I have my plan.  I’m going to be prepared. Lexx stared at his reflection for a  moment, then closed his eyes going into deeper thought.  His emotions were in a turmoil that he was having a difficult time sorting through.  There are two choices.  One is selfish … one … she would be safe.

“I don’t like what you’re thinking.”  A vaguely familiar voice that was not quite his own spoke up.

“Keep fighting!”  Followed by a second.  Lexx pushed them away, dwelling on the two vastly different paths and the consequences each one would bring.

“For the first time, I agree with you.”  Riane sighed at Lexx’s impish counterpart.

“Stop getting in my way.”  The twisted memory glared accusingly at Riane.  He had worked through her little illusion only a little while ago and was now following her around through Lexx’s mind.  He did not fully understand her presence other than she was there to get in his way.