Disclaimer – Nope I still do not own Star Trek...darn! lol.

My BF recently took me to see 'The Hangover' which kinda gave me the idea for this story.... I hope you enjoy. x

Lost and Found

By StarChild x

Nyota Uhura sat alone, her lips quivering, staring at the visual communication screen in confusion.

"You seriously have to be kidding me Jim."

"I am being serious Uhura...We can't find him."

"What do you mean, you can't find Spock?"

"Well...urm...he was with us when we retired to our hotel quarters last night..."

"Jim...we don't really know that..."

"Shh Bones! Anyway as I was saying, we retired to our quarters and when we woke up – he was gone."

"This can't be happening 22 hours before the wedding! For god's sake, how on earth can you lose Spock of all people?"

"Don't worry Uhura, I promise we'll find Spock and we'll be back in plenty of time for the wedding. He's probably strolled off to visit some museum of sort – you know what he's like."

"Well you better Mister, or we'll have a serious falling out. I'm going to be returning to the Enterprise to get the remaining things for the wedding sorted– you better call me soon with good news! Uhura Out."

Fifteen hours earlier.........

"Come on Uhura! We're going to miss the shuttle if you don't hurry. You checked your suitcase last night about five times before you finally nodded off, remember..." Gaila sighed for what seemed the hundredth time.

"I'm coming...just need to make sure I packed my favourite photograph."

"Don't tell me that you're taking it with us? I'm quite shocked that Spock actually posed for a photograph in the first place." Gaila chuckled in disbelief, shaking her head.

"Yeah, it took absolutely ages to persuade him." Uhura smiled, gazing fondly at the photograph taken last summer in San Francisco. "I'm ready, are you?"

"Hell yeah, I've been ready the last three hours, come on already." Gaila sighed indicating to the open door. "Honestly, if I stand here any longer I'll take root. I really can't believe you take that picture everywhere."

"Where are we heading Gaila?" Uhura responded, choosing to ignore Gaila's last comment as they exited Uhura's quarters.

"Now that would just spoil the fun wouldn't it." Gaila teased as she repositioned her curls for the last time. "I've told Spock I'll take good care of you. I wonder where their heading..."

"Well knowing Kirk there has to be a bit of gambling involved and a few barrels of whiskey for Scotty's sake." Uhura laughed.

New York, Earth.

"You'll love New York, Spock, I promise you. You'll find it totally mind-blowing..." Kirk cheered enthusiastically as the shuttle landed at their destination.

"Mind-blowing would be an exaggeration" Spock spoke, his tone even and controlled. "I would have much preferred spending my time aboard the Enterprise."

"Come on Spock, loosen up a little – these are your last days as a bachelor. The perfect opportunity to do things you wouldn't normally do." McCoy murmured as they walked

"Please elaborate Doctor."

"Well....staying out late gambling, drinking, dancing and chatting up the wee lovely lasses." Scotty interrupted before McCoy could think of a response.

"Interesting, but however illogical."

"Goodness Spock, show a little of your human side for once...you have to live it up a little before the whole ball and chain rigmarole." McCoy managed a sardonic response.

"I do not understand what a ball and chain has to do with anything." Spock declared as he took in his surroundings.

"Bah, forget about it, a stag weekend with a Vulcan....fun." McCoy sighed beneath his breath, slowing his pace so Scotty could catch up.

"I promised Uhura that I would be at the wedding in exactly 37 hours and 6 minutes from now."

"Oh come on Spock, I never had you down as a talking clock but you know, tick tock- time is currently passing by fruitlessly as we debate this." McCoy sighed, rolling his eyes as the four Starfleet officers and close friends departed the shuttle into the vast wonders that New York beheld.

"McCoy, you got the motel tickets?"

"Damn it Jim, I'm a Doctor not a Travel Agent! I gave you each your own tickets before we departed the Enterprise. Check your pockets" McCoy sighed rolling his eyes, lugging his suitcase behind him.

"These jumpsuits have pockets?"

"Yeah Jim....you know where you keep your phaser!"

"That's not my phaser McCoy." Kirk teased, a smile tugging at the corners of his mouth.

"Oh... well...urm...I seriously do not want to continue this conversation and please do not tell me that's your chat up line Jim."

"It works darn well with any beautiful cadet I can get my mitts on."

"Sure, anyway.... I booked us into an apartment at the Expedia Motel, between 8th Avenue and Broadway. I've done a little research and there are plenty of bars in the vicinity with enough whiskey to keep Scotty flammable for an entire week. Come on Spock, let's get to the Motel and unpack." McCoy continued.

Utopia Spa, Arizona, Earth.

"Gaila, can I open my eyes yet? I'm getting kind of disorientated." Uhura groaned.

"In a minute, I'm sorting a few things out. Stay there, I'll be back in a nanosecond" Gaila gently guided Uhura to the nearest available seat.

Why on Earth did I allow Gaila to persuade me to allow her to organise my hen night? Knowing her, she's gone and booked us into a sleazy strip club. Oh well, we're here now suppose we should enjoy the break. I wonder how Spock's holding up.... She thought as she sat obediently, trying to relax.

Everything seems to be in order. Gaila's eyes danced brightly across the paper booking form and brochure she held tightly in her hand. "You can take your blindfold off now Uhura." She announced excitedly.

Uhura gently removed the smooth fabric blindfold and allowed her eyes to adjust to her surroundings. "The Utopia Spa in Arizona?" she beamed, hugging Gaila tightly.

"Yep...you've been going on about visiting here for years. See! I told you that you could trust me." Gaila smiled, returning the hug generously, her green skin glowing with pride.

"I didn't doubt you for a moment Gaila." Uhura lied behind a wide ecstatic smile.

"Have you seen what they do here? There's water aerobics, massage, mud baths, saunas and steam rooms!" Gaila giggled excitedly as they entered their villa.

Glancing out of the nearest window, Uhura stood and contemplated the wedding arrangements. Gaila lay on her bed and began to assess which treatments she was planning to book while she absentmindedly ran her fingers through her long red curls.

Absolutely beautiful! Spock would enjoy this place. Uhura thought as she looked out over the trellis covered outdoor relaxation areas and lotus ponds. Lush palm trees swayed calmly in the breeze.

"Uhura?"

"Hmm?"

"You don't realise how lucky you truly are."

"Lucky?" Uhura questioned as she joined Gaila and sat on the end of the bed.

"Yes, I just wish Kirk and I had what you and Spock have." Gaila sighed as she departed for the rest room.

TBC.

That is hopefully the first chapter of many (fingers crossed). Please review and let me know what you think and if it's worth continuing... x

P.S – Thank you for all the lovely reviews of my last three stories.