"̢̀͡ The great mind is perished. The phoenix is now captured by the A.I. left in charge. The A.I. seems to be sapient and... has free will. "̸̶̴͠
Martin paused for dramatic effect.
"̢̀͡ Meanwhile your own little starcreams are facing off against a being I can't quite place on the food chain. They remain unhurt. For now. Lastly... did you know about the antediluvian in the abandoned silver mines? "̸̶̴͠

Martin almost hung up, then added one more thing.
"̢̀͡ Say hi to the doggies for me. "̸̶̴͠