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Someone to Watch Over Me

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...so Harry throws it in gear, floors the gas and backs us right through a burrito stand.

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So when are you going to teach me how to drive?

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You sure you're ready?

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I've piloted starships.

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I think I can handle a car.

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Ah, you'd be surprised.

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The clutch on a '69 Mustang can be pretty tricky.

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Take a look.

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She's watching us again.

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She's working. Relax.

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Dessert?

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What is it?

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Some cheese I prepared for our Kadi guest.

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Tell me what you think.

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It's a little bland.

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Just a little? Oh, that's bad.

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The Kadi don't approve of spices... anything that might inflame the senses.

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You're talking this mission very seriously.

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The Kadi are easily offended.

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The Captain's leaving their representative entirely in my hands while she's at the colony.

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I'm sure you're up to it, Ambassador.

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I hope so.

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She's watching us again.

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You're imagining things.

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I don't think so.

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B'Elanna.

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Enjoying the view?

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Explain.

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You've been staring at us all night.

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In fact, you were following us yesterday when we were walking to Engineering, and the day before, when I was waiting for Tom outside the Shuttle Bay.

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You are correct.

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I have been observing you as part of my research on human mating behavior.

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"Stardate 52647, 1400 hours.

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"Subjects quarrel in corridor

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"outside female's quarters.

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"Male returns with 12 flowering plant stems--

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"species Rosa rubifolia--

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"effecting a cessation of hostilities.

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"Stardate 52648

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0300 hours. Intimate relations resume..."

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How the hell do you know when we're having intimate relations?

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There is no one on Deck 9, Section 12 who doesn't know when you're having intimate relations.

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Is there a problem?

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I want all the data you've collected.

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I haven't completed the study.

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Then study this. Borg provokes Klingon.

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Klingon breaks Borg nose.

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B'Elanna... Call Sick Bay.

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Tell them there's about to be a medical emergency.

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B'Elanna, let's go have a nightcap.

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This time, you've crossed the line.

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I've read B'Elanna's report.

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Needless to say, I was surprised.

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I was careful not to violate protocols.

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That's not the point.

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This is a starship, not a nature preserve.

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Oh, I'm missing a pip.

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You asked me to broaden my knowledge of human behavior.

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I'm not questioning your goals, Seven... Oh. It's your methods.

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You shouldn't be taking field notes on the crew.

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Help me with this, will you, please?

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Have you ever considered trying it yourself?

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Romance, I mean.

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I do not require a romantic relationship.

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So why did you collect 30,000 gigaquads of data on the subject?

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I'm late.

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I missed this on my first pass through their database.

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Kadi monks only wash with purified water, so sonic showers are out.

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I've already equipped his quarters with an ablutionary fountain built to their specifications.

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They observe eight daily services.

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Noted.

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Show the ambassador our best side, Neelix.

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I don't want him going back to his superiors with tales of how immoral we are.

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TUVOK: Energize.

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The ritual greeting.

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Travelers who have left the sanctity of their home and family, we welcome you into our home... our family.

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Accept these symbols of our purity and the Goddess Mother's blessing.

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Commander Tuvok, the senior officer who will accompany me, and Mr. Neelix, who will familiarize your ambassador with Voyager. Tomin is an excellent judge of character.

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He'll help us determine whether your crew is worthy of receiving our minerals.

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He's in very good hands.

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It is time to welcome you to our home.

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This way, Ambassador.

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Voyager's an Intrepid-class starship with a crew of 146, designed for long-term exploration.

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I thought we'd start with a tour of our primary systems.

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First stop, Engineering.

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I was hoping I might sample a food item I noted earlier in your data files.

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"Hasperat"?

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It's a Bajoran dish. Very spicy.

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I believe that your dietary protocols prohibit flavorful foods.

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I want to broaden my palate while I'm here in the interests of better understanding.

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In that case, first stop, Mess Hall.

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Your cortical implants are operating at peak efficiency.

