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.

on Adonis' other

trust you, Adonis. Our faith isn't on

like 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 true, but he didn't want to risk

stay behind. Because I trust you. I think it's the same for everyone

"I see…"

were weird due to the height

Rey's actions, though, and

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

I can just get stronger!"

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

it appeared as though he would hug Rey. The latter subtly pulled away, preventing

throat as he

at the awkward Rey and nodded

words, Rey. They mean a lot more

a bright smile on

"Thanks as well."

courage to utter

sorry… both

voice echoed within the corridor, instantly sullying

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

Adonis… Rey…" He slowly looked at

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

brows were crinkled upward and his lips

meant every

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

was greeted

or anything,

the air, someone began

was none other than

you've admitted your errors. It means you have

hand on Billy's shoulder and smiled

and forgive you on their behalf. However, we're still young. Mistakes are inevitable, aren't

began to

you enough time to yourself so you could fully understand your actions and

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

his head and cast a sympathetic

was disappointed and reasonably upset.

*******

'Urgh…'

through the air, and while the two boys seemed

that all the positive energy and overflowing emotions were also

both just wanted it

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

Rey returned his mind to the conversation, they

Thankfully.

first step, Billy. Keep it up, man. We

I won't let you