Chapter 2
"I'm sorry, Councilor," Shepard replied, "but the story is in my report, I'm not sure how much more I can add." Seeing the dejection in the Asari's demeanor, Shepard continued.
"Maybe there is something.."
"Forgive me if I don't understand your species' mind talents that well, but isn't there a way for you to share my memories?" Shepard thought back to the times that Liara was able to help her sort out the Prothean images.
Shi'ara stood up and looked at Shepard. "Commander, do you know what you're offering?" "The sharing of memories is most personal."
"I have nothing to hide, Councilor," Shepard stated, "If it helps…" She stood and faced the Asari.
Shi'ara's eyes pierced hers, pupils dilating until only black was visible. "Relax, Commander. Embrace eternity." After countless experiences with Liara, releasing her mind was second nature. The familiar Asari joining took over Shepard's consciousness.
Shepard was back on Noveria, about to enter the Rift Lab, Liara and Wrex at her side. There was a gasp somewhere in her head as she looked at T'Soni. Her awareness was hazy, almost dreamlike. She stepped through the door and faced Benezia.
The memory flashed in and out, Asari Commandos, Geth, Benezia's final words, the Rachni queen. Then, more memories flashed by, a young laughing Benezia, a small Asari sleeping, a soft voice murmuring "Little Wing," tears, a desperate sense of longing.
As Shi'ara's chambers came crashing back into focus, Shepard was aware of the Councilor slumping to the floor. The Commander managed to intercept her fall and direct the dazed Asari to one of the couches. As Shepard looked into the Councilor's eyes, her soul's resemblance to Liara's could not be missed and it all clicked into place.