"I don't want to have to ask twice. I have a lot on my plate already. We are relocating all of you to the main academy city, and there is an overwhelming amount of work to be done. I am in no mood for stupidity—especially yours."
The vice principal jabbed a finger in my direction, his expression twisted with pure, unfiltered rage. He looked absolutely livid—like really, really pissed. His face was flushed an unhealthy shade of red, his brow furrowed so deeply it seemed like his entire forehead would cave in.
"Start talking, both of you! Now! Or I will suspend your monthly allocation for three straight months—including the immediate revocation of all your privileges."
At this, I noticed Celestina's eyes widen in sheer horror.
Seems he struck a critical nerve with her.
"What happened?! How did you two idiots manage to destroy the alchemy lab?!" he bellowed, slamming his fist onto his desk with enough force to send a tremor through the room.
