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"Come in!" Kes called.

Commander Spock strode in. Kes stood and saluted him in the traditional Vulcan manner. Spock raised an eyebrow and returned the gesture.

"I am Spock. Welcome aboard the Enterprise, Ensign."

Kes nodded. "Live long and prosper, Spock. Thank you."

He glanced around her quarters and spotted the picture frame.

"May I?"

"Certainly."

He picked it up and examined it closely. His eyes lingered on every face but especially on those of Neelix, Tuvok and B'Elanna.

"May I ask who they are, Ensign?"

"They are like family to me."

"Who is the Vulcan?"

"His name is Tuvok."

Spock raised his eyebrows again. "I have not had the pleasure of meeting him. What about the man to your right?" He handed her the picture frame.

"Oh, that's Neelix. He's Talaxian."

"I have not heard of such a species. The woman next to the two humans?"

"Her name is B'Elanna Torres; her mother was Klingon."

Spock's brow furrowed. "Indeed. The others?"

Kes pointed to each. "That's Katherine Janeway, Chakotay, Tom Paris, Harry Kim, and the Doctor. And me."

Spock nodded and stopped asking her questions. "I have come to inform you that you have a physical at 1400 this afternoon, which is in 30 minutes. I will escort you to sickbay."

"Thank you. I know I'll be working in the medical laboratory, but when do I report for work?"

"0800. The head of the medical laboratory is Lieutenant Steinburg. I will show you where to go before we report for your examination. The lieutenant will tell you your duties and answer any questions you may have. Come with me, please." He turned and walked out the door; Kes followed, intrigued.

"You did not give your doctor a name," commented Spock.

"He didn't have one."

"Why so?"

"His…parents didn't think one was necessary."

Spock mused. "That is fascinating. I would like to continue this conversation, but that will have to wait until later. This is where you will work." He gestured to a door, which Kes entered. After examining the room for a few minutes, she nodded and gestured for Spock to lead her to sickbay.

McCoy was waiting for them. "Ah, there she is. Nurse!" he called into the other room.

"Here, doctor." A young blonde woman walked in and smiled nervously at Spock. The Vulcan, having performed his duty, excused himself and left.

"Right up here." He patted a biobed and Kes lay down. The panel above her lit up and started beeping. McCoy studied it.

"Let's see what you are, Ensign. Any ideas?"

"Not really," she lied.

"Hmmm. Heartbeat a little above normal, blood pressure is a little high…probably to be expected for an unknown species," he commented smilingly. "This is odd…serotonin levels up 20%." He thought for a moment before turning to Kes. "You worked in medicine for about 2 years. Are these readings normal for you?"

Kes smiled. "Yes, everything's normal except for the serotonin. If that gets above 60%, it could be dangerous."

"I'll keep that in mind," he said, writing on a PADD. "Any family history of disease, heart problems?"

"No."

"Why did you want to get this physical done right away?" he asked in an off-hand manner.

"I thought it would be best for my safety and for the safety of the crew."

"Have you ever been vaccinated for Terrelian flu?"

"No, not that I recall."

He picked up a nearby hypospray and injected the vaccine. He continued the physical without further ado. After nearly an hour in sickbay, he released Kes.

"You still haven't had the grand tour but I'm sure you're tired," McCoy said. "I'll escort you back to your quarters."

"You don't have to do that, you know," Kes replied with a smile. "I remember the way back." The doctor raised an eyebrow, causing Kes to laugh.

"I have recorded eidetic memory, doctor," she said softly. "I'd enjoy your company."

She hopped off the biobed and the pair strode from sickbay, arm in arm.