The AI remained silent for a few seconds that felt more like minutes. When it responded, banging on the door commenced.

“There isn’t enough data, Captain. It is believed their minds don’t function in more than a rudimentary way, so any distortion will go unnoticed. Most likely.”

But the one that boarded us knows what it’s doing? Richard thought. He didn’t like his options, but he didn’t see another way.

“Computer, can you activate our programmed space warp as the ship is currently?”

“Yes, Captain. Your order is all that is needed.”

Richard debated as pounding on the door increased.