Rhylaen was glad for Agent-May's support, and indeed the other woman had more authority when it came to the men of science.  The lights were dimmed after a brief conversation, and the unknown one seemed more willing to interact because of it.

The dampening bracelets, Rhylaen knew, kept its other powers limited.  She'd experienced something similar, years ago, and the memory was not a pleasant one.  She knew, however, that the men in the other room would only let her push so far before they insisted she leave.  She suspected removing the bracelets would get her in real trouble.  "I can't," she told him, brows drawing together in concern.  She pointed back at the door, trying to indicate others, and shook her head.