"A bold accusation," replies Guul. "And yet perhaps if you are in need of such assistance you should not be in this job. Defend yourself, then—why are you not responsible for allowing this death?"
You argue that Katariki's entry into MetaHuman was a wild card and utterly impossible to anticipate. So too was his sudden murder, one that was more extreme still. You explain how such specific, unprecedented events could not have been prevented by general measures.
But Guul is not convinced. Eventually, he shakes his head, and holds up a hand to silence you. "I have heard you out. I have listened to every one of your arguments. But I am not convinced. No, Anaru Katariki's murder is on your head. His fate has been denied us because of your incompetence and lack of preparation. And you will pay for this, perhaps. Certainly, we will discuss this failure again during your December evaluation."
With that he stands, and leaves you alone. You begin to have a horrible premonition that the end of the year may not go well for you.
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