Warrior Brothers
Content: Kirk, Spock, McCoy and some of the crew.
Summary: The story occurs at the end of and after Journey to Babel. Kirk and Spock learn the meaning of T'hy'la.
Disclaimer: Star Trek and characters are Paramount's property, I have written this story for entertainment purposes only and no money whatsoever has exchanged hands. No copyright infringement is intended. Any original characters, situations, and story are the property of the author.
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Copyright 2012
Chapter 10
Spock and Jim had recovered from the T'hy'la ceremony and they had several more days before another attempt would be made. Jim was glad to have time with his family and friends and a few more days to visit some of Spock's favorite sights.
On this day, Spock made an early morning hike into the hills to one of his favorite spots. A spot Spock had visited many times in his youth and often with I'Chaya, his "teddy bear." No one had slept late this morning as they all had plans. The Kirk's, Winona and Peter, were receiving tours of the Vulcan Science Academy and Dr. McCoy was scheduled to meet with Sarek's Healer. On Spock's return, he joined his parents and Dr. McCoy for breakfast. "Good morning doctor, Mother, Father. Is Jim sleeping late?"
Bones handed him the note Jim left. "Evidently, a call came in late last night from Starfleet. And, he didn't want to disturb anyone, Jim beamed to the ship as he had been requested to go to Starbase 2 to discuss the Orion pirates. Well, so much for shore leave for Jim. He hopes to be back in a couple of days."
"I see that Doctor. I am perplexed I was not ordered to attend as well as the first officer is usually included."
"Maybe Jim talked them out of it so your shore leave wouldn't be interrupted." Bones helped himself to another helping of Amanda's cooking.
Amanda spoke up, "Since Jim will be busy maybe today would be a good day to take a shuttle to the mountains to watch the sunset. Perhaps we can take end meal . . ."
"Arrrgh," Spock interrupted Amanda and clutched his head in pain and groaned again. He tried to control the pain but it was too sudden and sharp. He could hear his Mother, Father and McCoy calling his name but he couldn't respond. All he knew was Jim Kirk was in trouble and injured.
McCoy ran for his medical kit and returned just as Spock collapsed on the floor. "Spock, what's wrong, Sarek?" Amanda was kneeling beside Spock until Sarek moved her aside and lifted Spock into his arms.
"Amanda, move the pillows so I can place him on the couch." Amanda followed instructions and Sarek carried Spock with ease and deposited him gently on the couch. Dr. McCoy pulled out his medical scanner. Spock continued to groan and moan as he held his head.
"This doesn't make sense." Bones changed settings on his tricorder.
"Please elucidate, Leonard."
"The readings are crazy, first they are normal for Spock and then the readings indicate a head injury. And, his readings are fluctuating between Vulcan and Human readings." Bones decided to treat the symptoms and then figure out what was going on. Dialing his hypo he administered a pain killer. Spock relaxed somewhat and McCoy pull Spock's hands away from his head. As his breathing returned to normal he opened his eyes to the concerned faces of his Mother and Dr. McCoy. Even his Father looked concerned.
"What happened?"
"You tell us, Spock. You screamed in pain and collapsed."
"Jim!" Spock tried to sit up but six hands held him down. "The Captain is in trouble. Something has happened to him. I believe he has been injured."
"Spock my scanner showed your readings fluctuating between human and Vulcan. Also, it indicated a head injury. But, now . . ." Bones ran the scanner over Spock, again. "Your readings are normal for you." Bones allowed Spock to sit up. "How can you know there is something wrong with Jim?"
"Is it your T'hy'la link, Spock?" Sarek asked.
"I believe so. I need to contact the Enterprise and see if they know what ship the Captain is on. I know he is in trouble."
"Spock, how can you know Jim is in trouble that is ridiculous?" Bones still was not a believer in the T'hy'la link.
"Thee are quite correct, Spock. Your Captain is injured and in trouble." Everyone turned at the sound of T'Pau's voice as they did not hear her enter the room.
"T'Pau we are honored by your presence. May I offer you a chair?" Sarek moved forward to offer his arm to T'Pau as he escorted her to a seat.
Spock attempted to stand with out success and was relieved when T'Pau waved her hand indicating he should retain his seat. "Due to our recent meld with James T. Kirk, I also experienced a similar episode as Spock. My encounter was not as intense as Spock's but I agree that James Kirk is in distress."
"Doctor, I will need my communicator."
"Spock, I can't believe . . ." Spock attempted to get up. Bones pushed him back down and said, "Ma'am if you will excuse me." T'Pau nodded her permission and Bones left the room.
Bones returned with the communicator and handed it to Spock. "Enterprise, Mr. Spock calling."
"Mr. Spock, this is Lieutenant Owens, how may I help you."
"Mr. Owens, please connect me with Mr. Scott."
"Immediately, Mr. Spock," there was a brief pause.
"Aye, Mr. Spock, what can I do for you?"
"Mr. Scott, the Captain may be in trouble. Please explain to me how the Captain planned to travel to Starbase 2."
