The Oversight Council chamber is packed.Not just the five voting members, but observers from every faction fill the hall. Certified Voidborn line the outer tiers, watching their leadership decide their future. Council Elders from both Reformist and Conservative factions occupy the upper galleries. Civilian representatives sit in the open rows, murmuring quietly. The core leadership is present as well, silent but visible.The air hums with tension.Grand Elder Theron rises from his seat.“This session will determine whether Nihara, a self identified Corruption Lord claiming hybrid status, receives asylum at the Silverwood Grove and formal partnership with the Restoration Initiative.”“The vote requires three of five votes to pass. Each council member will present their position before voting. Transparency requires this session be public.”Kaelen Veyra is called first.He stands, hands clasped behind his back.“I abstain from arguing,” he says, drawing surprise from the chamber. “My bi