[Naked Crook]

Vernette noticed Cochraine at his door, just as he finished speaking. He raised his arm, and gestured his hand, as if telling Cochraine to enter. When Barrabus saw this, he turned his head, and watched as Cochraine entered the office. He stepped to the side, as he snorted. He looked Cochraine up and down, head to toe, as if sizing her up, before turning back to Vernette. Barrabus: I can take a hint. I will leave you to question your subordinate. Vernette: Don't go to far. I am expecting to hear from Shipmaster Xyrho shortly. Once I do, we are going to be discussing retaliatory strategies against The Trust. Barrabus: I will stay nearby. Inform me when those Sangheili bastards are ready to talk. Vernette: Will do. Barrabus turned, as he walked out of Vernette's office; his feet making heavy thudding sounds as he walked away. As soon as Barrabus had left the office, Vernette turned hjis attention to Cochraine. Vernette: Captain Cochraine, welcome to The Citadel. Honestly...I am surprised you found you way here. Most people get lost. This is a very big facility. Kudos to you. Vernette paused, as he grinned at Cochraine. Vernette: I see it, plain as day. Your stance, the dead stare, the tightness in your jaw line. The way your brow seems tense around your temples. You are on edge. You look very tense. I am guessing part of it was The Chieftain. Don't worry, most people are tense around creatures that, on a bad day, can be higher on the food chain. Vernette laughed. Vernette: Relax, Captain. Have a seat. I am rather interested to hear your report on Silverblur. How did it go? Were you able to secure us an additional asset?