A/N First f/f published here. You will note that I am not a writer, but have always loved Star Trek. Was really impressed by the new movie. I always wanted Spock to have a serious love interest! Comments appreciated. Rated "M" for later chapters....
Disclaimer: I do not own Star Trek, nor any of it characters. This is written by a fan, for fans, with no intent for material gain.
Prologue: A Chink in his Armor
Nyota Uhura quickly left her Comms station on the bridge and followed Spock as he entered the elevator that lead to the lower decks. She gazed at him for a long moment before cradling his face between her hands, capturing his gaze before capturing his lower lip between her teeth. Successful in focusing his attention on her, and away from his pain, Nyota tried to convey all of her care and concern through her kisses. "What do you need?" she asked Spock, silently begging him to please, just this once, allow himself to open up the bond they had established so long ago. For one second, she saw the pain in his eyes before his arm snaked around her back and he lowered his head to rest at the curve where her neck met her shoulder. She shivered, remembering briefly the time he had told her that lovely spot was one of his favorite places before he slowly kissed and nipped his way down her body to another favored place. Again she pleaded, "What do you need?" She knew, when he released her, and stood straight before her, that she would see nothing in his eyes but the calm determination and intelligence for which he was renowned throughout the Fleet. She didn't even hear his brief utterance before he had already turned and headed away from her, closing her eyes in a silent plea for his safe return. Straightening her own shoulders, she pressed the correct button somehow and returned to action on the bridge.