‘I know some people think me omnipotent, but there is a catch with being all powerful and all knowing.’ ‘Which is?’ ‘You can’t be both at the same time,’ said the figure with a wry smile. ‘So what happens now?’ ‘I finish the game.’ ‘This one?’ asked Kai, puzzled. ‘No,’ said the figure. ‘Our game is done, and I thank you for it.’ ‘Will I see you again?’ His opponent laughed. ‘Who knows, Kai? If our game has taught me anything, it is that all things are possible.’ ‘But you’re going to die.’ ‘I know,’ said the Emperor.

