Housekeeping:

Sweet-sour-bipolar: I'm glad you seem to be enjoying my story, the sassmaster Spock comment amused me to no end. And we'll just have to see who he goes to for his much needed advice .

Tzswei: Nothing makes me happier than to know that my writing has people hooked, so thank you for taking the time to tell me. I'll admit I was toying with how to address the Jim/Emily problem I'd created for myself, but I think it was resolved well.

GravityDefier7827: To be honest, even I don't know how all of this is going to pan out. May just throw in a complete curve ball to shock everyone :P. Still I'm glad you like it, the support I get for this means the world.

starfire341: The power of rejection is awful, but risking it and getting something good it totally worth it, so trust me there. Don't be afraid in the future to take a chance on someone, or even something like a job opportunity, when things work out it's the best feeling in the world. My updating ability is hindered by my own job, so I hope your sanity hasn't suffered too much.

Alice-Ann Wonderland: I've inspired a catchphrase? Wow, I'm honoured and touched. The silliness is endearing though isn't it?

Flamingspain: OC's are fun to work with, plus it helps me with overall character development outside of fanfiction, so I'm glad I've brought you over to the dark side, we have more fun here. I've noticed the Pavel doesn't get that much attention on here, I'm fond of him too that's why I started writing this story.

Icefire: You may be in for a surprise my friend, I like to keep you lot on your toes. But it must be said, your review did have me thinking for a little while, so Kudos to you there. And I agree, Yelchin is sexy, so very sexy it should be illegal! With the lack of being able to write, the issue I was working through wouldn't have worked in this story, or any of my stories. To be quite frank, I was numb for days, I didn't care about anything. I functioned but only as much as I needed to. If I'd written, it would have been sub-par and that's not fair to myself or any of you guys. It would have been obvious I didn't care and very little could have made me care, so down in the dumps doesn't even scratch the surface of what I was going through. But I've worked through it now, so it's all good.

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CatsandHedgehogs: I know there aren't many, that's what helped bring PCC around for me. I saw a gap in the market, so I ran with it. Overall it's working out well for me. I'm so very glad you like it, and I'm happy to have your support.

And to all of the rest of you who reviewed, followed and favourited, thank you all so so so much. I'd still can't believe the amount of attention this story has gotten, Paging Captain Cupid now has over 100 Fav's and just under 200 Alerts. It's just truly amazing, so thank you all!


Pavel was still reeling from what he had said half an hour ago, and now here he was standing with a door between him and the only person who could give him the advice he needed. Reaching out to the panel for the door chime, he waited to be granted access.

A muffled "Enter" give him permission to pass through the doors, and come face to face with Commander Spock.

"Ensign Chekov, why is it that you have asked for this meeting? You are not one of the crew members that usually seeks my council." Commander Spock asked, placing a PADD on his desk as he addressed the young Ensign.

Pavel walked over to stand beside the chair opposite Commander Spock and waited for permission to sit down, permission which was promptly given. Pavel nervously sat down and cleared his throat in an attempt to calm himself. It wasn't that his was scared of the half Vulcan first officer, it was the fact he had a feeling he would be chastised for his actions that had his squirming so much. He had acted illogical and that would be pointed out to him.

"Ensign?"

"Yes Commander, sorry Sir." Pavel swallowed, his throat felt thick. "Sir, I was hoping you could give me some advice?"

Spock looked at the younger male, observing him. Chekov was sweating, indicating nervousness, he was also stalling and stuttering when speaking. The request for advice had thrown Spock a little bit, there weren't many occasions when he was asked for advice, and certainly few instances when the advice he issued was adhered to, at least that was the case when the Captain was involved. "That would depend upon the question asked Mister Chekov."

"Yes Sir, sorry Sir." Pavel was wringing his hands slightly, he was beginning to think that coming to Commander Spock had been a bad idea. "It's a personal issue Sir."

Spock raised an eyebrow. "A personal matter Mister Chekov? Very well then, I will provide advice if possible, please continue."

