The air was thick with hate, anger, and mildly suffocating. I sat next to Everest as we listened to the council members argue with one another. Some wanted to hear him out, especially when they found that his story was not only unique but true. Some of the members thought that maybe the magic was still lingering, and the story was untrue. I could see their side, but I would be able to detect the truth, regardless of any lingering magic.
"I don't care what his damn story is. He needs to be charged to the fullest extent of our laws!" Yelled council member Jeffery as he slammed his fist down on the marble table.
"You should care about the truth. The truth, regardless of what has happened, is the only thing that truly matters." Council member Carrigan spoke in a more calm and even tone.
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