"Overseer, we can speak later. The interference might mean that there is someone experimenting with a spell that blocks communication from the Church to the outside. I don't want to take any risks. Remember that he is my disciple, and I saw more in him than I have in most whom I have met even here, on the Mainland. I know you cannot break the rules for him, but be lenient. And don't count this as our deal being done. I take your silence as assent. Goodbye, for now. And take care, Daneel. We will talk soon."
As soon as the strange sound which interrupted the connection stopped, Master Jonah said these words and then immediately cut off the connection.
Meanwhile, Daneel had reached a quick decision.
"System, make me forget what I just heard secretly from my Master, and remind me of it after I am in a secure place."
[Acknowledged. Hiding memory.]
