Selene withdrew from the conversation temporarily to analyse the tactical situation. It was possible the conversation was intended to distract her, nothing more. The situation hadn"t changed: the Dragon and the halo of Concordance ships were converging, and little would happen until they reached weapon range. “Sure,” Selene said. “Tell me if it would help to get it off your chest.” Godel laughed a little, joyless laugh, enjoying the power she held over Selene. “Omn opened his Great Eye and despaired at a galaxy tearing itself to pieces. He summoned Primo Vulpis to his side and revealed the divine plan. Soon, very soon, you will see that plan"s ultimate unfolding. Did you really think you would be able to comprehend it, scratching around in the ruins of dead worlds, the broken stones of

