If that happens at an unsafe hyperspace egress, then the ship could punch into a planet, an asteroid or anything that happens to be in the way. All o...f the capacitors have a maximum standard time, which translates to a maximum distance. While most ships could safely bypass several hyperspace egresses, the Duality was a bit more limited. In order to squeeze the jump generators on board, I had had to sacrifice some of my jump capacitance. The Duality no longer met the minimum standard and had. That’s what I was trying to tell you.”“I know. He, uh, suggested I be careful about relationships at the moment.”“Me specifically?”“No, just in general. He thinks I’m fragile.”“I could sort of sense that, you know? You were acting the way my mom did right after my dad left. She pretended everything was OK until one day she broke down. I’m sorry I tried to use sex to pressure you.”“Let’s forget about that and start over. We can save the wild sex for later.”“Is that a promise?” she asked with a. I went up to the bedroom and drew the curtains. I looked at myappearance in the wardrobe mirror. Despite my predicament I liked myappearance. My made-up face looked pretty and feminine. I had agenerous bust and the hint of a slim waist. Nice legs too. I hitched upmy skirt to get a view of my stocking-tops and knickers. I liked what Isaw. I started to get an erection and could see the shape of it growingin the reflected view of my knickers.I could not resist grasping the shaft of my cock through. “Did I actually mean a lot to you? I mean, I get the feelings weren’t mutual, but even just as a friend.”“Aaron, that’s a stupid question.” she replied dismissively.“I know. I already said that.” I shrugged.“You’re just looking for validation.” she continued.“I said that too. Selfish. I just need to hear it.”“Why should I give that to you?” she asked me, her eyebrows lowered.“There is no ‘should.’ You don’t have to. I’m asking. The option to not answer is there.”She kept her angry gaze on me.