“I think you already know why I’m here, Vexil.” His eyes widened, then he placed his hands on the desk, half prostrating himself in an attempt at appeasement. “No, wait!” My fist cracked against his beak, sending him sprawling to the ground. Vexil lay unmoving on the lush carpet. Behind me, Lok let out a great peal of laughter. “By the son of the red planet, Stardust, I think you killed him!” “Oh shit, did I?” I asked, running over to the concerningly still bird. The door burst open, and a panting Sol rushed in. “Did I miss it?” he asked. “She punched him to death,” Lok roared, before doubling
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