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There weren't that many members in the Calligraphy and Painting Association—just a handful over twenty. Hence, at Mr. Bay's request, everyone showed up at the conference at 1 pm. He chose the afternoon as there were a handful who were away on outreach, including Walker, who was subbing for Jacob's lectures. Once the entire Calligraphy and Painting Association save for Jacob was informed of the mandatory meeting, every member was there on the hour, seated primly and in attention in the huge conference room. Mr. Bay didn't waste his breath on the preamble either—as soon as he saw that everyone had arrived, he announced, "Everyone, I've gathered you here today because our administrative vice-president, Jacob Wilson, has been alleged to be involved in a certain malicious scheme. "Last night, Mr. Wilson submitted his resignation to me, and after a discussion with my vice-presidents, we've all decided to hold a vote. It will be open to every member in the association as we will be decid