Adrian has made a practice of reading facial tics and body language of, a useful skill in both the corporate and the criminal worlds, and Jack's momentary reaction doesn't go unnoticed. Neither does the fact that he seems to feel the need to hide that reaction. For now, Adrian doesn't know how to interpret either, but he won't forget them.

"I have hopes that once we no longer have any need for violence, we'll turn our energy to better things. A better society, perhaps even our own evolution." He smiles at the encouragement. "I'd be very grateful for whatever support might come my way. Ideally, with the right kind of support, not only can I make things better for the people of Baedal, but perhaps someday the research done here can be applied to what I've already accomplished at home."