Iris was sitting in her place as second in command of Planetary defence. Being one of the lower ranking members of the council, Iris was unsure if she should act upon her suspicions. 

Namely, the fact that through her psionic abilities, she was picking up large amounts of deceit and treachery. The Advent commander had no doubt that Vice president Shizuru's assurances were unfounded. However, where those the ambitions and the deceptions of the supposed insurgency? Or were they merely the petty traits of isolated politicians? 

[i]Greater Nest Captain Alyssa recommends voicing suspicions to the isolated for Coalescent Iris.[/i] One of the captains of the Carriers in the space above them spoke through the unity's hive mind. The moment the Doctor had made his announcement the entire unity had been telepathically debating on what Iris' next course of action should be. [i]We cannot risk our leaders being under the influence of corruption, no matter what.[/i]

[i]Heliopolis Captain Trinity objects to Alyssa's statement. I recommend a passive course of action for the Coalescent instead.[/i] Another member of the unity spoke up. 

[i]Acolyte Selendis, quartermaster on board the Heliopolis concurs with Captain Trinity's statement. Coalescent Iris does not hold a high position within the council of the isolated. I fear that even if we were to voice our opinion, we would not be trusted.[/i]

[i]I hear your points and I concur with Captain Trinity and Acolyte Selendis.[/i] Iris finally decided. [i]I will simply watch for now, safe in the knowledge that our Unity cannot be penetrated as easily as the council of the isolated.[/i]

And so the Second in command of planetary defence sat silently, watching the council meeting go on.