well."

chuckled, a certain someone clenched his fist and finally had the courage to utter his first words since they began their journey as a team of

sorry… both of

audible voice echoed within the corridor, instantly sullying the moment

at the ground with a

Rey…" He slowly looked at them, tears slowly falling from his

for how I acted, or how I treated you. I don't even expect you to forgive

crinkled upward and his lips trembled

he meant every single thing he

as a friend and let all that power get into my head. I shouldn't have gone that far with Ali… I mean,

said was greeted

for forgiveness or anything, but… I'll

words reverberated in the

none other than

good that you've admitted your errors. It means you have

a hand on Billy's shoulder and smiled at him

on their behalf. However, we're still young.

tears began to flow

is learning from them and growing. I'm happy I gave you enough time to yourself

thought you hated me and wanted nothing to do with me any

shook his head and cast a sympathetic smile upon the crying hunk of a

disappointed and reasonably upset. But I've never

*******

'Urgh…'

intense emotions wafted through the air, and while the two boys seemed locked in the moment,

and it was clear that all the positive energy and overflowing emotions were also too

wanted it to

Redeem yourself with actions and not words alone. For it was your

mind to the conversation,

Thankfully.

made a great first step, Billy. Keep it

won't let