[ Another nod. She tilts her head to the side and says, a little dubiously: ]

The government here...They've got their own space program. They've sent imPorts up into space, as a matter of fact. If you were - you know. Helpful. If you played along. You might get a shot at that.

[ Though it's clear from her voice that she's quite certain that he won't be thrilled by that suggestion. ]