HeinrixHeinrix waves your companions on ahead with an imperious gesture and then rounds on you, his eyes revealing disapproval and even alarm.
Heinrix"Lord Captain... I need an explanation. What are you doing? No, that's not even the right question — do you realise what you are doing?"
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Heinrix"You left Vistenza alive... even after the charges of heresy were laid against her. The source of the accusations was highly unreliable, of course, but that is no reason to leave her and her cronies at liberty."
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Heinrix"Do you realise that leaving an Imperial world in the hands of xenos is a violation of every principle and law of the Imperium? You are helping to create a hotbed of heresy on your own planet!"
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Heinrix"You cut off the heads of the resistance and the planet's government, and now you plan to just leave? Did you not consider the possibility that this could lead to infrastructural collapse?"
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Heinrix"Your new companion is a member of a dangerous breed of xenos notorious for their duplicity and cunning. It would be a mistake to place any trust in her facade of compliance and amenability."
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HeinrixYou are suddenly struck by a strange realisation — despite his severe tone, Heinrix is not angry that you broke the law. His every word rings with concern — for you.
YOU"Are you lecturing me, Interrogator?"
Heinrix"I am not lecturing you, [Name]. I want to ensure that you understand what you are trifling with, and that you are not making decisions on a whim."
YOU"Are you lecturing me, Interrogator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This isn't about the flouting of Imperial law. You're worried about me, aren't you?"
HeinrixHeinrix takes a deep breath and immediately releases it, hissing through his teeth. "Possibly. Yes."
Heinrix"To be a Rogue Trader — to be empowered to transgress the limits of Imperial law and make decisions that would risk charges of heresy for anyone else — is to put yourself at risk. The interdicts of the God-Emperor were created in part to protect Humanity from thousands upon thousands of dangers." Heinrix takes a breath. "I only hope that you... that you don't forget the threats hanging over us all."
YOU"Why must your concern for me be wrapped up in layers of rebukes and recriminations?"
HeinrixHeinrix is silent for a moment. "How else can I get through to you and make you listen without resorting to even harsher measures?"
YOU"Just say what you mean. I would listen to you without the strong-arm tactics."
HeinrixHeinrix scowls. "Maybe. Maybe not. Either way... I have investigated heresy for too many years to simply trust in people's good faith alone. Fear of punishment is the best fail-safe."
HeinrixCatching himself, Heinrix clears his throat and takes a step back, breaking eye contact. His usual impassive expression returns. "Thank you, Rogue Trader. I see no reason to detain you any longer."
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YOU"I do not want the shadow of the Imperium and the Golden Throne to always come between us."
HeinrixHeinrix's eyebrows shoot up sharply. "But it always will, [Name]. That fact will never change. Don't delude yourself on that score." Sadness slips into his voice at these words.
HeinrixCatching himself, Heinrix clears his throat and takes a step back, breaking eye contact. His usual impassive expression returns. "Thank you, Rogue Trader. I see no reason to detain you any longer."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I like that you are worried about me."
HeinrixHis eyes and voice lose some of their chill. "My presence in your retinue is not only for the purposes of surveillance. I genuinely do not wish to see you come to any harm. And I will do everything to..."
HeinrixCatching himself, Heinrix clears his throat and takes a step back, breaking eye contact. His usual impassive expression returns. "Thank you, Rogue Trader. I see no reason to detain you any longer."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have not forgotten, Heinrix. I just enjoy baiting you too much."
HeinrixSlowly, Heinrix draws close to your face, almost close enough to violate the rules of propriety. "You have succeeded spectacularly in that. But you haven't considered what happens when I've finally had enough of your provocations and I..."
HeinrixCatching himself, Heinrix clears his throat and takes a step back, breaking eye contact. His usual impassive expression returns. "Thank you, Rogue Trader. I see no reason to detain you any longer."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you going to punish me for misconduct?"
Heinrix"I— what?" Heinrix asks in astonishment.
YOU"I am simply trying to establish what penalties you are threatening to impose upon me."
Heinrix"Threatening..." Heinrix sighs. "I am not trying to frighten you, [Name]. I'm just appealing to your better judgement."
Heinrix"To be a Rogue Trader — to be empowered to transgress the limits of Imperial law and make decisions that would risk charges of heresy for anyone else — is to put yourself at risk. The interdicts of the God-Emperor were created in part to protect Humanity from thousands upon thousands of dangers." Heinrix takes a breath. "I only hope that you... that you don't forget the threats hanging over us all."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Lay formal charges against me, Interrogator, or cease these toothless outbursts. I will not tolerate them."
HeinrixHeinrix draws back sharply, clearly surprised by the force of your response. "I apologise if my words sounded ominous. I am not charging you with anything."
Heinrix"To be a Rogue Trader — to be empowered to transgress the limits of Imperial law and make decisions that would risk charges of heresy for anyone else — is to put yourself at risk. The interdicts of the God-Emperor were created in part to protect Humanity from thousands upon thousands of dangers." Heinrix takes a breath. "I only hope that you... that you don't forget the threats hanging over us all."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I am ready to accept any punishment you deem appropriate for my thoughtless actions. You may deliver it personally, right here, in front of everyone."
HeinrixYou do not immediately recognise the change that has come over the Interrogator's unusually imperturbable face. Only after a moment does realisation dawn: the speechless Heinrix van Calox is blushing. He turns away, equal parts furious and mortified, refusing to meet your gaze. "Throne damn you, [Name], stop testing my patience!"
Heinrix"To be a Rogue Trader — to be empowered to transgress the limits of Imperial law and make decisions that would risk charges of heresy for anyone else — is to put yourself at risk. The interdicts of the God-Emperor were created in part to protect Humanity from thousands upon thousands of dangers." Heinrix takes a breath. "I only hope that you... that you don't forget the threats hanging over us all."continues where this line first appears above
HeinrixHeinrix glances behind him and hisses, "Enough, von Valancius! This is not the time for your jokes. Now retract your claws and listen to what I am trying to tell you."
Heinrix"To be a Rogue Trader — to be empowered to transgress the limits of Imperial law and make decisions that would risk charges of heresy for anyone else — is to put yourself at risk. The interdicts of the God-Emperor were created in part to protect Humanity from thousands upon thousands of dangers." Heinrix takes a breath. "I only hope that you... that you don't forget the threats hanging over us all."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you know who you remind me of? My Seneschal. He also frequently offers unsolicited criticism of my choices."
Heinrix"Master Werserian can at times come across as a grumpy old man — if the esteemed officer will forgive me for saying so. But I have come to know his character, and yours, well enough now to conclude that his attempts to provide guidance are warranted."
YOU"Are you lecturing me, Interrogator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This isn't about the flouting of Imperial law. You're worried about me, aren't you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you going to punish me for misconduct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you know who you remind me of? My Seneschal. He also frequently offers unsolicited criticism of my choices."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This isn't about the flouting of Imperial law. You're worried about me, aren't you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you going to punish me for misconduct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you know who you remind me of? My Seneschal. He also frequently offers unsolicited criticism of my choices."continues where this line first appears above
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HeinrixHeinrix is glaring at you, clearly expecting a response of some kind.
YOU"Are you lecturing me, Interrogator?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"This isn't about the flouting of Imperial law. You're worried about me, aren't you?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Are you going to punish me for misconduct?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Do you know who you remind me of? My Seneschal. He also frequently offers unsolicited criticism of my choices."continues where this line first appears above