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.

I guess I fully believe you

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 own

task flawlessly, as

achieve your objective in the Dragon Academy, Master."

understood each other perfectly, and so there was not much more

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[Later That Night]

voice echoed in the massive hall that was the

usually occupied—while she was on her knees, paying homage to

rose from her

her also followed

be submitted to you prior to that

Without asking any questions,

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 should

but what if they cause

he narrowed his lids. "Then

"R-really?"

thought placed in it. Besides, you'll be reporting to me about their life in the Academy, so I suppose if there are any

in the atmosphere slowly began to dissipate as Ater rose to his feet and left the chair, only to rest his

could see how gorgeous she was, but an appreciation of her beauty only amplified the closer one

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

who laid eyes on her body would desire her, but

at none other

a way, that

not desire her. She

wards to you." Ater gently placed his hand on her chin and lifted her head so she

glowing radiance, reflecting the passionate gaze she