Elias' expression morphs into the politest of smiles as he resists the urge the slam the door in this man's face. Or this man's face into the door. Either would work.

"It was-- your first experience of what the Barge offers. You weren't to know what had just happened." Or that not everyone enjoyed those trips to another potential life.

"And I wouldn't have that much faith in the Admiral when it comes to the temporary pairings. I have a strong suspicion he simply draws names out of a hat."