[This time, Pepper's backdrop is an unassuming shelf in the stores, full of a mixture of hand tools and some outdoor-weight canvas in bolts. Although she's ditched her business gear in favour of local and weather-appropriate clothing, there's still something neat and sleek and coordinated about her choice in sweaters and slacks. Professional dies hard, apparently. She fiddles with something off screen and starts her call.]

Captain Silene? My apologies for the delay in getting back to you, but I've got some good news on the plague front, if you're still interested.