By: Lisa AKA Fire Star

Friday, April 18, 2008

Disclaimers: Star Trek belongs to Gene Rodenberry and the corporations. I am just playing with his universe for a while with no intention of gaining profit other then my own amusement.

Telepathy and Thoughts are in Italics

Archive: Selek, Annie yes if you want to others just ask.

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Disruption of Routine G

The day was rather boring and routine. Christopher Pike leaned back in his command chair and sighed. They had been flying in this region of space for several weeks now patrolling. There was little here to do. No anomalies to examine no new star systems just the dull routine of a boarder patrol. He could hardly wait for it to be over and have Alpha shift take over.

I should not complain Chris thought at least we are not fighting Romulans. I just wish there was more to this then just rattling our sabers. It is my own fault for taking this shift.

Just then the com went off. Lt. Commander Hanson answered it. Her face suddenly showed shock.

"Yes Ma'am right away Admiral. The Captain will be right on."

Captain Pike spun around in his chair he had rarely seen his communications officer so flustered. "Lt. Commander?"

"Sir there is a private call for you. Sir it is Admiral T'Pol."

Christopher Pike sat up straight. He rose and headed for his ready room. "Transfer it to my com. Kelso you have the Bridge."

"Aye sir." Came the hasty reply.

Well at least that explains the flustered look. Chris thought. There were few people who could impress his communications officer. She was the daughter of an Admiral herself but T'Pol of Vulcan was a legend in the Fleet. The only Vulcan to ever successfully rise through the ranks in Star Fleet and a hero of the Federation. If the Fleet had any Living Legged it was her. She was the last surviving member of the Original Enterprise NX crew and she was instrumental in helping form the Federation and the Fleet.

Chris entered his ready room locked the door and turned on the Com. "Admiral it is agreeable to see you once more." He instantly fell into the formal Vulcan mode. While he normally did not do so he would never fail to show proper respect to his elder.

"Christopher you appear quite well." She replied. "I am most pleased that this tour has not been to difficult for you. I know that patrols are not your most favored activity."

If Christopher Pike was shocked by the small talk he gave no indication. He merely raised a brow allowing himself this small indulgence.

"What has happened?" He asked.

"Spock has entered Star Fleet Academy."

Few things could shock the stalwart captain of the USS Enterprise. This however did.

"What m how? Who would be so foolish as to sponsor him? Sarek will blow a gasket." All hint of Vulcan control was now gone.

There was an amused chuckle on the other end. He stopped and looked at the Admiral. "Oh? I bet T'Pau was even less happy then Sarek and what about Mandy?"

"She is not pleased. However, She does understand and has given him her blessing. Spock has spent his entire life around mostly Vulcans. T'Sia Amanda understand he must now explore his more human side."

"Ah huh and Ambassador Sarek was ok with this?"

"No, He is most displeased." T'Pol answered.

Captain Pike leaned back and sighed. He looked away for a moment. "I bet, So he disowned him did he?"

"Indeed a most illogical action." T'Pol replied. A frown forming.

Chris shook his head. "So you are calling me why?"

It was T'Pol's turn to look away and fall silent. "Chris he will need a posting when he graduates. I believe Enterprise is the most logical choice at this time. I do not believe he will require the full four years of instruction. I estimate he will be ready to graduate in 1.2 years. He should in fact receive a straight commission but the fleet Admiral Jorgenson is being difficult. Spock requested the appointment and I find it may well be in his best interests to spend some time on Earth first. So I have allowed this."

"Damn, He is trained in the science right?" Chris asked.

"Of course. He is highly skilled. He is of our line after all. He is also rated to combat level 8 though I do not believe he will choose to inform the academy of this. You know full well he has been trained by Vulcan Masters. T'Mara tested him out at a 7th level a year ago. Then Garak and Felix have also been working with him. John and Harris both insisted he learn Akido. He will be an asset."

"Oh I have no doubt of that. But, damn it they never told him the truth did they? I mean does he even know about the colony?"

"No, he does not. Sarek wished him to be free to choose."

"Oh I bet he is so happy now. Damn and damn. You want me to go against Sarek." Chris said with a wary sigh. "I do not know. He can be a real …."

"Consider Christopher who else can we trust with the heir to Surak house but, family. If you do not agree Sarek will have the right to pull Spock home."

"He disowned him."

"Yes, But T'Pau did not. Remember she to is concerned. Chris we must have more of our people in the fleet. Spock could be the beginning. While it is true we have family there most are not aware of the connections. Vulcan Must have a visible face in Star Fleet. I can not go on forever."

Christopher Pike cursed softly. "As you wish Elder, but you can tell the other elders. I for one do not want to be a chew toy."

T'Pol nodded. "I will tell them I ordered it. Relax Chris it is not as if you have to tell him of the connection. It may well be best he never learn the truth."

"Indeed , It may be." Chris said. There was no sense shattering the kids view of the universe just yet. "I will request him. My science officer Donald Goran is due to be promoted soon. That will move his second up and leave a space for Spock. But Auntie you owe me big time."

"I know." She said. "When you come to Earth I will take you to the Jazz club for drinks."

Chris nodded. "Fair Enough. Now I have to go stop my staff from panicking."

"Why is that?"

"You called. Wanted a secure channel. We are patrolling the neutral zone."

"Ah, Illogical fear. I am certain you will calm it. Your new orders are coming in a burst shortly. You and the crew will be taking shore leave on Risa. The Lexington will relieve you in 2.6 days. As for their worries and concerns ,simply tell them it was a family call." T'Pol said. "Oh, Yes before I forget. Happy Birthday Godson. I have rented you a villa in the mountains. It is very private should you wish to relax and meditate."

Chris brow rose once more. He could not help it he began to laugh as T'Pol cut the connection. Yep, Like they would believe that one. No one knew he was related to the Admiral it made life far safer for them both. Yep, just a family call.

He rose and went to tell the crew the good news. They all needed a break it was good they be getting a break.

Amanda is so going to kill me. Chris thought. Then again it will get Spock away from that Bitch of a bond-mate. Maybe she will thank me for that at least.

TBC…