Chapter 11 ~ The Reason

Spock was pacing frantically in the waiting room attached to Sick Bay. Eon had collapsed 3 days ago and had yet to awaken. Bones was a bit concerned but he kept his composure. The quick scan that had raised his suspicion on Vulcan was confirmed by an extensive scan and a blood test. He knew that he should tell Spock but he would wait to tell Eon first. However, he was more concerned for Spock. He still hadn't eaten and was wearing himself ragged over Eon.

Eon's yellow eyes fluttered open end she felt a serious wave of nausea that she rolled over and vomited. "Well good morning." Bones said, entering Sick Bay and wiping Eon's mouth.

"I feel like hell." She said softly. "What happened to me?"

"Well, you already had an accelerated heart rate going into that battle so it only aggravated it. Your body just took a nap while it calmed down and adjusted to your condition." Bones said, running a scan quickly over her.

"Condition?" Eon asked. "Bones, what?"

"Eon, your pregnant." Bones said softly, touching her arm.

Her eyes widened and her mind went blank. "I-I'm… pregnant?" she asked softly not believing her voice.

"About a month along." Bones replied. "It looks very healthy for not being known about. I've given you some inoculations and extra vitamins in your I.V. You should be good for now. Do you know how long a pregnancy lasts in your race?"

"7 or 8 months." Eon explained. "I'm pregnant?"

"Yes you are." Bones said with a little smile. "Now, there is a furious and starving Vulcan outside waiting for you to wake up. And no, he doesn't know."

Bones pressed a few buttons and the Sick Bay doors opened. Spock stepped through and stopped. He and Eon locked eyes before Bones bowed out. "Are you well?" he asked stiffly.

"I will be…" Eon replied. "You look concerned."

"I was unable to meld with you after you collapsed." He said, going to her side. "I could not even feel you in my mind."

"I think I can explain that." Eon said, taking his hand gently in hers.

He raised an eyebrow as she pressed his palm against her abdomen. "I'm pregnant Spock." She said softly just as Spock felt a flutter of psyche from her womb.

His eyebrows shot up and his mouth dropped slightly. Eon could see his mind had just exploded. He bowed his head, resting his forehead against the crook of her neck. His hand remained in place on her womb while the other went to her spin to rub it up and down. Eon cradled his head with her hand while her other went to cover his over her womb. The sheer bliss that Spock sent into Eon's psyche made her smile, laugh and cry. Spock straightened, kissing her forehead and smiling. "You're going to be a father." She said softly.

"You are going to be a mother." He replied, kissing her forehead again.

The held each other, Eon silently crying while Spock started to smile. "We are going to have a child." He said.

Eon nodded. "We are going to have a child." Spock said louder, pulling away, his smile growing.

Eon laughed as he ran out of Sick Bay, shouting and smiling, "We are going to have a baby!"

Bones watched Spock run down the halls, shouting the news and making people stop in their tracks. He glanced at Eon and saw her happy crying. He smiled and started chuckling softly. "I take it he took it well." He said.

Eon nodded. "When can I go?" she asked, eager to get away from Sick Bay.

"Now I guess. Though take it easy alright? No fighting, running or … marriage rights for at least a week. And before you plan on doing any of these after the week is up, come in for a quick scan." Bones said.

Eon nodded and she stood, her legs a bit wobbly but she was able to stand. "Thank you Bones." She said, walking slowly out of Sick Bay.

People were still shocked by Spock's emotional outburst. She giggled as she walked by them. Rather than heading to their quarters, Eon headed to the bridge. When she entered, she saw Spock dancing with Uhura while everyone was laughing. "Spock." She said softly.

"My darling! My beloved!" he said, jogging over to her and grabbing her gently at the hips, picking her up and spinning her.

Now, even Eon was surprised. Spock kissed her and said, "Captain, I am requesting the rest of my day off to spend with my lovely Eon."

"Request granted." Kirk said, a huge smile on his face.

