"That's a total lie!!!"
Prince Charles Aethelmont stood up from his seat angrily and shouted.
His sudden outburst drew several students' attention.
Some turned towards him, while others looked between the two princes.
The discussion had already grown tense, but Charles's reaction made it clear that he had no intention of allowing Tristin's accusation to pass without a response.
"We of the Golden Circle will never stoop so low to do such a thing. The girl isn't even from our faction, so how can we get involved in something like this?"
He stepped a little forward, pointing at Prince Tristin Aethelmont.
His finger remained directed at his younger brother as he spoke.
The anger on his face was difficult to hide, and a few students from the Golden Circle frowned. They weren't pleased with the accusation either, but Charles was the one standing before everyone and answering it.
"You are not fooling anyone, Charles."
