The Grand Admiral steepled his hands in front of his face.
" My government wants no war with the Galactic Empire, nor its Sith protectors. I do not claim to know anything of the Force, but I know it is indeed powerful. I harbor no false hopes of an easy victory should our forces come to blows.
" I believe that as the current officer in charge, it is my duty to see that what has been built does not fall while I am at its helm.
" Your offer is genuine, and I see no reason that personal vendetta mark relations between two governments. The feud of two men should not affect two trillion.
" I want peace with my allies and victory over my enemies. You, sir, are not in the later category."