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The next day, Spock was back to his composed self, though his eyes were constantly smiling. Occasionally, he would smile slightly. Eon, however, was bubbling with excitement. She and a young nurse were put together for the duration of her pregnancy. The first few weeks were uneventful but when Eon first felt her baby kick, she practically ran to Spock. Not a word was spoken as she grabbed his hand away from his station and pressed it onto her slightly swollen belly. He furrowed his eyebrows until he felt the kick from their child. He placed both hands on her stomach and kissed her belly, making Eon giggle.

As the child grew larger, Bones did scans to check on the baby. Spock was right at her side when Bones brought up a grainy, black and white moving picture of their child. "It's a girl." Bone replied happily.

"Look Spock!" Eon said, pointing to the screen. "Look at her ears. She has ears like yours."

Indeed, the child had pricked ears. The couple continued to look at the short video, pointing out various features on their child: her small hands, dainty feet, round little body, and even a thick head of hair. After vigorous discussion, they decided to name their little girl T'Jera; the T coming from the Vulcan tradition of naming girls with a T and 'Jera' coming from an Old Saxon word meaning 'year'.

Yet, as she entered into her 6th month, Eon's ambassador duties demanded her presence. "I have to go Bones." Eon argued when Bones expressed his concerns. "Nurse Polly will be with me the whole time and this summit should not last a whole month. We will both be fine."

"Have you talked to Spock about this?" Bones asked.

"I haven't yet but he is not allowed to come with me. No one's spouse is." Eon said, questioning in her striking yellow eyes. "I'm only being allowed to bring Polly since I'm pregnant."

"What's the summit about?" Bones asked, crossing his arms.

"No idea." Eon replied, resting her hand on her swollen stomach. "None of the ambassadors are going to be told until we all arrive."

Bones cocked an eyebrow before giving strict instructions to Nurse Polly on Eon's wellbeing and maintenance. With one finally warning to keep her heart rate down and to keep off her feet, he signed off for her to be allowed to transport. Eon walked towards her quarters, knowing full well that Spock had just gotten off duty and was waiting for her. He had asked her to a romantic dinner earlier that day.

For all his logic, Spock was a natural born cooker and it delighted Eon to know end when her strange food cravings challenged his cooking expertise. Tonight, he had promised her penne pasta with tangerine chunks in pineapple sauce. Opening the door, Eon was greeted by the alluring aroma of cooking pasta. A small table had been set with a perfect white table cloth, a pair of cream candles burned, illuminating the dark room in a gentle light while fine china plates sat waiting for food. "Honey, I'm home." She sang as she entered, slipping off her shoes.

"Hello my t'hy'la." Spock said, stepping out from the small kitchen in a dark grey apron to greet her with a kiss. "And hello my ko-fu (daughter)." He greeted their unborn child, resting his warm hands on Eon's stomach.

He seated his wife before taking the plates and loading them with food. He then presented her with the warm meal. "Oh, T'Jera is excited for this Tar'cha." Eon said, rubbing the area where her baby had just kicked.

They began to eat in silence. "Something is bothering you Eon." Spock said, feeling her unease through their link.

Eon swallowed and brushed some of her midnight blue hair behind her ear. "Spock, I've been summoned by the Council to a summit." She explained, setting her fork down.

Spock followed suit. "When are you to leave?" he asked, his voice void of all emotion.

"As soon as possible." Eon said. "I was hoping to leave tomorrow afternoon."

Spock rested both hand on the table, palms pressed down. "I shall ask for permission to accompany you." He said, standing.

"Spock." She said, catching his arm as he walked passed her. "They aren't allowing anyone to bring spouses or attendants. I'm only allowed to bring Polly since I'm pregnant."

"It is too close." Spock said, taking her hand and pressing his palm to hers. "T'Jera is going to come any day."

"It's only been about 6 months Spock. Elysium women usually have a 7 to 8 month pregnancy. We will be fine." Eon soothed, touching his face and cupping his jaw.

"I do not wish for you to go Eon." Spock said softly, dropping to one knee.

"I don't want to go either, but I must Tar'cha." Eon replied.

