[ he makes a face about contracts, but it's fine. off the helmet goes, and honestly i expected a full-on mask so a hood is fine. he does not seem fussed, so at least they can have their tea.

he does, however, look a little annoyed by this. the nanites are pretty basic, but he's still hooked on a few questions. ]

...I know you mentioned that in the messages to me. About the cosmic interference. I'm just...how can you be so sure that those are the only features of the nanites?

[ and nanites aside. ]

Then if this happens again it's about finding the real trigger, and for now I should focus on the job. [ he seems to accept this. he will have many more questions but i'm forcing him to focus so we can pick on time. ] ...I'm guessing I should make a choice soon? If we're traveling and are on course to arrive tomorrow. Got any advice for picking a path? I've never been to space before or anything.