Peace Prevails

[Alexander Talion]

Cindy smiled as she listened to Carley, especially when they were alone. "I agree. They have much in common, both good and bad. Their careers are parallel on the surface, their ranks and some of their command experience, they've both suffered personal loss, but they say the devil is in the details. They both have baggage and they both have secrets, but I suppose that can be said of everyone to some degree. Alex rarely does thing by half measure. It's in his nature to overthink things at times, but when he allows his heart to become involved, he tends to be all in. I've been with him in one form or another for more than 20 years. We're like family, which is why I use the name Talion, because it's easier that way. I don't think we need to warn either of them not to hurt the other. I think that part will be easy. I suspect it will be other people that we need to worry about."

Cindy paused for a moment and then asked, "Has Beno ever been with a Betazoid? It can be a little unsettling for some people. Alex doesn't look it, but because he tends to make such a strong connection when he opens up emotionally...well...if he forms that kind of bond with her, she won't soon forget it."

== Tag Carley ==