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

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

complete your task flawlessly, as you

you will achieve your objective in the Dragon Academy,

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

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[Later That Night]

voice echoed in the massive

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

she rose from her subservient position and offered him

figures behind her

you prior to

Without asking any

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

my question, but what if they

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

"R-really?"

in it. Besides, you'll be reporting to me about their life in the Academy, so I suppose if there are any changes to my initial instructions, I can

left

was, but an appreciation of her beauty only amplified the closer one got to

outfit, with cleavage that would make any man run mad. Her face

who laid eyes on her body would desire her, but Ater was

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

way, that made

desire

result… I am willing to return your wards to you." Ater gently placed his hand on her chin and

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