Doctor Beverly Crusher POV
"This just doesn't make any sense, Data! Her vocal chords are in perfect shape! There is no medical reason why she shouldn't be able to speak!" I ranted at Data in another room of the sickbay away from our most recent patient.
"Is it possible that she just never learned how to speak?" Data inquired.
"It's possible but highly unlikely."
"How long before you have the results from her bloodwork, Doctor?"
"It should be finished in the next minute or so. But, Data, have you noticed anything strange about Lieutenant Worf?"
"He seems to be very protective of the girl and she seems to be taking some kind of comfort from that. I do not find that so strange. Contrary to what some people might think, Klingons are very protective of those that are placed within their care. In fact, there are several- "
"Thank you, Data, but I believe that the bloodwork is done. Shall we find out what mysteries we can uncover with some new information?"
"After you, Doctor."