Palide knows his worth. He was born to a high-ranking family on Dromund Kaas, was made an Inquisitor at 17, and was granted a seat on the Dark Council at 40. He was given his birthright, but now he takes prestige beyond his rank. When the Chiss reached out, he saw something beyond a political opportunity - he saw a chance to rise above his rank on the Dark Council and make it into the Emperor's pocket. All he has to do is take it.