[There's friction here, but she knows she's a stopgap, knows she isn't suited. The admiral doesn't always get it right, but most of the time, he makes assignments for a reason. And better to work this out now, when things are relatively stable. She hears the distinction between moralizing and adapting, is reassured by how much sense it makes to her. She nods.]
No lying. I can do that.
Will do that.
[Because Abigail of all people would hear the difference.]
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No lying. I can do that.
Will do that.
[Because Abigail of all people would hear the difference.]