Here's part one of four teasers I'm going to release. I'd like feedback, and if it's good feedback I'll give you thanks in the credits. 
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The cream marble squeaked against the rubber of Dansaals boots as he strolled slowly down a winding path in one of the Senate Palaces many gardens. A bead of sweat silently formed on his forehead as waves of humidity washed over him. Pausing at a small fountain to take a mouthful of water, Dansaal realised he was not alone. He could feel an entity, watching him, summing him up and noting every one of his weaknesses. Although security in the palace was generally very good, break-ins were not impossible and an assailant could gain access via the public tours that ran throughout the week.
As he span round, Dansaal quickly snapped into the fighting stance he had been taught as a child; feet balanced at a gentle right angle, resting on the balls of his heels with his fists raised to bloke an oncoming attack. The path he previously been walking along was empty and the tropical fauna around him appeared as undisturbed as it had always been. No assailant was in sight. The thumping of his heart mingled with the soft trickle of the fountain as Dansaal hastily surveyed the surrounding area, whoever was there, they knew how to hide themselves very well.
"Hello brother." Oozed an oh so familiar voice. He knew who it was even before he had turned round. Once again his step brother had proved himself to be a better man than him, in this situation he had had managed to get under Dansaals guard.
"Catarm...I should have known it was you." Sighed Dansaal, although the real threat was gone, you could never be too sure around Catarm.
"Youre getting sloppy these days brother, maybe you should review the last Kata Master Ouyo taught us." Chided Catarm, Dansaals sparring partner in the martial arts lessons they attended twice a week.
"Father has been looking for you." Dansaal ignored his step brothers comments, he didnt want to give him the added satisfaction. "I imagine its about the upcoming council meeting."
"How is the old fool?" Smirked Catarm, "I havent seen him since the last meeting, hes been hiding away with those dusty old bureaucrats he relies on so much."
"You should show more respect, not only is he the head of the Senate, he is our father, and he----"
"He is not my father." The already unpleasant atmosphere seemed to suddenly get heavier as Catarm interrupted. "I warned mother about marrying him, hes a dreamer and exactly what the city doesnt need."
"I would not be so free with your comments, brother." Now it was Dansaals turn to Chide. You may be the next in line for Head Senator, but anyone can be tried for treason."
"Spare me the lecture brother," returned Catarm. "I received the same one from you a few days a go."
"All the same, I think----"
"When I inherit Barlaans position things shall change drastically around here." Catarms motive was becoming clearer and clearer. "The sooner I receive whats due, the sooner the city can move into the future instead of wallowing in the past." they had been meandering down the path, but now, Catarm stopped and turned to Dansaal. "Can I count on your support brother? The coming times will try the whole city, I will need strong men like you." Before Dansaal could reply, Catarm continued. "No. Dont answer now, I cannot burden you with this knowledge. For now, I shall go, I have many things to prepare." Catarm slowly backed away, heading for the exit door to the left of them.
"Brother! Wait!"
"Together we shall form the greatest empire the human race has ever known!"And with that, he was gone.
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