There was a large amount of confusion among those from the Light Faction. They understood that a traitor or two among factions was expected when spies had to delve deep into other territories.
They had to truly become part of the clan and faction to fulfill their roles. Oftentimes, this would lead to some spies changing sides, but that hardly ever worked out. Most Pagna warriors, once knowing someone had turned on them once, felt like it could happen again at the snap of a finger, and they wouldn't last long.
What was strange here was not only were there the odd few higher-ups changing sides, but every single one of the students who had participated in the tournament looked to be turning on the Dark Faction leaders.
"It seems the Dark Faction has been having troubles of their own and has been keeping it quite a secret," Ricar stated. "Can't you tell, based on the reaction of the adults? It was almost as if they were expecting this."