"It is openly evident that the transgression occurred under heavy provocation, but despite this, those who disrupt the order of the Green Shadow Academy must be punished.
Even if this person is my grandson!"
Applause erupted from the spectator tiers; there were some shouting the Second Elder's name.
"I sentence Kasper and the twenty subordinates under his tutelage to thirty days of imprisonment at the Crag. I hope they reflect upon themselves and learn not to succumb to provocations no matter what!"
Mel was in no condition to lift his head; he had been losing blood continuously throughout the court session, which lasted nearly two hours. Had Edgan not slipped under his arm and supported him for the past hour, he wouldn't have been able to stand.
"Mel Malcom, as for you. You should rejoice that this unfortunate incident freed you from such an immoral lover. My advice to you would be to forget what happened and do exactly as is demanded of you!"
