Raphael glared at Lucius. Once again his advice were met by dismissive comments. This tech-priest either wasn't half as observant as he thought or he was trying to mock him. There was one problem that kept Raphael conflicted though. While his ideas were treated like the rambling of child, he was also expected to explain further. He wasn't sure if Lucius was even aware that he was being impolite. There always was this problem with Mechanicus.<br/><br/>"See...that's the problem. You think straight like a machine", he explained, anger mellowed by exasperation, "First...I am not of 'little pedigree'. You shouldn't project yourself on others. Second: You are right it<em>would </em>take months for a minor noble...but if you were...lets say...the son of another world Governor it would be another case, wouldn't it? I bet such an individual could walk right through the door. Now tell me: As someone of...high intellect..do you know every world in the whole Imperium by heart? What's more...do you think a regular guard would?"<br/><br/>He sighed deeply realizing the whole question was so easy that it probably was part of the mockery, but still it was a viable plan and thus the group had a right to know it.<br/><br/>"In other words: We lie. I claim to be Lord Harrenhein son of the World Governor of Brystol or something like that, loudly claim that the Governor is probably already waiting for me, add a few threats, the guards will suffer action paralyses and we have enough time to explain precisely who we are to the Governor. It's not a complex plan, but those tend to work best."<br/><br/>As he finally found his pulse calming he considered the last few minutes... It was probably wise to clear the air. He leaned closer to Lucius and whispered in his ear:<br/><br/>"You were talking down to me, but i'm drunk so I'll forget it. Advice for the future though: Those who piss on their Allies will find themselves surrounded by the enemy."<br/><br/>After that he leaned back as if a huge weight was off his shoulders.<br/><br/>"Now...since masquerades and gallivanting are overruled and I feel biased, I will defer to the decision of the group."