Alexis observed the conversation pass, not wanting to interfere. She could see Dolphus’ potential but she knew he lacked a maturity that was required for the task at hand. Dolphus’ well spoken nature would certainly assist in his role as captain in a controlled environment, but when that changed? When it became uncontrollable?
he has no experience on a vessel.
Alexis turned to Dolphus with a smile, she didn’t want to undermine him, that much was clear. “Do you have experience with manning a vessel like this?” The question needed to be addressed however, she wanted to win and this could very much make or break his case.
But for some odd reason that desire to win was less that she felt worthy and more that she felt the position would place Dolphus in too much danger.
she was doing this to protect him