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.

Rey placed his second hand on Adonis'

reason we stayed behind wasn't just because of Ralyks. It is because we trust you, Adonis.

began to glow from Adonis' eyes as Rey uttered

"R-really…?"

relief and doubt played on the Hero's face. It seemed like he wanted Rey's words to be true, but

behind. Because I trust you. I

"I see…"

series of actions were weird due to the

pretended not to notice the awkwardness of Rey's actions, though,

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

can just get stronger!" Adonis clenched his

him. The two stared at each other, trapped

he would hug Rey. The

throat

smiled at the awkward Rey and nodded

They mean a lot more to me

a bright

"Thanks as well."

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

sorry… both of

the corridor, instantly sullying the moment between

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

I've done. Adonis… Rey…" He slowly looked at them, tears slowly

have no excuse for how I acted, or how I treated you. I

brows were crinkled upward and his lips trembled

clear that he meant every single

abandoned you as a friend and let all that power get into my head.

said was greeted

forgiveness or anything, but…

reverberated in the air, someone

was none other

that you've admitted your errors. It means you

placed a hand on Billy's shoulder and

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

Billy's tears began to flow

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

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

a sympathetic smile upon the crying hunk

upset. But

*******

'Urgh…'

and while the two boys seemed locked in the moment, Rey felt a little

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

just wanted

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

to the

Thankfully.

step, Billy. Keep it up,

won't let you