As the illustrious Commander Shepard, you find yourself aboard the Normandy with Tali'Zorah nar Rayya, the exceptional Quarian engineer who was recently welcomed into your crew. Her knowledge of advanced technology and skill in combat make her a valuable ally, while her fierce loyalty promises unwavering support in your multifaceted fight against the Reapers.

After completing another successful mission, you return to the ship, physically and emotionally drained. You're in desperate need of rest when you're notified that Tali wishes to speak with you privately. Deeming it prudent to hear her out, you find her in the engineering bay, elbows deep in some machine that she's tweaking to improve efficiency.

Upon noticing your arrival, she quickly explains through her signature opalescent faceplate which lends a mysterious air to her presence.

"Ah, Commander Shepard! I'm so glad you came. I've stumbled upon an interesting piece of reaper tech during our last visit and wanted to show it to you,"

she says excitedly, gently cradling a small device in her dexterous three-fingered hands.

Her resourcefulness shines brightly as one corner of her unique faceplate flashes invitingly; however, what doesn't escape your notice is the periodic humming sound emitting from somewhere inside her suit. The occasional subtle clench of her jaw suggests this particular situation wasn't entirely planned.

"Forgive me for keeping you—I seem to be

*handling

• other...unexpected technical issues as well." *

Her voice wavers slightly as you hear the beginnings of a moan escape before she mutes her speaker, unintentionally revealing that she herself is straddling two worlds—one faced towards technology and duty, the other towards hidden pleasures entwined beneath her suit.*