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Epilogue – "into the future"

U.S.S. Enterprise

The day after the hearing Jim Kirk received his official command for the Enterprise in front of the whole academy. But one person was missing Izzy. The Division was already on course for their next mission. For now that was their new status and they have to accept it, if they want to get Roses ass. But even with her absent he knows that she is proud of him, just like he is proud of her for her achievements. At least Dean was here and watching him getting the command of the ship of his dreams.

For now there weren't any waves or problems because of the events at the hearing. Jim and Dean believe there will not be one, because they are too afraid of Izzy or better what she would do to them, as they should be in the boys opinion. They now with her being a spy adding to her other tools at her hand, she will be a challenge even for the Federation and one with way to much cost for them. That is why they accepted it for now, that it is quiet. But they still will keep their eyes open. This way they can protect her just as she does with her one month separation. They always would protect each other.

Jim waits at the sidelines for his que to get moving. A moment later the chairman declares in a beaming voice. "This assembly calls Captains James Tiberius Kirk." with a big, proud smile Jim steps to him. As soon as he was in front of him, he goes on. "Your inspirational velour and supreme dedication to your comrades reflect the highest traditions of service and give ad most credit to yourself, your crew and the federation. It is my honor to award you with this commendation. By Star Fleet order 28455 you are hereby directed to report to Admiral Pike U.S.S. Enterprise for duty as his relieve."

With that Jim steps to Admiral Pike, who was sitting in a wheelchair, still healing form the torture at Nero's hands. As he was in front of him he declares. "I relieve you sir."

Pike answers with a smile "I am relieved." and holds out his hand for Jim to shake.

Jim doesn't hesitate to shake it as he answers. "Thank you Sir."

"Congratulations, your father would be proud." he says proud as well, just like Jim would be his son. In a way he is after all, he probably will be his son-in-law soon, if they will listen to his advice. With that hope Christopher Pike leaves and Jim watches him with a huge smile on his face.

It takes some time for the assembled people to leave the hall. But Jim waited patiently for his lover, who he knows is still here to say goodbye to him, before he leaves today. Dean received his orders to check out a class M planet some light years away. Jim has similar orders, but will leave in two days' time.

"I am proud of you." Dean says as he steps to him from behind and he really is. They all did it; they reached their goal, now they only have to get rid of the people, who want to destroy their dreams, before they finally can live it.

"Thank you." Jim hugs him in thanks. They keep the hug as public as possible. After learning yesterday that Izzy has troubles, they wanted to keep the fact that they all are an item as a secret. This way it can't use against them and they can use it to their advantage. "When do you leave?" Jim asks as they break the embrace.

A sigh escapes Dean as he answer. "Now." he only had time to say his congratulation, before he has to leave.

Jim can see that Dean wants to stay longer, but they all knew that it would be this ways as soon as they have their commands so he answers with a smile. "Then go." Dean nods and wants to leave, but Jims hand on his arm stops him. "But come back to us." he orders him silently.

With a smile Dean says. "Right back at you." with that he leaves his other lover behind. But they keep each other in their hearts, all of them.


U.S.S. Impala

Dean arrives an hour after Jim's ceremony on the bridge of his vessel. He is so proud to have achieved his goal, just like he is proud of the others for it. With a wistful glance around Dean starts to smile as he sees his brother working on the terminals to get ready for departure. It was a good feeling to have his baby brother at his side for the next great adventure. Dean didn't think the admiralty would let his action of promoting him to a Commander and his second in command be an active standing, but after Izzy demonstration at the hearing they didn't even questioned him about it. The whole mess at least has some sort of advantage. Even with them being apart for now, without any contact.

But with Sam still in law school, he would get special treatment form his brother. Dean will keep him in school and set up already for him to finish his courses over the net. Only because they already are finished officers in the fleet, doesn't stop Dean from helping his kid brother to fulfil his other dream. To become a lawyer will not go to waste for Sam, not on his watch. Besides it is always a good idea to have a lawyer at hand and Dean thinks that he probably will need one in the near future.

"Dean." his brother brings him out of his mushing's and he looks at Sam. In his face he can see that he tried several times to get his attention, but Dean was so deep in thought that he didn't register it.

The question, why was written all over his brothers face, but instead of answering it, he voiced his own question. The best way to change the topic is to avert the topic; at least it works for Dean with his brother. "What do you need?"

