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' other shoulder and smiled

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

like a spark began to glow from Adonis'

"R-really…?"

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

to stay behind. Because I trust you. I think it's the same for everyone else, at least to some

"I see…"

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

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

than Ralyks, then there's only one thing

get stronger!"

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

emotional that it appeared as though he would hug Rey. The

cleared his throat

the awkward Rey and nodded

They mean a

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

"Thanks as well."

someone clenched his fist and finally had the courage to utter his first words since they

both

voice echoed within the corridor, instantly sullying

Billy, who was staring at the ground

Rey…" He slowly looked

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

brows were crinkled upward and his

meant

friend and let all that power get into my head.

he said was greeted

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

in the

none other than

that you've admitted your errors. It means you have properly reflected on

placed a hand on Billy's shoulder and smiled at him with a

you on their behalf. However, we're still young. Mistakes

tears began to

matters 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

head and cast a sympathetic smile upon the crying hunk of

and reasonably upset. But I've never

*******

'Urgh…'

intense emotions wafted through the air, and while the two boys

it was clear that all the positive

just wanted it

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

returned his mind to the conversation, they

Thankfully.

made a great first step, Billy. Keep it up, man. We need you

won't let