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The Fabricator had to think about the implications for a moment, knowing that this question would always come but having other things to do. Now though he could dedicate time to think upon it. And for a Primarch if you give them just a minute to think about something your result always comes, equal to a centuries worth of thought placed within it.
+I shall allow L3P3R to bring you into the fold. Inform him that to take you through the standard channels as I give both him and any Tech Priest blessings to take my sons in as their future students.+ TalOS announced with a firmness of understanding within his mind.
+That… are you sure of this Father?+ the Acillian asked as he looked to be both relieved and concerned over the decision.
+I am.+ The Primarch declared as he gave his thoughts, +In the end, son, brilliant minds no matter where they come from should be employed by the Priesthood. To put a restriction upon your ascensions to full Priest Hood would be a detriment to the Cult.+
+But, there will be issues.+
+There will be.+ Agreed TalOS as he thought back to the numerous names of his sons, +As an organization there will be attempts by Priests to pouch potential apprentices, the assignment of apprentices to bind Acillians to their forges, and the grooming of Acillians for the sole purpose of becoming a Priest.+ TalOS said to his son, +But these are issues that will be fixed over time with reform and understanding. What I want first and foremost is that we do not restrict you to one field of war or choose what field you join. As I am at the head you will think all my decisions sound, but what if I am not?+
The Acillian in that second had the same realization, +You are correct, nothing is eternal except the Machine God and knowledge.+
+The more the Priesthood of the Mechanicus realizes that both Acillian and Astartes are but another tool and not just my own weapons, I know I have done my duty. For there will be a time that I am not around during which you will all need to band together against threats beyond imagining.+ TalOS told his son outright, +I may be biologically immortal, but I can still be slain.+
+I understand Father. The Astartes do not, some of the Acillians too, but I do. You are but the greatest cog in our machine, but we cannot have a machine that solely relies upon you.+
+Go forth and learn, ED1SON. Inform your brothers of my decree. Just make sure they know it is their choice and that none can force them.+
+I understand.+ The Acillian bowed before exiting the room.
