An Extra’s POV

"...."

Ater had proven his case, and he didn't seem to be lying to Rey about anything. If he was, one of the Curses would have activated, and Ater would be dead on the ground.

Besides, Rey could tell if his Familiar was lying due to their bond.

'He's telling the truth about everything…' The details were still lost to Rey, but there was no doubt about it; Ater was on his side.

"If you still have your doubts, there is a way to prove the validity of my claim." Ater spoke up, forcing Rey to look in his eyes as he made a confident proposal.

"Hm? What's that?"

"Alicia White. Have her summon a Beast Familiar so you can use [Clairvoyance] on it. That way, you'll be able to—"

"No." Rey's response was flat and final.

He had a serious expression on his face, though none of it indicated anger of any kind. "May I ask why?"

Ater's sincere voice wafted through the air, causing Rey to sigh and lean backwards a little, his gaze on the Familiar, but his thoughts far away.

"Alicia still hasn't gotten over her trauma. It would be selfish of me to make her summon a Beast Familiar just to satiate my curiosity." He mumbled. "Besides, I can already see that you're telling the truth, so there really is no need for that."

For a second or two, there was silence.

Ater then gave a silent chuckle and bowed his head in respect and satisfaction.

"Understood, Master. Thank you for trusting me."

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Rey smiled.

guess I fully believe you

and Ater had only profited him in one way or the other, and while he was yet to see the full picture, he determined that it was best to simply trust in his

you'll complete your task flawlessly,

that you will achieve your objective

so there was not

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[Later That Night]

voice echoed in the

place she usually occupied—while she

moment she heard his instruction, she rose from her subservient position and offered him her warmest

her also followed

visiting your Academy next week. The details will be submitted to you prior to that moment, but I want you to make sufficient preparations

asking any

into the Academy, also ensure that you look out for them. Make sure they're settled in perfectly, and that they do not enter into any kind of trouble. In essence, their stay in the Academy

but what if they

smiled broadly, his eyes shining bright crimson as he

"R-really?"

you'll be reporting to me about their life in the Academy, so I suppose if there are any changes to my

The remnant tension in the atmosphere slowly began to dissipate as Ater rose to his feet and left

was, but an appreciation of her beauty only amplified

pure white gown. Her voluptuous chest nearly spilled out of her outfit, with cleavage that would make any man run

body would desire her, but

disconcerted, and the excitement he displayed was directed at none other than the incoming incident, rather than the

way, that made the dynamic

desire her. She desired

so far, and as a result… I am willing to return your wards to you." Ater gently placed his hand on her chin and lifted her head so she could stare him in the

drowned her face in its glowing radiance, reflecting the passionate gaze she used to look at