Principal Kate leaned close to Kaylor, her voice a soft but firm whisper. "Kaylor, whatever they ask, don't say anything. Just tell them you were framed and that you're innocent. Nothing else."
Kaylor blinked, struggling to hold back fresh tears. "But… they think I burned someone alive."
Principal Kate's expression softened with reassurance. "I believe you, Kaylor. Trust me. Just keep it simple and don't say anything else."
Justin and Mr. Patrick exchanged confused glances, trying to understand why Principal Kate was advising Kaylor this way, but they remained silent, deferring to her guidance.
Suddenly, the sheriff stormed back in, his face set in a deep frown. "You've breached protocol, ma'am. For that, you and your associates need to leave now."
