Cold shoulder — Episode 1

A charity case? You don't belong on this board, Lara Article four, refusal is automatic forfeit Wait If my rank is locked... A clever parlor trick, Lara, but trivia doesn't pay tuition My record is flawless For now I just requested a standards review Let's see how flawless you remain under a microscope A missing sponsor signature I can clear the hold with my family's override In exchange for what? Your loyalty, Lara, or you can pack tonight Sign it, Lara Save your scholarship Clause nine forbids overrides It's a conflict of interest Who is going to enforce that?

Vadim I traded him your locked rank for a permanent cosign