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Marshal Gregoras StrachsMarshal Strachs regards the prefect with an implacable expression. "...out of the question. I will only speak about resolving this situation with the Rogue Trader directly. No intermediaries."

Prefect Inscribia VulturAs she speaks, Prefect Vultur's augmented hands constantly fidget with a tattered piece of paper that may have once been a report: "But for how much longer might we have to wait for the Rogue Trader? Ten turns? Thirty? Thrice that? Time is an invaluable commodity, and we currently have none, esteemed Marshal. Not to mention that Decree RP/84-289 explicitly states—" She stops abruptly when she sees you.

Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Marshal raises his chin. "Rogue Trader. The Adeptus Arbites request your immediate cooperation. The sacred tithe collected from the Koronus Expanse is in danger, and you are the only one who can negate this threat."

YOU"Before we discuss your affairs, answer one question: did you order Solomorne to lie to me and insinuate himself into my confidence?"

Marshal Gregoras StrachsHis eyes glittering, the Marshal says curtly, "I am unable and unwilling to discuss the subject."

YOU"Why me specifically? If this is so important, you should ask the Inquisition."

Marshal Gregoras Strachs"The Inquisition's resources are not limitless, nor is this within their jurisdiction. The matter is delicate, however, and calls for the utmost secrecy. It is also intimately related to your dynasty and its ancient covenant with the Adeptus Arbites. We indeed require your personal assistance."

YOU"Before we discuss your affairs, answer one question: did you order Solomorne to lie to me and insinuate himself into my confidence?"

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YOU"Why me specifically? If this is so important, you should ask the Inquisition."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"What danger are you referring to, Marshal?"

Marshal Gregoras Strachs"All of the Expanse is ablaze, Rogue Trader. This state of disorder jeopardises a critical strategic location: the planet Leethus, a clandestine world provided by Theodora von Valancius for the purpose of storing the tithe collected from the worlds of the Koronus Expanse." Strachs's cheek twitches. "At present, the planet is overflowing with the sacred tribute, amassed over the course of decades. After we lost contact with every single ship sent through the Maw in recent years, the decision was made to cease all attempts to transport the tithe out of the Expanse until the route is once more secure. It was for just such periods of the Maw's impassability that the storage world of Leethus was devised."

Prefect Inscribia VulturThe raspy voice of the prefect cuts across the Marshal's speech: "If I may provide certain details: as per regulations, prior to being sent to this temporary depot, all tithe shipments were first brought to Dargonus. These deliveries were made using barges crewed by servitors, with the only people on board with the privilege of autonomous behaviour being key officers and an Arbitrator escort. In other words, the location of both the system and the planet was strictly classified. A special pact was made with the Navigator House... Even I was not entrusted with the coordinates..."

Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Marshal looks straight at you. "Given the scarcity of our resources, absolute secrecy is Leethus's main line of defence. However, we are detecting... increased activity near the storage world's location. I do not want to do this, but I am, quite plainly, forced to ask for your help: go to Leethus and organise the extraction of the Imperial Tithe to Dargonus for further safekeeping."

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

Prefect Inscribia VulturThe prefect looks at them and snaps her fingers. The fighters immediately make the sign of the Aquila. "These are my bodyguards, members of the Fangs of the Expanse. They are here to demonstrate my willingness to offer the Adeptus Arbites whatever cooperation I can."

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

Marshal Gregoras Strachs"Mercenaries." The Marshal spits the word out in disgust.

Prefect Inscribia VulturVultur sighs. "Gregoras, you know we need every fighter we can get these days. You have precious few people at your disposal, and every year, fewer still remain. The Adeptus Administratum regulations do not prohibit the employment of hired force." She meets the Marshal's fierce gaze with calm composure.

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Marshal draws a sharp breath. "Impossible. That would mean that someone commanding vast resources and influence knows of its existence. We have no evidence that could support this conjecture. Considering the current state of the Koronus Expanse, with pirates and xenos roaming where they please, it is far more likely that the storage world will be discovered by accident."

YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

Marshal Gregoras Strachs"And I hope that you have since drawn some conclusions about the importance of guarding your key worlds. The entire Expanse is on fire. Your capital remains the safest place in Koronus." The prefect attempts to speak, but the Marshal presses on, enunciating each word: "And this is not open to discussion."

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Marshal sighs in anguish. "Enough to instantly turn anyone who captured it into a force more intimidating than the Kasballica Shadow Barons. A tempting prize, as you can see."

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

Marshal Gregoras Strachs"A fringe world of no value to the Imperium. By order of Lady Theodora, it was stricken from all astrogational data." The Marshal grimly works his jaw as he looks away. "Its security was considered beyond doubt. Until now."

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

Prefect Inscribia VulturThe prefect clasps her hands. "Lady Theodora was fond of secrets... and good at keeping them. You inherited those secrets when you ascended her throne... but there are so many of them that apprising you of them all would be an impossible task, as is determining the scope of your knowledge."

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

Prefect Inscribia Vultur"That is an acceptable option — one with which we are prepared to proceed. The Adeptus Administratum has requisitioned mercenary troops of the highest calibre. Under extreme circumstances, the Lex Imperialis permits—"

Marshal Gregoras Strachs"Out of the question." There is steely ringing in Strachs's voice. "In the Koronus Expanse, there exists a strict separation of authority between the Adeptus Arbites and the Administratum, as certified by the von Valancius dynasty and formalised in the Lex Dargonus. Transporting the tithe to and from Leethus and maintaining its security is the duty of the Adeptus Arbites. Aside from the head of the dynasty, only we have the right to set foot on Leethus or to know its coordinates. Such is the word of the law."

Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Marshal turns again to look at you. "There is another reason. Under the present circumstances, only you can provide the necessary level of security for the Imperium's property stored on your world. The Arbites are too few, and our forces are stretched too thin, as we must see to the stability of tithe deliveries from other worlds — and prevent any attempts to disrupt said stability. Thus, we are humbly asking you to help us."

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

Marshal Gregoras Strachs"You clearly have an eye for practical issues. Lady Theodora assured me that Leethus had some kind of unique system for barge automation. We have no choice but to put her words to the test."

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Marshal nods. "I will have the coordinates and passwords transferred to you. They are for your eyes only. Once you have arrived at the location, you are to oversee the tithe's transportation to Dargonus. We will meet the barges here and then redirect them to secure vaults."

Prefect Inscribia Vultur"I must ask that you hurry, Your Lordship/Ladyship... before all is lost." The prefect bows.

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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Abelard"To be honest, this is the first time I am hearing of this planet as well. Leethus must have been one of those secrets whose details only a select few are privy to — and even fewer among those few ever get to live once their purpose has been fulfilled."

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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Jae"To save an unimaginable treasure hoard, just as a change of pace? Why not? If you were to offer us a modest share of the cargo, we would be..." Jae catches the Marshal's icy glare. "...outraged! We require no compensation at all, for we operate solely for the good of the Imperium!"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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Heinrix"In other words, they are here in case the diplomatic approach fails and you need a show of force instead."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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YOU"Judging by your faces, the matter must be grave indeed."

Prefect Inscribia Vultur"Extraordinarily so, and there is no guarantee that we are not already too late." The prefect's glare bores into Strachs's grim figure.

YOU"It is so amusing to see you two at each other's throats. Would you entertain me by continuing your squabble a little longer?"

Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Marshal's face is impenetrable. "The disagreement between the prefect and myself was put to rest the moment you arrived. Now, to the issue at hand."

YOU"What danger are you referring to, Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Judging by your faces, the matter must be grave indeed."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"It is so amusing to see you two at each other's throats. Would you entertain me by continuing your squabble a little longer?"continues where this line first appears above

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StarThe hastiness of the Marshal's rejection of your theory is the best proof that he himself considers a deliberate search to be a plausible explanation. But it seems he is unwilling to admit it, even to himself.

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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Marshal Gregoras Strachs"If there is a possibility of protecting the tithe until it can be shipped to the Imperium, I would prefer to do just that."

YOU[Nod toward the strangers in the room] "Who are these people? They do not look like Administratum clerks."

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YOU"Who are the Fangs of the Expanse?"

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YOU"‘Increased activity'... In other words, someone is very interested in locating a world brimming with tithe — and is close to succeeding?"

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YOU"I must remind you, to my embarrassment, that Dargonus was gutted by xenos not long ago."

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YOU"Are you telling me that the tithe from the entire Koronus Expanse is being hoarded on Leethus? Just how much are we talking about, exactly?"

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YOU"What can you tell me about Leethus? I do not recall seeing it on any star charts."

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YOU"Theodora had a whole secret planet in her possession, and yet no one cared to inform me?"

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YOU"Why can't you export the tithe yourselves?"

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YOU"Organising the transportation of so many valuables is a serious undertaking. It requires an entire cargo fleet with its own dedicated navigation."

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YOU"This must be resolved without delay. I will go there at once."

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YOU"I might consider making this journey when I have nothing more pressing to do."

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Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Arbitrator maintains an air of haughty imperturbability, but you catch the worried glance he casts in the prefect's direction. The Marshal is clearly discomfited by being the sole focus of your fire.

YOU"It was the prefect who put you up to this, wasn't it?"

Marshal Gregoras Strachs"Enough with your insinuations. I make my own decisions!" With his chin proudly set, the Marshal strives to avoid looking at the prefect.

YOU"It was the prefect who put you up to this, wasn't it?"

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YOU"You piece of filth."

Marshal Gregoras Strachs"I..." The Marshal freezes with his mouth open, then closes it with a snap and says quietly, with surprising sincerity, "My duty demanded it. I understand you have the right to be angry with me, but... we must not let the interests of the Imperium suffer as a result of your antipathy. I beg you."

YOU"Before we discuss your affairs, answer one question: did you order Solomorne to lie to me and insinuate himself into my confidence?"

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YOU"Why me specifically? If this is so important, you should ask the Inquisition."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"What danger are you referring to, Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Judging by your faces, the matter must be grave indeed."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"It is so amusing to see you two at each other's throats. Would you entertain me by continuing your squabble a little longer?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You have made things perfectly clear."

Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Marshal gives a taut nod, a look of wary relief on his face.

YOU"Before we discuss your affairs, answer one question: did you order Solomorne to lie to me and insinuate himself into my confidence?"

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YOU"Why me specifically? If this is so important, you should ask the Inquisition."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"What danger are you referring to, Marshal?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Judging by your faces, the matter must be grave indeed."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"It is so amusing to see you two at each other's throats. Would you entertain me by continuing your squabble a little longer?"continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You piece of filth."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You have made things perfectly clear."continues where this line first appears above

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Marshal Gregoras StrachsThe Arbitrator's entire being exudes haughty self-assurance.

YOU"It was the prefect who put you up to this, wasn't it?"

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YOU"You piece of filth."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You have made things perfectly clear."continues where this line first appears above