“In your studies,” he said carefully, “have you ever learned of the Sith?” Palpatine blinked, as if preoccupied. “A Jedi sect, weren’t they? The result of a kind of family feud.” “Yes, yes, in some ways just that. But more: the Sith are the prodigal offspring, destined to return and overthrow the Jedi.” Palpatine cut his eyes to Plagueis. “The Sith are considered to be evil.” “Evil?” Plagueis repeated. “What is that? Moments ago you defined yourself as a storm. You said you were death itself. Are you evil, then, or are you simply stronger and more awake than others? Who gives more shape to
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