Chapter 84: Boundary of Life and Death (Part 5)

Amira’s usually steady gaze trembled for the first time. She had always been composed, like steel, but seeing Alpheas’ face now made her heart melt.

After all, she had followed him since the days he was still wetting his bed.

“I’m sorry… for making you take on this burden,” Alpheas said gently.

Amira lowered her head, holding back the tears that threatened to fall.

“I don’t want to hurt you, Headmaster. But the more respected someone is, the more they must not hide their mistakes. If things continue like this… even the school could suffer.”

“Don’t you see? No one here resents you. You are the future of this school.”

Alpheas looked at her with sympathy. All the students here were like his own children—raised with care. Hurting them pained him deeply.

When Amira raised her head again, her eyes were misty. But she saw the same kind, gentle smile she remembered from her childhood.

“Please trust me—just this once. After Shirone’s matter is resolved, we’ll deal with everything openly. Whatever punishment is due, I’ll accept it. I will stand before my beloved students with dignity. I won’t run away.”

Hot tears slid down Amira’s cheeks.

“Will you really come back? I’ve always respected you…”