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[alderwood]

As some of you may have noticed, there was an incident in Kithika that resulted in numerous people being injured or killed.

Those responsible are making reparations. Visiting hours in the prison are 1300 to 1900, for anyone that wants to see Kal or Jor-El.

[His expression flicks down to paperwork on his desk, which he straightens out meticulously.]

I'm offering compensation for any injuries sustained. This was done in my service, so if you were hurt either fighting the Kryptonians or the other dangers in Kithika, speak with me.

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[alderwood]

[He 'hmms' in a manner, half thoughtful and half amused.]

I have this handled, Stark.

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[definingfuture]

Yes, sir.

[He doesn't sound entirely convinced, since he's seen the pressure the Emperor is under, but he accepts the answer.]

Would you tell me if you wanted help?

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[alderwood]

I made you aware that Kithika needed to be dealt with, did I not?

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[definingfuture]

I guess... [He shrugs helplessly.] It's no what I meant.

Not allowed to worry, huh?

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[alderwood]

There are other people that require your considerations.

[It's... not exactly chastisement, but it is final, in its own way.]

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[definingfuture]

Yeah, fair enough.

[He has to respect Evandau. But that's also why he worries in a way. It's harder to count on people from his position, but that doesn't mean Tony can't try to help him.]

I'll get on it. [And that is him relenting, too. Message received loud and clear.]

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[alderwood]

Thank you, Stark.

[On both points. He gets a faintly respectful nod, and then Evandau disconnects.]