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Hux(34) I'm not interested in your bleeding hearts. If you're under the age of 25, click X. I enjoy people who are competent and actually know how to do their jobs, and do them well. Also, leather.

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[neutronium]

I don't have sex with those I don't trust, anyways. [Unless certain qualifications are met.]

But yes, hand holding is fine. It's something I prefer as well.

[Hux puts out his hand, palm up, nodding.]

[mindmeld]

[ Spock will probably not meet those qualifications. ]

Vulcans are touch telepaths, but we maintain strict shields to keep from reading or projecting thoughts and emotions inappropriately. It is still preferable to many other forms of intimacy here. [ After providing his warning, Spock extends his hand, placing it in Hux's and curling his fingers around the other's. ]

[neutronium]

[Hux listens, and gives a slight tilt of his head.]

I would prefer that you not read my thoughts; my own...associate here is known to probe without questioning.

It serves purposes, but it is--disconcerting.

[He flinches almost when Spock touches his hand, but doesn't feel anything in his mind, so he grasps back.]

[mindmeld]

I would not read thoughts, not without an express invitation. [ Or a dire situation, but that is not something Hux needs to be aware of, as a dire situation is unlikely to happen in Eudio. ] And the same magics that the city uses to gather energy provide mental shields, as to not violate consent.

[ If it is awkward to sit there, holding hands with an individual with whom he barely knows, Spock's expression does not reveal it. And he deliberately does not probe, looking for emotions of thoughts, and makes sure to guard his own thoughts. ]

[neutronium]

That is good to hear; I just wanted to explain.

[Hux lets out a breath, and laces their fingers together, settling. He doesn't hold hands much, either; it shouldn't be this awkward.]

It would be helpful, to be able to read people's thoughts--but I have found I can do it without any special abilities.

[mindmeld]

[ In some ways, engaging in sexual intercourse might have been the better option, because at least that is physical and does not encounter the same awkwardness that comes with something as simple as holding hands. But it is working toward a goal and thus is acceptable. ]

I have found it useful on a number of occasions, including when a man I regarded as mentor died, as it allows one to see beyond the scope of their mind, but it is not always necessary to use such a skill. You have learned to read individuals and understand them that way?

[neutronium]

[They are both not the most affectionate people. Some things will always be awkward for them.]

I am sorry to hear about your mentor. The man I have always looked up to died a few years before I was born; but his writings and life have always helped me.

But yes; in my world there are people who can read minds as well, and I've had to learn to create mental walls to protect myself from such intrusion--but I have always made it a goal to read people both in face and voice, to determine their true intentions.

[mindmeld]

Your sympathy is unnecessary but appreciated. [ Though he doubted there was a deep amount of sympathy there. ] How did you encounter the works of the individual who you admire? Did his work provide assistance in understanding humans?

[neutronium]

Isn't sympathy usually unnecessary? [Because yes, there wasn't much there for Spock. He usually does better with empathy, but only rarely.]

He is part of the old command structure that my father was involved in. The First Order created itself out of the ashes of the Empire. I was determined to learn all I could about them to ensure I didn't repeat their mistakes, and in the research I found the writings.

And yes, the writings did. He had a very clear head towards everything; he had faults as well, of course. I have sought not to repeat those.

[mindmeld]

Generally. [ Though he has come to understand just how important sympathy can be for those suffering grief. ]

One must learn from history and take caution to not repeat the mistakes of the past. My people remember our past and cleave to the tenets of the founder of current societal structure to ensure we do not fall into the same cycle.

[ Spock can easily tell time and how long has passed since any given incident. It has been, to his calculations, only five minutes since they took hands, but he decides that is enough, for the moment. So he untangles his hand and rises, nodding to Hux. ]

You have my appreciation for your assistance in help fulfilling my incentive, but I shall take my leave now. We shall continue this at another time.

[neutronium]

[Hux likes the way that Spock's people work--perhaps in another life, he would have fit in with them well.

When Spock gets up, he quirks an eyebrow, but says nothing, instead giving a slight nod.]

You're welcome. I look forward to speaking to you, again.