It was odd; in any other situation Vincent would be amused, and Sephiroth would have a point. As it was, Vincent had slipped within to his old role before everything had gone to hell as if it were a familiar glove. Professionalism, his feelings and frustrations did not matter so long as the job got done. Turks did not resign, they left in a body bag.

Well, I suppose I left due to being an experiment and then hiding in a coffin... Vincent's own mental voice was amused and sarcastic. None of it showed in his manner or face.

"The situation we are facing will not allow any emotions on my part that would endanger our defense and survival. That is why I have also been practicing, to get used to the adjustments." As calm still, as if they were discussing the weather. "What is your specific concern, Major?" And yet still blunt and to the point.