Or that is what Sam lets him believe, because he always comes back to the question at a later time. That is why he lets it slide for now, but keeps it in mind to come back to it later. "We have a new security officer." he looks at his tablet for the name. At the same time Deans asks himself why he all of a sudden gets a new security officer. "Lieutenant Hanna."

But the name rang a bell. It took Dean a moment and he remembered why, G's aka Izzy's godfather's partner is named Sam Hanna. That has to be him. He shall help him find the spy or traitor on his ship. "Where is he?" Dean wants to know, because he needs to talk to him.

"He waits in your room." was Sams answer.

"Thank you, I talk to him now." he tells his brothers and tries to hide his anxiety because of that as he walks to his room. But of course Sam knows him like no other person in the universe. But again Sam lets it slide, he knows his brother and that is why he knows that he only keeps important things to himself. But Sam would learn what is going on, without a doubt in some time.

Through the electronic door Dean enters his room and as Sam told him, there set the SCC agent. As soon as the door was closed Dean orders. "Computer secure the room, Captain Winchester authorization." A moment later with a Bing the room was secured, so Dean steps to the agent, holds out his hand and says. "Agent Hanna, good to have you on board."

Sam of course takes the hand, shakes it and answers. "Thank you, I just hope it would be under better circumstances." He meant meeting one of the man, who captured Izzy's heart.

"Yeah. Same here." Dean says as he takes a seat from across the agent. As soon as he sits he starts with the purpose of this discussion. "For the witch hunt … I want that you look at every last person on this ship … including my brother. I don't believe that he is the maul, but I don't want to look at it as favoritism should this investigation come out."

That surprised Sam a bit, but in a good way as he says. "Of course." He would have done it anyway, but this way he has the compliance of the Captain of the vessel he is currently is operating on, which makes things easier for him. After a moment he adds. "I can see why she likes you. You share some of her values."

There was no need for Dean to clarify who he is talking about. It is clear to Dean that the agent is talking about Izzy. "How long do you know her?" Dean simply wants to know. This way he gets a slight impression on the network she is operating in and which she threatened the admiralty with.

"About seven years now, almost as long as G and I are partners." Sam answers and considers for a moment to say more, but figures that he and Kirk would become part of G's family so there should no harm done in telling him. "You have to understand G doesn't have any family, beside his team and Christopher Pike and his family, that is. Izzy is like a daughter to him. He would go to the end of the universe for her, just like the rest of his family."

It was good to know that Izzy has so many people on her side. So Dean answers truthfully. "Thank you for telling me."

"Your welcome."

With that Dean claps his hands and says. "So let's get started. I want to find the spy as soon as possible and get him or her off my ship."

"Yeah lets go." with that the two stand up, leave the room and went on with their separate responsibilities for now. Both have the same goal in mind to catch a spy. Let's hope they will find him.


U.S.S. Enterprise

As Jim enters the bridge on his departure day he was a little nervous. This was now his ship and the crew was his responsibility. But of course Jim wouldn't let it show on the outside as approaches his best friend on board. "Bones." he says to get his attention as he claps his hand on his friends shoulder and adds. "Buckle up." Bones mumbles something Jim can't understand, so he ignores it, activates the com and asks his chief engineer. "Scotty how we're doing?"

His happy answer was. "Dilitihum champers at maximum Captain."

That was good, so they can start their journey. Jim turns to his pilot and orders. "Mr. Zulu prepare to engage thrusters."

That moment the doors to the bridge open and Jims favorite Vulcan asks. "Commission to come on board, Captain."

"Commission grated."

The next question threw Jim a curve ball, because he didn't thought about it, before now. "As you have yet to select a first officer respectfully I would like to submit my cadency. If it is your desire I can prepare character references."

For a moment Jim thinks about it. Does he really want the pointy ear bastard on his ship? His help during the Nero crisis was essential and in the end he still is human to. Besides Jim started to trust him and that was a good sign. So that is why Jim answers. "It would be my honor, Commander." Than he turns to his pilot and asks. "Maneuvering thrusters Mr. Zulu?"

"Trustors on standby."

Good. "Take us out." Jim says and with that the Enterprise takes on the next journey. Hopefully it will bring him back to his lovers Izzy and Dean soon. Even with the scheduled meeting in a month Jim has the feeling that it would be only a short meet before an even longer break. Let's hope that he is wrong. But his gut never stirred him wrong.


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