[he's not sure he can agree, but then again, his worldview in general is quite different. It's hard being a skeptic in a century where at least three different religions were vying for popularity.

Anyway, he decides to focus on practical matters rather than philosophy.]

Yes, I'm inclined to think that of the four, Maris is the last one I would go to for assistance. That kind of apathy requires time and patience to overcome, two things we don't have right now. From other reports, it sounds as though Ardeo may be our best bet for cooperation.