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

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 see the full picture, he determined that it was best to

trust you'll complete your task flawlessly, as

you will achieve your objective in the Dragon Academy, Master." Ater beamed

parties understood each other perfectly, and so there was not

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[Later That Night]

voice echoed in the massive hall that

the desk—a place she usually occupied—while she was on her knees,

from her

behind her

prior to that moment, but I

any questions, she

perfectly, and that they do not enter into any kind of trouble. In essence, their stay in the Academy

my question, but what if they

smiled broadly, his eyes shining bright crimson as he narrowed his lids. "Then let them take care

"R-really?"

you'll be reporting to me about their life in the

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

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

spilled out of her outfit, with cleavage that would make any man run

eyes on her body would desire her, but

eyes were disconcerted, and the excitement he displayed was directed at none other than

way, that made

not desire her. She desired

to return your wards to you." Ater gently placed his hand on her chin and lifted

crimson eyes drowned her face in its glowing radiance, reflecting the passionate gaze she used