"Three point one million, then." Vladimir accepts the correction equably. "Considerably less than the cost of outright war, I would submit. For both the Cutters and the Ancients. Yes, I think a war would cost us both considerably more when one takes into account the lost revenue and assets, and the impairment of our ability to capitalize on new business opportunities during the rebuilding phase." He smiles—I think that’s what he’s doing—his lips forming a thin straight line. "I believe the leadership of the Ancients will see reason."