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106- Growing suspicion
However, his warning did not to stop the story from spreading, instead, it gave the rumour a new form. Some disciples began wondering whether the Crestwoods were hiding something, while others started questioning the reliability of the people spreading the accusations.By the end of the evening, Kvera's words had reached people she had never spoken to but the suspicious disciple had not forgotten her.The next time he saw her on the eastern grounds, he watched her for a moment longer than necessary.He had no proof that she was involved in anything. He didn't even know whether the rumour was true.But he couldn't ignore the feeling that something felt very fishy about her and until he understood why, he intended to keep an eye on her.The next morning,Thaddeus held a brief meeting with his group, where they decided on their next line of action and on the instructions he laid down. He warned them again not to share anything and not even engage in any discussion relating to the rumours
105- loopholes
The next morning, the suspicions had eaten deeper into the Sect. No one trusted anyone anymore as groups that had once trained and eaten together were beginning to keep their distance, each wondering whether the others had something to hide.At the dining hall, two groups that usually shared a table immediately separated when one of them arrived."Is there a problem?" one disciple asked."No," the other replied, picking up his tray. "We simply prefer to eat with our own people." He said and walked away with his companions, leaving the others staring after them.The same tension had reached the training grounds.A group of disciples stood beside the practice statues, discussing the argument they had witnessed at the dining hall."Did you hear what happened yesterday?" one of them asked. "Apparently, I heard an Elder has been secretly supporting those top cultivation groups in the Assembly .""You mean those top ranking groups? Which Elder?" another disciple asked."Nobody knows... I he
104 - The revolution
" Maybe they do," Lysa replied. "Or maybe they don't. I can't say."She left the conversation there.and walked away before the attention could turn on her.By the next morning, the story had changed slightly.Some disciples claimed the Crestwoods were exploring new alliances. Others suggested they might be preparing to shift their support elsewhere. None of the versions had been confirmed, but both raised the same question.Could the Crestwoods be pursuing their own interests while pretending to stand with Darkthorne?The rumour eventually reached a junior elder, who mentioned it to a colleague.The colleague did not dismiss it outright and it continued to move from one person to another.Soon enough, the rumors got to the Elders attention.During a private discussion that afternoon, Elder Baltimore brought up the growing unease among the Inner Court disciples.He turned to Ombre."Several groups have begun questioning whether certain elders are favouring particular disciples," he sa
103- consequences
Morning came sooner than expected and as the sun rose over the Sect, the rumours begun to spread with it.Thaddeus's disciples did not gather at one place and they followed his instructions closely, to avoid any mistake.The first initiation came during the morning training session."Have you noticed how quickly the Azure Group has been improving?" one disciple complained, wiping sweat from his forehead. "They've barely been in the Inner Court for a year, yet the elders keep praising them.""Tell me about it," another replied. "We've been here way longer, and no matter how hard we train, nobody even remembers our names."Castle, who had been listening nearby, shook his head." I'm not surprised. There's a good reason behind it."Both disciples turned toward him."What reason?"Castle hesitated, as though he wasn't sure whether he should speak."I heard Elder Ombre has been giving some of the Azure Group members private guidance. Apparently, they've been receiving help outside the regul
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" Of course.I was wondering when he might return." Her smile lingered for only a moment before fading beneath her veil.She had hoped they might have received some news of Xavier, even if it was only a brief message. But none of them seemed to know anything, which increased her anxiety.After a brief silence, Baltimore cleared his throat."Master Iris, forgive me for bringing this up again, but you are yet to give us an answer."Iris slowly raised her head.Baltimore continued."Do you think Rael should be punished for tarnishing your image? Inform us on how you would like this matter to be treated."Iris sighed quietly beneath her veil as she considered Baltimore's question.If she accused Rael of tarnishing her reputation, the elders would have every excuse they needed to punish him. At the very least, they could confine him for several days while they investigated the matter which would delay his plans.And if he failed to do what he was supposed to do, would the vision she had se
101 - a heavy heart
That night, the elders gathered in the main hall, but the usual calm of their meetings was nowhere to be found."Whatever we do, we cannot punish Rael without a proper reason," Elder Baltimore said, his fingers tapping against the armrest. "The disciples already witnessed what happened this morning. If we act too hastily, they will question our intentions."" We'll give them that reason," Elder Trinity snapped. "That boy has grown far too comfortable. This might be our only chance to get at him without triggering the Heavenly covenant.""No, this is not right." Elder Baltimore replied. " We are not setting a good example with this."Dunn's eyes narrowed." Stop playing the pathetic hero, Baltimore. That kid needs to be taught his place!""Both of you, enough! " Elder Vokah interrupted and they all silenced. "The issue isn't whether the boy is insolent. It is whether we can deal with him without making ourselves look foolish before the Sect."Elder Ombre leaned forward." We can find
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