04-03-2026, 10:19 PM
Alex greeted the Captain, "Glad you could make it, sir. You missed seeing your First Officer dazzling the crew with her dancing skills. You'll have to take a look at the holo-vid recording of it, when you get the chance. She was quite impressive. Combined with her diplomatic skills displayed in the mission, I think Commander Velaul will be one to keep our eye on in the future. I sense a rising star." He then shifted topic, "Will you be able to join us all for dinner? There appears to be quite an impressive menu prepared for us."
While Commanders Velaul and Talion were speaking with the Captain, Cindy continued her conversation with Carley, "I've read what little information there is on this rite you speak of. It sounds quite impressive. I understand how strange it must seem for organics to experience this sort of a thing. For me, functioning in a physical form is the unusual part and I find it quite unique."
Carley referenced a kiss and Cindy smiled and looked up as she recalled a fond memory, "Yes, I can certainly see how that is a fitting phrase. You can tell a great deal about a person from a kiss. I've had the pleasure of such a moment, though I confess that most of the complex intricacies involved with the majority of cultural mating rituals seems almost impossible to navigate sanely. The psychology and medical science involved is mind boggling. However, it does stand to reason that this is the very element that causes so many to pursue such relationships, sometimes even at great personal cost. The heart wants what the heart wants."
Carley then asked about the bonding, which caused Cindy to focus intently on trying to answer, "Well, it is hard to seperate the Telepathic from the empathic at times. The symbiotic relationship of a joined Trill involves a direct neurological connection, where Betazoids have the ability to make such connections without physical touch. It can greatly amplify such efforts, if touch is involved, but is not required. The difference would be that, Alex could not speak directly to the symbiont but as the memories and emotions are also those of Beno, she would be able to share them, if she wished. Remember, Alex would consider it highly offensive for him to attempt a connection that Beno did not invite. However, as they grow closer, they might be able to sense certain thoughts and emotions of each other. It is highly variable and depends greatly on both of them desiring such a thing. A Betazoid can certainly pick up overt thoughts and emotions from a person, but to attempt to intrude in another mind uninvited would be an unthinkable violation. Should they choose to pursue a physical relationship, it is highly likely that such a connection will certainly...um...enhance the experience. but I suspect that would be with Beno and not so much Velaul. I hope that answers you question."
== Tag to the CO as well as Beno and Carley ==
While Commanders Velaul and Talion were speaking with the Captain, Cindy continued her conversation with Carley, "I've read what little information there is on this rite you speak of. It sounds quite impressive. I understand how strange it must seem for organics to experience this sort of a thing. For me, functioning in a physical form is the unusual part and I find it quite unique."
Carley referenced a kiss and Cindy smiled and looked up as she recalled a fond memory, "Yes, I can certainly see how that is a fitting phrase. You can tell a great deal about a person from a kiss. I've had the pleasure of such a moment, though I confess that most of the complex intricacies involved with the majority of cultural mating rituals seems almost impossible to navigate sanely. The psychology and medical science involved is mind boggling. However, it does stand to reason that this is the very element that causes so many to pursue such relationships, sometimes even at great personal cost. The heart wants what the heart wants."
Carley then asked about the bonding, which caused Cindy to focus intently on trying to answer, "Well, it is hard to seperate the Telepathic from the empathic at times. The symbiotic relationship of a joined Trill involves a direct neurological connection, where Betazoids have the ability to make such connections without physical touch. It can greatly amplify such efforts, if touch is involved, but is not required. The difference would be that, Alex could not speak directly to the symbiont but as the memories and emotions are also those of Beno, she would be able to share them, if she wished. Remember, Alex would consider it highly offensive for him to attempt a connection that Beno did not invite. However, as they grow closer, they might be able to sense certain thoughts and emotions of each other. It is highly variable and depends greatly on both of them desiring such a thing. A Betazoid can certainly pick up overt thoughts and emotions from a person, but to attempt to intrude in another mind uninvited would be an unthinkable violation. Should they choose to pursue a physical relationship, it is highly likely that such a connection will certainly...um...enhance the experience. but I suspect that would be with Beno and not so much Velaul. I hope that answers you question."
== Tag to the CO as well as Beno and Carley ==