[Fenimore immediately stiffens at the seemingly innocuous question. Still under the impression that Grune is human, it sounds more to her like a query into Fenimore's own race. Sure, Spock made it clear that he was referring to something strange about Grune, but her mind doesn't really work rationally with this subject.
Okay, breathe. He can't know she's not human, right? And, with those ears, he's certainly not from Melfes. He mightn't have even heard of Ferines before. She attempts a laugh and a casual tone, but both are forced.] Huh? Of course. What kind of question is that?
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Okay, breathe. He can't know she's not human, right? And, with those ears, he's certainly not from Melfes. He mightn't have even heard of Ferines before. She attempts a laugh and a casual tone, but both are forced.] Huh? Of course. What kind of question is that?