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[were_it_so_easy]

It has been mentioned that fortifications may be necessary. But, not all fortifications are of physical means. I know well that it can be the one at your back that can stab or support in the heat of battle. An alliance can be fortifying indeed.

Demon, perhaps it is better we settle this grudge between us.

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[catherine_b320]

[She's silent for a time. A Sangheili, an Elite, trying to settle anything with a means beyond an energy sword to the gut? Unheard of. Go-go-gadget Spartan paranoia.]

What do you have in mind?

[Her tone is flat, but doesn't quite manage to be devoid of inflection. One day, her curiosity will no doubt get her killed.]

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[were_it_so_easy]

A discussion, to end this evident hostility before it hampers us.

[They are being told that great monsters will rise against them. As with the parasite, it is a suggestion that they would face this shared enemy first.]

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[catherine_b320]

My terms.

[You wanna argue, Arbiter? Be her guest. She's not budging on this matter.]

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[were_it_so_easy]

As you will not come unarmed, then do not demand that of me.

[That is his term for your terms.]

Name your other terms.

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[catherine_b320]

As if I would try.

[Her tone is equal parts irritated and sarcastic. Really, Elite? You think her so stupid? Don't answer that, by the way, she might have to put a MAC round through your skull. She'll get you. And your little capybara, too.]

26:00, coordinates to follow.

[were_it_so_easy]

To be continued...