Let me pose a different question, then, [ she's quick on the uptake, following his explanation easily without any need to ask for clarification on the matter. ] When was the last time you saw Earth?
[ it's a selfish question to ask, but one she allows herself nonetheless. one that may possibly be a cruel reminder of that which is presently out of reach for the both of them, but it's been such a long time since kathryn's heard anything genuine about their homeworld that wasn't tales from the crew or overplayed holodeck scenarios. talking of earth is not a priority at the moment, but he's injured and is far more familiar with this place and their current situation than she is.
and something tells her they have nothing but time. ]
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[ it's a selfish question to ask, but one she allows herself nonetheless. one that may possibly be a cruel reminder of that which is presently out of reach for the both of them, but it's been such a long time since kathryn's heard anything genuine about their homeworld that wasn't tales from the crew or overplayed holodeck scenarios. talking of earth is not a priority at the moment, but he's injured and is far more familiar with this place and their current situation than she is.
and something tells her they have nothing but time. ]