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

of The Oracle's warnings. Both Emil 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

you'll complete your task flawlessly, as you

achieve your objective in the Dragon Academy,

parties understood each other perfectly, and so there was not much more to be said. "You may

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[Later That Night]

in the massive hall that

very comfortably behind the desk—a place she usually occupied—while she was on

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

behind her

week. The details will be submitted to you prior to that moment, but I

asking any questions,

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

but what if they cause

bright crimson as he

"R-really?"

Besides, you'll be reporting to me about their life in the Academy, so I suppose if

began to dissipate as Ater rose to his feet and left the chair, only to rest his behind on the desk

her beauty only

cleavage that would make any man run mad. Her face was flawlessly beautiful, and the nervousness she displayed in his presence made her appear even

her body would

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

that made the dynamic

desire her.

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

radiance, reflecting the