I put this chapter up because I may not be able to put one up tomorrow (work) and I felt bad. ^_^ This is more of a guessing chapter. The next one is going to be huge because everything hits the fan. I need time to put it together. I want it perfect. So this kind of leaves you wondering. Enjoy and please review!
Three Hours Later…
Kirk had successfully made Bones blush when teasing him about Cadet Riley. That had caused some amusement on board. When Olivia saw the planet Romulus come into view everyone became quiet. The air in the room became tense.
"Alright I want Commander Spock, Mr. Sulu, Lt. Roark, Lt. Alfred, and Commander Monroe--" he was cut off when Bones cleared his throat.
"--Not Commander Monroe. She needs to stay here," he said seriously.
Olivia's eyes widened some and then she glared.
"If you're trying to get back at me because of what I told James, this isn't how to do it," she said seriously but McCoy shook his head.
"I can't allow you to go Commander. And don't worry I'll get you back for telling on me later," he added returning her glare.
"Captain?" Olivia tried turning to Kirk.
Kirk looked from her to Bones.
"What's the reason she has to stay behind?" he asked and Bones sighed.
"Its medical reasons Jim. I can't divulge her information to you. But I need to see you down in sickbay," he said pointing to Olivia.
Her glare faded. Bones wouldn't be doing this unless it was something serious.
"Alright well take care of it down there. We still have to land. Maybe Bones can clear you before--" Bones cut him off again.
"--I doubt it," he said turning around and motioning her to follow him.
Olivia turned to Spock who was fine on the outside but inside he was panicked. She offered a small smile and followed McCoy down to the sickbay. They weren't gone more then five minutes before Kirk spoke.
"So what do you think is wrong with her?" he asked his First Officer.
Spock tilted his head slightly.
"I don't know. Though if it is preventing her from active duty then it must be serious," he said and Kirk patted him on the shoulder, much to his dismay.
"Don't worry about Olivia. She's a tough girl. She'll be back up here and ready to go with us in no time," he said and Spock nodded once.
"I am not worried," he said but he was lying and Kirk knew it.
After a few minutes of waiting, which seemed like hours to Spock, Olivia returned to the bridge.
"Captain I am afraid you will have to carry out this mission without me," she said turning away from him.
Kirk's smile dropped and he walked up to her. Spock was listening intently. If Bones convinced her it was not a good idea to go, it must be something big.
Kirk leaned in to whisper to her but Spock still heard it.
"Is it that bad Olivia? Because we don't have to complete this mission right now. I'm much more concerned about you being okay," he said quietly.
Olivia smiled slightly at his concern.
"No it's not that bad Captain, just continue on without me. I must return to sickbay, doctor's orders," she said turning away from him and heading to the turbolift.
Kirk moved back to where Spock was standing.
"We're coming into orbit in approximately fifteen minutes. Go find out what the hell is wrong with her," he said and Spock headed towards the turbolift, slipping in as it closed.
Kirk closed his eyes. She better be okay.
In the Turbolift…
Olivia didn't look Spock in the face right away when he entered the lift. When she did, she found him staring down at her. He didn't have to ask her anything. His eyes asked everything.
"I'm fine," she said smiling up at him.
Spock did not return the smile.
"What did Dr. McCoy say to you?" he asked her quietly.
Olivia shook her head.
"He didn't say much. He believes that I am not fit for this particular mission. I mean, it is to execute my parents. That could mess a person up. And I wasn't feeling well to begin with," she said not meeting his eyes once again.
Spock's hands found her cheeks and lifted them up so she met his gaze.
"I do not understand why you feel the need to keep things from me," he said and before she could answer the door to the lift slid open.
"Good luck Commander," she said quietly, kissing his cheek softly. She slipped out of his grasp and towards the sickbay leaving behind one very confused Vulcan.
One Hour Later…
Olivia sat in the captain's chair biting her nails. It was a bad habit but she was nervous and this is what she did when she was nervous.
"Why haven't they reported back yet? It's been an hour and we have received no communication from them. I cannot believe you didn't let me go!" she growled at Bones who simply sighed.
"I have good reason! Christ Olivia in your condition it's not safe to--" Olivia cut him off quickly.
"—don't say it Bones or I will hit you," she said agitated.
"I need to know if they're okay and sitting here is getting us no where!" she complained but McCoy shook his head.
"You're in no shape Olivia, just deal with it," he said and she slumped in the chair.
Two Hours Later…
Chekhov jumped up and pressed some buttons on his PADD.
"I am receiving an incoming transmission!" he said happily.
Olivia took in a deep breath.
"Open it!" she said and Chekhov pressed a button.
The familiar voice of their captain echoed through the bridge. Pieces of what he was saying were being cut off. The transmission wasn't clear and it sounded as if he was running.
"This is Captain Kirk—USS Enterprise—currently—Romulus—attacking—no help—Victor—Monroe—made some friends—not—fair fight—deep trouble—like war—outnumbered—Lt.—hurt badly—running—Commander—don't know—get out!"
The transmission was cut short and everything became silent. Olivia was frozen. From what she made from that transmission, they were outnumbered, hurt, and running. She turned to the door.
"Bones, you're in charge," she said but he grabbed her arm.
"Olivia you can't!" he almost begged.
"Those are our friends out there! They need our help! I can't just sit here and let them get killed because of my parents! I don't care about my 'condition' right now! I have to get to them and see if their okay!" she was almost in tears now.
Bones groaned.
"Then put Lt. Uhura in charge and knock me out," he said quietly.
Olivia's eyes widened.
"W-What?" she said confused.
Bones turned around, not looking at her and closed his eyes.
"There's no way in hell I'm letting you go unless you physically knock me out. It would be wrong as a doctor and as a friend. I dislike the green blooded elf but I won't do this to him--" Uhura cut in.
"--Dr. McCoy she left already…" she said quietly and McCoy whirled around.
Sure enough Olivia had taken off to the transporter room and was gone while McCoy had his rant.
"Christ Olivia, be careful," he whispered.
Oh snap a cliff hanger! ^_^ PLEASE REVIEW!!! I love reviews!