"And if I tell him you choose to disobey him, going against his desire... The power you were given was because I thought you were worthy of helping us achieve our goal. I didn't give it to you so you could waste your time playing." Hayami's body tensed up, his tone more firm that before. Hayami had very rarely spoke back against Gamou and the few times he had, he'd immediately learned his lesson. What was he supposed to do when he couldn't keep control over his own student? Going back and having to admit such a thing... It would add to the list of disappointments he'd put Gamou through.

No, his pride wouldn't let him suffer through that. Taking a few steps forward, Hayami seemed to push aside the idea of exactly who he was up against, keeping only a few feet between them when he stopped. "I suggest you find someone who can shadow your position for a day. Otherwise, I'll insist he visit your kingdom for himself and see what you've been up to."