The Crucible of Empire
“Both of her small hearts beat wildly. This was obviously a critical moment when the meeting's potential had poised on the edge of proceeding either very well or very ill. "We propose an alliance of our two species against our common enemy, the Ekhat," the Lleix said. Her movements were calm, yet her body betrayed itself. Much rode upon each word, and Jihan could read the import in every carefully restrained gesture. The stumpy Jao shifted into an oddly elaborate stance, arms angled just so, head tilted, ears pricked forward. It wore a dull brown garment on its lower body, encasing both legs, but only straps across its brawny chest. A bright greenness flickered within its black eyes, alien and disturbing. "Why should we listen to you?" it said gracelessly. "If we do not obey our masters, they will destroy us as surely as they now rain destruction upon you." "Because they are the great devils who eat the universe," the Lleix elder said. "They may refrain from slaughtering you for now..., but it will not always be so.MoreLess
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