"Matthew, I had not planned to rush this investigation, but this morning's incident with the ambassador is forcing my hand. I must know that Samuel is not under undue influence.
"Let me know what he decides this evening. If he agrees, this can remain unofficial. If he does not, I will have to make an official inquiry." She clearly was not pleased with the prospect, but was also clearly adamant about what her duty required of her. Matt nodded. "I understand," he said. "Personally, I trust and believe Sam, and I told him that. However, my trust in the Venasians is not as complete, and I told him that as well." Simple statements of fact. He would not deign to tell her what to think or feel.
