[She lapses into a long moment of silence. There's a thread of anxiety and hope in her, something that hums from deep in the abyss of the mind.]

Let me write you a letter of introduction to the... the Crafters, I imagine. I want them to understand that though you may lead this effort, it has my backing. I want them to understand there is value in us working with each other rather than against each other. You'll have it in the morning. Just let me know before you do anything, please. [She doesn't think she'll deny him, she simply wants to be aware of progress or tests.]