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Nanoprobe levels stable. Complaints?

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None.

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I heard about the Mess Hall incident.

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This crew can be very efficient at disseminating information when they choose to be.

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They say gossip travels faster than warp speed.

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So why were you studying Tom and B'Elanna?

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Scientific curiosity.

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Are you sure? Perhaps there's a reason that hasn't occurred to you.

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You're a woman, Seven.

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Is that an observation or a diagnosis?

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A simple biological fact... with repercussions that are hard to deny.

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What is your proposed treatment?

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Perhaps you should consider expanding your research to the realm of dating.

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"Dating."

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You mean procreation.

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One step at a time. Dating is a human ritual wherein two people share a social activity, get to know each other.

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In time, it can lead to a romantic involvement and eventually, if all goes well, even marriage.

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One step at a time.

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This could be an important stage in your social development.

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It's worth exploring.

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The Captain would seem to agree.

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How shall I proceed?

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You mean, we. I'll prepare a lesson plan.

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Meet me on Holodeck 2 in one hour.

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Most women start dating a little younger than you, but better late than never.

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I've prepared an introduction.

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I call it "Love Amid the Stars."

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The Milky Way.

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Home to thousands of humanoid species and countless courtship rituals.

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Klingon males initiate courtship by biting the female.

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Here we see two Bolians getting to know one another.

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The courtship rituals of some species remain shrouded in mystery.

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For example, Species 8472 appears to have as many as five sexes.

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Bystanders better keep their distance.

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( chuckles )

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Of course, the species you're most likely to interact with is human, so without further ado, Lesson One, "First Contact."

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There are any number of ways humans can meet prospective mates.

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Here we see the "chance encounter."

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Equally common is the "formal introduction."

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When first contact is successful, romance quickly ensues and, in the happiest of circumstances, procreation.

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Here we see how fortress ovum is besieged by countless little warriors.

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Doctor, I am familiar with the physiological processes of sexuality.

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Well... then let's skip ahead to the first of the practical exercises.

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Lesson Two. "Encounter in a Public Place."

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Computer, initiate holo-program

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Paris 3.

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Our location?

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Chez Sandrine.

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It's on Earth in a city called Marseilles.

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Ensign Paris whiled away a good portion of his Academy years here.

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No doubt to the detriment of his scholastic performance.

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Now, pull up a bar stool and pretend you've come here to meet the man of your dreams.

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"Hi, there."

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"Hello."

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"Come here often?"

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"This is my first time."

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"You must be new in town.

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How do you like the south of France?"

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"It is very quaint, exactly as I've always pictured it."

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"May I buy you a drink?"

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I don't require a liquid supplement at this time.

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You're not giving this a fair chance.

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This exercise is pointless.

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It may seem pointless, but small talk is a vital dating skill.

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It helps to establish a rapport with your companion.

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Perhaps there's something to be said for assimilation after all.

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All right. Why don't you try your own approach on... that gentleman over there.

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Go ahead.

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Very well.

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Hello.

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Hello.

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May I buy you a drink?

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Uh... sure.

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Steven Price.

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And... and you are?

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Seven of Nine, Tertiary Adjunct of...

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You may call me Seven.

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Seven... that's-that's an unusual name.

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Uh, please, have a seat.

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Looks like Sandrine's is under new management.

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Who deleted my pool table?

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Shh. School is in session.

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More social lessons?

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Watch. You might learn something.

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Curious jewelry.

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It's a Borg implant. I was a drone.

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Oh, so then it's a family heirloom.

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( laughing )

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Borg do not have families. They have unimatrices.

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Well, in that case, why don't you tell me about your... unimatrix.

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They're hitting it off, don't you think?

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He's a hologram.

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Your point?

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Well, you programmed him to interact with Seven.

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Real people don't respond the same way.

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Under my guidance, she'll be dating real people in no time.

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You're teaching Seven how to date?

