I knew my speech would cause my detractors to come out of the woodwork! There are many ways for a man to discern who his enemies are.

Apparently Reenk Roink has an interest in my demise. First he urges the rebels to kill me... then urges the senators to lynch me if they don't. Now how do you think the rebels would respond to this?

The rebels know that if I am killed, my vengeful spirit will dog their steps until the end of their short lives. This is the worst-case outcome for them; obviously they won't do it if they don't have to. It makes some sense for Reenk to challenge them to kill me, then, as that's the outcome the senate might hope for.

However, Reenk doesn't stop there. He then urges the senate to lynch me if the rebels let me live. That's precisely what the rebels are hoping for, as they know that my death at the hands of the mob rids them - permanently - of one of their most dangerous rivals. So it's hardly a surprise that I have lived through the night.

Reenk, please explain yourself, for I find your words unwelcome and suspicious.

Then we have newcomer Ituralde. Can his unenlightened accusation be attributed to ignorance? Let's see.

Quote Originally Posted by Ituralde
It has come to my attention that Senator Kommodus has openly declared that he will collaborate with the Rebels, if they would spare his life.
It would appear that he misuses the word "collaborate." The word collaborate implies cooperation, aid, assistance. I promised no such thing.

You see, even when not using my full analytical abilities, I remain one of the most dangerous foes of the rebels. I have many weapons at my disposal. I have only promised to withhold the use of my most dangerous weapons, which are formidable indeed, should the rebels spare my life.

And yet Ituralde has the nerve to accuse me of conspiracy with the rebels! My fellow senator, if true senator you be, I would have your head at this moment were it not for the respect I have for the democratic process!

With two strong suspects to choose from, I choose for now to vote: Ituralde. His mistaken move will only have the effect of serious harm to the senate. Let him explain himself!