Giving him a small smile, Jopson nodded. He knew that much, but sometimes he liked to hear it. He didn't get into his position for the recognition and admiration, of course, but he did enjoy knowing that he was still needed for something.

"Of course, Captain. I do appreciate the trust you place in me. But you are the bearer of secrets that the others do not know you have. Would it not be disingenuous to continue your conversations with the others in the manner you have before?"