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( laughing )

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Talk about the blind leading the blind.

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I've had my share of romantic encounters.

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Hmm.

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Are you implying that Seven couldn't get a date?

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What, are you kidding?

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Half the men on this ship would jump at the chance.

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But getting a date is one thing.

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Keeping it from turning into a disaster is another.

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I have every confidence in her social skills.

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Well, fine. Let's say you get her a date.

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This is the holodeck.

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The cards are stacked in her favor.

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But if you want to really put her to the test, you have to do it in the real world, where anything can happen.

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Mr. Neelix is hosting a reception for the Kadi Ambassador on Thursday night.

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Not only will Seven arrive with a date, she will have him eating out of the palm of her hand.

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Put your latinum where your mouth is.

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If Seven brings a date to the reception and leaves with the same date on good terms without causing a diplomatic incident,

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I will work double shifts in Sick Bay for the next month.

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And if she fails?

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I get a month off.

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It's a bet.

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Where are you going?

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Our small talk is terminated.

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I have mastered this exercise.

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We can proceed to the next.

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If I were you,

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I'd start looking for somebody to fill in for me.

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One Katarian pudding.

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Mm-hmm.

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Ah.

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Mmm!

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Ah, the texture is so frothy.

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It seems to be evaporating in my mouth.

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The recipe includes a catalytic agent designed to do just that.

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Mmm.

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If we don't hurry, we'll miss Lieutenant Torres.

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She's been waiting half an hour.

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You're right.

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Engineering. Your warp core.

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I must see that.

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In our society, males and females work separately.

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But I can see the wisdom of your approach.

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Promotes a more stimulating environment.

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( beeping ) It's time for third prayer.

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Yes, it is.

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But I think I can forego this service and perform the appropriate penance later.

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It's more important that I continue exploring your culture.

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Perhaps another dessert.

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Good morning.

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It's time for Lesson Three.

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"Getting to Know You." Elaborate.

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The key to finding a compatible partner is learning how to share your interests and goals.

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We'll start with hobbies.

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What do you do with your spare time?

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Regenerate. Uh-huh.

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Tell me about your tastes, your likes and dislikes.

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I dislike irrelevant conversations.

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Okay. Which brings us to "goals."

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What do you want out of life?

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Perfection.

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Perfection is a laudable goal for oneself, but you can't expect it from others.

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I learned that lesson myself when I was first activated.

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One of the ways I adapted was to pursue interests people could identify with.

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Holo-photography, for example. Opera.

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Music does have intriguing mathematical properties.

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Excellent.

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Perhaps we can mold this curiosity into an interest.

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Something you can share with others.

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Let's see how much you know.

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Here we see-- A basic musical phrase in the major mode.

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I've done a preliminary study of the topic.

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Sing it for me.

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( tone sounds )

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♪ La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la. ♪

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Seven, has anyone ever told you you have a beautiful voice? It's a true gift.

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The gift is from the collective.

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A vocal subprocessor designed to facilitate the sonic interface with Borg transponders.

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Let's try something a little more challenging.

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"You Are My Sunshine."

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It's a simple melody from Earth's 20th century.

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A good piece for beginners.

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Sing.

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( tone sounds )

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♪ The other night, dear, As I lay sleeping ♪

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♪ I dreamed I held you In my arms ♪

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That was... flawless, but try putting a little more emotion into it.

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Like this.

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( tone sounds )

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♪ When I awoke, dear, I was mistaken ♪

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♪ And I hung my head And cried ♪

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See? Computer, add instrumental accompaniment.

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( piano playing )

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On to the chorus.

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Together now.

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♪ You are my sunshine My only sunshine ♪

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♪ You make me happy When skies are gray ♪

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♪ You'll never know, dear How much I love you ♪

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♪ Please don't take My sunshine away ♪

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( harmonizing ): ♪ You are my sunshine My only sunshine ♪

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♪ You make me happy When skies are gray ♪

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♪ You'll never know, dear ♪

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♪ How much I love you ♪

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♪ Please don't take My sunshine away ♪

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Seven, I need the data from those last two astrometric scans.

