"We appreciate it," Vamua says. "There are not many in the galaxy that would."

Chiss do not trust outsiders. There are reasons for that. Only some of those reasons make things easier for the Aristocra.

"As we have learned, many times."

This is the moment that Sucasa emerges, and Wrema, ignoring protocol and manners, gets immediately to her feet and moves for the 'fresher. It is absolutely necessary at this moment.

Sucasa tries not to giggle, as the room's atmosphere doesn't allow for it, and mostly succeeds. She also takes Wrema's spot at Hera's feet, because it's already warm.