Sitting in Lynch's villa, the light from the fireplace provided some warmth to the room, although Akumal couldn't understand how such a small flame could warm such a large hall.
But none of that mattered; what was important was that he was contemplating how to answer Lynch's question. He had a feeling that this exchange would change him, and might even alter the future fate of Nagariel.
He had to make himself serious, dedicating himself entirely to this question.
After thinking for a long time, he slowly answered with one word, "Spirit!"
After he spoke the answer he had in his heart, he looked at Lynch.
Lynch pondered for a moment, nodding as he said, "Go on."
Akumal took a deep breath and began to articulate his views, "After I came to the Federation, I found that the biggest difference between here and Nagariel was in the people's spirit."
