51.
Gurney bristles at Stilgar’s arrogant air.
LETO
I know you’ve suffered under the
Harkonnens. Name what you want.
If it is in my power to grant, I
will give it and ask for nothing.Stilgar considers this gravely.
STILGAR
I ask this: Do not seek our
sietches or trespass in our lands.
The desert was ours long before you
came. Come and dig your spice. But
when you have it, go back to this
side of the Shield Wall. Leave the
desert to the Fremen.GURNEY
You will address the Duke as “Sire”
or “My Lord...”LETO
Gurney.
(to Stilgar)
The Emperor has given me Arrakis as
my fief, to rule and protect.
I cannot promise not to travel in
the desert, if duty compels me: but
your sietches will be yours forever
-- and you will never be hunted
while I govern here.Stilgar weighs these words and finds them worthy. He nods.
STILGAR
That is honorable.Stilgar bows his head solemnly.
STILGAR (CONT'D)
That is all I have to say to you.PAUL
(impulsively)
Won’t you stay? We would honor you.Stilgar’s eyes find Paul. He gives a minimal nod of respect.