Daniel pauses a moment before replying. He takes a big sigh, then says quickly, "I don't know." This is punctuated by another big mortal breath in and out. "I mean, it kind of feels like it's a little soon, you know," He adds, pausing again before continuing, "I mean, don't get me wrong... I want to and all. But... oh I don't know. I mean, a lot of guys feel this way, right?" Daniel's voice was spilling over with emotion; crackling with frustration, rippling with fear, popping with embarrassment. Then sharply Daniel says, "I'm sorry. I shouldn't be unloading on you like this. It's totally not fair."

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Greenlief chuckles mirthfully. "Is anyone really in contact with Nova? She's a hard one, if you know what I mean." The man's voice is still stoney and guarded. He pauses for a moment then asks, "So what is it you're getting at Rachel?"