Thank you to all those who reviewed instead of just putting the story in favorites. As promised, here is another chapter. I know it's short, but I'm doing some moving and so short will have tah do for now (which also means I wont have internet for a while). Hope ya'll like.

And thank you, SnowsongIsAJaypawFan, for noticing I put "sock" instead of "spock"


Chapter 1

Cold Emotions

Cold. Emotionless. That's how Spock acted the day after the incident. He spent most of the time away from the bridge helping with repairs all around the ship. When he ran into Jim at any point, he would be completely formal. And cold. This happened again the day after, and the day after that.

The first day this happened, Jim was annoyed but understanding.

The second day, Jim was calm. He knew Spock would need some time to think.

The third day, Jim started to get annoyed once again.

On the fifteenth day, Jim gave up being calm and was angry and frustrated.

On the sixteenth day, Jim did something about it.

It was late at night, nearly 2300, but he knew the Vulcan of his thoughts was up. The computer had stated he was in the observatory - which was just fine with Jim. The doors switched open silently, and he was surprised the Vulcan didn't turn around at the noise. The lights had been dimmed almost down to nothing, but he could still make out the lone figure. Spock was leaning against one of the waist high ledge; looking so human.

He made his way to the Vulcan, who did not turn at the noise. Jim frowned and stopped a short distance away.

"Spock?"

Spock turned, "Captain. If you'll excuse me." He tried to walk away, but Jim stood in front of him. "Captain, please let me go."

Jim scowled, "Come on Spock, you can't expect me to forget what happened."

"Nor do I expect you to, Captain. I do not wish to talk about it." Spock once again tried to go around Kirk, but Jim grabbed his arm and slammed into the wall. His hand were placed on the side of Spock's head and his body close enough he could feel the Vulcan's body heat.

"You come into my room, you hug me, and then leave without a single explanation. I want to know what's going on!"

Although by nature Vulcan's were stronger than humans, Spock did nothing to move Jim from his presence. He just stood there, looking at something past his commanding officers shoulder. Jim noticed his gaze and sighed. He would not get anything out of the Vulcan, even if he were to rile him up.

With a small grunt, he pushed himself off the wall and made he way to the doors. He paused, turning around to find Spock once again leaning against the ledge. Jim sighed and walked out of the observation deck. If he would have stayed a few seconds longer, he would have heard the words not spoken pass between Spock's lips.

"I cannot control these feeling. My love for you seems...illogical. But why does my human half tell me otherwise?"


"We are being hailed, Captain," Uhura spoke from her station.

Jim shifted in his seat to make himself look more professional. The thought of meeting another alien species nerved him - the Enterprise was still too damaged to put up another fight - but he tried not to show it. "Put 'em on screen."

The view screen came to life as the communication was put through. The species in front of him looked humanoid; except for the light blue skin, gills, and pointy ears. "I'm Captain Kirk of the Federation ship USS Enterprise. How may I help you?"

The blue alien on screen smiled, showing semi-pointed teeth, "Captain! It is a pleasure to meet you. I am Julo of the Laliconians. I saw that you were in need of some assistance so I thought we could help."

Jim nodded, "Thank you, I would like to discuss this with the rest of my crew, if that's alright?"

Julo's grin widened, "Of course!" With that the screen went black.

Kirk swiveled his chair and looked at his first officer; "Spock?"

"The Vulcan's have met the Laliconians before. They are a peaceful race with about the same level of technology as earth. It would be agreeable to accept their help."

Kirk's eyes quickly scanned the bridge and got nods of approval. "Hail them."

The screen flashed again and Julo seemed to be bouncing in his seat. Kirk gave him a grin, "We would be glad to accept your help."

"That's great! I can send repair teams over and if you would like, you could join us for dinner."

Jim nodded, "It would be an honor."

Julo clapped his hands in excitement, "Fantastic. I will send a shuttle to get you. Julo out."

Once the screen went black, Jim slumped in his chair, "Well this is exciting."

"Are you sure this is a good idea, Captain?" Uhura asked.

Jim shrugged, "Spock said these guys were cool, so I trust 'em enough."

He really should stop listening to what Spock suggests.