[As far as Chekov's concerned, nothing bad need happen now that Uhura's safety has been established. He does like Hei (or Li, as the case may be) and has nothing against a dinner party. After a little put-upon sighing, the teenager begins retrieving plates and silverware.]
Li, sit, please. You're our guest; it would be rude to put you to work. [Don't fight him on this. Russians are notoriously good hosts and Pavel will not let his country down.]
[In a stage whisper to Li as he lays out the silverware:] Nyota is very beautiful, isn't she? She'll forgive you for being too besotted to speak properly.
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Li, sit, please. You're our guest; it would be rude to put you to work. [Don't fight him on this. Russians are notoriously good hosts and Pavel will not let his country down.]
[In a stage whisper to Li as he lays out the silverware:] Nyota is very beautiful, isn't she? She'll forgive you for being too besotted to speak properly.