An Extra’s POV

[Later That Night]

"How boring…"

Rey found himself holding a glass of wine as he glanced around him, soaking in the rich and loud atmosphere that surrounded him.

The grand hall of the royal palace gleamed under the soft glow of countless crystal chandeliers. The vast space was adorned with silk banners and the large windows had pristine curtains.

A majestic red carpet stretched across the polished marble floor, leading to the center of the room.

Nobles and powerful men from across the Alliance mingled with grace and sophistication. Their attire was a lavish display of wealth and status—rich velvet gowns adorned with precious gemstones and elaborate embroidery, and sharp tailored suits with brocade waistcoats and capes lined with exotic furs.

As they conversed, laughter and the delicate clinking of glasses filled the air.

At the side of the hall, a grand banquet table overflowed with an array of sumptuous dishes: roasted meats, exotic fruits, and intricate pastries crafted by only the finest chefs that humanity had to offer.

Servants moved with precision, attending to the guests' every need, offering goblets of rare wines and platters of delicacies.

A soft melody from a string quartet provided a harmonious backdrop, as some people even took to the dance floor in graceful, flowing movements.

Their dance was a reflection of courtly tradition and elegance; still maintaining their dignity with every rhythm made.

Essentially, it was a party for the rich.

'So this is how a Gala is. How do people enjoy these things…?" Rey mumbled while downing some of the wine that sloshed around his cup.

He was currently wearing a black suit—the swallowtail tuxedo kind. He initially thought it would blend perfectly well with this kind of scenery, but now that he was here, he realized that he was way out of his league.

The people present were adorned in several accessories—most of them Enchanted—and it suddenly seemed like he was underdressed for the party.

But Rey didn't care.

'I can't wait for this to end. That way, I can focus more on finding Esme and curing Alicia.'

He hoped to be able to do those two before being dispatched to the front lines to finally confront the Dragons once and for all.

fact that I

fight and defeat something like Dagon without much of an effort, he wouldn't be

still pose a danger to me. I can't have that.' He felt his grip grow stronger

do that, he looked around for his classmates,

busy flirting with some ladies—or rather, it was Justin doing most of the

of whom were ogling her with

facade of deference, but Rey could tell that if she wasn't an Otherworlder, they

details and the more fit men of the group.' Rey smiled as he

the Adventurers City after all of

where several rich and powerful people were

and some even

guarantee as much safety

these guards will be able to handle any threat that we won't be able to face.' Rey glanced

they had some Items that helped boost their abilities, their Stats and Skills

they be better used patrolling the city, or any of the outskirts regions, where security is

his call to make,

of this world, and even though the Royal Palace was the safest place any of these nobles could be—thanks to

having some degree of

this celebration to an extent… except

echoed in his ears and he glanced

shimmering white gown that matched her hair, and a necklace with

earrings of gold, and her shoes seemed impeccably carved,

in all, her outfit only enhanced her

"Lucielle…"

at Rey, drawing closer as she reached

corner like this…" She began to adjust

he got it

is going to notice

of the

as she heard that, almost

can relate. But,

"Duty, huh?"

if you don't want to, though since you already acted chummy with Conrad and Vida, you might as well see this