Golqut spoke to an Earth leader, "Here''s an antidote. Take these concoctions. You''ll experience mild symptoms. Tell everyone, ''It''s just like the flu.''"


    "You promised me an entire planet of followers!" The Earth leader trembled, shortened of breath.


    "Patience," said Golqut, "those worthy shall develop immunity and superior strength, you''ll gain their unquestioning loyalty."


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    "He seems to believe it," said Golqut.


    "Indeed," replied Qaevix, "he''s the most motivated we''ve chosen yet. Anything for followers."


    "Homeworld appreciates your wisdom, Qaevix. We''ll need highly immune soldiers to occupy those planets where the virus dominates, and resilient workers to harvest their plentiful resources."