
There are
still a few that he hasn't swayed yet. Those that merely watch
him go by, not bothering to show any sign of respect, little
knowing who he is. He doesn't mind so much now. They will
learn.
He goes about the masquerade of his usual
routine, following long outdated patterns to avoid arousing
suspicion. And it works, for awhile. Those that begin to
suspect otherwise, he arranges convenient accidents to dispose
of them, then puts on a mournful face and speaks fondly of
them. But soon, it won't matter.
The Jaffa was the
first to go. He betrayed his god once; he would do it again
without hesitation. And so, he went "missing" on a mission,
never to return and continue his treachery. No one ever
considered he could've been betrayed, and such was
good.
Then there was the woman. She had always been too
smart for her own good. A bit of conveniently arranged
evidence, a few buttons pushed, and he had the grounds to
declare her insane. His doctors readily confirmed her
neurosis, and placed her under heavy guard where she could
hurt no one. He hasn't decided whether to take his pleasure
with her before disposing of her or not.
The man...he
isn't bright enough to pose any threat. He left on his own,
before anything could be done, and hasn't made a single
attempt to find out the truth. He's sure that the man will
show up again soon. But it doesn't matter.
Alone in
this fortress he has built, he reaches out and caresses the
switches lovingly, their understated power as precious as
silk. Very soon, they will give him complete control over the
planet. And then they will know what a god is capable
of.