The Admiral was escorted to the upper deck. They stood silent for several moments, staring out across the city. "The new warp inducers your company created is set for trial runs next year." The Admiral finally stated awkwardly. "Lab tests have been very encouraging." "It's a start." Roth nodded with acknowledgement. "I need something off the records." The Admiral hesitated for a moment, and then a faint smile touched the corners of his mouth. "You working on something special?" "Could be massive if all works out. Just has to be kept in the dark for a while." "I think I can arrange that." The Admiral replied evenly. "Brought just the officer needed for an off records operation. He and his crew have been on many such assignments." "Excellent."