[To the walkabout folks!]

[thezerothlaw]

[Daneel is polite and gentlemanly as ever, of course, but this is a very pressing matter and it shows.]

We seem to be caught in some sort of siege. As we don't know how long we will be here, I would highly recommend taking inventory of what food, water, and other supplies we may have. From there, we may be able to formulate a plan.

Comments

[fearinahandfulof]

My... kind does not eat or drink much. Every few days. A week if necessary.

[thezerothlaw]

As you say. I hope we won't have to force you to go as long as a week.

[fearinahandfulof]

I've done it before.

[Her tone is somewhere between dismissive and confused - as if she can't quite understand why anyone would object to her having reduced rations.]

[thezerothlaw]

Still, if it isn't pleasant for you, I would not wish that on you.

[fearinahandfulof]

If it's necessary, then why would that matter?

[She still sounds a little nonplussed.]

[thezerothlaw]

I would not wish you to be uncomfortable.

[fearinahandfulof]

...All right.

[She still sounds a little confused that her comfort or lack thereof is even an issue, but clearly doesn't see any point in arguing any further.]