Years Best SF 10 by David G. Hartwell

Years Best SF 10 by David G. Hartwell

Author:David G. Hartwell [Hartwell, David G.]
Format: epub, mobi
Tags: English, Fiction, Sci-fi, Short Story (Sci-fi), Anthology
ISBN: 9780060575618
Publisher: Eos
Published: 2005-05-04T22:00:00+00:00


“The envoy ignored it,” Ali replied.

“I see. It is as I thought. The demon is a danger to us all. It must die. And soon.”

Ali’s face did not betray his emotions. He said only: “Best not to have it done in secret. There are already rumors.”

“There are always rumors.”

“Fortunately,” Ali went on, “the Emperor wishes to intimidate the English envoy. Tomorrow, they will play at chess in the Diwan-i-Am courtyard.”

“And the pieces?”

“The Emperor has ordered the palace prison cleared. The Captain of the Guard will choose the players. Those that survive will be pardoned.”



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