Goro nods. Jayce's chooses his words carefully. Chronic...ongoing. In other words, as long as Viktor is alive, his condition will deteriorate. The end result is unsaid, but obvious all the same.
"There is an apothecary at the Academy." He says, rubbing his chin. "Nadine Ross. Another Summoned. She is...capable. And willing to experiment." As she is with Goro. "I trust her to be discreet. If working with her proves useful, you may send me a receipt for any costs you incur. I will see them looked after." There might be some grumbling from Sterne, but keeping Viktor and Jayce healthy and focused is paramount. This renewal project will earn them a great deal of goodwill, and Sterne will need that by year's end.
"I understand." Goro replies solemnly. "I would urge you to familiarize yourself with the politics of the Free Cities out of necessity, however." No matter what Viktor intends, politics are going to be an inescapable part of this endeavour, a fact Jayce is doubtless already keenly aware of. "Not just my own. That being said." He glances back towards the laboratory door. "Viktor has spoken about sharing this technology outside the Free Cities. That may not be possible by the time the work is complete. Since the failure of the peace summit, I fear tensions will only continue to rise. Five months from now, the situation may be radically different." The way things fell apart at the end still bothers Goro. It all seemed to happen too...neatly. Like he was not watching talks break down but a carefully choreographed performance.
"I tell you this not to sway you." He carries on. "But I am concerned things may continue to get worse in the coming months. Viktor is an idealist, but his expectations about the use of his work may need to be...managed. As you know, reality often disappoints where ideals are concerned." As both a politician, ND Viktor's long-time associate.
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"There is an apothecary at the Academy." He says, rubbing his chin. "Nadine Ross. Another Summoned. She is...capable. And willing to experiment." As she is with Goro. "I trust her to be discreet. If working with her proves useful, you may send me a receipt for any costs you incur. I will see them looked after." There might be some grumbling from Sterne, but keeping Viktor and Jayce healthy and focused is paramount. This renewal project will earn them a great deal of goodwill, and Sterne will need that by year's end.
"I understand." Goro replies solemnly. "I would urge you to familiarize yourself with the politics of the Free Cities out of necessity, however." No matter what Viktor intends, politics are going to be an inescapable part of this endeavour, a fact Jayce is doubtless already keenly aware of. "Not just my own. That being said." He glances back towards the laboratory door. "Viktor has spoken about sharing this technology outside the Free Cities. That may not be possible by the time the work is complete. Since the failure of the peace summit, I fear tensions will only continue to rise. Five months from now, the situation may be radically different." The way things fell apart at the end still bothers Goro. It all seemed to happen too...neatly. Like he was not watching talks break down but a carefully choreographed performance.
"I tell you this not to sway you." He carries on. "But I am concerned things may continue to get worse in the coming months. Viktor is an idealist, but his expectations about the use of his work may need to be...managed. As you know, reality often disappoints where ideals are concerned." As both a politician, ND Viktor's long-time associate.