Alexander The Great took the last step across the great stone doors, into the heart of the Oracle’s chamber. “Alexander,” her heard her confident voice say. “I know why you have come without even a word. You see my blessing, my guidance, my exclusive sports updates, comedy, and the finest music you remember from your childhood years.”

Alexander knelt low in agreement. He felt the oracle’s hand on his shoulder.

“Arise, Alexander, and receive my gift. The Delphi SkyFi2 XM Satellite Radio Receiver and Car Kit. This plug-and-play radio will allow you to forever be in contact with the latest news, music and other events, no matter if you are in your warship or your chariot. Also I grant you this stock ticker, a sports ticker, a clock, an FM Modulator and a remote control, to keep you from throwing your spear across the ship deck to change the channel.”

Alexander looked at her with awe on his lips. She made a little motion and he wiped them clean.

“My lady-”

“No, Alexander. Say nothing. Just go with my blessing and my Delphi SkyFi2 XM Satellite Radio Receiver and Car Kit, and swear an oath that you will never listen to the all-Whitesnake station, for such things are reserved for the gods themselves.”

Alexander swore his oath… but there was a curious hesitation in his voice…

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