He raised an eyebrow, faintly surprised that she had decided to divulge what he had asked for so readily. He had expected some flippant answer on how the info was above his paygrade, or maybe something along the lines of how he was only there to provide support and therefore it didn't matter. As a result, the surprise showed on his face, and for a few seconds he looked quizzical more than anything as he studied her. Then he nodded.

"Yes, ma'am." No extra emphasis on the ma'am this time. He shifted so that he was more comfortably crouched -- he could feel pins and needles beginning to creep in already. "We bring in the carrier. Got it." There was a dry quality to his voice, and he cracked a faint smile.