Animus was quite as he and [member="Darth Rowe"]r escorted [member="Darth Hashira"] to the Emperor's throne room for the coming meeting. He had mixed feelings about the summoning, partially frustrated, and equally eager. He could count the number of times on one hand he had been in the presence of the Emperor. He was learning to change and protect himself against the Emperor's dominating presence, though it was a slow and marginal process. It would take quite some time to become able to fully withstand the Emperor's presence, and he might never be able to get to that point. However, he would not allow himself to break.
As Darth Hashira began to speak, Animus turned his helmeted face to regard the Sith, before shaking his head slightly. "It is not wise to underestimate the Emperor. I would advise you keep your tongue in check. He is far less understanding and forgiving then I am." Turning to Darth Rowe, Animus nodded his head, before walking forward to enter the chamber. Upon seeing [member="Darth Vyrassu"], Animus bowed his head slightly to him, showing the powerful Sith the proper respect accorded to his station and power. It irked him that he must bow and grovel to another, but even he knew that he was outclassed.
As they came before the Emperor, Animus ascended the dais and took his position below, and beside the Emperor's throne. He folded his hands behind his back and stared straight ahead, waiting to see what would happen.