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'

of Ralyks. It is because we trust you,

spark began to glow from Adonis' eyes as Rey uttered

"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

"I see…"

on his shoulder, though his series of actions were

Rey's actions, though, and only focused on

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

can just get stronger!"

stared at each other, trapped in a world where

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

his throat as

the awkward Rey and

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

Adonis and shrugged, a bright smile on his face as

"Thanks as well."

the courage to utter his first words since they began their journey as

both

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

at the ground with a bitter expression on his

for all I've done. Adonis… Rey…" He slowly looked

how I treated you.

upward and his lips trembled

meant every single thing

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

said was greeted with

forgiveness or anything, but…

those words reverberated in the air, someone began to approach

none other than the

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

and smiled

you on their behalf. However,

tears began to

you enough time to yourself so you could fully understand your actions and their

and wanted nothing to

his head and cast a sympathetic smile upon the

disappointed and reasonably upset. But I've

*******

'Urgh…'

while the two boys seemed locked in the

was clear that all the positive energy and overflowing emotions were also too much for the

both just wanted it

actions and not words

to the conversation, they were already rounding

Thankfully.

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

I won't let you