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 shoulder and

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

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

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

"I see…"

series of actions were weird

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

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

get stronger!" Adonis clenched his raised

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

look so emotional that it appeared as though he would hug Rey. The latter subtly pulled away,

cleared his throat as he awkwardly

smiled at the

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

to Adonis and shrugged, a bright smile on his

"Thanks as well."

had the courage to utter his first words since

sorry… both

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

was staring at the ground with a bitter expression on

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

know I have no excuse for how I acted, or how I treated you. I don't

brows were crinkled upward and his lips

he meant every single thing he

abandoned you as a friend and let all that power get into my head. I shouldn't have

said was

forgiveness or anything, but… I'll try to be

the air,

other than the

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

Billy's shoulder and smiled at him with a warm

their behalf. However, we're

Billy's tears began

happy I gave you enough

hated me and wanted

shook his head and cast a sympathetic

was disappointed and reasonably upset. But I've

*******

'Urgh…'

boys seemed locked in the moment, Rey

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

just wanted

words alone. For it

mind to the conversation,

Thankfully.

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

I won't let you