> "It would seem that way, yes," he said. A pause. "There is no regulation?" > he asked for clarification.
"Such relationships are discouraged, but at present, they are not prohibited." > "I was under the misperception that there was." Another pause, and then the > smile crept into his voice. "Imagine my sudden joy and lack of > trepidation." Carrhae looked at Matt seriously. "Still, you have much to lose. Should our relationship be confirmed, you will very likely lose your high favor with the Rihannsu government." He chuckled. "Or you might gain some," he told her. "I know that, at the very least, our current Rihannsu Ambassador to the Federation would be supportive."
