Palpatine appeared suitably chastened. “Might I be of some use to the Sith?” “Possibly,” Plagueis said. “Perhaps even likely. But we would have to wait and see.” “Where are the Sith?” Plagueis allowed a smile. “Just now there is only one. Unless, of course, it is your will to join me.” Palpatine nodded. “I do wish to join you.” “Then kneel before me and pledge that it is your will to join your destiny forever with the Order of the Sith Lords.” Palpatine stared at the floor, then genuflected, uttering, “It is my will to join my destiny forever with the Order of the Sith Lords.” Plagueis
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