Tang Xiao's stern face appeared in the holographic projection as he looked impassively at the Chiss before him.
Mature, beautiful, valiant, imposing—yet in her eyes was an almost imperceptible trace of longing and humility. It was an emotion she revealed only when standing before Tang Xiao, born of fear toward the only man who had ever conquered her.
Though Tann had never met an equal on the battlefield, during the battle of the Blade Fleet, Tang Xiao—transformed into Darth Malthael—had made her understand completely that everything she possessed was built upon Tang Xiao's foundation. This man held terrifying power and terrifying authority. Before him, she was utterly incapable of resistance.
"Master... I have purged the Republic fleet from the Rendili system, and..." Sefrans Tann said somewhat urgently.
"So you want that so-called reward?" Tang Xiao sneered. "Understand one thing, Sefrans Tann. You are not qualified to demand anything from me. Everything you desire—if I do not grant it, you have no right to ask for it."
"Yes..." Sefrans Tann lowered her eyes. When she raised them again, there was a hint of pleading in them. "I captured two Republic Navy Lieutenant Generals. This will be a victory for the Fourth Civilization, for Dawn Star Planet... and for you, Governor. It will be... an unstoppable step forward for us."
"So, what do you want?" Tang Xiao asked coldly.
"I want to... return to your side..." Before Sefrans Tann could finish, a vicious glint flashed through Tang Xiao's eyes. He raised a hand and clenched it in the air, and an invisible force instantly seized her slender throat!
Tang Xiao's icy voice echoed in her ears. "If that is your wish, I can fulfill it. Return to Dawn Star Planet, be locked in a pitch-black basement, and then countless clones of mine