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.

second hand on Adonis' other shoulder and smiled fiercely

because we trust you, Adonis. Our faith

a spark began to glow from Adonis' eyes as Rey uttered

"R-really…?"

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

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

"I see…"

his series of actions were weird due to

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

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

just get stronger!" Adonis clenched his raised

at him. The two stared at each other, trapped in a world where time was

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

his throat as

the

They mean a lot

turned to Adonis and shrugged, a bright

"Thanks as well."

both chuckled, a certain someone clenched his fist and finally had the courage

both of

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

was staring at the ground with

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

excuse for how I acted, or how I treated you. I don't even expect you to

were crinkled upward and his lips trembled with

that he meant every single

friend and let all that power get into my head. I

said was greeted

anything, but…

in the air, someone began to approach

was none other than the

good that you've admitted your errors. It means

hand on Billy's shoulder and smiled

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

Billy's tears began

gave you enough time

you hated me and wanted nothing to do with me

a sympathetic smile upon the crying hunk of

disappointed and reasonably upset. But

*******

'Urgh…'

the two boys seemed locked in the moment, Rey felt a little uncomfortable in their

positive energy and overflowing emotions were also

both just wanted it to

yourself with actions and not words alone. For it was your action

Rey returned his mind to the conversation, they were already rounding

Thankfully.

step, Billy. Keep it up,

won't