"You would be surprised at how often it works," Cassandra says primly, though with a hint of a smile.

She rolls her eyes, shaking her head. "Let us hope that none of that comes to pass. Although...there is something, if you truly wish to help. It is only..." She frowns, looking down at the desk again. "It is...difficult. I do not want to presume an authority I do not have, and you may feel free to refuse." They are the same rank, after all, and maybe he'll be insulted to be asked at all. "But I have been considering our conversation in the Western Approach. Your offer to help, if you are able."