Don't you even try to talk sweet to me. my son better be alright. Jack's Fine, Del. The kid's tranq'd at the moment, and a little scuffed, but healthy as a horse. We need him, Sis. Robert has big plans for Jack, plans that will help us achieve the dream! Jack will be vital in helping to resurrect the republic! Dear god... Beta knew right where to drive the wedge in on you, didn't he, Alpha? Get this through your skull. Beta has no intention of building anything but the kingdom of beta. And my son will not be part of that! Don't do this, Del. I don't want to hurt you... you may be able to dodge shots by regulars, but there's no way you'll step around one from me... Both of you! Stop it, right now!...