[Hells Sniper]

Jacob walked with Asher inside his office and took a seat. Jacob: Got any of those golden leaves? Asher: Of course we do! Asher laughed and placed a plate of them in front of Jacob. Jacob removed his helmet and began the process of getting the honey from the leaves. Asher: So, what brings you here, Agent? Jacob: Like I said ONI wanted to check in. I was sent in first to make sure everything is alright before the big guys come...I think. Asher: You think? Jacob: No one tells me anything anymore. Jacob laughed and ate another leaf. Asher: Things are good, ONI has kept their word. Jacob: That is what they do. How are the peacekeepers? Asher: They keep to themselves, but occasionally make small talk. Jacob smiled and ate another leaf. Asher did the same. Asher: A lot of Aurigaens have left though, headed to the great beyond. Jacob: I have seen a few in transit already...they can make it. Asher smiled. They both ate another leaf. Meanwhile on the Thermopylae: Alexander had remained silent during the proceeding, but spoke up. Alexander: Mother, if I may say...this mission was meant for one of my Spartans. Alexander paused and looked at Shogun. Alexander: Not to say Z-048 could not handle it...but it required much stealth. Send one of my Spartans, or even me, to Aurigae VI, we will do the utmost job, find Z-048 and return her. Alexander leaned forward in his seat and looked at Mary. Alexander: The Trust has struck everywhere, my Spartans have reported that. If our neutrality stays we will be attacked and not on our own terms. Mother, I say this with the utmost respect, but it is time for us to take action.