“And who’s that one?”
“That’s Armitage Hux, ruler of Arkanis, an unimportant planet that used to trade coral, pearls, and other sea riches with the Empire. It fell into poverty and famine when an orbital strike destroyed most of its oceans, 30 years ago. I would strongly advise against considering him, Supreme Leader, he’s got a reputation for being manipulative. He’s desperate for money to rebuild his homeland and would do anything to get it. Here, what about this one, A young senator, single and very loyal to your-
“Anything, you say?”
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