"Kael Ashford, Your Majesty. Lord Ashford's youngest Son." The King's posture shifted immediately, something like Recognition crossing his exhausted features. "One of our two SS rank Awakened.
The fire manipulator who questioned royal service during the Ceremony." His eyes narrowed slightly. "Continue."
"Both SS rank students survived the rift, Your Majesty, But their conditions are markedly different." Lord Chancellor Veros stepped closer to the throne.
"Your Majesty, perhaps we should discuss the political sensitivities Before "
"No." The King's voice was absolute. "Captain Aldric will deliver his full report without political filtering. I'll handle The sensitivities afterward, just as I'll handle meeting with the families of
One hundred forty eight dead children. Continue, Captain." Aldric met the King's burning gaze. "Baron Sarah Millbrook sustained critical injuries during the disaster, Your Majesty.
