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.

second hand on Adonis' other shoulder and

we stayed behind wasn't just because of Ralyks. It is because we trust you, Adonis. Our faith isn't on the Royal Council or

like a spark began to glow from Adonis' eyes

"R-really…?"

relief and doubt played on the Hero's face. It seemed like he wanted Rey's words

I decided to stay behind. Because I

"I see…"

series of actions were weird due

awkwardness of Rey's actions, though,

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

can just get stronger!" Adonis clenched

smile and nodded at him. The two stared at each other, trapped in a world

that it appeared as though he would hug Rey. The latter subtly pulled

his throat as he awkwardly

at the awkward

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

and shrugged, a bright smile on his

"Thanks as well."

both chuckled, a certain someone clenched his fist and finally had the courage to utter his first words since

sorry… both of

voice echoed within the corridor, instantly sullying the moment

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

sorry for all I've done. Adonis… Rey…" He slowly looked at them,

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

and his lips trembled

was clear that he meant every single thing he

my head. I shouldn't have gone that far

he said was greeted

anything, but… I'll try to be

the air,

was none other than the

you've admitted your errors. It means you have

on Billy's shoulder and smiled at him with

and forgive you on their

Billy's tears began to

enough time to yourself so you could fully

and wanted

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

was disappointed and reasonably upset. But I've

*******

'Urgh…'

through the air, and while the two boys

that all the positive energy and overflowing

just wanted it

actions and not words alone. For it was your action that caused

his mind to the conversation,

Thankfully.

step, Billy. Keep it up, man. We need you now

I won't