To Maldeos

"But I have a feeling he won't do that again. And.... I'm sure that despite the righteousness of my intentions, I have doomed us both."

Not understanding the root of the problem, the commander did not know what to say in response and preferred to remain in a cautious silence, only nodding politely, continuing to watch the comet that was already beginning to disappear as it melted into the dark mantle of the universe.

"Thank you for the warning, Commander. You may leave now."

And before the latter could retort, he dismissed him.

"Your Majesty," the commander bowed and slipped quietly back to the back of the room, dispersing again in a cloud of glowing dust.

Jiide Jeugolk paid no attention to his faithful knight's departure. Already he was looking toward the door that led to another room where something infinitely valuable was located. Rising to his feet, he walked over to the door engraved with very special moving spells and opened it.