"Right now, only you can get in touch with her, after all, you are her closest friend, aren't you, Rowena."
The elder didn't stop there, her gaze sharp with a glint of light, "I think at such a crucial moment, perhaps you would be willing to share with us the research she is currently undertaking."
Upon hearing this, Rowena sighed quietly to herself.
This was indeed the council's main purpose for gathering everyone; they undoubtedly understood the dangers of the one-way transmission node and wouldn't be foolish enough to recklessly drive the ship into spatial territory like those pirate monkeys. They hoped these monkeys would present their viewpoints, allowing the council to play the role of mediator.
Boring political games.
"Before the project began, I'm sure she submitted an application to the council."
"But that doesn't explain her disappearance."
