"Headmaster, we can't hesitate any longer! The crowd outside is about to riot! If we don't take a stand, they could really drag Crossbridge Academy into this!"
Felix's face was grim as he continued, "I know you don't want to abandon Owen, and you don't want him to become a scapegoat.
But this time, even Crossbridge Academy can't withstand the wrath of so many families at once. The trouble Owen has stirred up is simply too big."
"I believe Owen would never do something like this!"
"Does your belief matter? The important thing is, will those people outside believe it? How many of them are actual victims, and how many are here with ulterior motives?
I also believe Owen isn't that kind of person.
But the problem is, Owen was at the auction house, and his mana signature was left behind.
