Spock studied her face. Her positive reactions never failed to surprise him. Particularly the smile she was now giving him - he had never witnessed her smile in such a way at anyone else, thus conferring on him a unique position.

He found it difficult to trace the logical trajectory of their relationship, which had led to this point.

"I trust that you are sufficiently calmed, after your earlier disturbance?" he asked, wishing to express his continued concern for her comfort.