No, Your Highness."
"The Zithayan Dynasty wishes to open talks with Anglia and Ferandica in response to what they see as an inevitable war with the Kershian Empire. They suggest we send a diplomat along with Dr. Booksdale and his wife. We are planning to do so. Even the chance to speak with the Zithayans is an opportunity not to be wasted.
"Speaking of diplomacy, the wreckage of the Ferandican airship has been recovered. The Crown is asking the Royal Engineers to help in the rebuilding of the ship. Not with the newest boiler and engine, but with enough improvement to allow Our daughter to fly with more confidence."
"We would be delighted. I will split the group between setting up to build the prototype and repair of the Ferandican airship."
"Perhaps you can come up with a way to return your ship to the City and your workshop. It is too valuable to be moored between warehouses."