Of course, money is important in the realm of scientific research and development. I wouldn't have worked for the government for so long had I other means of funding for our projects. I had a family to support. Past that, I see no benefit from financial gain other than greed. Straddling both worlds is dangerous.

[Walter hasn't handled money for over twenty years. It doesn't occur to him to care about it.]

Are you here to pilfer this world's valuables as well?