Schemeplotting...
Schemeplotting...
17 quotes (17 spoken, 0 mentions)
“Klbkch.”
“Ah. I see.”
“And why should I entertain her request?”
“And this Human is genuine? She does not fear the Antinium?”
“Interesting. So you have faith this venture may be rewarded?”
“This Human did? What species would desire the presence of Workers if not to work?”
“The plan has not changed, Klbkch. But we have. And not in the ways that we desire. I am weary, and you—ten years. No; the change comes from the others. The Grand Queen speaks. The other Queens once again question our lack of success.”
“Very well. Try, then.”
“Of that, I have no doubt. But I need more than your loyalty. Klbkchhezeim of the Centenium. I must have success. Can you promise me that?”
“Good.”
“Ahem. These flies…how do they taste?”
“Something must be done in the next few years. Some—tangible success. Or I will accede to the will of the others and pursue another project in the Hivelands.”
“Not as such. Calm yourself, my Prognugator. My authority is undiminished, such as it is. And yet. The Queens move, Klbkch. They are waiting for an opening, and they would sacrifice us if they saw a chance to strike.”
“Yes. But they grow impatient with time. The Grand Queen speaks more than she acts. However, she is correct. We cannot continue this endeavor for nothing to show for it. Ten years. They speak of recalling us, idly for now. But they do speak. That is why I will allow this risk. Take twelve Workers. Let them visit this Solstice child. It may harm, but we have been a decade of failure.”
“Then go. But there is one more thing I ask of you.”
“And you think her worth spending your time and the Hive's effort upon, even risking an Aberration.”
“Do I understand you correctly, Klbkch? Do you truly believe sending Workers above is wise? If they become Aberration all together, Liscor’s Council will not remain silent. Have you confidence in this venture?”