"I believe you have a good reason for thinking that Mr. Ben's proposal to check out the explosion was wrong," Orion said as he placed his hands on the table.
Riya's expression remained serious and unwavering as she nodded. "Yes, I do."
"If that's the case," Orion said, "we'd all like to hear your explanation."
"Understood," Riya said.
She glanced at everyone, including the Assistant Principal, who was sleeping, before speaking.
"As we all know, the main objective of the expedition was for the students to use their magic and defeat Beasts, but....."
She paused and looked around. "Most of these students have fought Beasts before, either with their parents before coming to the Academy or through missions they take in the Mission Hall."
Principal Orion and the teachers listened attentively as Riya spoke, though Ben was trying to hide his frown, but it was still noticeable.
