{Unified Universe Project} [Video]
[Several scientists, most of them recognizable, along with Bao, are seated around a table in what appears to be a conference room. Files rest in front of each scientist, most closed.]
[Anderson Miles closes his own and nods to Bao.] And now, if you can fill us in on the situation that's developing?
[She nods, getting to her feet.] On the surface--
[The door opens, cutting her off. Everyone looks at the new arrival, Dr. Regina Lyle.] I'm sorry to interrupt, but--
[The Chairman stands, looking more than just a little annoyed.] We're in our meeting. It can wait.
[Regina glances around, frowning, hesitating. Johnson finally speaks up, maybe taking pity on her, maybe trying to keep things moving.] I'm sure you have a reason for this. You've never interrupted before. [He accompanies that comment with a mild glance at the Chairman. Donna sits off to the side, smirking.]
[Regina nods.] It's the variance. It's back. And this time it's up to .07%, much stronger than last time.
[There are no more looks of superiority. Every scientist is thinking, and thinking as fast as they can. Bao stands in silence for a moment before giving a quick bow.] I think I am safe in saying that you would prefer me to return to my men? We can keep an eye on the possibility of war outside.
[The Chairman waves a hand dismissively. He looks distracted and stressed, more than usual.] Yes. Yes, go. Lyle, I need what you have. Meeting adjourned, turn off the recorder.
[Andrew Johnson reaches over and shuts off his PCD.]
[Anderson Miles closes his own and nods to Bao.] And now, if you can fill us in on the situation that's developing?
[She nods, getting to her feet.] On the surface--
[The door opens, cutting her off. Everyone looks at the new arrival, Dr. Regina Lyle.] I'm sorry to interrupt, but--
[The Chairman stands, looking more than just a little annoyed.] We're in our meeting. It can wait.
[Regina glances around, frowning, hesitating. Johnson finally speaks up, maybe taking pity on her, maybe trying to keep things moving.] I'm sure you have a reason for this. You've never interrupted before. [He accompanies that comment with a mild glance at the Chairman. Donna sits off to the side, smirking.]
[Regina nods.] It's the variance. It's back. And this time it's up to .07%, much stronger than last time.
[There are no more looks of superiority. Every scientist is thinking, and thinking as fast as they can. Bao stands in silence for a moment before giving a quick bow.] I think I am safe in saying that you would prefer me to return to my men? We can keep an eye on the possibility of war outside.
[The Chairman waves a hand dismissively. He looks distracted and stressed, more than usual.] Yes. Yes, go. Lyle, I need what you have. Meeting adjourned, turn off the recorder.
[Andrew Johnson reaches over and shuts off his PCD.]