An Extra’s POV

'Ahh, finally! We finally got everything sorted out!'

The evening clouds had already begun appearing over the city as Rey and Esme left the Adventurers Guild building.

The wind was soft, carrying a certain chill about it to prepare the denizens of the City for the night that was fast approaching.

Rey took in the air and smiled, his mask as Jet still intact. Beside him was Esme—or rather, Lux. He would have long discarded his disguise if it was just her with him.

Unfortunately, that wasn't the case.

After all, behind him was a mob of Adventurers who were simply gawking at the two legends who were nothing short of superstars in the eyes of every single person who witnessed their grand return.

Merely judging by how they were gushing over him and Esme, Rey was certain that many were dying to get his autograph or even have a word with him.

'Some are probably wishing I was in their Party…' His thoughts trailed as he fought to hide his wry smile.

However, none of them approached him.

Perhaps they were scared of him, or maybe this was the least amount of courtesy they could offer him after his long and tiring Heroic Rank Test.

Well… not that it lasted very long, in all honesty.

'Well, I'm glad they're keeping their distance. I really have to lodge in the inn and return to the Royal Estate so I can bring everyone here.'

Rey was still pretty early, so he didn't consider himself behind schedule, but he was the type to ensure he had extra time to himself so he wasn't tardy.

'I have my reputation as Ralyks on the line, after all.'

Besides, this would be the first time in a few days since he interacted with his classmates as Ralyks. He had to make it perfect.

was occurring all around the both of them, Rey and Esme ended

thought he was in the clear

saw the same group

are they after this time?'

practically at the entrance of the Inn, and judging by how their eyes

was enough, but it

group wanted to congratulate him—perhaps even apologize for their actions—but Rey

was better to expect the

asked, one hand in his pocket as

left side of his chest would be undisputedly observed by the men.

"W-well… about that…"

bit sweaty and nervous. He

sniff it—the smell of

his people corner me where I stay?'

Sango took a

create a bad reputation of bullying Adventurers, even if they're deserving if it, which

looked

but it'll officially be announced tomorrow. I don't

among the stronger humans in H'Trae. Rey had no doubt that he was among the strongest Adventurers

in Top 10 rankings, so

to all of these factors, Rey had tried his best to be courteous to the man while also refusing

getting a

here, but does it have something to do with the guy who's hiding behind that wall and listening in?" As Rey said this, he glanced slightly

wall of the tall and glamorous building that was the inn, but Rey

all he needed to know about his suspicion. The presence behind the wall was faint,

—Perhaps a third party.

that they're affiliated.' He smiled, taking one more step