They have resources and we have prestige. They're in this for clout and recognition. We need their bounty of money, supplies, connections... [Wesley's hesitance doesn't phase Ives much, in fact, it's smart. This is a lot to be thrust into and they're not being given much of choice. They could step away, live in the world as any other citizen, but that doesn't get them home.

Skepticism is a wise reaction, Ives can recognize as much.]

Call it a necessary evil.