I Have Played my Part Well

by Kiiro Pond

Dain reflecting on his service to the Shadow Lord. Dain reflecting on his perfection, reflecting on his failures.

1. Chapter 1

I have played my part well, have I not?

No one knew who I was – what I was.

I was perfect. There were no flaws.

Until you came.

It was easy. You humans were so easily fooled.

But you more than let me into your stronghold – your resistance movement. You loved me, as a son.

I had no feelings for you. What is the point of emotions? Just as a shadow has no mercy, no sorrow; a rock no want for companions, affection, care. I was no different.

I am the perfection of my master's creation. There were no flaws.