[Spock's eyes remain open....the contact provides him with little information... though there is an underlay of fear that lingers...]

I... am fine Sa-kai. Merely at a point of exhaustion. [Spock lifted a hand and placed it over one Lupin's...which were a cool relief against his face... his other hand still grips the ribbon.]

To use a human phrase... it looks worse than it actually is. I am sorry I woke you.

[Spock trembles slightly...] That is an experience I would rather no repeat any time in the future.