Jez was relaxing, she felt comfortable, but she had a feeling; call it woman’s intuition, but something told her Commander Talion interest in her abilities were more than just casual. She wasn’t really sure how to answer his question, as it wasn’t an easy question. Jez was after all a child of two worlds, both with a rich distinctive culture. Her mother was a proud daughter of The Sixth House of Betazed.
The Sixth House of Betazed is one of the ancient noble houses on Betazed. To be a member of such a social class in Betazoid culture is to be considered descendants of the Goddess, Karawati, herself and a part of influential ancestry. The Sixth House is considered the House of Heart and Life - tasked with promoting the hearty and vivacious enjoyment of life. Though Jez didn’t necessarily agree with that, as she knew life could be difficult and not a party.She knew life could be very disappointing and difficult.
Broadly speaking, the modern interpretation of the Sixth House's mission is one of maintaining the 'liveliness' or 'spirit' of Betazed and bolstering the relevancy of the Noble Houses - though various families and family members often vary on their personal take on the House's motivations.
A jaded Betazoid might describe the Sixth House's mission using the old Earth phrase, "bread and circuses," - vital distraction to appease and entertain the common folk into continued obedience. A member of the Sixth House, however, may feel that only stuffy ingrates believe entertainment to be frivolous.
It is perhaps, no surprise then, that the Sixth House is deeply involved in the landscape of political gossip and tabloids on Betazed and is often associated with scandal - though they are rarely at the center of it themselves.
Jez’s mother is a very gifted and powerful Telepath, her mother knew what her children were up to from a few hundred yards away, so to say the least Jez and her siblings got away with very little if anything.
Yes, her father is a Vulcan, but unlike most Vulcans he practiced Logic only enough to advance his career. When he was around other Vulcan’s he played the traditional stoic Vulcan, but when he was with his family, he often expressed emotions, but very lightly. Her dad holding advanced degree in Archeologist, Historian, and Geology, brought him to a unique path, he explored The Ancient Vulcan PSi abilities and developed his mind greatly, he mastered Mind Melds, often on digs he could touch and object and know what it’s function was, he is very impressive. Her father’s side of the family were all gifted in MInd Melds and other mental disciplines, like slowing their heart rates , intense meditation, much like the Yogi’s on Earth.
“Well Commander, I’m a Hybrid of two rich and distinctive cultures, Betazed and Vulcan. I spent a great deal of time on Betazed with my grandmother, I was taught to use my Telepathic abilities at an early age, as my parents often were on Archeological digs that they deemed too dangerous for us kids. So, it was either Betazed with my grandmother, or Vulcan with my other relatives, but I didn’t enjoy spending time on Vulcan, it’s a little too restrictive for my liking. I couldn’t be myself. They wanted me to complete the Kolinahr, but my grandmother on Betazed taught me that my emotions are my strength.” Said Jez, as she took a sip of her tea.
“What Vulcan’s don’t understand is that emotions can be a force of positive change, for example you can hate an injustice and direct that hate into a peaceful and creative way to fight and correct that injustice.” Stated Jez.
“Some Papaye Commander?” Said Jez, as she held out a plate with the delicious fruit .
“My parents taught me to always be discreet with my abilities, as they could get me into trouble. When it comes to my abilities, I'm not as powerful as my mother. Yes, I can sense strong emotions, anger, sadness, those types of emotions, but I usually have to be in close proximity and know the person well. You, being a Betazoid know that there are some species like Klingons who have an underlying anger. So, I can’t tell if an individual Klingon is angry just by being in a room with him, but maybe in a few weeks with the Klingon I could.” Said Jez.
Jez took a few sips of her tea and ate some more papaya, the taste of the Green Tea and the Papaya tasted wonderful. She shifted in her seat.
“Just between you and I, when I was with my parents on digs, our minds were always open to each other, in case of danger. You know from an unstable Tomb floor or a crumbling Palace, so my mental shields could use some work. Being around so many non-telepaths, especially at the Academy can be and was difficult……..but… Commander Sothrick of the Geronimo was teaching myself and Lt. Xardeen how to enhance our mental shields and abilities, he’s very talented.” Said Jez, her voice an odd mix of fondness and longing.
Jez wasn’t sure exactly why Commander Talion was so interested in her abilities. Had she done something that offended him?
Gee…. I hope I didn’t say or think something improper and offend him.
“Commander, I’m more than an empath, but I’m not as powerful as my mother and father. My mother could probably read your thoughts from several blocks away and my father could probably touch an object from your childhood and know what you were doing and thinking at that particular moment, or so they tell me…..I don’t really know how talented or gifted I’m as I have never really been tested. I never really encountered non-telepaths until I attended the Academy. My parents' colleagues are all either Vulcan or Betaziods. Well except their Security Chief, he is a Human, a retired Star Fleet Chief of Security. Named Commander Michael Denton, maybe you know of him?” Stated Jez, her voice a mix of pride and concern.