He rested his head in the crook of her neck. Inhaling her wild scent, Spock held her in his arms. Though he was concerned over Eon and their child, he knew that there was nothing he could do to prevent Eon's going. So he just held her before they silently finished their dinner.

Eon and Polly beamed to the starship that would take them to the summit location. "Welcome Ambassador Eon. The U.S.S Troubadour is pleased to have you." The captain greeted them. "I am Captain Mathis. This is my First Officer, Commander Fisk, and the Troubadour's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Farn Theos."

Both the men greeted Eon politely. "If you will follow Ensign Howard, he'll give you a tour of the ship." Captain Mathis said.

"I thank you Captain but must decline. My doctor, Dr. McCoy, insisted that I take it very easy while I'm away." Eon said, gently touching her stomach.

"Ma'am, I went to medical school with Dr. McCoy. I am fairly certain he would kill me if I did not ensure that you are in perfect health while aboard." Dr. Theos said.

"Thank you doctor." Eon replied with a small smile.

Dr. Theos led the way to Sick Bay where his scans showed that both Eon and T'Jera were the picture of health. "I'll show you to your Quarters then." Dr. Theos said, leading them to a plush, vibrant green room. "If either of you need anything, please don't hesitate to call me."

Eon immediately contacted the Enterprise to let everyone know that they had arrived safely. "It's good that Theos is there. He's a great doctor." Bones said, smiling lightly.

After a brief conversation, Eon signed off to go get some rest. For all the urgency to gather, it was nearly 2 weeks before all the ambassadors had been collected and another 2 days to reach their summit location. Sarek spotted Eon from across the assembly hall and took the seat next to her. "Live long and prosper Ambassador Eon." Sarek greeted his daughter-in-law with the official Vulcan salute.

Eon smiled, returning the gesture. "Peace and long life Ambassador Sarek." She said with a smile, "Sopck has been teaching me the Vulcan salute." Eon explained and T'Jera let out a major kick, causing Eon to wince.

"Your child seems very active." Sarek noted.

"She always is." Eon replied with a sweet smile.

Sarek inclined his head in agreement. "Amanda often complained during her pregnancy with Spock." He said, earning a laugh from Eon.

"Apparently, I was also an active baby." She said, touching her stomach.

"Have you two already chosen a name?" Sarek asked, noting the glow from Eon.

She nodded. "T'Jera." Eon said and her baby kicked again. "I really hope this doesn't take very long. I'm due any day." She murmured.

Sarek's eyebrow shot up. However, before he could respond, the summit had begun. The ambassadors had all been kept in the dark until the agenda was presented to them in the assembly hall. Apparently, the underside of the universes had been murmuring about the Klingons planning something big against the Federation. The council was meeting to see what should be done. The ambassadors bantered back and forth about what to do, Eon keeping silent and watching the on goings. As the newest member of the council, she had no idea how much power her voice and opinion might carry. When an ambassador began to argue that a few starships be assigned to patrol the border between Federation space and the neutral zone, Eon stood. "I feel like I must disagree with you ambassador." She said loudly.

All eyes turned to her. "If a few starships were to patrol alone, any Klingon attack would lead to the loss of that ship and her crew. I suggest that all starship captains be informed of this rumor and be authorized to act in the best interest to preserve their ship if assaulted by the Klingons." She said, voicing her opinion.

The ambassadors talked a bit. "I must agree with Ambassador Eon." Sarek said, rising as well. "It is logical based on the information supplied to us."

With Sarek backing her play, her option was made into the procedure. She smiled at him when a sudden wetness ran down her legs. They glanced down. "Eon, we have to get you to a doctor." Sarek said hurriedly. "Your water just broke."

"Shit." She murmured as a painful contraction ripped through her.

She screamed and Sarek scooped her up as he legs collapsed out from under her. Security guards and Polly rushed over. "She is having her child now." Sarek said, carrying her out of the hall.

He carried her to Sick Bay and ordered a nurse to contact the Enterprise. "Captain Kirk, this is Nurse Maria Burrows." The nurse said hurriedly.

