a fight. It's the first proof we have that The
Hashons are still practicing their Old Religion, which is forbidden
by our Law."
26 "Very good!" snapped Morn, "I will see that all involved get what
they deserve."
27 As soon as the Officer left the room, Morn crumpled the report in
his hand. "Damn!" he thought. He had known about The Council for years,
and done all in his power to protect it. Now, a stinking piece of filth
had sold them out, and it could only mean serious trouble!
28 North, too, was disappointed he had not been able to stop the
arrests. By the time he heard of it, it was too late for his Agents to
spirit away The Council. The Lord's Guard Unit that had conducted the raid was one of the few
not in his control, and the news of the capture had gone out before he
could intercept it.
29 To Morn's surprise his father called within hours of the arrest.
Morn saluted in the official manner. "What does my Lord God request of
His humble servant?" he asked.
30 "I merely wish to congratulate you," answered The Lord God, "the
capture of The High Council could not have come at a better time. You
know, do you not, that The Hashon Anniversary of Their Conquest is but
fifteen days away?"
31 "Yes, my Lord," acknowledged Morn. "I am aware of that."
32 "On that day," continued The Lord God, "it is my intent that you are
to announce the order with my approval, that all Hashons throughout The
Empire are to be freed, and be risen to the state of commoner; those
among them considered worthy to be given the rank of
High Born that a special Games are to be set up for them, so that the
fittest could be chosen for high position.
33 I have planned this since your birth, so that you will fulfill an
Ancient Hashon Prophecy. Now, another