Sho'on

Chapter Seven

As they approached her dormitory Sho'on quietly said,

"Our time together this evening has been pleasing. I look forward to tomorrow. If you have no other plans, perhaps we should spend the entire day together. We will visit the beach in the evening."

"You really want to spend the entire day with me?"

"Vulcans do not lie; I would not have expressed that thought if it was not the activity I wished to be engaged in tomorrow."

"So, my truthful answer is yes. I will see you tomorrow. At what time and place should we meet?"

"I will be here, in front of your place of residence at eight hundred hours. Please dress in female trousers or jeans and wear comfortable footwear."

She nodded and then did a most peculiar thing, she place her palm to her lips and then opened her palm in front of her lips and blew on it. Smiling she ran up the stairs to the entrance of her residence and once she reached the door she turned and waved. Involuntarily he raised his hand in response. He did not understand why he responded in the way he did. Perhaps he should confer with Spock before retiring, his com was still open. Immediately upon entrance into his room he sat down in front of his unit and entered Spock's contact number.

Spock's visage appeared on the screen and his salutation ended with,

"How may I be of assistance to you Sho'on?"

"Cousin, when we left your presence Michele had a short period of what Terrans call 'shedding tears. I am not certain if they were tears of sorrow or joy."

Sho'on then reiterated the events of earlier that evening. Nodding Spock sent a message to Nyota to join him at the com unit. Nyota appeared before him looking a bit disheveled but still beautiful. She rubbed her eyes and yawned finally voicing,

"Excuse my appearance Sho'on, but Spock indicated that I had no time to change before joining in the conversation."

Spock sent,

'Your beauty is not diminished by your present appearance. You are 'presentable'.

She sent,

'You are a 'smooth operator'.

Sho'on observed Spock's raised eyebrow and determined he and Nyota were communicating through their bond.

Spock then asked Sho'on to reveal the happenings of the evening. Nodding, Nyota face now displayed a slight smile as she informed Sho'on,

"Michele has displayed the utmost confidence in you. Please, Sho'on tells us how her conduct affected you personally. He turned away from the screen for a moment and then replied in Vulcan,

"Sho'on vesh sadvun tor t'nash-vehmerse veh faik-tuiyan" ("I was touched to my core").

Spock then asked,

"It affected you physically?"

Sho'on closed his eyes and said, "Ha" (Yes).

Nyota hid her smile behind her hand. Sho'on then went on the describe Michele's actions before her departure and again Nyota's surprised was hidden behind her palm. She then told Sho'on,

"Michele blew you a kiss."

'Kiss…the placing of lips upon another person, usually upon bare skin, or lips, an indication of affection.'

Spock and Nyota observed the tips of Sho'on ears turn green when he realized what exactly had happened. Spock then asked him,

"Cousin, is this unwelcome news?"

"No, it is most welcome. My most pleasurable time has been spent in Michele's presence. Tomorrow we will be spending the entire day in one another's company."

Spock made the suggestion,

"Take her to Fisherman's Wharf. It has been a favorite place for Nyota and I to enjoy together and it is right on the beach."

Sho'on responded,

"She has requested that we visit the beach when it is quiet. She has stated, it is quite peaceful and beautiful and the sounds of the waters are soothing."

My cousin, one word of warning, your control has already been compromised by Michele being in your presence. Do not trust yourself in an isolated state with her alone. Neither one of you know what physical directives could present themselves. Even if you two are on the beach make sure others are present around you.

Sho'on nodded in understanding and then remembered another subject he needed to clarify.

"Michele is concerned about her personal appearance. I am not sure why that is a matter of concern for her. As you instructed cousin, I sought out a great mind. Her mind is a wonderfully beautiful place ready for exploration. I now sense the intense attraction between the Terran and Vulcan species. Do you imagine a time when you will thoroughly understand Your Nyota?"

"I am sure that it would take many Vulcan lifetimes to accomplish that task."

Nyota then interrupted,

"I have invited Michele over to go mall shopping via the Internet early afternoon this Saturday. Rachel and Christine will be involved in that Saturday afternoon diversion. Perhaps you could bring her here so that she could leave the campus later than if she was leaving alone."

Sho'on nodded and then offered his farewell.

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That night, Sho'on's sleep was a bit restless. His focus was constantly changing between his studies, the advice given by his cousins, and Michele.

The next morning at that expressed time Sho'on stood in front of her dormitory and observed her graceful decent from the entrance door. He noticed she had changed her hairstyle and now her hair flowed over her shoulders loose and wavy, she was clothed in what was usually described as Docker pants, shirt and she carried a light jacket. He also observed that she had applied cosmetics to her lips and they did shine.

"Good morning Sho'on, I hope you slept well."

"My rest was productive."

He gestured for her to fall into step with him and they proceeded to the exit from the campus.

"Spock has recommended that we visit Fisherman's Wharf, have you visited that location before?"

"No, but I have heard that it is a very interesting place. I would love to visit their aquarium. According to all the comments I have heard, species from all over Terra are represented at that location."

Sho'on simply nodded and finally said,

"Today I will sustain the costs of our day's activities. Please allow me to take care of you in this way."

Michele bowed her head and said,

"As you wish, and thank you for this treat."

"It is my honor and privilege," was his response.

The line for the aquarium was not very long and once inside their eyes adjusted to the lack of light as they walked into a tunnel glassed in on both sides with displays that were truly breath taking. She grabbed Sho'on clothed sleeve and pointed out a huge shark, she whispered almost reverentially,

"That is a Great White Shark."

Pulling him forward by the same fabric of his sleeve she pointed to another water creature, a porpoise. She then stopped, placed a finger on her chin and restated,

"Perhaps it is a dolphin. I believe an untrained eye has a difficult time differentiating these two sea creatures."

He was aware of her heightened state of excitement and was pleased that he had contributed to her pleasure. As usual his hands were clasped behind him but she continued to hold on to the fabric of his sweater. She nudged him toward a flight of stairs that led them to an outdoor observation deck. The sea creatures housed in these tanks were huge Beluga Whales and just as they reached the railing two breached and the water splashed on their clothing. Sho'on protectively pulled her away from the railing and inquired,

"You are uninjured?"

Laughing she said,

"It was only water Sho'on and I think the whales were having a good time."

He responded with,

"Indeed."

Amazingly, they were able to visit every exhibition displayed at the aquarium and almost breathlessly she asked,

"What was your favorite creature

This question took him by surprise and he riffled through his stored memories and finally said,

"I was impressed by the playful nature of the porpoises ."

"They were my favorite also. Thank you for allowing me this adventure."

'Adventure…exploration, undertaking, journey, exciting activity.'

Sho'on nodded.