Now just three days later she was waiting for the results of the exam, but she didn't need the results to know that she was pregnant. She had not expected this, but she needed to be prepared. She knew that Spock wouldn't have been born without extensive intervention, she had to find the Healer that was responsible for the genetic manipulation on Spock. Now that there would be a child, she wanted the baby. She would do whatever was necessary to save her baby.

As she sat there mentally preparing her lists and plans for what must be done, Katie walked into the exam room. "I thought it was better, that I brought you the news. There were some irregularities in the prenatal exam. I don't believe that Marina has put it together, yet. I told her I would handle your case."

"Is my baby okay?" Christine asked.

"Besides having a Hybridization of Human/Vulcan DNA, your baby is progressing well at this time. You probably know more than I, what needs to be done to bring your pregnancy to term. As I promised, I will assist you in completing the program or finding a new one to complete your training. Am I correct in assuming that you will need to relocate to Vulcan?" Katie asked.

"Yes, I checked last night the only Healer to bring a Vulcan/Human pregnancy to term is at the Vulcan Science Academy Medical Center. I have not been able to reach him, but I left a message with his office. I also attempted to contact Dr Geoffrey M'Benga, he's stationed at the VSAMC. We served on the Enterprise together. I hoped he might be able to help." Christine answered.

"Why don't you take the rest of the day. I will see if there is anything l can do from my end," Katie directed.

Christine left the hospital, heading toward the transport station. At the last minute, she chose to be sent to the station nearest the Vulcan Embassy. She had seen news footage that placed Sarek on Earth. She had been trying to contact him, but his Aide had been putting her off. She must know, if Sarek was refusing contact or if he was even getting her messages. This was not news she wished to pass via an Aide. She would try the direct approach and hope for the best. She knew he could help.

Christine had no difficulty obtaining entrance to the Vulcan Embassy, all she needed was her Starfleet credentials. The problems started when she had asked to see Sarek on a private matter. She was surprised when they dismissed her. Why would she need the attention of the Ambassador for a private matter? When she had been insistent that they notify Sarek of her presence, his Aide arrived. She had had enough of this Aide. She was on the verge of causing a ruckus, when she noticed the delegation in the hallway. Now that she knew he was truly here, she desperately called out to him in the familiar. "Father, I request your attention."

Excusing himself from the rest of the delegation he approached. "Daughter, you prosper?" Sarek asked.

"Father, I need to speak with you." She stated, schooling her composure to one more suitable to consult with the premier Vulcan Ambassador. She did not attempt to move toward him since she was virtually surrounded.

Sarek turned to his Aide, ordering. "Provide Doctor Chapel an escort to the residence and reschedule my appointments." He then turned to Christine, "I must finish this meeting, then I will join you in the residence. Amanda is currently in the residence and can assist until I arrive."

Christine fought to maintain her composure until she was inside the residence, but once inside she wanted to hide. She refused to embarrass herself by allowing her emotions to show, but it was a struggle that she was quickly losing. It was one that she completely lost, when Amanda greeted her so warmly. She was surprised to find herself pulled into a warm embrace. She was then escorted to a guest room with an attached bathroom. Amanda spent some time reassuring her, before telling her to take all the time she needed. She then invited her to join them for the evening meal, letting her know that there would be plenty of time to talk.

When Sarek entered the residence, Amanda was sitting by herself. She answered his questioning glance. "Christine is resting. She was overwrought and I thought she would be more comfortable with some privacy. I don't know what is wrong, but I have invited her to evening meal. We will have plenty of time to talk later. Why did she come through the Embassy?"

"I inquired of Sevek. Upon arriving back on Earth, Doctor Chapel made numerous attempts to contact Spock. She was unsuccessful. She then tried to contact me. Upon learning of Spock entrance in the Kolinahr, she stopped all attempts. She resumed her attempts in the last three days. I did not receive any of the messages."

"She must have felt abandoned. The desperation she must have felt, forced to act as she did to contact you," Amanda fumed.

"My Wife. The situation with Sevek will be resolved. The situation with Doctor Chapel is of higher priority," Sarek soothed.

"I'll go check on her," Amanda stated. She returned a short time later. "She has fallen asleep. I thought it best to let her sleep for now. I will wake her when it is time to eat." At Sarek's acquiescence, Amanda continued. "Doctor Jenkins has contacted us through the Vulcan Embassy. She has a intern needing to transfer to the Vulcan Science Academy to complete training. Doctor Jenkins inquiries if you could expedite such a transfer. I did my own inquiring, I discovered that she is the Attending Physician at Starfleet Medical. Starfleet Medical is where Christine is completing her internship. Coincidence?"

"Speculation is irrelevant. We will have the answer when Doctor Chapel awakens," Sarek answered, before retreating to his study.

TBC