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Guul listens to you and, at last, nods. "We have for some time been aware of the Surgeons, and the risk they present to this planet." Then he smiles. "Commendable that you've chosen to lie to them—and yet that you wish to be completely honest and open with me."

You open your mouth to respond to that, but Guul holds up a hand, halting you. "The Surgeons' philosophy is not compatible with that of MetaHuman; the strict discipline they would impose on this world would close off many opportunities for us. For that reason, you'll have to choose between us. Maybe that choice is already made, or maybe you require a little longer—to think, or to wait for further information. In any case, as CEO of MetaHuman, you are likely a pivotal player in this drama. The Surgeons might be able to offer you great power. Certainly, MetaHuman would be a dangerous enemy if you chose to go against us."

And that, apparently, is all he wishes to say on the matter.

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