[ Peggy listens quietly and intently, holding her thoughts and questions until she's certain Jim has said all he's needed to say. And even then, she mulls over it — it's not that it's a lot, it's all rather straightforward in a refreshing sort of way. More than that, his explanation of the Prime Directive makes perfect, logical sense to her. The similarities apply so neatly that she isn't sure there's much else she can add to that, other than to nod and sip at her coffee.

And then: ]

So as your organisation's only commanding officer present, [ Peggy glances across to him, genuinely curious; ] what would you do in this instance? Empress Simwe and King Shanrian have already enlisted our help as refugees to spearhead the rescue operations two weeks ago. What if they continue to involve us in further proceedings?