Ra did not immediately move when Alexi brought the session to a close.
For a moment, she remained seated, her golden eyes resting on the slowly dimming projection as the corridor lines faded from the table's surface. The discussion had traveled a long road in a short time. Technology, governance, economics, and politics had all been woven together with varying degrees of confidence.
When she finally rose, it was with the same calm composure she had carried throughout the summit.
"The concept itself is sound," she said evenly, her voice measured and clear. "Stable trade routes have a long history of reducing conflict between neighboring regions. In principle, that is something most governments can support."
Her gaze moved briefly toward Alexi.
"Lady di Garthos has proposed a framework designed to preserve neutrality beyond the stability of any one world. That is a prudent consideration."
She allowed a small pause before continuing, careful and deliberate.
"That said, the United Protectorate of Sovereign Systems has not entered into any formal agreement today. Our presence here was to observe the proposal, participate in discussion, and better understand the intentions of those involved."
Her hands settled lightly behind her back.
"Commitments of infrastructure, governance, or security require formal review before any government can responsibly endorse them."
Her attention swept briefly across the other delegates before returning to Alexi with a respectful inclination of her head.
"We appreciate the invitation to take part in the conversation."
A faint warmth touched her expression.
"And we will follow the development of the corridor with interest."
With that, Ra stepped away from the table, leaving the initiative in the hands of those who had chosen to claim it today.
Alexi di Garthos
Anaara Clandestine
Tiber Septimus
Vulpesen
Ronhar Tane
Lysander von Ascania
Anet Raine
Brakkus