{Thrawn Vs. Vader, round 2}
"Commander Hammerly, how many moons are you reading?"
"Moons, sir?" Hammerly asked, sounding bewildered.
Vader turned to face her. Again, one of Thrawn's subordinates questioning the admiral's orders. Perhaps it was time to deliver a reminder of the need for instant and unquestioning obedience. "Yes, sir - moons," Hammerly added quickly.
Vader looked at Thrawn. There was no indication that was considering punishing the commander, not even with a verbal rebuke, for her questioning orders. Indeed he seemed merely intent on receiving her answer.
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"I assume you sent assistance?"
Faro felt her lip twitch. "I sent four TIES Defenders, sir," she said. "They were unable to significantly affect the outcome."
"I doubt that, Commodore," Thrawn said calmly. "Even if they merely drove off reinforcements to the freighter they nevertheless contributed to its capture. Did Commander Kimmund take any prisoners?"
"Yes, sir, he reports they have three," Faro said, feeling some tension in her shoulders. Grand Admiral Thrawn always saw the big picture, choosing to concentrate on the success and learn from the failures. Vader, if his reputation wasn't exaggerated, would probably have left a trail of bodies behind him after such a lackluster report.
It was entirely possible that he still might.
"Excellent," Thrawn said. [...]
"Do you wish any cultural downloads sent to you? I have a high-speed transmitter ready."
It was only a small smile; but to Faro it spoke volumes.
~
[In the photos: the absolutely gorgeous Thrawn #SeventhFleet #earrings by @geekablycute. Check also the second photo, with the stunning shiny back!
In the background: art by @intoalargerworldbykara. And, yes, the first one is actually a real shot with just very minimal editing. 🙃]
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