Spock notes the historical reference to his own name, but merely raises his brow in consideration. He has many questions to ask of his future fellow officer, from the practical to the personal (and possibly intrusive), yet hesitates in betraying his own ignorance.

Seeing that the server is waiting for him to place an order, Spock decides to sample the presumably non-alcoholic beverage requested by his new companion. "I shall also have jestral tea, thank you."

Returning his attention to the Lieutenant Commander, Spock glances again at the distinctive spots marking the man's face, but asks instead, "Were you brought here directly from the Pathfinder, Commander T'Karr?"