Nephrite straightens-- or rather perks, really. His interest is certainly piqued. Not only is he offering something that he would be very interested in learning more about and how to use, but the fact that this man is also seeking allies...

You've definitely got him listening now.

He approaches the other man, taking the gift into his hands to observe it for a moment before he looks back up at Master Chief.

"Allies? What do you need allies for?"