[ ...Are they labeling the Transporter with a number now? He keeps that question to himself and favors more serious talk. Because he is very serious, as if that wasn't obvious already. ]

If only the Initiative would work with us, instead of against us. They did themselves no favors when they held so many skilled fighters against their will. Even so, I still think we would need to convince them, rather than force them.

Very well. I will listen to your plan, either now or – [ he surreptitiously glances around ] – in a more secure location.