Kingsley's headmaster, a reserved man named Dr. Hartwell who Ivy had spoken to exactly twice in her entire time at the school, called her into his office on Monday morning with an expression that made clear the conversation wasn't going to be a pleasant one.
"I understand a journalist has been in contact with the Volkov family regarding allegations connected to your scholarship review," Dr. Hartwell said, once she'd taken the seat across from his desk. "I want to be clear that Kingsley has no official position on matters occurring outside this institution's jurisdiction. However, I've received several calls this weekend from concerned board members and donors, and I think it's important you understand the position this puts the school in."
"I understand it's uncomfortable. But the allega
