An Extra’s POV

"So… how are things now?"

Ralyks was seated on a couch within the vast reception hall of the main building within the Royal Estate. He was such a distinguished individual that the Royal Council considered him more than worthy to be treated with the utmost courtesy.

The entire room sparkled with luxury. The curtains were made of fabrics of the highest order. The same could be said about the carpets and furniture.

Exquisite paintings could be seen in all directions, and the fine decor radiated such pristine elegance that it could only belong to the very top of the social ladder.

Of course, the most expensive kind of chandelier was affixed to the cieling, and the sheer radiance it depicted could make any man shed tears.

The fact that Ralyks was not overwhelmed by this experience simply spoke volume of his character, and how he was probably used to this kind of excessive luxury.

He was clearly unfazed.

"Things have stabilized, thankfully." Conrad answered his question. Seated beside him were Adonis and Vida, both of whom were parties to the secret meeting between Ralyks and the Alliance's higher-ups.

The goal on the side of the Royal Council—which the Hero was informally now a part of—was simple, yet difficult.

… To make Ralyks a permanent ally of the United Human Alliance.

His strength and resourcefulness was enough to make them unanimously decide that this was the best course of action that they could take.

They were willing to ignore his unknown identity and shady abilities.

As long he was on their side… that was all that mattered.

"That is good to hear." Ralyks responded calmly, as always.

The ball was in the court of the Royal Council. For the Dark Adventurer, he had confirmed all he wanted to know.

It had been a bit over two weeks since the Dark Gathering, as well as the Full Sweep Incident of the Merchant City.

had

things dug into and further investigated by the Royal Council, but they were able to discover even more criminals tied to

their investigation, however, was that anytime they tracked down one of the people they had confirmed to be

as if someone, somewhere, was carrying out

to be involved, so they had to figure out who was responsible for

that aspect of

how many shadows are still lurking around, but everyone is working diligently to

to hear…"

the Alliance, we plan on properly redistributing the wealth and also ensuring

were coupled with his

got from the entire incident

well." Ralyks said,

they noticed he was pleased with the

really do

to

than

asking for even more of

reward, Sir Ralyks. Please tell us what you would like. Even though what we have is limited, we will grant you anything we have the power to." Conrad

to hear what their masked

their surprise, he just shrugged as soon

mind at the moment. I'll think about it and get back to you." Ralyks' response betrayed

three who heard him

fine?" His modesty and exemplary attitude painted him as a saint—far more

fell from their faces and

"Y-yes, it's fine!"

ask for the alliance. Conrad, Vida, and Adonis exchanged nods, their signal obvious to the man who sat

to execute a plan. They didn't care, though—not when such an opportunity had presented

the three could say any more, though, a question

"Do you fear me?"

hall, there was silence. Absolute, undisputed silence