The Traitor's Delusion

Even just sitting there in silence, he made people feel an instinctive dread.

"I know who you are."

Clive gave a small nod and kept his eyes on Homer with that same unhurried calm. "It's late. What brings you here?"

"It's... well, hear me out."

The plan steeled his nerves. Homer drew in a breath and pushed forward. "Commander Rost, I'd like to talk about a partnership."

"A partnership. With me?"

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