[quote=@Araby264] *to the rest* T: Welcome. I'm offering refuge here, a new home if you will. A: And? T: *raises an eyebrow* And what? A: There have to be conditions. T: of course there are. Like any city, I have laws. A: And what about initial rules? Until we learn the laws. T: well, I have three rules initially. One: you must obey my word as law. This is not a matter of control, but a matter of safety. I- we, if you choose to stay- are at war. I have knowledge beyond what you do, power beyond that. If I say that enemies are coming, or that you need to hide, I need to know that you will listen. *there is some grumbling.* Two: I will need a blood sample from one of each of your species. This is to make sure that the food I grow, clothes and armor, for those of you who may choose to fight for me, I make do not harm you. *there are more signs of dissent.* Three: I would like a full recounting of your races cultures. *there is surprise.* Even though I may be strict and I may, on occasion, have a temper... I want you to think of this place as your home. I want you to be comfortable here, to take pride in your city. Your empire. The city has homes, shops, restaurants, anything you may want or need will be provided. Yes you will need to work, yes you will need to in time pay taxes- reasonable ones- and yes, I will be your queen. But I will also do my best to be fair. A:... J: it's better than what we had. V: I agree. We can try this place out, give it a chance. If we don't like it, we can always leave. A: fine. Then we agree. *to Virgil* we will stay here. Try out what you have. If in a month you stay u your word... We will become perminantly part of your empire. T: Good. The city is open and ready for you to choose what is yours. Try to get along. I have peacekeeping droids on the lookout for any fights that may break out. A: we won't cause trouble. T: *nods* *the new citizens leave the throne room.* [img]http://fc07.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2014/038/b/f/black_castle_by_felt_heart-d75hlsl.jpg[/img] [/quote] Hm...I have a question. Has my lab been set up?