[He allows them both this moment, then pulls himself to his feet, offering hands for Kyle to stand after him. The greenhouse is what he's most proud of, but if there are concerns about the security of the Commune, Viktor is pleased to give him a tour, even if he doesn't necessarily have good answers to these questions, something that becomes evident on his face.]
I--
[Kyle is right, of course, and he remembers the Doctor's words--that if he perishes, his community will be soon to follow. Anything he says now is an excuse, but he finds himself wanting to defend himself anyway. This commune is an incredible accomplishment, and maybe part of him wants recognition for that.]
We're deep in the fissures. The need for an evacuation is..unlikely. Anyone who approaches is stopped at the gate.
[He gestures to it, a metal and stained glass arch between walls of the cavern.]
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I--
[Kyle is right, of course, and he remembers the Doctor's words--that if he perishes, his community will be soon to follow. Anything he says now is an excuse, but he finds himself wanting to defend himself anyway. This commune is an incredible accomplishment, and maybe part of him wants recognition for that.]
We're deep in the fissures. The need for an evacuation is..unlikely. Anyone who approaches is stopped at the gate.
[He gestures to it, a metal and stained glass arch between walls of the cavern.]