The Accusation

TORIN

The Vanguard Hall remained silent after the initial accusations ended.

The vanguard captain turned toward me.

"Alpha, the prisoners request to speak again."

I nodded once.

"Let them speak."

Zane stepped forward first despite the restraints.

"We acted under rightful claim."

"You already stated that argument."

"It deserves full consideration."

"Then explain it clearly."

Zane drew a breath befo