“Jedi Skywalker survived the war, then?” “Sadly, he did not,” the Emperor said. “I mourn his passing,” Thrawn said. “He was a most cunning and…may I consult my translator?” “You may,” the Emperor said. His eyes narrow slightly. The yellow tinge now appears stronger. “Eqhuwa.” “Courageous,” Vanto translated. His face radiates extra heat. The muscles beneath his tunic show stiffness. His lips compress tightly before and after he speaks the word. “He was a most cunning and courageous warrior,” Thrawn