Thomas knew that the outcasts had a long life expectancy, professor Steiner had outlined that in his own document, but that didn't make it any less strange to Scott. Although by now he had covered pretty much everything he had wanted too, and further questions would undoubtedly require a trip to Malta itself.
''My lady Loyola, I believe we have exhausted all my conversation topics. You've been very kind to come here and talk to me about all of this and I thank you very much. I'd like to know, before we sign off completely, is there anything you wish to ask?''