The heavy disbelief that had settled upon Rose, Yamin, and Osbon was abruptly replaced by a volcanic eruption of fury in their Leader.
Erina slammed her palm onto the map table, the sound echoing through the massive hall.
"This was happening behind our backs!" The anger was evident in her tone, directed not just at the conspirators, but at the blindness of the Temple itself.
Ray spoke, his tone serious and devoid of the cynical humour he'd used earlier.
"As I mentioned earlier, Leader, either you are ignorant or arrogant." He stood his ground, letting the accusation settle.
"Like everyone else, I also thought that the Temple was the epitome of justice, but then I found out the Temple is as corrupt, nothing special. It's just better at hiding its filth."
Osbon, the Vice-Leader who had been the most vocal in defending the Temple's honor, spoke next, his voice grim.
