His words were like an icy shock had been sent through here spine, drilling through her skull, leaving her stunned cold by the news.
Though it was unpleasant to hear, she had an inkling that there would be some resistance from the scholars at some point in the future.
Unfortunately, she never expected them to uprise so early on and try to seize what little power they held within Alynthn and by being near the Young Master.
As bad as it was to hear about the scholars' power play, she knew better than anyone they wouldn't survive a minute without her noble family's protection.
The sad truth about scholar's status within the Merahs continent was as low as wandering blacksmiths, so they were not appreciated unless they were part of some noble family or household.
Those that were lucky enough to join institutions that required their specialised knowledge would know early on that they were essentially bookkeepers and notaries of events.
