"I will introduce myself."<br/><br/>He paused and then smiled, his response clearly an attempt at some form of humor.  Then, he continued.<br/><br/>"I will explain myself and ask why she is in hiding.  From there it would have to depend on what reasons she gives, but my ultimate goal is leadership of Creation, under the direction of the Unconquered Sun.  And if by chance she is outside Creation and held against her will, I will rescue her and do what I can to show her the error of her upbringing, and hopefully through her influence and power, achieve a more peaceful transition to Solar power.  I hold no desire for another Purge, or for undue bloodshed."<br/><br/>Two chairs moved suddenly out from the table, inexplicable until the ladies noticed Darius was pushing them out with his feet.<br/><br/>"Please, sit."