Atlanticans talk fast and amongst their own people can have entire conversation in minutes and with multiple people all at once. This was due to the Crystal Net and the almost like IM quality it gave them and the ability to manage so many of them at once. Their spoken language also reflected that, as well as they sent pings to remind people so they would answer, so it was hard to miss something. Which meant if one did not answer they were ignoring you and since it took almost no time, even I am busy would be fine, it was rude to do that. Michelle for the first time in a long time, was remembering how hard it was to talk and keep track of things without her technology and actually speaking in a slower and to her less efficient language.<br/><br/>So when John said he had ignored her, by accident, she realized it was not really his fault and that it was just different cultures and technology interacting. She reflected on her own actions and though she always was inquisitive, she did not exactly act like the best diplomat and the most open person. She would turn to John and smile at him and look more professional, though she would still be sitting somewhat cat like "it is understandable, I am just so wrap up in everything, I forgot the differences between our cultures. In my own culture we have ways to easily keep track of conversations so to ignore someone is rude, though after talking your language and interacting with others, I can see how it can happen by accident, with no real way of reminding someone expect to say it" she would said this in quite a diplomatic and understanding voice. She would look more like a diplomat and act more like one in that case, before going slightly back to acting childish. Though during that brief period you could see and tell that she was indeed capable and quite good at acting like a diplomat, when she wanted to.<br/><br/>She would listen to him explain how the council was there before humans and that was just the way it was. She heard him explain the reason for not sharing technology, which she agreed with as the Atlanicans didn't want to face an enemy using their technology, plus they found it better to help them develop technology rather then give them tech. "No I am also sorry, for expecting you to know and already understand my culture, I am also to blame for not informing you of it. But you are correct that Atlanticans have very strong beliefs and concepts of honor and giving your word. To use if you make a promise, it is one that you mean and you will uphold, expect if something mandates you can't. It is along the lines of a contract with how strong we believe it to be, which is why we don't give our words lightly. I understand your mission comes first, though I wish my questions did, your other duty is more important" she said smiling at him.<br/><br/>Michelle noticed Shakar seemed impatient and wanted to get moving, though she really couldn't understand why. Though not like it would matter much, according to John they were still waiting on others, so asking to go faster would not make other people come faster. Really it was not even up to him, he most likely didn't want to be rude and leave other diplomats behind. So Shakar attempt to get the group moving by asking Michelle whether she had ever though of being a slave was rude, offensive, showed a lack of understanding, and made her seem more like a person that Michelle didn't and wouldn't like. Though for now she would not immediately jump on her and get angry, as that was not the way there was no reason to lower her self to that.<br/><br/>Michelle thought of how best to respond to the comment for a bit looking at the woman, with a face that looked somewhat surprised and mildly disgusted. Michelle's people were suppose to be a cattle race, something worse then slavery the very idea she or any of her people who entertain that idea was mad. They broke free of those chains, and had no wish to be slaves or to enslave any other race. Which is why after a way they integrated those that had lost and gave them equal rights, enemies became friends, they were not slaves. She looked at her for a bit longer, before turning away from her and just ignore her and her comment for now.<br/><br/>Divori, as the man/horse alien introduced himself as also seemed to be in a hurray, though for what she thought was a better and clearer reason. Though once again it was most likely not u to him to get them moving, but instead up to the diplomats when they all got there. He also seemed to be a far better person, at least so far from Shakar as he defended her against the idea of slavery and his views on it. She would smile and bow her head slightly as he held her hand and kissed it. "Thank you, Avelo Divori, of the Devori Pantheon, son of Avo the Sunlord" she said in a warm and friendly tone, using his full title. She looked over him again and his appearance which she had to admit was very good looking and was exotic in its own way. "Do all of your people look like you?" she asked think and talking at the same time again, she was curious about it and his culture.<br/><br/>Michelle's current ship was designed for war, and it was nothing special compared to some of the ships they had. Though they figured a small light ship would be better for this then one of the grand ships, that were designed for elegance, comfort, and for war. To think she lead a lot of people is an understatement last time she looked she was in charge of more then quadrillions of people. Which was no easy task even with all of there technology it was time consuming and tiring work. But she was happy and glad to do it, and her people were to.<br/>