As they were led towards their quarters in Akeem Omoregie's residence, Messina and Ellis remained silent for a brief moment. Angelo Messina gazed at Ellis with a serious and inquisitive expression. He was clearly concerned about the way Ellis had confronted Amina, the interim leader of that place.

In a calm yet firm manner, Messina asked Ellis, “What exactly was going through your mind when you confronted Amina like that? It couldn't have helped in any way.”

Ellis responded, ...