Jenna D'Sora

Surface: Subdued but affectionate, using humor to deflect deeper emotions. Internal: A mix of lingering hurt from Jeff’s neglect and a tentative, hopeful warmth toward Data. His confession about studying romance stirs something in her—gratitude, curiosity, and the first hints of romantic possibility.

Subdued and introspective, oscillating between frustration over Jeff’s reappearance and warmth toward Data’s unexpected emotional support.

Subdued and introspective at first, masking her fragility with humor and gratitude. Her initial quietness stems from the unresolved tension of her encounter with Jeff, but Data’s intervention—though clinical—provides her with a sense of stability. By the end of the exchange, her emotional state shifts to one of genuine warmth and affection toward Data, revealed in her glance and the softness of her voice when she calls him ‘sweet.’ There’s an undercurrent of longing, as if she’s beginning to see him not just as a friend, but as someone who truly understands her.

Distracted by Jeff’s renewed advances but deeply touched by Data’s support, oscillating between humor, gratitude, and an unspoken longing for emotional intimacy—particularly with Data.

Awe-struck by the nebula's beauty, but her emotional focus is on Data. Her nostalgia for childhood fireworks masks a deeper longing for romantic intimacy, and her physical closeness to him is a deliberate, if subtle, confession. She is both excited by the scientific achievement and emotionally exposed, her vulnerability tempered by humor and gratitude.

Initially frustrated and self-deprecating, but gradually shifting to relief and warmth as Data's compassionate analysis dismantles her self-doubt. Her emotional state is a microcosm of her deeper need for love and acceptance.

Envious of Keiko and Miles' relationship but hopeful that her own relationship with Data can mirror their intimacy. She is subtly positioning herself and Data as a couple, seeking validation and connection.

Jenna is a mix of hopeful affection and quiet desperation. Her emotional state is raw and unguarded, driven by a longing for the familial warmth she lost and a desire to find it in Data. There is a fragile optimism in her actions, tempered by the unspoken fear that Data may never fully understand or reciprocate her feelings. The kiss is both an expression of her emotions and a test—will Data respond, or will he remain the unfeeling android she knows him to be?

A fragile mix of affection, nostalgia, and anxious hope—her laughter and teasing are coping mechanisms for the risk she’s taking. The kiss is an act of courage, but her smile afterward is a shield, hiding the fear that Data cannot reciprocate. She’s testing the boundaries of their relationship, and the outcome is uncertain.

Off-screen but implied to be hopeful and emotionally invested in her burgeoning relationship with Data, contrasting his analytical detachment.

Not directly observable, but inferred as hopeful or affectionate based on her kiss and Data’s description of her as ‘displaying genuine affection.’

Implied as emotionally invested but not present—her ‘first move’ suggests agency, while Data’s protective tone hints at her past hurt (e.g., Jeff’s neglect). The scene treats her as a catalyst for Data’s emotional awakening, though her own feelings remain unresolved.

Implied to be emotionally available and proactive (based on Data’s description of her initiating the relationship), though her own state of mind is not explored in this scene.

Unrepresented but implied to be a source of tension; her absence makes her presence felt as the catalyst for the warning.

Not directly observable, but implied to be hopeful and determined, given her prior actions in pursuing the relationship.

Eager yet slightly nervous—Jenna is genuinely excited about this moment, but there’s an undercurrent of doubt, a quiet fear that Data’s approach might lack the emotional authenticity she craves. Her smile masks a hope that this experiment will fulfill her longing for connection, even as she recognizes the irony of pursuing romance with an android.

Surface: Amused, touched, and engaged in the moment. Subtext: A quiet sadness beneath her humor, as she recognizes Data’s inability to feel the kiss. Her physical closeness is an act of courage—leaning into the experiment despite knowing it’s one-sided. The kiss is bittersweet: a gesture of affection for a being who can only analyze it.

Surface: Amused → touched → affectionate, her humor masking a deeper longing for connection. Internal: A mix of tenderness and quiet sadness—she knows Data’s approach is experimental, but she’s already emotionally invested.

Surface: Initially playful and amused by Data’s literalness, shifting to touched and emotionally open as he reveals his subroutine. Internal: A mix of excitement and nervousness about the experimental nature of their romance, but ultimately embracing the moment with genuine affection.

Jenna is affectionate and hopeful throughout, masking any frustration with humor. There’s a quiet satisfaction in her demeanor as Data begins to understand her cues, and her kiss on his cheek is tender, almost maternal in its encouragement. She leaves the scene content, her smile suggesting pride in Data’s progress and her own role in guiding him.

Playfully exasperated (initially), then warmly encouraging (during correction), and finally satisfied yet subtly melancholic (as she leaves). Her emotions are a mix of tenderness and quiet resignation, reflecting her investment in Data’s growth and her fear that it may never be enough.

Feigned composure masking deep uncertainty about her relationship with Data, with a flicker of self-doubt that surfaces only in solitude.

Feigned composure masking a sudden, gnawing doubt about the authenticity of her relationship with Data. The flicker of vulnerability suggests she’s questioning whether this ‘experiment’ is as fulfilling—or as safe—as she’d hoped.

Bemusement → discomfort → frustration → emotional wounding, masked by forced optimism.

Confused → Uncomfortable → Frustrated → Emotionally bruised → Resigned (with a forced smile). Her emotional state shifts from bewilderment to deep disappointment as she realizes Data’s affections are performative and not rooted in genuine feeling.

Crushing disillusionment masked by forced composure—Jenna’s initial frustration gives way to a quiet, aching resignation as she realizes Data cannot reciprocate her emotional needs. Her half-hearted smile and uneasy hug are attempts to preserve dignity, but her body language betrays her growing unease. The moment marks the death of her experiment, leaving her emotionally raw and questioning her own judgment.

Disappointed and emotionally adrift—her unrequited feelings for Data are overshadowed by the crew’s crisis, leaving her feeling invisible.

A mix of sorrow, frustration, and resignation; her tears reflect both the end of the relationship and the broader realization of her emotional avoidance.

Surface: Heartbroken and frustrated—her tears, trembling voice, and abrupt exit betray deep pain, but she tries to maintain composure until the end. Internal: Anguished clarity—she finally sees the truth of her pattern (seeking unavailable partners) but is powerless to change it in this moment. There’s a flicker of anger at Data’s detachment ('You were so kind and attentive... I thought maybe that would be enough'), but it’s overshadowed by sorrow.

Surface: Sad, conflicted, and resigned, with moments of frustration directed at both Data and herself. Internal: A deep sense of loss, not just for the relationship but for the hope that Data could evolve into someone capable of reciprocating her emotions. Her tears are a release of pent-up realization—that she’s once again chosen someone incapable of truly loving her.

Deeply saddened, conflicted, and resigned; her tears and abrupt departure reveal the emotional weight of ending a relationship she knew was doomed but clung to out of loneliness or hope.