"It's...possible the Empire already has the technology able to reach this continent," Ashelia said, shifting uncomfortably. "They did have control of the Enterprise for some time, and I would be quite surprised if Cid were able to keep any of his research secret under their watch." Which doesn't help matters, but at least it's safe to assume it wouldn't be the Heroes' fault for leading the Empire anywhere. "As for this Sage...I imagine several of us would prefer to speak with him privately. If the dominant thought process is thus," Ashelia gestured to the windows depicting the various betrayals the Heroes had suffered in the previous cycle, "I should think sufficient explanation is needed."

The Queen sighed, shaking her head. "I don't suppose the arcade you refer to is a covered passageway with arches along one or both sides." There's no way Sparks would be excited about architecture.