We finished the line.
“I further swear to perform to the best of my ability…”
“…the duties of ensuring that no cadet shall be expelled…”
“…from Octavia Pompeii Academy.”
As we said these words, I grinned at Liz.
“In addition to completing my studies at an ‘A’ level…”
“…I will intervene in any cadet’s activities to ensure…”
“…that he, or she, will not fail in any two subjects.”
“And in my spare time…” she gave us an ironical grin, “…I will devise and implement a plan of selection of three members of the new junior class for the positions of Flag Guardians for the following school year.”
We finished speaking our oath.
“So, that’s how it works,” Liz said.
“You, Miss Pepper,” Fuse said, “were watching us and testing us all year.”
She smiled. “Me, and the three Flag Guardians.”
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