You might want to read Tell Me Something I Don't Know- since it's tied in with this chapter! Enjoy!
"So you have everything? Stockings, shoes, fancy panties?" Nyota asked.
Andrea was rushing around her room as she made sure everything was in order, before Leo arrived to pick her up. After two whole weeks of helping the boys get situated at their new apartment, the trip to Georgia finally arrived.
"Yes. I have everything in my bag. Just need to put the dress in that thing and I'll be set," she said, as she zipped up her makeup bag.
Nyota took the dress off the hook and slipped into the dress bag, before laying it across the bed. Then she picked up her purse and dug around, until she pulled out a box.
"Don't forget these!" she said, before tossing the box into the suitcase.
Andrea stepped out of the bathroom and set her makeup bag into the suitcase, before spotting the box. She felt her face flush, before picking up the box and looking at Nyota.
"Did you seriously just throw a box of condoms into my bag?" she asked.
Nyota smirked, "After our conversation, I figured I'd save you the awkward shopping trip and buy them for you," she said.
Andrea sighed, "Shouldn't Leo be buying these things? she asked, tucking the box underneath the clothes.
"Um, you said that Leo has no idea that you want to do it. So how should he know to bring them or not?" she asked.
Tossing her hairdryer and brush into the suitcase, she pulled it shut and zipped it. "He doesn't, but do you really think he's not going to slip a few into his own things? I mean, we're going away for two weeks with no interruptions- from my dad or anyone- so I'd be surprised if he didn't go out and buy a box of his own," she said.
"I just think it's weird, you know? How the hell am I going to tell Leo I want to have sex and then whip out a condom for him? I feel dirty just thinking about it," she said, shrugging.
Nyota laughed, "Oh Andy! It's not like you're some random girl looking for a hook up. You're in a relationship with him, and you don't want to risk pregnancy- especially when you're not married and you live with your father at the moment," she said.
On cue, there was a knock on the door and both girls turn to look, as Christopher opened the door. He smiled at both of them, as he leaned against the doorframe.
"All packed?" he asked.
Andrea nodded, "Yup. Just putting a few last minute things in my bag, but overall I'm ready to go," she said.
"Nyota stood up from the bed and walked towards the door, "I'll go wait in the living room to let Leo in, " she said, before disappearing down the hall.
Andrea sat down on her bed, placing her feet on the side of the box spring, as her father walked into the room.
"Excited?" he asked, taking a seat next to her.
She nodded, "Yeah. What about you? Excited to have the house to yourself for two weeks?" she asked.
Christopher laughed, "Two weeks of voluntary silence? Are you kidding? That's a dream," he said.
Andrea gasped, "Dad!"
"I'm kidding! You know I'll miss you," he said, wrapping his arm around her shoulders.
There was silence between the two before Christopher cleared his throat, "I know you're responsible- most of the time that is- but I must remind you to be nice to everyone and stay out of trouble," he started.
Andrea looked up at him trying to keep a straight face as her father spoke, though it was hard to do.
"And if you two are planning on doing anything… just take precaution, alright?" he said, as if it were a painful request to make.
Andrea groaned, "Oh my god.." she mumbled.
"Hey, you think I'm comfortable having this kind of talk? It freaks me out, kiddo. I'm a nervous wreck half the time when you spend the night at Leo's apartment," he said.
She leaned over and hugged him, "Daddy, you don't have to worry. He's a proper gentleman who respects me," she insisted.
Christopher sighed, "I know, Honey Bee. But I'm your father, I'm allowed to worry about you," he said.
From the bedroom, Andrea and Christopher heard Nyota open the front door, signaling Leo's arrival.
"She's in her room with Chris," she said, as he thanked her.
Footsteps could be heard coming down the hall, and a few seconds later, Leo stood at the door to the bedroom. He smiled at the two before stepping into the room.
"What? No rushing around with last minute packing?" he asked, as Andrea sat on her bed.
She rolled her eyes, while shaking her head, "I told you I was good," she answered.
Getting up, Andrea went to pull her suitcase off the bed, before stopping and looking at her father.
"I forgot to make dinner! I can't let you starve!" she cried, turning to run out of the room.
Christopher grabbed her by the hand to stop her, "Andrea, it's alright. Spock is coming by after his meeting and both he and Nyota are staying to discuss Starfleet matters," he said, slightly amused that she would delay her departure to make him dinner.
Andrea nodded, "Right. Okay, so you'll be fine. Good. Leo can you grab my bag?" she asked, distracted as a million things ran through her head.