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In a moment.

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That looks like the crew manifest.

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The Doctor asked me to pick a suitable candidate. For what?

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Lesson Ten. "The First Date."

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Your first date?

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I've narrowed the list to two crewmen based on work performance and compatible interests.

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I didn't know you had any interests.

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Neither did I, but, apparently, they include astronomy, quantum mechanics and music.

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I play the clarinet, you know.

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You are not one of the candidates, Ensign.

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Oh.

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Well, maybe I can help you pick Mr. Right.

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Ensign Bronowsky, assigned to the Airponics Bay.

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His work record is flawless and he plays the accordion.

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Badly, very badly.

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He's got no sense of humor.

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Lieutenant Chapman, Structural Engineering.

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Chapman's a nice guy.

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We worked together on an away mission.

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He seemed efficient.

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( door opens ) Robertson, if that's you,

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I need an isolinear spanner. SEVEN: It is not.

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Ooh.

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I apologize, Lieutenant.

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I didn't mean to startle you.

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No, my fault.

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You need something?

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Your presence is required...

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...er, rather, it is requested tonight.

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1900 hours, Holodeck 2.

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Another Engineering simulation?

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Dinner.

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"Dinner"?

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The consumption of nutritional biomatter.

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No, I know what dinner is. I just...

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Are you asking me to join you?

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Yes.

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State your response.

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Okay.

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Yes.

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Please be punctual.

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I will. Thanks.

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A dropped tool can be a workplace hazard.

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Be more careful next time.

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Seven, please state the nature of the medical emergency.

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I have a date.

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( humming "You Are My Sunshine" )

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Sorry I'm late. It's quite all right.

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In fact, why don't you take the day off... relax? Those double shifts are going to take a lot out of you.

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Oh?

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Seven of Nine has a date tonight.

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If all goes well, as I'm sure it will, he'll accompany her to the reception tomorrow.

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Who'd she pick?

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Lieutenant William Chapman.

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Ha! Chapman! Good luck.

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What's that supposed to mean?

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He's renowned for being nervous around women.

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So? Are you kidding?

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Seven's dominant personality will have him running for the airlock before dessert.

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Seven may seem intimidating, but that's only a reaction to the way people treat her.

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In fact, she's... an efficient and charming young woman.

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Efficient, I'll give you that.

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But charming?

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Most people don't take the time to look beyond her exterior.

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Did you know she has a lovely singing voice?

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Uh, no, I didn't, but then again,

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I've never asked her to sing for me.

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What are you implying?

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Well, it sounds like you're getting a little infatuated with your star pupil.

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( scoffing laugh )

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"Infatuated"? That's absurd.

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Whatever you say, maestro.

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It was part of the lesson plan!

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You're meeting with him in ten minutes, Seven.

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Why aren't you ready? I am.

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Aren't we forgetting something?

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Lesson Eight. "Dress for Success."

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My appearance is sufficient. Sufficient, yes, but you could use a little more... panache.

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Let's start by doing something different with your hair.

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I don't have much first-hand experience with this, but, uh...

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Try... shaking your head a little bit.

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Is this more appropriate?

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Yes.

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When I first designed your dermaplastic garment,

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I also tried my hand at some casual attire.

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You might want to replicate one of these.

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How shall I choose?

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I think you'd look very nice in... this one.

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I am uncertain how to wear such a garment.

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Assist me.

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Oh, I-I-I'm sure you'll manage.

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I'll go prepare the holodeck.

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Remember, the idea is to have fun tonight.

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I'll expect a full report in the morning.

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( romantic piano music playing )

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You-you look beautiful.

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Thank you. You look... beautiful as well. Thank you.

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( chuckles )

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Uh, would you like to sit down?

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Where is our designated location?

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Best table in the house.

