Real, good post. You brought some DD for a change. I have read a couple/few, and will eventually read all.
I guess we will have to wait for the Geo Reports, and ,still, not close the door to a report of mother lode status. BUT, if there is mother lode indications, you will need to also keep an open mind, not just take a dim view , no matter what.
Let's see what the report says.