The crimson child -Male Sith Reader-

Call for war

"Esteemed colleagues," she began, her voice carrying a steely edge, "Jedi Kenobi's report paints a chilling picture of the situation on Mandalore. It is evident that Duchess Satine's change of heart poses a grave threat to the stability of the Republic."

Her words sparked murmurs of concern among the senators, their brows furrowed in apprehension as they absorbed her insidious insinuation.

"By aligning herself with Nathema and forsaking the Republic," Senator Burtoni continued, her tone accusatory, "Duchess Satine has shown herself to be not only unreliable but potentially hostile to our interests."

She paused for effect, allowing her words to sink in, before pressing on with renewed fervor.

"Make no mistake, esteemed senators," Senator Burtoni declared, her voice ringing with conviction, "Mandalore's recent military advancements under the guise of progress are nothing short of a thinly veiled threat to the Republic's sovereignty."

A wave of unease swept through the chamber, the senators exchanging worried glances as Senator Burtoni's words cast a shadow of doubt over their previous convictions.

Obi-Wan, his jaw clenched in frustration, attempted to interject, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy and restraint in such delicate matters. But before he could voice his concerns, he was rudely interrupted by Senator Mee Deechi of Umbara, his voice resonating with a sense of urgency and agreement with Senator Burtoni's ominous assessment.

"Jedi Kenobi's report cannot be ignored," Senator Deechi proclaimed, his tone echoing Senator Burtoni's sentiments. "The Republic must act swiftly and decisively to neutralize the threat posed by Mandalore's newfound aggression."

As Senator Deechi's voice echoed through the chamber, a chorus of murmurs rose in agreement, the whispers of support spreading like wildfire among the gathered senators. Obi-Wan, his attempts at intervention thwarted once again, could only watch with growing dismay as the tide of opinion turned against his plea for caution.

Senator Burtoni seized upon the moment, her gaze sweeping across the assembly with a sense of triumph. "Esteemed colleagues," she declared, her voice cutting through the growing din, "the Republic cannot afford to ignore the signs of impending conflict. Mandalore's actions threaten not only our security but the very fabric of galactic stability."

Her words resonated with a sense of urgency, each syllable laden with the weight of her conviction. As she continued to lay out her case for military intervention, Senator Deechi nodded in agreement, his features set in a mask of determination.

"The time for debate is over," Senator Deechi proclaimed, his voice echoing with resolve. "We must act decisively to protect the Republic from the looming threat posed by Mandalore."

With each passing moment, the momentum of their argument grew, drawing more senators into their fold with promises of security and strength in the face of adversity. Obi-Wan, his heart heavy with apprehension, could only watch as the voices of reason were drowned out by the clamour for war.

As Senator Burtoni's impassioned speech resonated through the Senate chamber, her words struck a chord with those senators already predisposed to view Mandalore with suspicion. She skilfully wove together the threads of fear and uncertainty, painting a portrait of Mandalore as a looming menace, poised to disrupt the fragile peace of the galaxy.

"The recent developments on Mandalore cannot be ignored," Senator Burtoni declared, her voice ringing with conviction. "We have seen the rise of a militaristic regime under Duchess Satine's leadership, fueled by alliances with shadowy forces such as Nathema. This is not a mere change of political course; it is a blatant threat to the Republic's sovereignty."