Enlightened Empire - Chapter 1 Prologue

... d, he picked up the cup and moved it to his lips. Halfway there, he stopped again, as he realized his folly. He couldn't possibly know how effective the dried Palegrass would be. Maybe its essence would need time to spread throughout the wine first, maybe his haste would only cause him hours of suffering, rather than the quick release he was seeking. After all, he had no prior experience when it came to suicide. If it was up to him, he would rather not have to resort to the knife.

Thus ...