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d before Demerzel could possibly be
taken away in chains and there would simply be another Emperor that Demerzel
would serveand dominate.
Or would Demerzel tire of the game and make himself Emperor?
Never! The habit of anonymity was too strong in him. If Demerzel exposed himself
to the world, then his powers, his wisdom [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], his luck (whatever it was) would
surely desert him. Cleon was convinced of that. He felt it to be beyond dispute.
So while he behaved himself [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], Cleon was safe. With no ambitions of his own,
Demerzel would serve him faithfully.
And now here was Demerzel [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], dressed so severely and simply that it made Cleon
uneasily conscious of the useless ornamentation of his robes of state, now
thankfully removed with the aid of two valets. Naturally, it would not be until
he was alone and in dishabille that Demerzel would glide into view.
"Demerzel," said the Emperor of all the Galaxy, "I am tired!"
"State functions are tiring, Sire," murmured Demerzel.
"Then must I have them every evening?"
"Not every evening, but they are essential. It gratifies others to see you and
to be taken note of by you. It helps keep the Empire running smoothly."
"The Empire used to be kept running smoothly by power," said the Emperor
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