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"What's this about the sun setting, Sheila? If this is your way of saying you will like to go for a walk, its barely passed midday. How about when it cools down somewhat?" Lovren responded. This was typical Sheila, sometimes she spoke things that he just found weird. Who cares about the sunset?

"I don't want to have a walk. Just answer the question, Lovren." Demanded Sheila in a serious tone which was unlike her.

Finally, Loren gave in by replying, "I don't know, what do you want me to say? I do know it's beautiful with its resplendence left in the clouds."

His response was quite disappointing for Sheila who answered her own question, "I would say it's another mark left on the world by that flaming ball of fire. It says even in my weakest moments I will forever garner your stares. Such is my majesty and come dawn I will once more reign supreme over my domain."

Hearing her expound on her insights Lovren was a bit proud. She always spoke such words so he became used to it all. 

"Ok beautiful words, do you want something to eat? Luckily everything is free, so have all that your heart desires." Loren grinned as he called over a waiter to the table.

"You see this is one of the reasons I know you are not the person I was led to believe. I was told the man I was meeting was one who would linger in his thoughts for hours. Basically we are not that compatible because that is the person I desire.

"What are you saying, Sheila." Lovren became shaken up as his world came crashing down with Sheila's words.

Seeing his heart breaking she could only sigh but knew there was a need to be firm with her stance, "I'm saying I long for someone else and I can't keep lying to myself. I, at the very least need to know if he feels a tinge of what I do."

"Who is it? I know I can be better, just give me a chance to fight for you," Lovren pleaded as he really did care deeply for her. This came as a surprise to him because the whole time they were together she has only been around him and the squad. When did some other guy have time to swoop her from under her feet?

"I won't tell you who it is, bye Lovren." As Sheila was about to leave the table the other members of Squad Malgrey too were making their exit. Yet Lovren didn't realize after receiving this unbearable news.

"We are bringing some soup to Taf and May, Loverboy. See you later." Selena teased as the six exited with Luke giving Lovren a thumbs up.

Lovren did take note of something odd, however. He might be no genius but he did see the blush on Sheila's face when Taf's name was mentioned.

Surely this mysterious suitor who stole his significant other was not his brother, the one he admired the most?

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The morning had arrived, it saw both May and Taf passed out in May's manor after what was the most exhausting night of their lives.

Soon she heard a knock on the door. With the two out of commission, Lisa hurriedly went to answer.

When opening the door standing at the entrance was a beautiful woman dressed neatly in purple and white. Hastily Lisa bowed before greeting, "Junior greets Elder Mary."

To this Elder Mary smiled before inquiring, "Are May and Tafari here?"

"Yes they are home Elder Mary, please give me a moment." Lisa then hurriedly shot into the living area waking the two who were a bit disoriented.

When seeing the two Elder Mary was surprised. The way they were previously demonized by Anders, she did not expect to see them in such a weakened state.

"How might we be of assistance Elder Mary?" Asked May. With this Elder Mary summoned a stack of parchment to her hand. Then uttered,

"You both are hereby formal served notice of a tribunal herein, it will be held tomorrow at 9:00 AM[1] sharp at the grand halls. This parchment contains the details on the matter."

Though weakened the two took their time rifling through the papers. Yet Elder Mary did not mind as it gave her some time to fully assess the two. As they read through the key details noted were the couple was being charged by the Dark Abylis Sect with:

- Malicious intent to harm fellow disciples.

- The death of Darwin Taar

- The death of Gendry Shinoda

- Failure to heed the command of an elder.

- Openly defying an elder

Taf uttered after reading "Well this is a bit of pickle isn't it big flower."

"Yes, it is indeed, Sir. Guess there is nothing left to do but contest these charges, which seemed quite harsh if you ask me." May responded as she shuffled through the paper.

While the two spoke Elder Mary could only roll her eyes. This was basically an open and close case. How could they possibly contest the charges outlined? Even if they could the sect has some of the most calculative minds, they stood no chance.

"Elder Mary I am guessing this tribunal hears the grievances concerning disciples of the sect? From what I read of the handbook given on our arrival, the sect should always have our best interest at heart."

Taf asked of Elder Mary who wondered what could they possibly have in mind asking such a question. She responded nonetheless.

"Yes, the tribunal is such a space whereby a disciple can air their grievance."

"Perfect." May smiled as she to Elder Mary's wonderment summoned some parchment of her own,

"Please file these claims to the relevant authorities." The papers were then handed over to Elder Mary who had a look of bewilderment on her face. The stacks of papers given by May were several times heavier than the one served to them.

What grievance could they possibly have against the sect? She is not usually so flustered but there was an eagerness to look through the papers. When she saw the two's claims, Elder Mary nearly fainted on the spot. In summary, they were:

- Defamation of Character.

- Failure to create a safe environment for cultivating.

- Failure to provide disciples a proper recourse before disqualification.

- Lost of revenues 

- Mental trauma inflicted

After all was added up the two were suing the sect for 25 Million worth of stones in damages. She has seen many shameless acts in the past but this without a doubt took the cake.

"Let me get this straight, you're both suing the sect for 25 million stones in damages?" She just had to ask as this was simply mind-boggling. There has never been a case whereby a disciple has dared to sue a sect. This was a colossal entity with unbelievable power and resources to use to build the best defense possible.

Did they really think it conceivable to win such a case against the sect?

"You are indeed correct, Dare elder. Since it is within our rights, we will seek due process and gain our deserved compensation." Taf responded in a serious tone, which highlighted to Elder Mary the two were not kidding and intended to fight to the bitter end.

Soon both May and Taf watched as a flabbergasted Elder Mary flew off with the information to her superior.

"By her reaction, it seems we have made history." Uttered a bit expectant May.

"We are leaving the sect but that doesn't mean we can't pillage and plunder in the most polite of ways. They dare try to expel by dragging us before a tribunal like criminals, then this will be our fitting response."

Taf had a cheeky smirk on his face. He was never one to go down without a fight, this was seemingly embedded in every molecule of his body. Since the sect chooses this course, he and May will bleed them dry until they beg for mercy.

To be continued

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[1] Yeah I know, ignore