*On the bridge of the Imperious

"They're up to something." stated Captain Melkiv
"Pardon sir."
"I said they're up to something. What could be the reason for their presence here? I mean, they've been travelling up near our coast for quite a while now but I don't see them crossing the Pacific; not one ship. I want every piece of scanning equipment available pointed at that ship. And I don't need to remind you all that we don't need another diplomatic incident with a major power, so no lethal force unless provoked. Got that?"

While the two ships are moving slowly onward, they are both being observed by the mainland, who're ready to launch a small fleet if necessary.