"Pardon me Miss Primoria. I said that there was nobody else, meaning no one else higher ranking. I met zero at the consilium meeting and armstrong was of immense help in defeating the ananke. I was surprised at my sudden rise in standing, not that I was alone. I will represent the free council. I need help figuring out how to best do so. Will you help me or not?" Captain isn't quite defiant, more...outspoken.