Then maybe you just need a tail-ectomy." Rachel said with a wink, trying to lighten the mood.
He blinked at her, then chuckled and looked at her like he was seeing something new for the first time. "You're funny. You've been on the ship for weeks and I only just realized that."
She glanced at the door through which his wives had just exited. "You've been busy."
"Well thank you." He said. "I always appreciate your counsel. You're wise beyond your years, you know that?"
"Thank you." She smiled. For some reason, she always felt better after he complimented her, even more than other people. She wasn't sure why, but she definitely did.
"I need to think about this for a bit." He finally said. "Do you mind giving me the room?"
"Not at all." She turned toward the door, then felt compelled to
