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'

we trust you, Adonis. Our faith isn't on the Royal Council or on Ralyks… but on

to glow from Adonis' eyes as Rey

"R-really…?"

played on the Hero's face. It seemed like he wanted Rey's words to be

but… you're the reason I decided to stay behind. Because I trust you. I think it's the same

"I see…"

actions were weird due to

to notice the awkwardness of Rey's actions, though, and only focused

than Ralyks, then

get stronger!" Adonis clenched his

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

though he would hug Rey. The latter

throat

the awkward Rey

your words, Rey. They mean a lot more to

Adonis and shrugged, a

"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 a

sorry… both of

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

was staring at the

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

I treated you. I don't even expect you to forgive me or

brows were crinkled upward and his lips

meant every single thing

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

said was greeted

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

the

other than the

that you've admitted your errors. It means you have

a hand on Billy's shoulder and smiled

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

Billy's tears began

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

thought you hated me and wanted

and cast a sympathetic smile upon

disappointed and reasonably upset. But I've

*******

'Urgh…'

air, and while the two boys seemed locked

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

wanted it to

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

Rey returned his mind to the conversation, they were already

Thankfully.

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

I won't let you