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I wasn't sure you'd actually show up.

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I requested your presence. Well, to be honest,

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I thought one of my friends put you up to it.

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( clears throat )

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( sighs )

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Um... champagne?

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Synthehol impairs my cortical function.

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Water will suffice.

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Mind if I...

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Proceed.

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I must admit I'm a little nervous.

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Elaborate.

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Oh, um... let's just say it's been a long time since I've been out on a date.

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I've never been on a date.

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As a result, I am experiencing anxiety as well.

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Well, I guess that means we've got something in common.

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( chuckling )

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( sighs )

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Uh...

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Garçon?

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( chuckles )

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Server, report to this station.

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We require your assistance.

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( resumes playing )

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Problem?

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This creature has an exoskeleton.

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It's a lobster.

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They're a delicacy on Earth.

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Try it.

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( music resumes )

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I will replicate you a new garment.

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I'm fine, fine.

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It's just a little bit of... exoskeleton.

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( chuckling )

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Maybe we should order dessert.

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You wish to accelerate our social encounter?

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No, no. I didn't say that. I'm just, uh...

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I'm having a very... interesting evening.

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( sighs )

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W-would you like to dance?

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That activity is covered in Lesson 35.

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I haven't reached it yet.

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( sighs )

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Well, I'm not much of a dancer myself... but it might be fun.

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As you wish.

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( sighs )

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Oh...

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Relax.

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Try to relax. You seem a little tense.

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Relaxation would disrupt my chronographic sequencer.

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It allows me to maintain synchronous movement with the music. That's handy... but maybe you could ignore your chronographic sequencer and, uh, let me lead.

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That's better.

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( snap ) Oh!

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( music stops )

00:28:09

You are damaged. ( strained ): No...

00:28:11

I'll be all right.

00:28:18

You've torn a ligament.

00:28:20

I'm afraid you'll have to report to Sick Bay.

00:28:23

Mr. Paris will treat you.

00:28:24

No need to mention how this happened.

00:28:26

( groans )

00:28:29

I had a great time, Seven.

00:28:32

Let's do this again... s-someday.

00:28:39

I have failed.

00:28:41

Nonsense.

00:28:42

Even Romeo and Juliet hit a few snags at first.

00:28:46

Besides, Lieutenant Chapman's not the only lobster in the sea.

00:28:49

I wish to terminate our social lessons.

00:28:51

Just because you didn't achieve perfection your first time out doesn't mean you should give up.

00:28:58

Dating is a poor means of interaction.

00:29:01

There is far more efficiency in the way you and I communicate.

00:29:04

We say what we mean simply and directly.

00:29:06

You and I do have a rapport, but we're colleagues.

00:29:11

We're not pursuing romance.

00:29:14

No. I'm certain you'll be able to master these basic skills in short order.

00:29:19

My first date was certainly short.

00:29:22

Was that a joke?

00:29:24

Lesson Six. "Beguiling Banter."

00:29:26

Now you're getting the hang of it.

00:29:29

Perhaps this evening doesn't have to end so abruptly.

00:29:31

This may be a good time to cover Lesson 35. "Shall We Dance?"

00:29:35

Computer, play "Someone To Watch Over Me" instrumental only.

00:29:39

( piano intro playing )

00:29:43

We'll begin with some simple steps.

00:29:45

Place your left hand on my shoulder and your right hand in my left.

00:29:50

Now... follow me... one step at a time.

00:30:01

Don't worry. I don't have any ligaments to tear.

00:30:31

( laughing )

00:30:33

Another drink!

00:30:39

Ambassador! Neelix!

00:30:41

( drunkenly ): My friend, my... host... my... savior.

00:30:48

Neelix, I want you to meet, uh...

00:30:52

Alandra...

00:30:53

( laughs heartily ) and Tria.

00:30:57

What are you doing?

00:30:58

I'm sampling yet another entrée on the menu of pleasure that you have opened up for me.

