Star Ranger -- you've got the distinction between servitor and soldier right. That's how we've been using the terms in this story.
As for what Megumi wants, well, all I can say is go back to chapter one and reread her dialog after Doug wakes up and before Paradox appears on the scene.
Actually, the chapter got split because it was simply too huge. It was split at the last minute because Chris and I couldn't quite decide where to do it, and had to consult with the prereaders with a complete chapter in hand.
-- Bob
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...The President is on the line
As ninety-nine crab rangoons go by...
As for what Megumi wants, well, all I can say is go back to chapter one and reread her dialog after Doug wakes up and before Paradox appears on the scene.
Actually, the chapter got split because it was simply too huge. It was split at the last minute because Chris and I couldn't quite decide where to do it, and had to consult with the prereaders with a complete chapter in hand.
-- Bob
---------
...The President is on the line
As ninety-nine crab rangoons go by...