[ Mercy? He hasn't imprisoned Philippa, either in a contract or his basement. Cooperation? He plays nice with the Enterprise crew — very nice with a couple of them. Honesty? He hasn't spoken a lie in Michael's tenure. If she weren't so intent on avoiding him, she might give him the credit he's due. The contract will ameliorate the issue. His gaze flashes steel as he resists rising to her bait. ]
How about compromise? That's in the spirit of unity, isn't it? [ Dryly rhetorical. He gave his word, he'd refrain from further Federation versus Empire debate. He can still pay homage to his opinion. ]
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How about compromise? That's in the spirit of unity, isn't it? [ Dryly rhetorical. He gave his word, he'd refrain from further Federation versus Empire debate. He can still pay homage to his opinion. ]