An Extra’s POV

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Thunderous echoes burst from the world outside that even the safe interior of the chamber began to tremble.

The unspeakable violence—shouts and countless crackles of energy—made it difficult to believe in the sanctity of the sanctuary that enveloped them.

Unfortunately, Adonis was not even afforded the luxury to properly think or process what was happening outside.

No, perhaps this was a good thing.

Being distracted by the ritual with Lucielle—perhaps that was the better alternative than to continuously contemplate the fate of his dear friend.

As Lucielle's disciple, he had learned a lot about Magic, as well as Runes, but compared to her knowledge on Magic—especially one this ancient—he could only assist her in little ways.

Following her instructions here and there, they both worked together to complete the equation as soon as possible.

Until finally…

"I think we're all set."

Lucielle's brilliant smile, as she waved her short white hair, caused Adonis' breath to leave his lips in relief.

Finally, they were done.

"L-let's call for R-Rey! We can go together—!"

"No… he's not coming with." Lucielle shook her head as she placed both hands on her waist.

The piercing gaze she gave Adonis was a serious one. The Grand Mage wasn't joking—not that this was any situation to do such.

"W-what are you… saying? We're abandoning him…?" Adonis felt his chest tighten as he even uttered those words.

Rey had protected him all this time. He lost his eye in order to save Adonis' life, and even right now… he was risking it all to buy them time to complete the ritual.

"We don't have time for this. Rey is fighting! We have to—!"

"Indeed. We do not have time for this…"

Before Adonis could move his trembling feet towards the entrance in an attempt to rendezvous with Rey, he felt his entire body turn numb.

"H-huh…?"

at the center of the Magic

thing gleamed with multifarious colors,

ancient symbols and undeciphered Runes littered the ground in layers,

was able to augment these runes made it an impressive task that only she could

Adonis helped, but this was mostly due to her

time to marvel at his Master's work, though. He was still in a state

are you doing…? We're supposed… to be helping Rey…" He barely whispered as he cast his blurry

you. The same applies

"W-what?!"

widened in shock. He couldn't believe what he was

saying? Now that they have gotten to such a crucial juncture… after sacrificing the lives of so

fraudulent.

"W-wha…?"

discussed this

"N-no…"

smile, the kind that usually put him at ease, didn't make her

all this way together… you can't

open eyes as he stared at his Master's

go. He's stronger. Or maybe you… you're smarter. You

no sense to Adonis! If they wanted a better shot at saving the world, then wouldn't it be better if one of them did it instead of

was

not good enough. I can't

looked at Lucielle. He knew what fate awaited

he wanted to die. No, he badly wanted to live, and a part of his cowardly self was grateful that he wasn't going to meet his

more than that,

thought I'd finally be able

frustration—all directed at

—echoed out.

Then, Lucielle's voice emerged.

were to take your place, it would compromise just how far back we'd be able to travel

"I-I don't…"

it so that more can be changed and the world can stand a better chance in the new future that will

"A-ah…"

effect, Adonis. You can't go around making silly changes that do not benefit the future, okay? That means you can't tell anyone—not even the past

about this future."