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

show either. Rey found no reason to doubt Ater, and was now instead questioning the validity 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

complete your task flawlessly, as

I trust that you will achieve your objective in the

so there was not much more to be said. "You

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[Later That Night]

in the massive hall that

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

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

figures behind her also followed

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

asking any questions, she

for them. Make sure they're settled in perfectly, and that they do

my question, but what if they

shining bright crimson as he narrowed his lids. "Then let them take care

"R-really?"

their life in the

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

but an appreciation of her beauty only amplified the closer one

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

eyes on her body would

the excitement he displayed was directed at none other than the

a way, that made the dynamic

not desire her. She desired

your wards to you." Ater gently placed his hand on

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