"Well, the Captain had planned to use one of the shuttle crafts, but to save time; we pulled all the computers at once. He contacted the space port on Vulcan and there was only one ship headed to Starbase 2. The ship should have left already."
"Contact the ship and see if the Captain is on board. Report back as soon as you find out."
"Aye, Mr. Spock."
Spock closed the communicator and tried to recall any clues that might have passed through the link. T'Pau offered her assistance, "Spock, if thee are agreeable I can meld with thee and help clarify memories."
"I would be honored, T'Pau." She moved to the couch and placed her fingers on the meld points. She entered Spock's mind with ease. The first level was traversed effortless, but the pain was still fresh and she took care in easing it. As she sorted through the memories she found the one they needed. She left Spock's mind and they both opened their eyes.
"Well, Spock, did you find the memory or not." Bones asked anxiously.
"Yes, we did. Jim was at the space port. Somebody accosted him and he was struck on the head. As he lost consciousness and fell, he turned and saw his attacker. The attacker was Orion."
"Damn, excuse my language ladies. But, they sure hold a grudge and they obviously don't give up. What do we do now?"
The communicator beeping prevented any reply. Mr. Spock picked up the communicator and flipped it open. "Report, Mr. Scott."
"Mr. Spock, I contacted the ship and they had the Captain on the list of passengers. I transmitted a picture and there is no one on board who looks like him."
"Mr. Scott, it is very likely that the Captain was kidnapped by Orions. What is the ships' status? How soon can the ship be ready to leave?"
"Ach, Mr. Spock, I'm sorry the computer system has been torn apart and there is no way we can use the ship."
"Mr. Scott, check with the Vulcan Space port to see if an Orion ship has departed in the last two hours?"
"Hang on, while I check that out." Mr. Spock controlled the urge to fidget while he waited. "Aye, Mr. Spock there was one ship that left thirty standard minutes ago."
"Very well Mr. Scott, I will contact you with our plans as soon as possible."
"Aye, keep me posted," Mr. Scott replied.
"Spock, we need to contact Starfleet and let them know that Jim has been kidnapped." Bones stated impatiently.
"And, what proof do we have of the Captain's disappearance?"
"What proof? You experienced his capture, he isn't on the ship to the Starbase and more than likely the orders to go to the Starbase were false."
"All true, Doctor, but Starfleet command is notorious for not understanding the Vulcan disciplines and will most likely dismiss our concerns. If we fail to present them with valid evidence, they will assume the Captain decided to take shore leave alone. Their interest will not be piqued until he is overdue in returning to duty. I suggest we are on our own at this point. I will order Mr. Scott to report the disappearance to Starfleet but we must formulate plans to follow the Captain before the trail is cold."
"Most logical Spock, your most urgent problem is obtaining a space craft. My diplomatic shuttle is available but would not have the speed or the space you would need." Sarek stood with his hands behind him, much as Spock stood when he was in a lecture mode.
"Spock, thee may borrow the Surak if thee wishes. The ship just completed its test run three weeks ago. Thee would need to use some of your crew as the ship's complement is not complete." T'Pau had listened to the exchanges without comment up to this point.
"T'Pau, we are honored by your offer. I was not aware the Surak was ready to launch. We accept the offer." The Surak was not as large as the Enterprise or as fast but they had no other choice Spock noted.
Spock rose and waved off McCoy's offer of assistance. Unconsciously, he stood in a similar poise as his father's. "The doctor and I will return to the Enterprise. I will contact the Surak and see which positions they need filled and recall as many of our crew as I can."
"Spock, I would offer my services as well." Sarek's offer caused Spock's face to show the surprise he was unable to hide at his father's offer.
"After all, James is now part of our family, duty requires I do as much for him as I would for my son."
Spock's eyebrow went up at that statement. He bowed his head and said, "I will contact you when preparations are complete."
"T'Pau, Mother, I take my leave of you." Spock bowed slightly in T'Pau's direction.
"Spock, please keep us posted on your progress. I will tell Winona and Peter as soon as they return from their tour of the Science Academy."
"Very good, Mother. Live Long and Prosper, T'Pau."
"Live Long and Prosper, Spock."
Spock bowed slightly and he and Dr. McCoy shimmered as they disappeared in the transporter beam. Spock's first order was to find Lieutenant Uhura and once she heard the circumstances she was back at her post trying to track down as many of the crew as possible. Being a very determined woman, Uhura was able to recall fully half of the crew from shore leave. McCoy eliminated those individuals who were too drunk to be of much help and Spock explained the situation to the rest of the crew. Everyone left volunteered to help find the Captain. He was idolized by many of the younger crew members and every time he was able to save them from danger it only increased his legend. Spock chose the personnel he needed to round out the Surak crew, which included, Dr. McCoy, Lt. Uhura, Mr. Chekov, Nurse Chapel, Mr. Sulu and eight members of the security team. Mr. Scott was upset he had to remain behind but was mollified when Spock assured him his expertise was needed on the Enterprise and as a liaison with Starfleet.