Valorum nodded in a distracted way. “We can’t stand by and do nothing. The Jedi express as much in private, and yet even they are divided. If Master Dooku becomes any more vocal in his criticisms of the Senate and the Order, the Council may have to restrict him to the Temple.” He fell silent, then said, “Well, I certainly don’t have to tell you. People tell me you’ve become his confidant.” Instead of responding to that comment, Palpatine said, “And Master Yoda?” “Inscrutable as ever,” Valorum said. “But troubled, I think.”
