Rhea'li had thought he'd come to know Emet-Selch better. He felt like he could see why the other man had raised the empire that would subjugate others beneath its heel, why he'd raised his hand from beyond the grave to help him despite the bitter loss. He'd thought that upon this new star, Emet-Selch would not be so inclined to pass judgement...

Rhea'li's ears flatten as his eyes narrow. "I would prefer they were given the chance for survival, rather than the choice be stolen from them."