00:31:05

I checked today's menu, and they're not on it. Coffee, black.

00:31:08

Neelix, I decided to go exploring and I found your holodecks... and I discovered this little gem still simmering in the memory buffer.

00:31:18

We can explore it later. Right now, we've got to get you to your reception.

00:31:23

Mmm... pungent taste. What is it?

00:31:24

Coffee and there's plenty more where we're going.

00:31:28

No coffee on our colony.

00:31:29

Nothing to tempt the appetite of even the most weak-willed novitiate.

00:31:34

Neelix, a confession.

00:31:37

I am thinking of leaving the colony, joining Voyager.

00:31:42

I want to throw off my vows and immerse myself in your wonderful culture.

00:31:49

That's just the synthehol talking.

00:31:51

No, I've never been more clear-headed about anything.

00:31:56

And I have you to thank.

00:32:00

That's right... there we go...

00:32:02

It's all you...

00:32:07

Hard at work?

00:32:09

Our lessons have disrupted my duties.

00:32:11

Then I suppose you're too busy to attend the Ambassador's reception.

00:32:14

My presence is not required.

00:32:16

True, but it might be an opportunity for you to apply your newfound social skills.

00:32:21

Lesson 11. "Life of the Party."

00:32:23

Exactly. Join me?

00:32:25

Are you asking me on a date?

00:32:29

I suppose I am.

00:32:31

Then I accept.

00:32:33

Is my appearance sufficient?

00:32:34

You look perfect.

00:32:40

( Tomin laughing )

00:32:43

PARIS: How do you bend a hologram's ear?

00:32:46

Use a prism.

00:32:49

What did the counselor say to the hologram?

00:32:52

"You're projecting."

00:32:54

This humor... it's a revelation.

00:32:57

Ambassador? Very good.

00:32:59

Uh... are-are you sure you wouldn't prefer some more coffee, Ambassador?

00:33:03

Coffee. Mmm, yes. I'll have that too.

00:33:05

Go.

00:33:10

Neelix... is it my imagination or is our guest of honor drunk?

00:33:14

Commander, I tried.

00:33:16

I had an itinerary.

00:33:18

I even set up a prayer dais in his quarters, but I just couldn't control him.

00:33:23

The Captain is due back in the morning with the Kadi Minister. What do I do?

00:33:27

Pray.

00:33:36

Well, well, well. What do we have here?

00:33:38

Mr. Paris, I believe you know Seven of Nine, my date for the evening.

00:33:42

Oh, you don't say?

00:33:44

Well, your last date ended up in Sick Bay.

00:33:46

I hope this one goes a little smoother.

00:33:48

There's no need to be insulting.

00:33:50

It's all right, Doctor.

00:33:52

I believe he is merely engaging in small talk.

00:33:54

May I get either of you gentlemen a drink?

00:33:56

Ah, yes, gin and tonic with a twist.

00:33:58

You know I don't drink. I don't have the stomach for it.

00:34:01

A well-crafted joke, Doctor.

00:34:08

Impressive. You've actually taught her to be polite.

00:34:12

But don't think you've won our bet.

00:34:14

She was supposed to bring a real date.

00:34:16

Photons and force fields, flesh and blood... why quibble over details?

00:34:20

I'm just as real as any of you.

00:34:21

TOMIN ( hollering ): Where is that funny man?

00:34:23

Mr. Tomin, please, why don't we sit down?

00:34:27

Ah, there he is-- There he is.

00:34:29

Ensign Paris, tell us another one of those hologram jokes.

00:34:34

You've been stealing my material?

00:34:36

That guy's so lubricated he'll laugh at anything.

00:34:39

There he is.

00:34:40

The Ambassador of Humor.

00:34:44

I could use a little help here.

00:34:46

Seven, perhaps now would be a good time to review Lesson 23. "Toast of the Town."

00:34:52

Very well.

00:34:57

( tapping on glass )

00:34:58

Ladies and gentlemen, I require your attention.

