"Moreover, when necessary, Mr. Gomez has always emphasized his love for the Federation, willing to serve us, to serve the Federation. Presumably, for the future of the Federation, he'd be willing to make a little sacrifice."
Senator Cleveland naturally understood what Lance meant. He laughed and said, "I find, Lance, sometimes you are really wicked!"
"But who can dislike a wicked lad?"
"Put on a good show, let them see your value!"
The conversation on this matter ended here, "If there's nothing else, I'm going to hang up now."
Lance immediately said, "I have one more question I want to ask."
"Speak."
Lance lit a cigarette, "Regarding Admiral Miles, what is the consideration from above?"
"Will he be protected, or will it be business as usual?"
"Is the next in line to be a navy leader from their faction, or from the army's faction?"
"Or perhaps someone from Congress?"
