"Or we could, you know-" he said with hesitation, embarrassed, and held a glowing hand palm out to show her what he meant. What Danny was asking for was a huge intrusion after half a decade away from her, but Colleen knew him better than anybody because of what he wanted now. A way to speed things up. The first time they'd ever mind-melded had been against her will but it had saved both their lives. That first exchange was the hardest, all deep dark secrets and pain, but once they knew one another fusing their consciousness became easier.
With their memories and feelings entwined, Danny and Colleen could share information at the speed of thought. They picked up martial arts techniques from one another this way and she'd learned from his mind how to harness the power of her chi. Sharing head space with Colleen was as natural to Danny as breathing but after so many years apart from her now the intimacy of the act made Danny feel awkward for even bringing it up. He tried to remember if there was anything in his memories of the past few years he didn't want her to see, but it was a little late now. The invitation was out there.