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[alderwood]

As some of you may have noticed, there was an incident in Kithika that resulted in numerous people being injured or killed.

Those responsible are making reparations. Visiting hours in the prison are 1300 to 1900, for anyone that wants to see Kal or Jor-El.

[His expression flicks down to paperwork on his desk, which he straightens out meticulously.]

I'm offering compensation for any injuries sustained. This was done in my service, so if you were hurt either fighting the Kryptonians or the other dangers in Kithika, speak with me.

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[superieure]

As well as the pleasure of your company, or is that wishful thinking on my part?

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[alderwood]

Incredibly wishful. Or is it information you're after? I'm some centuries away from the possibility of liquor loosening my tongue.

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[superieure]

You're well aware I only need a few minutes.

[It's idly said, not as a threat, just a statement of fact. Maybe it's not wise to say this to the Emperor, but she has her pride.]

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[alderwood]

I'd heard you were better than 'a few minutes'.

[His tone is very mild. Whether she's threatening him is irrelevant, but she plays an interesting game.]

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[superieure]

[Monet laughs.]

Constructive criticism?

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[alderwood]

Of a sort.

[He tilts his head faintly, and then reaches for a water glass at his elbow.]

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[superieure]

You'd rather I was less gentle with your subjects?

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[alderwood]

If you become a problem for them, I will stop you. Until then it harms nothing to let you do as you please.