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 fully believe you

just for 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

trust you'll complete your task flawlessly, as you

objective in the Dragon Academy,

other perfectly, and so there was not much more to be

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[Later That Night]

Frey'ja." Ater's voice echoed in the massive hall that was

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

from her subservient position and offered him

her

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

Without asking any questions, she

than their admission and entry into the Academy, also ensure that you look out for them. Make sure they're settled in perfectly,

what if

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

"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 behind

her beauty only amplified the closer one

white hair only matched 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. Her face was flawlessly beautiful, and the nervousness she displayed in

on her body would desire her,

directed at none other than the incoming incident, rather

way, that made the dynamic

desire her. She desired

a good girl so far, and as a result… I am willing to return your wards to you." Ater gently placed his hand on her chin and lifted

her face in its glowing radiance, reflecting