They doubtless possess inventions
against which we would be powerless; they are such highly advanced
people in such matters. So what I propose is to prevent them from
attacking us at all!"
He paused portentously, finding in each face before him an anxious
excitement which was exactly what he wanted. They were hanging
breathlessly upon his words.
"Let me remind you that Alma is not only our nearest neighbor in the
solar system, but that, at present, only a few million miles
separate us. She is within a few weeks of the nearest point.
Furthermore"--speaking with care--"we must remember that Alma is not
only nearer the sun than we are, but it is a much older planet. Were
it not for the glass with which she is completely roofed in, the
people would suffer from lack of air. In short, this roof of theirs
is vitality itself to them. Now, my campaign--subject to your
suggestions and advices--shall be to puncture that roof!"
The sensation was tremendous. None of the nine had ever heard the
like before.
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