Trial by Combat

"Let's be clear here," Wei Zao spoke up with an annoyed frown. "The reason he has to study under me is because you weren't helping him reach his full potential. Why do you quarrel with me if I am able to give him my complete and undivided attention to help him grow?"

Shay-Hade let out a guffaw and looked towards Revian, whose head was hanging low, "Is that your opinion, Revian?"

The boy sputtered as he struggled to come up with a response. "Do not put him on the spot!" Wei Zao argued. "You are an adult, place yourself in his shoes and tell me honestly. Were you truly giving it your all and applying yourself to your complete potential in his training?"