The smile Jim offers Peonia is secretive and a tad mischievous mostly because Sagyne has spoken up before he has a chance to answer her question. Her curiosity is admittedly something the captain understands all too well when it comes to meeting new people and visiting new places. His own is quite insatiable as well.

"There are magics to alter the mind and heart then? That seems." Jim pauses slightly, searching for a kind way to phrase the unease he's begun to feel. can she tell what he's feeling? Best take a breath and steady himself just in case. Spock would be proud of his attempts at mimicking the Vulcan's calm demeanor.

"Infinitely useful, though somewhat treacherous a path to walk. I have no doubt the family would have quite a use for your talents, Ms. Peonia."