[She laughs a little.] Don't think I haven't considered it. But I need the kedan who don't like us to trust me. Or at least ignore me. Say the things they won't in front of the Emperor's precious foreigners.

[Murphy crosses her arms.] Besides, if I'm convincing enough, maybe they'll let me consult on the vigilante activity our people have been doing. I won't lead them wrong, exactly, but I can keep up with how close they are to catching the individuals responsible.