Arthur was at a loss whether to commend Kent for his loyalty or to call him foolish! If Kent had insisted that he planned everything on his own, they really would have had no evidence to prove Finley was the mastermind. And Finley wouldn’t be stupid enough to instruct Kent to do these things where cameras could see. At that moment, Finley resumed his saintly facade, stepping forward to bow deeply to Arthur once more. "I'm truly sorry, Arthur. Kent was a capable assistant in the student council, and I bear some responsibility for not noticing his distress, which led him to make such a mistake. I sincerely apologize to you! I just hope this incident doesn't affect you. Kent and I are prepared to accept whatever decision the school makes!" Finley's words were earnest and sincere, and to those unaware, he seemed like a saint deeply concerned for his fellow students. His words seemed to apologize for Kent, but in reality, he was distancing himself from the incident. Arthur clenched his fists. Finley was more cunning than he had anticipated! Kent's willingness to clear Finley’s name was not just about gratitude. Mateo looked deeply at Finley and spoke flatly, “If that's the case, you should step down from your position as president of the student council.” As Mateo's words fell, the entire room was shocked! Finley's eyes widened in disbelief; he even doubted his own ears! Wasn’t it obvious that Finley's earlier words were just pleasantries? Kent had admitted to stealing his ring, making him a victim in the whole affair. Shouldn’t the school be punishing Kent and comforting the emotionally wounded him? Yet, Mateo was now using this as an opportunity to strip him of his role as president of the student council! He had used countless personal resources to secure that position at Governance University! The amount of money he had donated to the school was significant—all from his own pocket! That position was not just a means for him to garner a good reputation, but also a way to recruit talents at the school for his own use! Most importantly, this role was crucial for his future competition for the family inheritance! Being the president of the student council at Governance University held weight even within the Tremo family. Only after becoming the president had he gained his grandmother’s favor amidst siblings who were constantly trying to outdo each other. Now, how could Mateo strip him of this position over a minor issue with no solid evidence against him? Mateo glanced at him, ignoring the intense frustration and disbelief in his eyes. Mateo's look towards Kent was filled with disgust. “As for Kent, for his own selfish desires, maliciously framing others, Governance University has no place for you! Effective immediately, Governance University officially expels Kent! Furthermore, he is banned for life from entering Governance University!” Mateo was previously unaware of Kent's family situation, as it was impossible to keep track of every student in such a large school. The school always had policies for financial aid, which he could have applied for, but Kent never submitted an application. No matter how pitiable his background, his actions, devoid of conscience and moral integrity, did not warrant Mateo’s sympathy for Kent. The students at Governance University were adults, not naive toddlers! Hearing Mateo’s declaration, even a prepared Kent couldn't help but turn pale and collapse to the ground! Being expelled and permanently banned from Governance University—he knew all too well what that meant. He was acutely aware of the influence of Governance University in Lioran. The few words of being banned for life demonstrated how much Governance University despised him. From now on, even if he wanted to attend another school, it was unlikely anyone would accept him, and this sentence would likely cast a lifelong shadow over his future career prospects. Kent hadn't anticipated that because of this incident, the school would remove Finley from his position as president of the student council. He knew all too well how important that position was to Finley. Despite their immense reluctance, Mateo showed no signs of changing his decision. He then turned to Arthur, and upon facing him, Mateo's expression softened into a smile. "Arthur, on the other hand, you are clever and strategic, with a mind full of justice."