The Whispering Shadows of Valhalla

The Unexpected Invitation

Aaron is already waiting for them in the hallway, he and the other Imperial guards are kitted in their lighter casual armor. Aaron a few others don't have their helmets on opting for only their body protection. They kneel at the sight of the Caesar.

"My Caesar, I had been wishing to talk to you," Aaron speaks up as he rises back to his feet.

Robertus is taken aback by this, Aaron doesn't usually speak out. "Yes Aaron what is it? Has something happened?"

"I am just concerned with your offer to the Cherwinski Corporation, I am not saying this due to Tyrell or Kata, my interests lay in that of the Deus, and he would not like it if something were to happen to you. I think its more imperative to ensure your safety over that of even the Pimogies of Parba. I will admit that both Tyrell and Kata were in agreement on those sentiments, but that Tyrell was more insulted but what seemed to be your lack of trust in him and the military to solve these issues. I don't see an issue in flexing our might on the Cherwinskis or the Nest. I think its fair that they know what we are capable of. Especially the Nest, the need to know if needed we need to we can put the boot down on them."

Robertus smiles as he places his hand on Aaron, if I even just had five of you, I could sleep assured that if the Nest tried something they would all be dead. Thats without even taking into account that I also have thirty royal guards."

"Caesar, we will make sure your faith is not unfounded." Aaron salutes, "To the throne room?"

Robertus nods, Aaron leads the way. Robertus starts to ponder on Korë. He does love her, he has to chuckle a bit to himself at how she didn't show him her unshackle excitement. He smiles, he is glad she is happy. He will have to go see Juniper at some point today so he can get her thoughts on everything. He actually thinks she will be pleased, Juniper while initially displeased, with Korë when they first met, they have grown close to each other, there is a love there, if only he can help it to blossom. He wouldn't be the first Pimogie, let alone the first Caesar to have multiple Gözdes. Deus Gaia Maxima was a secondary Gözdes of Deus Gaia Tata, she feel into the position of emperor when Deus Tata was assassinated. She helped to put Tata's vision into action, she helped the Pimogies to come together and form the empire. If it wasn't for her Robertus wouldn't be here, who could say what the world would look like if there was no Maxima.

It's a scary thought to have, a world without a Pimogie Empire. The prosperity and the peace that the empire has brought to the billions and billions of people who live with in it. All the nature that has been preserved and the technology they have created. They have made the universe a better place, the hollow Federation has done nothing but exploit anything they could get their hands on. They rob the land murder anyone who won't bend the knee to them, they are nothing but a vile disease on the universe. Its no wonder the Pimgoies left Earth Prime the first chance they got all those centuries ago. Only the Artimites and some Domine Militum remain behind, helping the ruins of the old american cities to decay back into the ground. Robertus starts to remember he had some of his Mirlings were going there at somepoint to do some excavation work on Earth Prime, sounded like it could be interesting, there are many Natu who believe there are still many secrets left behind. The old myths of stars falling from the sky and angels were never much of Robertus' interest, Claudius and even Solomon tried to get him to look into those ancient stories.

They climb down the stairs of the palace continuing on their way to the throne room. Robertus wonders what his mom would think, he is tempted to ask Kata, but she will likely be too heated with his decision to take away the protection that is offered by her. He didn't over step his command she does bend the knee to him, but he is starting to come to terms with he was too rash and should have brought Tyrell and her into agreement first. It was still a better move to send in the suits to handle the work of cleaning Zaozer, it requires a delicate touch, a concealed hand to take care of the troublemakers. A large show of force would cause too much commotion and trouble in general, its just not worth it. Things must be played quiet as to not erupt violence across the whole planet.