A few of them, the oldest and best-trusted, were actually on Corinth, the Imperial planet itself, only an ocean away from the palace. They shifted uneasily in their sculptured couches under his steady gaze. The scientists had come from all ends of the Empire to reveal their findings to the Emperor. “Then it is certain?” he asked, his voice grave but strong despite the news they had given him. Although there were forty other men and women seated in the chamber, the Emperor knew he was alone. The Emperor of the Hundred Worlds stood at the head of the conference chamber, tall, gray, grim-faced. And for Gordy, with our deepest thanks for his unfailing kindness and generosity. For Sally, who makes everything possible, and for Courtney, who makes everything fun.- A.J.A.
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