Chapter 36: Task Completed [1]

"Nah, the principal, who you are referring to as Ms. Isabella, is a fake one."

As Chris uttered those last words, a wave of shock rippled through the courtroom, freezing everyone in place.

The nobles, who had been whispering among themselves, fell silent, their eyes widening in disbelief. A few even gasped audibly, their hands flying to their mouths.

The student council members exchanged incredulous glances, their confusion deepening. Drake's fists unclenched as his jaw dropped open, and Christiana's eyes widened, her eyebrows shooting up in surprise.

Alexia looked completely stunned, her mouth opening and closing as if trying to form words that wouldn't come.

Lysaster, usually composed and unflappable, looked visibly shaken. His furrowed brow deepened, and his eyes darted from Chris to Isabella and back, struggling to comprehend the accusation.