You've never tried talking to me.

I'm happy to discuss ideas from all the scientists as the Institute continues to move forward. I expect it will be a lively debate, and perhaps my lack of previous affiliation with any one department can assure people of my objectivity in my mediation and decision making. I would welcome your input.

But I won't negotiate Institute policy while being held hostage.

[As Ferran talks, he scans the room behind the glass, assessing the threats they'll need to neutralize if diplomacy doesn't work.]