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In Spock and Olivia's Quarters…
T'Ana was sitting with Grayson and Amanda.
"We're leaving for Andoria in three days," she said to them.
Amanda stood up.
"The blue people?" she asked and Olivia chuckled and nodded.
"Is there a problem there?" Grayson asked softly.
Olivia nodded.
"Yes, they are on the brink of civil war," she told him truthfully.
"That is terrible," T'Ana said quietly.
"Yes and that's why we're going to go and stop it," Olivia comforted her.
T'Pring entered the room.
"T'Ana, come, we must go and pack. Word has just been sent that civil war has broken out in Andoria. We must leave now," she said more to Olivia.
Olivia's eyes widened.
"So fast?!" she asked in disbelief.
T'Pring nodded.
"Right after we disbanded, Jim got an emergency call. We are requested to leave at once," she said and Olivia nodded.
T'Ana exited with T'Pring and Olivia turned to her kids.
"You heard her. Go and pack your things. We have to leave," she said firmly and Amanda immediately went to her room to pack.
Grayson stood. He seemed uncomfortable. Olivia looked at him.
"Grayson go pack your things," she repeated.
Spock was about to walk in when he heard Olivia and Grayson conversing. He listened.
"I hurt you," Grayson said quietly and Olivia stared at him.
"No you didn't. You simply requested something of me and I told you I would oblige you," she said calmly.
Grayson's eyes saddened.
"Is this how you will talk to me from now on? Like you would talk to a Vulcan child you do not even know?" he asked shocking her.
"Well are you going to talk to me like any other person or are you going to talk to me like your mother?" she asked trying to stay strong.
Grayson looked up at her as a small tear trailed down his cheek.
"I am sorry!" he said as more tears came.
Olivia walked over to him quickly and he threw his arms around her and hugged her tightly. She returned the hug just as tight as tears slowly trailed down her face.
"I am mother! I am sorry! I do not wish to be like this! Not to you!" he whispered coughing some.
Olivia wiped away his tears. Spock listened on in pure fascination. Two years of intense training and Grayson had easily broken with her in ten minutes. He was starting to believe Olivia had the power to make Vulcan composure crumble before her.
"Do you forgive me?" Grayson asked in a whimper.
"I was never mad at you Grayson—"
"—it's Gray," he said quickly and she smiled brightly.
"Gray, I was just a little sad that's all. But I'm fine now baby," she said still touching his cheek.
"I am still in control of my emotions. But I do not have to be completely Vulcan," he surmised.
"That was the point of the training," Spock said walking in a startling the two.
Olivia stood up and motioned for Grayson to go pack with his sister. When he was gone Olivia looked at Spock, who was staring at her.
"I would go for late night walks and think about if I was doing the right thing," he started.
Olivia watched him carefully.
"The training was intense and left us both exhausted at the end of the day. I would watch him suffer through it and I would question…" he stopped.
His eyes were wild though his face was as calm as ever.
"…my ability as a parent. I would wonder how I could not help him in some other way. I did not voice these thoughts because you were going through enough. I could see it even though you never voiced it. I believe I thought your view of me would change," he said quietly and was startled when hands touched his cheeks.
He did not pull them away this time. He held them there tightly and shut his eyes.
"I remember how my mother would look at my father sometimes when he trained me. I do not wish for you to ever look at me that way," he said his eyes still shut tightly.
Olivia pressed her body to his in a tight hug which he returned quite relieved.
"Spock my feelings for you will never change, no matter how I may look at you," she pulled away and smiled up at him.
He planted a soft kiss on her palm and nodded.
"We must pack quickly," he said and she nodded.
On the Enterprise…the Bridge…
It was a special moment for Kirk when the bridge crew was on the bridge again. He sat in his Captain's chair with pride and watched everyone get comfortable at there stations. Olivia stuck her earpiece in and switched on her control board. It had been two years since she had sat there but she knew what she was doing.
Soon the Enterprise was in warp and headed to Andoria. The trip would take two days to get there if they stood in warp. Olivia sat back in her chair relaxed. She wasn't looking forward to the actions they were going to have to take to get things back in order but she tried to get it out of her head.
Her main concern was Spock and T'Pring. Andorians and Vulcans did not get along…at all. They were known for their bad blood since way before she was born. She wondered how the interaction might play out. Another voice entered her head.
"As long as the Andorians remain civil, so will me and T'Pring," Spock linked making Olivia smile to herself.
"Good because they have enough going on. A fight with you or T'Pring is not something I want to see engaged," she replied.
"We will both be on our best behavior I assure you," he replied and she could sense the humor in his voice.
Olivia chuckled softly and got back to work. She enjoyed when his mood was light. Kirk's voice broke her out of her thoughts.
"I've just received word…the Andorian Ambassador is dead," he said and eyes widened.
"Has it really become that bad?" Olivia asked shocked.
