"Oh, you know. She's out on the sea having a grand old time. She wrote a letter saying she'd gotten three ships in two days, the other week."

"Impressive."

"You know, I recently came by some information that may be of interest to her..."

"Semiramis is interested in just about everything."

"She's a delightfully curious woman, true."

"I'm gonna guess it's got something to do with naval traffic though, since you thought of her in particular."

"This time... Though I would like to find out what her hobbies are, your Highness. After all, I'll feel bad if I only ever get her work-related gifts."

"I'll make sure to let you know if I ever manage to entice her back for a few days."

"Well... If she's coming all the way back, I'd love to introduce her to my Berenike, too."

"That might do it. I'll pass on my recommendation."

"It's good I can help lure her back, then."

"You're very helpful like that."

"A loyal servant of the royal family."

"And we love you for it."

"It's only proper to return loyalty with love." (She pets Berenike's hair.)

(Mmmgood.)

"Indeed. A key bit of philosophy."

"Especially for those high up in the world."

"Can't climb without supports."

"Someone under you to help push you up." (More hair pets for Berenike.)

And, once dinner has drawn to a pleasant close: "Do you want a briefing of your own on the information I found?"

"If it's not too obscure. Kitten'll get mad at me if she finds out I didn't due my diligence before sending her a lead."

Giggle. "I can break it down more if needed."

"Lay it on me and we'll see if you need to."

To the war room then, where Seshen can take advantage of her maps.

Ooh, maps.