That is not a good smile on Genta. He's capable of such pure expression, I've seen him at it. He really belongs in France. This weak attempt at a smile is almost as painful as the bone weariness in his voice.

"That might be a good idea." I agree cautiously. I'm not sure how far I can take this, whether any of the others would be willing to go with me, whether EMC would ever approve outside interference.

Samurai. They can't really compete with Messiah, can they? They can't be properly equipped. Then my eyes are drawn to the tank, with the small semi-sentient mechanical animals, and I think, well, they must be nearly as well equipped as we are.

"I would like to meet the rest of your team."