— Indeed, it seems to me that without a threat in your face and that of the crater, we would devour ourselves faster than we do now. — She casts a brief glance at the arena, where the fighters continued to bicker and argue with the judges and each other. — Physical captivity and mental fear keep our nature from introspection and self-destruction. But without us, you would find it duller and more pointless to rule over the void. Does this mean that our kinds are actually co-existent, hmm?
Beckoning one of the servants scurrying about the hall, she orders a new treat.
— Perhaps being reborn as a mindless animal or a plant in a dirt pot is just as meager a fate. Matters so cold in my nature inspire no trust. Life is given but once, and seeking a second chance is naivety or self-deception. — She offers one piece to the Sithian: — I hope the food familiar to us is acceptable to you? I would not want to discover that my servant requires a special diet.
- I don't want to eat from the same plate as you, can I have a different one? Otherwise, I agree - after all, we have no plans to destroy you, only to domesticate you.