"What's going on Nurse Burrows?" Kirk asked.

"Well—" Nurse Burrows began but was cut off by a scream.

"Dear Dare, she's coming right now!" Eon screamed from the background.

"Ambassador Eon is having her child now and Ambassador Sarek is requesting Commander Spock be beamed aboard the Troubadour immediately." Nurse Burrows finished.

Kirk turned to say that Spock should go but the Vulcan had already sprinted to the turbolift. "He's on his way now." Kirk replied.

"DARE ABOVE!" Eon screamed from off-screen.

"Wish Eon luck from all of us. Kirk out." Kirk said, rubbing his ear from the ring from Eon's scream.

Spock rushed to the transporter room and hastily gave the coordinates to the transporter manager. He called for energize and beamed aboard the Troubadour. He was met by Ensign Howard and they rushed to Sick Bay. The door swished open. "Spock!" Eon cried, reaching for him.

"Father." Spock greeted Sarek, taking Eon's hand and squeezing it. "I thank you for caring for Eon in my absence."

Sarek inclined his head and went to walk away but Eon grabbed his forearm. "Don't go Sarek." She said, a smaller contraction cutting through her. "Amanda would never forgive you."

Sarek inclined his head and returned to her side. Dr. Theos entered, prepping Eon to deliver. "Alright, when I say push, you've got to push." He said, timing the contraction. "Push!"

Eon pushed, a yell escaping her lips, and she grasped Spock's hand and Sarek's forearm tighter as she pushed hard. "Good!" Dr. Theos said.

She relaxed but she looked very tired. "Push again!" Theos ordered.

Eon arched her back and pushed with all her might. "DARE HELP ME!" she screamed, not being able to push any more.

"I don't want any more children Spock." Eon said as Nurse Polly dabbed her sweaty forehead.

"Yes you will." Sarek said softly. "Amanda said the same thing when Spock was born."

Eon smiled weakly. "Push!" Theos said.

She screamed and held her forceful push and T'Jera slipped from her womb. Eon collapsed against the bed, exhausted. Theos cleaned T'Jera up, wrapped her and placed her onto Eon's chest. The small child cried loudly, her thick near black green hair hidden under a tiny pink hat. She looked up at Eon's face, her golden brown eyes gazing back at her yellow ones. "Hi there little T'Jera." Eon said softly and the baby girl stopped crying.

Spock gazed down at the little pink bundle in his wife's arms. He touched the blanket and Eon made a gesture for him to hold her. Spock hesitated. "You place your left hand under the infant's head and neck and your right hand under her bottom. Bring the baby close enough to your body so that her head can rest against your chest. Then carefully shift support of the baby's head from your left hand to your left arm. Slide your now free left hand down under the baby's bottom, taking the weight off your right." Sarek suddenly explained, making the proper motions.

Spock followed the instruction and held his daughter. T'Jera stared up at him and Spock felt his emotional control give out when Eon touched his hand. He softly handed her back to Eon and promptly left Sick Bay. "Do not be distressed Eon." Sarek said as the doors swished shut. "I too had to leave the room after holding Spock the first time. He is merely experiencing an overwhelming emotional experience. He should return shortly."

Eon cradled T'Jera close and kissed her forehead. "Thank you for everything Sarek." Eon said, looking up at him.

Sarek inclined his head. "Would you like to hold her?" Eon asked.

"I would very much like to." Sarek replied, taking his granddaughter and held her close.

T'Jera had fallen asleep rather quickly. Sarek looked down at her before handing her back and leaving the room. "Apparently Daddy wasn't the only one experiencing an emotional control break." Eon muttered, leaning against the bed and looking down at T'Jera.

She fell asleep, the nurses cleaning her up without waking her. Spock returned and silently climbed into the bed, holding Eon against him. He leaned his head against her damp hair. He too fell asleep. Sarek also returned but stopped short as he saw his son, his wife and child sleeping soundly. A soft smile hinted at his lips and he dimmed the lights before going to contact the Enterprise to inform them of their newest and youngest crew member.