Astrid: Elu does not matter. Get me the mining rights, and I will support you. Don’t forget, I have a vision for our nation. One in which we expand the very nature of our existence. I will not hesitate to remove Cove if you cannot control him and his people. Enjoy your time with his family.—Mom
Ciaran’s heart quickened. Sweat dripped from his forehead. He stuffed his phone back in his pocket and left the cabin, following Cove to their platform. President Elu waited. Being honest with a world leader was foolish. He knew he had no choice. His mother would destroy Cove if she could.
It did not do well to dwell. He would treat this like a bandage. Tear it off and face the pain. Ciaran nodded to President Elu. He stood on the platform of their station, flanked by Elowen and Heath.
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