The office went quiet when Riven spoke; everyone stared at Riven. His classmates were confused as to why he said that—after all, he was the one telling them that they would be taking Lance back. Why the sudden change?
"Mr. Riven, I understand your animosity toward Lance, but..."
"No, it's nothing like that, and I also didn't finish what I had to say," Riven cut her short. "Forgive me if I came off as rude. What I was saying is that what Lance did is worthy of death, and there is no sugar-coating it in any way.
But, he is still the chosen of Lumis, and I believe for this time and this time alone, we should grant him a pardon," Riven said.
"Hmmm? What you're trying to say is to completely remove all his crimes and wipe the slate clean?" Elena asked.
"Yes, that's what I am asking for, swept under the rug," Riven said.
Elena had a look of confusion on her face, so she decided to indulge Riven and understand exactly why he said something like that.
