"First, I want to thank Luna, Brigid, and Celestia for the trust they placed in me during the last Dominion Skirmish, a trust that led us to victory," Atlas began firmly.
At that moment, Ember caught his eye and made a gesture. He glanced her way, she was grinning, thumb raised in approval. Atlas could not help but smile back before continuing.
"I have dreams that are vast, and goals that are bold. Perhaps reckless, even bordering on suicidal. But I will continue to improve myself, so that every action we take comes with as much certainty as I can provide. Risks must be taken; we live in a world where sitting still and wishing for change will grant us nothing. The future belongs only to those who strive for it, who work tirelessly until failure no longer has the chance to strike them down. Because failure and defeat are debts we cannot pay. Their ultimate price would be the last mistake we ever make."
He drew in a slow breath, steadying his thoughts before pressing on.
