Eva Rostova gave a single nod. "How soon," she said. She wasn't pushing anymore. The argument was already won, and only the details remained to be settled.
"When it suits Sector Seven, and not before that." Athea's voice stayed even. "I don't want this looking like an emergency."
"With respect, Your Highness... isn't that exactly what this is? An emergency?" Councilor Merane asked. "For hundreds of years, Vitae expression has only been possible with women."
"I understand your concern, Lady Merane. But it's best if we keep this as classified and not attract any unwanted attention until we can decide what to do with him. Therefore it's best if he comes in quietly, on a schedule that looks like nothing more than an ordinary visit," Calyra said.
Lady Merane accepted that without further comment, and the rest of the table let the matter go along with her.