Leo stepped forward and pulled the bag off the bed, amazed at how light it was. "You have two weeks worth of clothes in here?" he asked.
She nodded and smiled, "I wasn't kidding when I said I packed light,"
He carried the bag out of the room, while Andrea draped the dress bag over her arm. She then grabbed her purse and helped her father off the bed, both following Leo out the door.
"So I turned the AC off in my room and locked the windows, that way it's not running all day and we don't have people sneaking in. I made sure to buy enough food and paper goods, so that you wont have to go to the store. Jim said he'll stop by tomorrow to see how you are and to keep you company, and I think Scotty, Pavel and Hikaru will stop by sometime during the week. I also made sure to write down all your meetings and physical therapy sessions down and their in the study on your desk.." Andrea rambled, mentally marking off everything she need to inform him before she left.
Christopher chuckled, "Honey, I have a secretary. You don't need to worry about me, especially when you're on vacation. And I wont starve or skip any sessions with the therapist," he said, as she nodded.
"Just.. humor me, Dad. And if Jim tries to get you to go out to a bar, I set Spock's number on speed dial for your communicator. I told him that under no circumstances is he to annoy you," she huffed.
Leo and Nyota chuckled at the thought of Jim dragging the older man to a bar. If he wanted to keep his title as Captain, he'd do no such thing.
"Andrea, I will be fine. Now, get going. You have a big day tomorrow and I'm sure Leo doesn't want a crabby travel companion," he said, glancing over at the older man.
She nodded, "Right. I'll call you when we get there," she said.
Christopher nodded and pulled her into his arms, "I know you will," he said, before kissing the top of her head.
Andrea gave him a tight hug, before pulling away. "Be good," he said, as Nyota pulled her into a hug.
"Have lots of fun and take pictures! And don't worry about things here, And. We'll be around to keep your dad company," she said.
Christopher went to Leo, "Take care of my girl," he said, holding out his hand.
Leo took it and was taken back by the firm handshake, and the knowing look in the man's eyes. Leo began to wonder if Christopher knew that his daughter was planning on taking their relationship to the next level. Or if Christopher knew that he stopped at the medical building for more condoms, which he shoved into his back pockets.
"I will, Sir," he said, brushing the worried feelings he had inside.
He then pulled the front door open, setting the suitcase on the front step, before turning to watch Andrea give her father another hug.
"I'll leave my car keys with Jim, and he'll bring them back here for you. I made sure to fill the tank up, which should last you two weeks. And Jim is not allowed to take my car for anything, unless someone is dying," she said.
Christopher laughed, "I will make sure he returns the keys. Now get going! It's getting late and you need to eat dinner," he said.
"Jim ordered take-out, which is probably waiting on the table for us. I'll give him five minutes before he starts calling us," said Leo, as he pulled out his communicator to check any messages.
Andrea shifted the strap of her purse on her shoulder and stepped outside, "Don't be a grump when you see the therapist! And be nice to the boys when they come by, since you're only nice to Ny because she brings you cookies,"
Nyota laughed, "It's not my fault you can't master the craft of baking," she said, shrugging.
The girl rolled her eyes, "Just don't over do it with the sugar. He's old as it is, and I don't need him to go into a diabetic coma or something," she said.
"Now she insults my age," her father muttered, as he and Nyota stood in the doorway of the house.
"Gotta start somewhere," said Andrea, as she and Leo started down the walkway.
"I'll see you in two weeks!" her father said, as they walked.
Andrea turned around and waved at him and Nyota, "I love you!" she shouted, as Leo took the keys from her hand.
"Love you too, Honey Bee. Drive safe," he said, before he and Nyota disappeared into the house.
Andrea followed Leo through the parking lot, and loaded her bags into the car, before climbing into the passenger seat. Leo got behind the wheel and started the car, before looking over at with a smile.
"Ready?" he asked.
Andrea pulled her seatbelt on and smiled at him, "Defiantly," she answered, before leaning over to kiss him.
Putting the car in drive, Leo pulled out of the parking spot and drove towards the exit, looking both ways, before pulling out onto the busy street. Andrea looked over her shoulder and watched as the rooftops of the Admiral quarters grew smaller and smaller, before disappearing from her sight, as Leo turned at the corner. With a small sigh, Andrea turned around and faced forward, glancing at Leo who looked at he with a smile. Deep down she knew that her father would be alright, but it didn't stop the thoughts about how lonely he would be.
