CARRY THE DIVINE *

       ❛ I know that we do not have full access to our scanners at the moment, but I do know that Coran would not lie if there was any danger imminent. You do not need to keep so much watch over everything. ❜ Allura wonders if she is entirely misreading him -- if it’s not tension that’s leaving him pacing. But instinct is warm and sure within her -- and it seeks to quell the nerves that must surely be coming at him from all ends. ❛ I am keeping an eye on this sector as best I can as well. For the moment, we are all as safe as we can be. ❜ 

       For a few ticks, Allura hesitates -- one hand drawn up to her chest, the other hanging at her side, lips parted before she finds the words. When she does, they are quiet --- careful, soft all around the edges. ❛ --- Keith. I know that time is not on our side, but if we have the time -- you should rest. ❜

       ❛ Lance -- we have the time to rest, at least for the moment. Are you not going to join us ? ❜ The planetoid does not seem very hospitable --- but the universe is vast and their numbers are small; it would be impossible not to notice his absence from the way the group has collected, and concern flickers like the shadow of a flame in her voice. 

       ❛ I understand that my entrance was -- less than inconspicuous, but I assure you I mean no harm if the same holds true for you. Please -- lower your weapon for the time being. ❜