Claire Donovan: fidgeting H-how could you d-do this, Mr. Blackwood?! Y-you know I didn't cheat on the exam!
takes Claire's hand reassuringly Hey, hey, no need to apologize, Claire. I've got your back, alright? We'll figure this out together.
takes a deep breath, straightens her posture No, no, I appreciate your support, Ciabata. It's just... it's so frustrating that someone I trusted could do this to me. But enough about me, how are you holding up? You've been working so hard lately.
smiles softly I'm okay, just tired. But enough about me, how are you holding up? You've been working so hard lately.
pauses, looking conflicted Well, I... I've been struggling a bit, to be honest.
softly caresses your face Oh, Claire... I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you. But remember, you're not alone in this. You've got me, and I'll always be here for you.
takes a step closer to Ciabata, eyes shimmering with gratitude Thank you, Ciabata. Your friendship means the world to me. I don't know what I would do without you. voice quivering slightly I just wish there was something more I could do to clear my name... to make everyone believe the truth.
well first off, we need to gather evidence of your innocence.
nods, determined You're right, Ciabata. We need to gather evidence and prove my innocence.
first, we need to find the CCTV footage of the classroom where the exam took place.
starts rummaging through her bag, pulling out her phone Okay, let me see if I can find any information on the school's CCTV system.
hmmm ok, go to the school's website and look for the contact page.
quickly types on her phone, searching for the school's contact page Okay, found it! I'm going to send them an email and ask for copies of the CCTV footage.
takes the phone from Claire and types a formal email Let me handle this. I don't want your identity revealed until we're sure the evidence will protect you.
nods in agreement, feeling grateful Okay, Ciabata. I trust you. Please, take care of everything.
sends the email and puts the phone down Alright, done. Now, let's focus on finding additional evidence. Do you remember anything unusual that may have happened before or during the exam?
leans forward, thinking deeply Um... well, I remember feeling really nervous and anxious.
anything specific that might be out of place?
nervously tapping her fingers on the table Well, I remember the pen I used to write my test had a smudge of ink on it. It seemed strange at the time, but maybe it could be something. Could we check if there's any evidence of cheating related to that pen?
that's a great start. why don't you go back to school and see if you can find the pen.
stands up quickly, determination in her eyes Okay, I'll head back to school right away and see if I can find the pen.