[The resounding loneliness was palpable in the air... and Spock felt bad for causing Lupin's current distress. However, he was doing it out of concern, and it was up to Lupin if he wanted to head his advice.]

[Spock leans back in an attempt to give Lupin space for the time being... but he decided to fill the silence.]

You know as well as I that it does not have to be this way. To have no one you can trust or rely on is a burden in itself. Every creature in the universe is drawn into community with that of its species. Attempt to allow yourself to be unguarded and accept the friendship others are offering you. Doing this... is very brave, and a mark of courage.
[Spock looks down... everything he was is being put to the test, being questioned and turned inside out. The words that were coming out of his mouth...well...they were scaring him to a certain degree.]

[Spock decides to let the barriers down a bit... he was relaxed and under control.
He sends reassurance through the link.]