[would like to hear about that, later -- anything Gregor would find 'illuminating' must be worth some attention -- but right now, Zam's the uppermost concern.]

Didn't think they'd like to be called droids, sir. [mirthless smile; normally culturally sensitive, but willing to make all the exceptions for this one. a simple nod at Gregor's request, wishing to be a fly on that wall. get 'im, Greg, get 'im good.] I will. If you need anything specific, I'll do my best to find out.

Zam's stable, resting up. I think he'd appreciate a visit when you have a moment, but the Decepticon's problem was with all of us, not just him. Crushed some ribs, but didn't get around to pulling off any more limbs, though he threatened to.

The name I got was Tarn.

[if the tone comes across as 'he who has a date with the wrong side of the engine hatch' that's probably only subtext.]