Julian opened his eyes startled. "Serenity? You mean 'Control-Facet.' You are Astran, aren't you?"
"Of course, my son! Don't try to tell me what I mean!" He smiled with feral delight, then: "We're going to bomb the temple to its foundations—a mere token, of course. I shall have you carried to the observation tower.... It will be a welcome sight. Will you do us the honor of directing the routine, Serenity?"