At that, John leans back slightly in his chair. His expression is contemplative, gaze shifting past Yseult to examine the trappings of her office while he tries to consider what Madi might do.

"I don't know how to answer that," John says after a moment. "What I hope for is impossible to completely separate from what might happen."

Unspoken: If she can be found. If she's alive. He hasn't said as much to Yseult, doesn't feel the need to confirm any rumors she's heard.

"She'll make the best choice for herself, and for her people. If that means joining us here..."

A pause, one hand making a small arc in front of him. His head tips, looking at her. Had she arrived here first and Darras followed, or the other way around?

"I couldn't ask her," he finishes. "I assume that's a complication you can understand."