Back on the Rhytil'Vox, High Regent Tal'Karr had summoned his most trusted emissary, Rhi'Taal, a master manipulator and diplomat. Rhi'Taal was skilled in the art of persuasion, and it was clear that the time had come to make their move."She is strong," Rhi'Taal said, his voice smooth as velvet. "But she is also afraid. That makes her vulnerable. The core speaks to her—it calls to her in ways she doesn't fully understand. We will use that. We'll offer her an alliance."Tal'Karr's gaze hardened. "An alliance? She is a threat, not an ally. The core is the most powerful weapon in the galaxy. We cannot allow her to wield it freely. She must be controlled."Rhi'Taal nodded, though his tone remained calm. "We will control her. But we must be careful. She is still young, still finding her way. The power of the core, combined with her untested resolve, makes her unpredictable. If we offer her an alliance, she may see it as the only way to save her people."Tal'Karr's lips curled into a smile. "If she refuses… then we destroy her. Simple as that. But if we can convince her that working with us is the only path to victory, then she'll be ours."Rhi'Taal's eyes gleamed. "Indeed. The core is a tool. And Lena, whether she likes it or not, will be the key to unlocking its true potential."