D: You have news, Saru. Do you intend to share it with me or will be forced to mind-meld?
S: President Rillak would like me to serve as a Federation ambassador. I would be assigned to a coalition of smaller worlds, ensuring their needs are addressed as the Federation continues to expand. She does not wish to repeat the mistakes of the past.
D: An effort that is most appreciated. Particularly given the location of some of those worlds. If they were to fall into the influence of the Tholian Republic or Breen Imperium...
S: Indeed, it is imperative that we remain unified.
D: Yet, you are uncertain about her offer.
S: I would need to resign my Starfleet commission. However, I would be based here at Federation Headquarters, and since your duties often bring you here as well...
D: I should not factor into your decision, Saru. I mean to say that while we may love one other deeply, the logical choice is to remove our relationship from consideration so you may clearly evaluate which is more meaningful: this new position, or your current role in Starfleet.
S: Yes. O-Of course...