00:35:02

May cultural differences encourage us to build bridges of understanding.

00:35:06

To all that makes us unique.

00:35:16

Who is that extraordinary female?

00:35:18

Seven of Nine. I want to meet her.

00:35:21

Take a number.

00:35:23

That was lovely. Thank you.

00:35:24

I've got to admit it. You've done wonders.

00:35:27

All right, you win.

00:35:28

"Win"? I know when I'm licked.

00:35:31

You tell me when you want me to start those double shifts.

00:35:33

You made a wager regarding me? Clarify.

00:35:36

It's not what you think.

00:35:38

Um, don't blame him. It was my idea.

00:35:41

I believed your interest in my social development was sincere, not motivated by personal gain.

00:35:47

It was sincere.

00:35:48

Clearly, I am not the only one who requires social lessons.

00:35:52

Thank you for a lovely evening.

00:35:58

Hey...

00:36:01

Why don't we go back to my quarters?

00:36:04

I've studied human mating rituals.

00:36:06

Remove your hand or I will remove your arm.

00:36:15

Did you hear what she said to me?!

00:36:17

I am the guest of honor!

00:36:19

Ambassador, it's been a long day.

00:36:21

Maybe you should get some rest.

00:36:23

No! I'm not leaving!

00:36:25

I want another drink!

00:36:38

I thought synthehol wasn't supposed to have this effect on people.

00:36:41

Most people. The enzymes that break down synthehol aren't present in his bloodstream.

00:36:46

Can you counteract the effects?

00:36:48

I can synthesize the enzymes, but that'll take days.

00:36:50

Days? The Captain will be back in the morning.

00:36:53

Maybe he needs a cold shower.

00:36:55

If his superiors find him like this, he'll be banished from the colony and our trade agreement will go right out the airlock.

00:37:01

Oh, Seven of mine.

00:37:03

It may be possible to encode some of my nanoprobes to assimilate the synthehol molecules.

00:37:08

Assimilate me.

00:37:09

There may be some adverse effects.

00:37:11

Please... But it's worth a try.

00:37:13

The Kadi have rules against medical procedures that haven't been sanctified.

00:37:17

I'd say he's already violated a few rules.

00:37:19

What's one more?

00:37:21

Either we treat him or he remains intoxicated.

00:37:23

You're his caretaker. Decide.

00:37:27

Nanoprobes.

00:37:36

I owe you an apology.

00:37:38

Nanoprobe extraction is an insignificant procedure.

00:37:40

My systems will adapt.

00:37:42

No... I'm referring to the... wager I made with Ensign Paris.

00:37:47

I can see how you might have felt manipulated, but I assure you that was never my intention.

00:37:54

I accept your apology.

00:37:57

I want to make this perfectly clear, so there's no room for misunderstanding.

00:38:01

I asked you to go with me to the reception because I enjoy your company.

00:38:08

In fact, over the last few days,

00:38:11

I feel as though we've... grown closer.

00:38:16

Closer?

00:38:18

We've become more than colleagues.

00:38:20

We're... friends.

00:38:25

Friends? Agreed.

00:38:27

I should begin.

00:38:29

Of course.

00:38:38

I'll take over from here.

00:38:41

Mr. Paris... hypothetically... if one develops romantic feelings for another person, how does one usually go about expressing them?

00:38:50

It's for one of Seven's social lessons.

00:38:52

Ah... well, I recommend the direct approach.

00:38:56

Tell the person how you feel.

00:38:58

What if the feelings aren't mutual?

00:39:01

Well, that's the risk you always take.

00:39:04

Oh... thank you.

00:39:10

Why don't you tell her?

00:39:12

Come on, Doc.

00:39:14

It's obvious the Ambassador is not the only one in this room who's intoxicated.

00:39:18

Impossible.

00:39:19

She's my student.

00:39:22

A hologram and a Borg?

