I can't see his smirk, but I still know it's there. He is somewhat predictable, after all, even if only for me.

"You were the one that mentioned how you were only one man, I was merely illustrating how that fact is the product of your own design. Perhaps even your own form of personal sabotage?"

I meet his gaze steadily, staring. "I'm not suggesting you bring in the entire science department, but one or two of the more skilled scientists or engineers might be beneficial to advancing the project. Not everyone that works at Yggdrasill is incompetent."