章 85: Chapter 85: Intrigue

"Can we get this over with?" the General rasped. "I have things to do."

The Developer wheezed one of his customary weary sighs. "Why don't you begin by filling us in on the progress with the drama?"

The General grunted in acquiescence. "It's operational. The production team commandeered visible sections of the compound for filming, and the rumors about the train have mostly been quelled since the first episode aired this week." He shook his head dismissively. "I told you it would work."

"And we're lucky it has," the Doctor piped up. "How the rebels managed to orchestrate such an elaborate escape right under our military's noses, I will never understand -"

"But at least there's no p-permanent harm done," the Economist added judiciously.

The General deepened his scowl nonetheless.