Accidental
"That's good but that's not the answer that is appropriate to my question. Let's hear what Lady Thornfield will say. Please sit up again, Princess Lysable." Teacher Caurius said.
Princess Lysable looks at me as if I'm at fault that the teacher had to cut her because it's not her turn yet.
What should I answer?
"Do you need my help?" Ariel asked in my mind.
I can't. This competition needs to be fair.
"Fair? Who knows which side this old man is on? Come on let me—"
I won't.
"Alright."
"Lady Thornfield?" The teacher called me. I tried to keep my poise as I am still standing in front of these noble ladies who are obviously smarter than me. But I know that there's something special inside me and I need to use it now.
"I think the most important thing for people who can't afford noble privileges or ordinary people is salt." I said. I hold my other hand to prevent it from shaking. I must appear strong in front of them. I can't break down here.