"Apparently this civil war is no joke," Kirk shook his head.
"We'll be meeting with the Ambassador's son when we arrive," he added and the crew thought about just how bad this war could get.
All was silent on the bridge.
Two Days Later…
Kirk walked to the shuttle carriers with most of his crew. Since the Enterprise would be orbiting the planet they decided to leave the children behind to stay safe. They also left Sulu just in case the ship had to flee and Scotty in case they needed to be beamed back up. Chekhov was also staying in case of emergencies. The rest of the bridge crew would head down including Bones, Claire, and T'Pring.
"You must be on your best behavior up here, got it?" she asked her son and daughter respectively.
Amanda nodded quickly because she still did not understand the full concept of the mission but Grayson seemed conflicted.
"Andorians do not…appreciate Vulcans," he said quietly.
"No they don't," she answered him truthfully.
"You will be careful? And father too?" he asked in a whisper.
Olivia smiled at her son and smoothed out his hair.
"We will both be okay. And we will see you shortly. Until then, stay with the crew up here," she said and Grayson nodded.
Amanda ran to her dad and he picked her up carefully.
"Daddy, you will come back to us right?" she asked picking up on Grayson's uncertainty.
"That is a high possibility," he said and she hugged him tightly.
He returned the hug unabashed. He loved her and she was definitely the kid more attached to him. She fit the daddy's little girl part to the T.
"I love you daddy," she linked knowing that he did not say it too often out loud.
"I love you too Amanda," he linked and this earned him a small, quick kiss on the cheek.
He showed her a small smile and put her down next to Grayson. T'Pring kneeled down in front of T'Ana gracefully.
"I will return to you before long," she said almost kindly.
T'Pring had been almost humanized by the good Captain. She smiled more often and showed her daughter more affection. She also enjoyed Kirk's company when they were both off duty. T'Ana hugged her mother tightly and she returned the hug with no hesitation. A lot had changed within the two years.
"Please be careful mother. Andorians are not known for their pleasantries towards Vulcans," she voiced her concern.
Kirk leaned down to her level.
"Hey, don't worry about your mom okay? I'll take care of her down there. You have my word," he said and T'Ana smiled.
When Kirk gave his word she believed it wholeheartedly. It earned him a tight hug as well. T'Pring blushed softly upon hearing his words and stood up. Her attraction to the Captain was illogical and probably one sided. They all walked to the transporter deck and soon they were all gone.
On Andoria…
Olivia was grateful for the gear they were wearing, as was everyone were bundled but still could not help but feel the freezing cold temperature of the ice planet touch their skin, making them all shake. Heavy snow made it difficult to see in front of them. They had to head for the cave that led to the Andorian's underground tunnels which led to their homes. First they had to find the cave.
Kirk pulled out his communicator and Chekhov gave him directions. They all grabbed gloved hands and followed Kirk into the never ending blizzard. When they finally made it to the cave they all took a breath. Due to the harsh winds and snow they were having a hard time getting oxygen to their lungs. They were all grateful for the cave. After removing their hoods they looked around. All was quiet until the back of the cave shifted and an Andorian stepped out.
"Greetings crew of the Enterprise. I have been expecting you," the young Andorian said softly.
Kirk stepped forward and removed his glove, extending his hand. The young Andorian stared at it slowly before letting his own connect with it in a handshake.
"Captain Jim Kirk of the USS Enterprise," the Andorian stated and Kirk nodded.
"You must be Ko'Lar," Kirk said smiling some.
"Yes that is who I am. Before we head down to my home, there are a few things that must be noted," he said as his voice became lower.
The crew listened carefully.
"Since civil war has broken out, and even before then, many of my kind have been extremely…hostile. They may act aggressively towards outsiders especially now since my father was murdered. Please stay by me for your own safety," he said and turned around and started walking.
The crew did not hesitate to follow his instructions.
The Andorian City…
It was a city of ice. Tunnels were everywhere. So were Andorians. Ko'Lar led them to a tall building that seemed to be in the center of the city.
"This is where all guests stay. I will show you to your rooms and then you will get properly settled before meeting me in the main tower. Just follow the left tunnel. It connects this building with the main tower. It will lead you right to our offices. There we will discuss the situation," he finished opening a door.
The room was beautiful and connected to the other rooms in the tower.
"I will see you all shortly," Ko'Lar said and left.
Kirk looked around and then turned to Spock.
"Do you trust him?" he asked the half Vulcan.
Spock thought about it for a moment before answering.
"My answer will be bias Captain. I trust no Andorian," he said calmly.
"Have you ever met an Aenar?" Kirk asked next.
"No Captain I have not met one," he said softly.
"Yet," Kirk said and looked around.
Spock furrowed his eyebrows.
"Captain?" he asked curiously.
"It's probably nothing," he said and dropped his stuff off on the bed.
"Let's get settled and then let's get to the bottom of this," he said and they all went to their rooms.
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