The Spy does not even look up to regard her interrogator, her young face a mask of indifference.  For a moment, it seems as though she is not going to dignify the question with an answer, thus inviting more painful inducements to explain herself.  This gives Alari plenty of time to observe the insignia on the woman's uniform, which is definitely too senior for someone of her young years.<br/><br/>"Why do you believe my aim was to remain hidden," she finally says, her tone calm and cool and collected.<br/><br/>+++<br/><br/>Jihinhsi finds himself in the company of a visiting Sith noblewoman from the next territory over who may be amenable to a little friendly persuasion, if he wishes to pursue it now that the ceremonies are over.  She seems to be serenely regarding the dance of factions and frictions below with an aloof smile on her pretty face.<br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Three Things About Lady Taalan</div><div class="spoiler_body">1.  She's an attractive female Togrutan<br/>2.  She used to be a Jedi Archivist.<br/>3.  She is known to have an interest in politics as a spectator sport.</div></div><br/>+++<br/><br/>Ajurna's session in the simulator is interrupted abruptly as the program shuts down in mid-strike, the virtual victim blurring and vanishing as the lights come back up.  A protocol droid enters, keeping well out of her reach.<br/><br/>"Forgive the intrusion, Highest, but the Spy Master is currently discussing matters with a new arrival."  It pauses.  "And it has been suggested that you be informed promptly whenever such a situation occurs."