00:39:24

Stranger things have happened.

00:39:25

Just look at me and B'Elanna.

00:39:34

Uh, could... could we walk a little slower?

00:39:37

They're due back any minute.

00:39:39

But my throat feels like an ancient parchment.

00:39:42

Can't we go back to Sandrine's for a refreshing glass of... Oh, no, no, no, no.

00:39:46

No. No, no, no, no.

00:39:48

Those doors... they're so loud.

00:39:51

You've got a hangover.

00:39:53

Neelix, I don't remember much of last night, but... I imagine I might have said some things...

00:39:59

You spoke eloquently... charmed the entire crew... your reception was a success. Understand?

00:40:04

Yes.

00:40:05

Neelix, you've been most patient.

00:40:07

Well, that's my job.

00:40:09

And it isn't over yet.

00:40:14

Welcome back! JANEWAY: Good to be home.

00:40:16

How's it going?

00:40:18

All systems functioning normally.

00:40:19

Ensign Kim detected a minor fluctuation in the sensor array, but he took care of it.

00:40:24

I was referring to Ambassador Tomin.

00:40:26

Did he enjoy his visit? Oh, well... well, I would say that he, uh... he enjoyed himself immensely.

00:40:32

There are many distractions aboard this vessel.

00:40:36

You didn't indulge in any of their more... colorful traditions?

00:40:41

Of course not!

00:40:42

We followed the itinerary that you approved to the last detail.

00:40:46

Oh... shame. Your Holiness?

00:40:49

It isn't a violation to explore new experiences... as long as you don't make a habit of it.

00:40:56

I see your point.

00:40:58

Shall we conclude our negotiations, Captain?

00:41:01

By all means.

00:41:02

I'll show you to the briefing room.

00:41:04

Good work... Ambassador.

00:41:18

DOCTOR: Do you like them?

00:41:21

Species Rosa rubifolia.

00:41:28

State your intention.

00:41:29

I wanted to congratulate you on the latest phase of your social development.

00:41:34

Why don't you read the card?

00:41:41

"You are my sunshine."

00:41:45

These past few days have been... unforgettable.

00:41:52

You've brought light into my life, Seven.

00:41:57

You have developed romantic feelings for me.

00:41:59

It's as if you've become a part of my program.

00:42:01

When we're apart, I feel like I'm missing a subroutine.

00:42:06

I don't expect you to reciprocate... but I wanted you to know how I feel.

00:42:15

( door chimes )

00:42:17

Computer, end program.

00:42:20

Enter.

00:42:25

Seven...

00:42:26

I wish to speak with you.

00:42:28

What a coincidence.

00:42:29

I... was hoping to speak with you as well.

00:42:33

Regarding?

00:42:36

You first.

00:42:44

What's this? It's a medical tricorder.

00:42:46

I enhanced its scanning resolution by 33 percent.

00:42:49

You once stated you desired a more efficient instrument.

00:42:52

I suppose I did.

00:42:55

It is a gift.

00:42:57

Lesson 22. "Thanks for the Memories."

00:43:02

Is it insufficient?

00:43:04

No... no.

00:43:06

It's very thoughtful.

00:43:09

I chose to convey my gratitude at this time because I no longer require your assistance.

00:43:13

It's obvious there are no potential mates for me aboard this vessel.

00:43:16

However, if I encounter a compatible individual in the future, I will again seek your guidance.

00:43:22

Guidance.

00:43:25

Of course.

00:43:27

You said you had something to tell me.

00:43:33

I just wanted to say... the past few days... have been unforgettable.

00:43:44

Thank you.

00:43:45

You're welcome.

00:43:55

Computer, activate holo-program Paris 3.

00:44:16

( slow piano introduction )

00:44:38

♪ Won't you tell her please To put on some speed ♪

00:44:44

♪ Follow my lead ♪

00:44:47

♪ Oh, how I need ♪

00:44:51

♪ Someone to watch over me ♪