"Earlier today, I was approached by another member of the crew and asked about Ensign Auster and her… availability for the Valentines Ball. Rather than speaking the truth I lied." Pavel paused to look up at Commander Spock, hoping see some reaction to his revelation, but in truth he knew there wouldn't be one. So Pavel was surprised to see the Commander watching him closely, he eyes soft but focused.

"You responded with the false information that Ensign Auster was committed to attending the ball with yourself." Commander Spock surmised taking Pavel again by surprise.

"Yes Commander, how… how did you know?" Pavel's voice was slightly higher pitched than it usually was. He was terrified that the information of his lie was already so widespread.

"It's clear to many that you have… affections where Auster in concerned Chekov. Logically, the notion that another shared your affections for the young woman, and aimed to pursue her romantically would cause you to act illogically."

"Oh… how many people know about my feelings for Emily, I mean Ensign Auster?" Pavel babbled, blushing as he did so.

"As to the exact number I do not know. But given that the majority of the senior officers on board have taken an express interest in cultivating a deeper relationship between you and Ensign Auster, I would surmise a large portion of the crew are aware." Spock could see the mixed emotion move over Chekov; the younger male was clearly confused about everything that was happening. "In truth Chekov, I would not be surprised if the crewman who questioned you earlier was told to do so in order to get you to admit your feelings."

Pavel's eyes widened. "Who would do that?"

"It is not my place to play a guessing game on this matter Ensign. You still have not asked me for a specific piece of advice." Spock had done his best to stay away from Jim's attempts at forcing Chekov and Auster together, he had not anticipated being involved in this manner.

"I don't know what to do?" Pavel admitted. Sure he knew what he wanted in the end, that was easy, but he didn't know how to get to that point.

"In regards to what Mister Chekov? You don't know how to admit to your lie, or you don't know how to make sure that Miss Auster doesn't become aware of your attraction to her and of your subsequent lie to keep others away from her?" Spock couldn't believe he was now engaging in reverse psychology, he hoped that no one ever found out about this conversation. "Do you want Miss Auster to become aware of your attraction to her?"

"I… What is the most logical thing to do Sir?"

"The most logical answer is the one that will yield the most positive outcome. It is not Mister Chekov?"

"It is Sir."

"So Mister Chekov, what is the most positive outcome you can expect?" Spock was slightly amazed in himself at the moment, this really wasn't his area of expertise, and this was a clear sign of his human side getting out of control. Still for his own sanity, and for hopes of getting the main topic of interest amongst the senior officers back onto important matters, this was all necessary.

"That Emily will understand and reciprocate my feelings." Pavel's face felt like it was on fire. He had expected to have logic thrown at him, that's why he had come to Commander Spock. He needed a logical approach, he understood logic. Logic had simple patterns that could be tracked, emotions weren't helping, so logic seemed… well logical. But he hadn't expected Commander Spock to be quite like this. It was easy to forget that the Commander did in fact have some understanding of human emotion.

"You risk more by not informing her of your position, than you do if you tell her." Spock looked across the desk, meeting the eyes of Chekov. Spock fought against the temptation to smile softly, there were elements to Chekov that Spock saw in himself, and need for a logical understanding being one of them.

"Sulu said that." Pavel muttered to himself.

"Mr Sulu was being logical." Spock commented, despite the fact it was clear it was not intended that he hear the statement. "I would suggest you rectify your actions quickly Mr Chekov. I have come to learn that in matters such as these, Human females can adhere to the old Earth saying 'Hell hath no fury like a woman Scorned'. Logic would dictate you deal with this issue sooner rather than later. You are dismissed Ensign."

"Yes Sir, thank you Sir."

As Pavel left the small office, he had a lot to think about, but his task was simple enough. He would have to find Emily and very soon, but first he had a small matter to attend to on the bridge.


Ok, so this was a short-ish chapter so sorry for that, but some things can't be helped.

I'll try to update soon, but I still have work and moving day is coming up soon, so apologies are being made in advance. Still I'm a busy woman, so there! ;)

Xoxo