Well then why didn't you just say so? Honestly, Monsieur - if you would only apply yourself to these things directly there would be no trouble at all between us. I've already been in conversation with colleagues elsewhere regarding just this question, and have been making considerations for how best to monetize our resources here through Riftwatch. But by all means [somewhere in this, she has turned from the doorway with an exhale of exasperation and the clear expectation that he either follow her back through the house or end the conversation] should you have thoughts on how we might expedite funding the project, I would be delighted to give you my opinion.

—And there is a new series of components that will be necessary. We should review it so you will have some idea on which of your contacts might be most worth pursuing.