[A pause. She studies him in the moment of quiet, attention penetratingly sharp despite the easy fold of her hands and the casual slope of her thin shoulders. Then she nods, straightens the line of her spine and smiles at him.]

In that case, your ship will arrive shortly. We've already asked Carata to send Nirad along to fetch you. You're welcome to stay here for a day or so if you prefer, but... it can be a lonely place up here with just us and The Prince. We believe you'd be better off on the planet with your brood.