"I don't care if you tell Ender," Topher grumbled, because he really felt like throwing all his dignity in a hole today. "I just don't want you to blame Peter for it, 'cause..." Hmm. "'Cause it was just me."

Topher was a bit surprised by that himself, and it showed on his face for an instant before he gave a decisive little nod. Yes. It was totally all his fault.

Such a loyal minion, this one. Even if this was a terrible lie.