AOS Mirrorverse. Spock is a hero to the empire after killing Nero and stealing their technology, so it wasn't a surprise that the empire would want to reward him for his loyalty. The only problem is, Spock knows that whatever he choses would be used against him. Seeing a rather intelligent and attractive slave wasted on the arena, Spock chooses him to be his new bodyguard.

The Enterprise is sent on a mission; one that is strikingly similar to Tarsus IV. Trapped on the warring planet, Kirk must struggle through his demons to keep Spock and his landing team safe. Spock has recently found he has feelings for his captain and is determined to stay away. Can he when he sees Jim falling into the memories of his horrid past?