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The Sixth House of Betazed is one of the ancient noble houses on Betazed. To be a member of such a social class in Betazoid culture is to be considered descendants of the Goddess, Karawati, herself and a part of influential ancestry. The Sixth House is considered the House of Heart and Life - tasked with promoting the hearty and vivacious enjoyment of life. Though Jez didn’t necessarily agree with that, as she knew life could be difficult and not a party.She knew life could be very disappointing and difficult.
Broadly speaking, the modern interpretation of the Sixth House's mission is one of maintaining the 'liveliness' or 'spirit' of Betazed and bolstering the relevancy of the Noble Houses - though various families and family members often vary on their personal take on the House's motivations.
A jaded Betazoid might describe the Sixth House's mission using the old Earth phrase, "bread and circuses," - vital distraction to appease and entertain the common folk into continued obedience. A member of the Sixth House, however, may feel that only stuffy ingrates believe entertainment to be frivolous.
It is perhaps, no surprise then, that the Sixth House is deeply involved in the landscape of political gossip and tabloids on Betazed and is often associated with scandal - though they are rarely at the center of it themselves.
Jez’s mother is a very gifted and powerful Telepath, her mother knew what her children were up to from a few hundred yards away, so to say the least Jez and her siblings got away with very little if anything.
Yes, her father is a Vulcan, but unlike most Vulcans he practiced Logic only enough to advance his career. When he was around other Vulcan’s he played the traditional stoic Vulcan, but when he was with his family, he often expressed emotions, but very lightly. Her dad holding advanced degree in Archeologist, Historian, and Geology, brought him to a unique path, he explored The Ancient Vulcan PSi abilities and developed his mind greatly, he mastered Mind Melds, often on digs he could touch and object and know what it’s function was, he is very impressive. Her father’s side of the family were all gifted in MInd Melds and other mental disciplines, like slowing their heart rates , intense meditation, much like the Yogi’s on Earth.
“Well Commander, I’m a Hybrid of two rich and distinctive cultures, Betazed and Vulcan. I spent a great deal of time on Betazed with my grandmother, I was taught to use my Telepathic abilities at an early age, as my parents often were on Archeological digs that they deemed too dangerous for us kids. So, it was either Betazed with my grandmother, or Vulcan with my other relatives, but I didn’t enjoy spending time on Vulcan, it’s a little too restrictive for my liking. I couldn’t be myself. They wanted me to complete the Kolinahr, but my grandmother on Betazed taught me that my emotions are my strength.” Said Jez, as she took a sip of her tea.
“What Vulcan’s don’t understand is that emotions can be a force of positive change, for example you can hate an injustice and direct that hate into a peaceful and creative way to fight and correct that injustice.” Stated Jez.
“Some Papaye Commander?” Said Jez, as she held out a plate with the delicious fruit .
“My parents taught me to always be discreet with my abilities, as they could get me into trouble. When it comes to my abilities, I'm not as powerful as my mother. Yes, I can sense strong emotions, anger, sadness, those types of emotions, but I usually have to be in close proximity and know the person well. You, being a Betazoid know that there are some species like Klingons who have an underlying anger. So, I can’t tell if an individual Klingon is angry just by being in a room with him, but maybe in a few weeks with the Klingon I could.” Said Jez.
Jez took a few sips of her tea and ate some more papaya, the taste of the Green Tea and the Papaya tasted wonderful. She shifted in her seat.
“Just between you and I, when I was with my parents on digs, our minds were always open to each other, in case of danger. You know from an unstable Tomb floor or a crumbling Palace, so my mental shields could use some work. Being around so many non-telepaths, especially at the Academy can be and was difficult……..but… Commander Sothrick of the Geronimo was teaching myself and Lt. Xardeen how to enhance our mental shields and abilities, he’s very talented.” Said Jez, her voice an odd mix of fondness and longing.
Jez wasn’t sure exactly why Commander Talion was so interested in her abilities. Had she done something that offended him?
Gee…. I hope I didn’t say or think something improper and offend him.
“Commander, I’m more than an empath, but I’m not as powerful as my mother and father. My mother could probably read your thoughts from several blocks away and my father could probably touch an object from your childhood and know what you were doing and thinking at that particular moment, or so they tell me…..I don’t really know how talented or gifted I’m as I have never really been tested. I never really encountered non-telepaths until I attended the Academy. My parents' colleagues are all either Vulcan or Betaziods. Well except their Security Chief, he is a Human, a retired Star Fleet Chief of Security. Named Commander Michael Denton, maybe you know of him?” Stated Jez, her voice a mix of pride and concern.
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