The Legend of Earth

Chapter 16



It took Jonnif several minutes to calm down after his conversation with the Juirean Elder. His aide Mininof stood beside him, watching his expression.

“Now you give it time,” Mininof said. “You have given all those trapped in the bunker much to think about.”

“I refuse to be dismissed so disrespectfully! Hydon is without legend, and I am the one standing in the ruins of his capital. He has no place to be condescending.”

“Just give it time, Jonnif. I’m sure that even now the seeds of rebellion are being planted. Hydon may have no real value to us strategically, but just knowing that his own people may soon turn against him must bring you great satisfaction.”

“It does,” Jonnif said with a grunt. “But I would have enjoyed it more if I’d heard fear in his voice.”

“You may still get the opportunity to experience that fear, and possibly in person. Patience, Jonnif. In the meantime, we must begin preparations for the arrival of the troop ships. There are still a lot of Juireans left to kill, here and elsewhere.”

With that comment, Jonnif of the Kracori smiled. The killing of Juireans had become his new favorite pastime. Eating them was his second best.