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.

also the fact that I

defeat something like Dagon without much of an effort,

his grip grow stronger on the glass cup, so he decided to loosen up

he looked around for his classmates,

was Justin doing most of the flirting while Clark was his tag

was being approached by many noblemen—many of whom were ogling her with

that if she wasn't an Otherworlder, they would have

security details and the more fit men

Adventurers City after all of this was over, but for now, she could enjoy

where several rich and powerful people were in attendance, the number of guards that surrounded the

the hallways, and some even stood in the hall

to guarantee as

able to handle any threat that we won't be able to face.' Rey glanced at them and observed their

abilities, their Stats and Skills were too pathetic to be of any real use when it came to dangerous

any of the

his call to make,

these nobles could be—thanks to the presence of the Otherworlders—they still wanted to have

everyone else seems to be having some degree of fun, so that's good.' He

to be enjoying this celebration to an extent… except

his ears and he glanced to his side almost as soon as he

her hair, and a necklace with crimson gems that complemented

of gold, and her shoes seemed impeccably carved, with her pale

all, her outfit

"Lucielle…"

Lucielle smiled at Rey, drawing closer as she reached for his

in an inconspicuous corner like

got it

is going to notice you if

kind of

she heard that, almost as if the very statement was

can relate.

"Duty, huh?"

to, though since you already acted chummy with Conrad and Vida, you