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.

his second hand on Adonis' other shoulder and smiled fiercely at the

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

like a spark began to glow from Adonis'

"R-really…?"

seemed like he wanted Rey's words to be true,

don't know about others, but… you're the reason I decided to stay behind. Because I trust you.

"I see…"

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

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

think you're weaker than Ralyks, then

I can just get stronger!" Adonis clenched his

at him. The two stared at each

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

throat

the awkward Rey and nodded

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

to Adonis and shrugged, a bright smile on his face as

"Thanks as well."

finally had the courage to utter his first words

both of

audible voice echoed within the corridor, instantly sullying the moment between Adonis and

at the

done. Adonis… Rey…" He slowly

I acted, or how I treated you. I

upward and his lips trembled with

clear that he meant every single thing he

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

was greeted with

for forgiveness or anything, but… I'll try

those words reverberated in the air, someone

none other than the

errors. It means you have

Billy's shoulder and smiled

speak for everyone and forgive you on their behalf. However,

tears began to flow

enough time

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

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

and reasonably upset.

*******

'Urgh…'

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

that all the positive energy and overflowing emotions were also too much for the cold-hearted

both just wanted it to

better. Redeem yourself with actions and not words alone. For it was your action that caused this to

mind to the conversation,

Thankfully.

it up, man. We need you now more

I won't let