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.

hand on Adonis' other shoulder and smiled fiercely at the

because we trust you, Adonis. Our faith isn't

glow from Adonis' eyes as

"R-really…?"

Hero's face. It seemed like he wanted Rey's words to be true, but he didn't want to risk believing

know about others, but… you're the reason I decided to stay behind. Because I trust you. I think it's the same for everyone else, at least to some

"I see…"

on his shoulder, though his series of actions were weird due to the height gap between

pretended not to notice the awkwardness of Rey's actions, though, and only focused on the intentions behind

you're weaker than Ralyks, then there's only one thing you can do…

just get stronger!" Adonis clenched

two stared at each other, trapped in a world

would hug Rey. The latter subtly pulled away,

his throat as he

smiled at the awkward Rey and nodded

They mean a lot more to

a bright smile on his face as

"Thanks as well."

certain someone clenched his fist and finally had the courage to utter his first words since they began their journey

both of

the corridor, instantly sullying the moment

Billy, who was staring at the ground with a bitter expression

Rey…" He slowly looked at

how I treated you. I don't even

brows were crinkled upward and his lips trembled

clear that he meant

that power get into my head. I shouldn't have gone that far with Ali… I mean,

said was

won't ask for forgiveness or anything, but… I'll try to be

the air, someone began

other than

that you've admitted your errors. It means you

on Billy's shoulder and smiled at him with a

speak for everyone and forgive you on their behalf. However, we're still young.

Billy's tears began

from them and growing. I'm happy I gave you enough time to yourself so you could fully understand your

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

and cast a sympathetic smile upon the crying

upset. But

*******

'Urgh…'

the two boys seemed locked in the

the positive energy and overflowing emotions were also too much for the

wanted

You can be better. Redeem yourself with actions and not words alone. For it was your action

to the

Thankfully.

made a great first step, Billy. Keep it up, man. We need you now more

won't let