The robed figure nodded slowly, considering Vellok's words. "And what of the emperor's decree? Do you believe conscripting the ratmen is a mistake?"
"No, there's truth in how you plan to use the ratmen, but after what I've just told you, you must see why so many things can go wrong," the figure nodded as light flickered back on the tower.
"I understand what you're saying, brother, but what you're suggesting is impossible, especially in times like these."
"You expect the goblins to suddenly show leniency and kindness to the ratmen after all these years? We've ingrained in every goblin the belief that we are above the ratmen. Changing that now, and having them dine at the same table as us, is unthinkable when we need all goblins united to protect our world."
