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137: The Inheritance Trial II
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2025-05-31 07:00:41Every house scrambled to buy last-minute advantages, form alliances, and sabotage their competitors.
The atmosphere grew frantic as the auction phase began, with houses trying to make final trades to secure their positions. When the dust finally settled at noon, it was clear that House Dominion had emerged victorious. Their careful planning and strategic moves throughout the game had paid off. House Six came in a close second, their aggressive tactics just shy of winning. House Royal took third place, a respectable showing for their long-term investment strategy. The remaining houses—House Valiant, House Phantom, House Titan, and House Elect—were left to reflect on their performance. While their standings weren’t as high, they knew that the battle was far from over. There were always other opportunities to claim victory. The room was dead silent as the final bell rang, signaling the end of the Inheritance T
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THE PRICE FOR HIS NAME 140: No Room For Error
The air inside the High Courtroom grew heavier as Chancellor Warwick’s words settled.Excitement crackled through the audience. Even those who had already lost leaned forward, eager to witness this final clash. House Phantom, the cunning scholarship students who thrived on uncovering hidden truths. House Six, the untouchable and rising rulers of Thornecrest, whose dominance was unquestioned.For the first time that afternoon, the match felt personal.Xavier Peterson exhaled, lazily stretching his arms. “Ah, this should be fun.”Professor Rhys Calloway, House Phantom’s House Master, shot him a sharp look. “We don’t play games, Xavier. We win with intelligence.”Xavier grinned. “That’s cute.”Calloway ignored him, adjusting his glasses as his students took their seats at the defense’s table.The Case: The People vs. Lord Benjamin Aldric (Treason Case)“The charge,” Chancellor Warwick continued, “is treason against
THE PRICE FOR HIS NAME 139: The Grand Tribunal II
The courtroom of Thornecrest Academy was a grand spectacle of power, tradition, and ruthless ambition. Towering pillars loomed over the gathered houses, the dim glow of chandeliers casting long shadows across the polished marble floors. Every seat was filled, students from all eight houses lined up in their respective sections, their emblems boldly displayed. At the center of it all, Chancellor Hilliard Warwick stood, his mere presence demanding absolute silence. His gaze swept across the assembled students, lingering a fraction of a second longer on House Six before he finally spoke.“Today, we present the case of The People versus Augustine Blackwood,” his voice echoed through the high ceilings. “The charge—premeditated murder.”A murmur spread through the gallery. Some students leaned forward in anticipation, while others sat stiffly, already dreading the battle to come.At the prosecution table, House Six and House Phantom
THE PRICE FOR HIS NAME 138: The Grand Tribunal
The dining hall buzzed with tension, filled with the murmurs of students discussing the upcoming Grand Tribunal. Long banquet tables stretched across the room, separating the houses. House Masters sat amongst their students, offering last-minute advice—or, in some cases, threats.At the center, House Six occupied their usual spot. Unlike the others, who were poring over legal theories and pre-trial strategies, they weren’t even pretending to be concerned.Joy sipped her juice, completely at ease. Mika was demolishing a plate of fries. Samuel was sharpening a knife, the rhythmic scraping of metal on stone setting some students on edge.Miriam, seated across from him, adjusted her glasses, already deep in thought. Fiero was leaning back in his chair, his fingers lightly tapping the table in an absentminded rhythm.And Moses? Headphones on. Eyes closed. Arms crossed. Classic.At the head of the table, Xavier Peterson exhaled dramatically, lo
THE PRICE FOR HIS NAME 137: The Inheritance Trial II
Every house scrambled to buy last-minute advantages, form alliances, and sabotage their competitors. The atmosphere grew frantic as the auction phase began, with houses trying to make final trades to secure their positions. When the dust finally settled at noon, it was clear that House Dominion had emerged victorious. Their careful planning and strategic moves throughout the game had paid off. House Six came in a close second, their aggressive tactics just shy of winning. House Royal took third place, a respectable showing for their long-term investment strategy. The remaining houses—House Valiant, House Phantom, House Titan, and House Elect—were left to reflect on their performance. While their standings weren’t as high, they knew that the battle was far from over. There were always other opportunities to claim victory. The room was dead silent as the final bell rang, signaling the end of the Inheritance T
THE PRICE FOR HIS NAME 136: The Inheritance Trial
The day had finally arrived. After weeks of anticipation, the students of Thornecrest Academy gathered in the grand dining hall, their faces a mixture of nervousness, excitement, and determination. The air was thick with anticipation—today was not just any ordinary day. It was the day the Thornecrest Trials began, a day where the academy’s brightest would face off in a test of intellect, power, and skill.The students sat at their assigned tables, some too focused on the upcoming challenges to eat, while others whispered amongst themselves, strategizing for the trials ahead. The grand hall was filled with the hum of conversation and the clatter of utensils as everyone prepared for what was about to unfold. The headmasters were seated nearby, exchanging occasional glances but offering no comfort. Their silence was enough to remind everyone of the gravity of the day. The usual warmth of the morning breakfast had been replaced by a cool, almost om
THE PRICE FOR HIS NAME 135: The Tournament Announcement
It was a bright Tuesday morning, and the air in Thornecrest Academy was unusually charged. Midterms had finally ended, and the students had gathered in the grand Assembly Hall for the morning announcements. Rows of pristine uniforms filled the vast space, the golden chandeliers overhead casting a regal glow on the assembled houses.At the center of the stage stood Principal Whitmore—her sharp gaze sweeping across the hall as the murmurs died down. Dressed in an immaculate dark blue gown, she radiated authority, her presence alone commanding absolute silence.She took a step forward, gripping the podium, and with a voice that carried no room for doubt, she spoke.“The time has come once again,” she announced, “for the greatest test of wit, strength, and dominance within these walls. In two days, the House Tournament shall commence.”A ripple of energy spread through the hall. Some students straightened in their seats,
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