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. It will look as if the hand of God has struck the king down." The Knight Officer was making his report.
"It is God who strikes, Knight Officer. We but work His divine will," the Knight Commander reminded his subordinate. "Once the king is dead, we will claim responsibility through divine intercession."
"Yes, Knight Commander." The Knight Officer's response was subdued; he was sensible of being reprimanded. He continued.
"As for the primary negative wave device itself, it functions well, far beyond expectations. It is easily disguised. The waves are not visible, nor are they detectable by any means. They are completely harmless to everyone but the king. He will drop down dead. The people standing around him will suffer absolutely no ill effects. The waves penetrate all shields, including laser-proof steelglass. Only divine intervention could save His Majesty."
"Unlikely. Still, we will take no chances. You have completed the construction of the smaller, handheld device?"
"Yes, Knight Commander. It has been made to your specifications, but ..." The Knight Officer's voice trailed off. What he had been about to say amounted to criticism of the head of his order.
"What is it, Knight Officer? Is there a problem?"
"The unit requires a power source, Knight Commander. The device itself is disguised as you required. It looks innocent enough, but the power source--"
"All is arranged
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