“It’s not a true connection, so the working hypothesis is that Object will try to troubleshoot the array’s missing piece. We can then create a bottleneck through which it will test our defences. Makes it easier for our engineers to keep it stationary, so to speak. Should keep power usage to a minimum too.” Freyr explained. Some of her team nodded along with her encouragingly.

“This operation has a green light from the President, so we don’t need to be ‘ok with that risk’. We’re here with a job to do. Get the asset to stabilise the Cradle, then convince it to stay and work with us.” The bald man reminded the group, arms crossed. “Now, if we’re all done with this tea party, the trucks are ready to get you into position.”