"I understand, my friend." Though Malcador did not share the same feeling, he knew what the Emperor was trying to convey.
Another material version of himself.
If that Lord of Flame and Lightning truly was as he appeared to be, as he believed himself to be, then this was indeed humanity's good fortune.
"We should show our sincerity," the Emperor said. "Perhaps we can invite him here, let him see our plans and our strength."
"This may not be a good idea." Malcador shook his head.
"Perhaps not, or perhaps it is." The Emperor tried to persuade him. "We should not test him again. Though what happened on Saturn was not a test, he clearly does not see it that way. If he truly is like-minded, our actions will drive such a person to the opposing side."
After considering the Emperor's words, Malcador found himself quite in agreement.
"Then it is settled. We will receive him, and we will proceed with our most important task as well: unifying the Eagle Nations and the Dragon Nations," the Emperor said.
After another moment of thought, Malcador nodded again.
But as both an adviser and a kindred spirit, Malcador had to make the stakes clear. "We must recognize the consequences of being wrong, even if the chance of misjudgment is low..."
"I know, Malcador. I know," the Emperor said. "But what we should understand even more clearly is that faster-than-light travel without touching the Warp is no challenge for one who wields the power of the C'tan. Perhaps humanity's first step toward escaping the Warp need not be achieved through the Webway. Think about that possibility. Any price we pay will be worth it."
Malcador considered it once more, then finally nodded. "Yes. I will do as you say."
Malcador was undoubtedly