more chance to willingly comply with us. I like him. However, if he steps out of line in the slightest then you have my permission to kill him.”

A short time later on Territalus, Qual-ict and Doug, with Angela trailing behind, walk into the grand chamber of the SCT. There are many voices and much buzz. The robotic people of Territalus are stirring in their seats. The crowd grows silent when the chairperson calls the meeting to order. His opening addresses the gravitas of the meeting, “We are not only here for the most important debate and decision in the history of our council and planet, but we are privileged to have a most highly esteemed and honoured guest. We bid you a great welcome, Sovereign Qual-ict. We certainly never expected your gracious presence. Tell us, what brings you?”

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