[Chris gives a small nod and takes Caleb's hand so he can bring it up to kiss his palm.]
We will.
[He says it with cool certainty.]
I said it before, when I first showed up here with you, I've done this. I've laid in wait in the shadows, taking stock and keeping connections and watching for the time to strike. I've toppled a ruling power and taken over before, I'll do it again if it means keeping hold of those who wish to make new lives here. I waited five years back home, we're two down.
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We will.
[He says it with cool certainty.]
I said it before, when I first showed up here with you, I've done this. I've laid in wait in the shadows, taking stock and keeping connections and watching for the time to strike. I've toppled a ruling power and taken over before, I'll do it again if it means keeping hold of those who wish to make new lives here. I waited five years back home, we're two down.