The Extra Can't be A Hero

The Solaris Lord finally moved his eyes away from the pond and stared straight into Amonʼs eyes. His voice had a tinge of annoyance, and a slight pressure was emitted from his dominant body. Unconsciously, Amon retreated, and his hand reached for the sword on his waist. Knowing the man, Alrock wouldnʼt kill Amon just because he was annoyed, but the punishment would be meted out.

However, the expected strike didnʼt arrive. Instead, Alrock withdrew his mana and turned his back towards Amon again.

”Hah... I shouldnʼt have given you so much freedom...”

For a brief moment, the indomitable Solaris Lord showed his age. Wrinkles formed as he sighed, and his massive frame looked vulnerable due to fatigue. Nevertheless, he controlled his rage and spoke more calmly to Amon.

”Seriously, you morons will be the death of me. Iʼm about to retire, so why do you youngʼuns have to give me more trouble?”

”... Iʼm sorry.”

”No,” the Solaris Lord waved his hand to dispense of Amonʼs apology. ”I heard it was the Elune girlʼs idea to elope again. Though, I would have hoped that you have the discretion to inform me of your actions at least.”

Alrockʼs rage simmered down as he rested his body on the nearby chair. Gesturing to Amon, he spoke: ”Have a seat.”

”Thank you.”

Moving with trepidation, Amon took a seat next to the Solaris Lord. However, he was still on red alert as Alrock could easily send a supersonic punch flying in his direction. The two paused, not saying a single word to each other for two minutes. Alrockʼs mind was still preoccupied as he spaced out, and Amon didnʼt want to break his train of thought.

”Youngʼun... I wonʼt ask you what youʼve been up to, but in return, I want you to answer me this...”

Finally, Alrock opened his mouth and stared straight at Amon with solemnity. Amon felt the severity of the situation almost instantly, and at that moment, he felt like if he gave the wrong answer, his head would be sent flying from his neck.

”Do you have the Solaris Houseʼs best interest at heart?”

The Solaris Lord was a kind person, and for the most part, he would act like a goofball. Nevertheless, he truly cared for each and every member of the Solaris House. If there was ever a time he found someone to be a threat to the Solaris House, the invincible Knight would do everything in his power to destroy the threat.

Even if it meant killing his own child.

Amon knew that for a fact and that his following words could affect the entire course of his life. And yet, there was no hesitation in his reply.

”Yes, my actions are always for the betterment of the Solaris House.”

There was no lie in Amonʼs words. His actions thus far were to save the world and, as a result, the Solaris House from its doomed fate. Of course, Alrock had no method of knowing that. All he could see was a sincere Amon betting his life on giving an honest answer.

And for the Solaris Lord, that was enough.

”HA! HA! HA! Great! I knew I could count on you!”

As if a weight had been lifted off his shoulders, Alrock let out a hearty bellow. Returning to his usual self, the Solaris Lord slapped Amonʼs back hard, causing the youth to gasp for air. Amon glared back at the elderly Knight but did nothing to aggravate him further. After a while, the Solaris Lord and Amon shared a lengthy conversation.

Most of the time, Alrock teased Amon about Yue and asked when they would have a kid. It was only after fifteen minutes that Alrock finally got to a topic that interested Amon.

”Youngʼun, I know this might sound greedy, but I need a favour.”

”Favour? What kind?”

”Participate in this yearʼs Demonic Beast Purge.”

”Hmmm?”

Amonʼs eyes lit up at the sudden request. Knowing Alrockʼs circumstances, he could more or less deduce what this request was really about. And sure enough...

”I know that youʼve done your duties faithfully and participated in many Purges in the past. However, this year... I need you to protect someone.”

”... is that someone, your grandson?”

”Hoh, you catch on quick.”

The Solaris Lord was genuinely impressed. Amon had been gone for five months, yet he still knew about the complicated internal politics surrounding the Solaris House. Little did he know that Amon had been constantly keeping tabs on anything that pertained to Leon, and the main reason why he returned was to protect Leon during the upcoming Demonic Beast Purge.

”I donʼt think there would be any issues, but one can never be too sure. I wouldnʼt put it past those pesky Elders to influence this yearʼs purge in one way or another.”