He saw Laknym’s throat work. “Sir…I’m being asked to fire on my own family’s ships.” “Yes, you are,” Samakro agreed. “And you know the reason for that. You and the other Xodlak on this team are the ones most familiar with your ships’ weaponry and defenses.” “Yes, sir, and I understand that.” He hesitated again. “Here’s my problem, sir. The Xodlak are allies of the Irizi. Senior Captain Thrawn is of the Mitth, rivals of the Irizi. I’m wondering…do you think there might be…could there be a political aspect to this?” “An excellent question,” Samakro agreed. “Let me give you a simple answer: no.”
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