A/N As always, no profit, no gain.

On a completely different level, I must apologize for the inferior writing of these latest postings. As you might have read my mother passed last month and I believe the weeks prior to that occurrence did affect me quite deeply so hopefully I will come 'up to snuff' shortly.

My dialogue has been characterized as Mary Sueish, (I do so dislike 'Mary Sues'. So being reduced to that level of writing is a 'wake up call'.)

The question that is afoot about 'bad motives' on Spock and his parent's part will be addressed in this chapter. In addition, when I first expanded this original 'Fan Fluff' story I explained that there were many stories that explored Spock and Nyota's classroom settings, Terran and Vulcan family settings, etc. If it is a disappointment to some that Nyota's parents are not more actively involved in this story, please accept my apology. Of course, it is possible there could be a six month gag order involved with new recruits-no symbolically 'running to Mommy and Daddy' until this time is up. So far in this story, there is still a few weeks before that six month period is completed.

Although, these explanation might not clear every complaint, I hope that some will continue to read, while others will decide it is not worth their effort. Either way, I will attempt to complete the story which will visit Spock and Nyota outside the classroom on various occasions and will end with Spock appearance at Nyota's graduation.

Botsey

When You Wish Upon A Star

Chapter Twenty four

Welcome to the Family

Spock leaned forward and touched Nyota's face. Her eyes widened,

"What was that Spock?"

"That was me seeking you, Nyota."

"This is not going to be like 'hide and seek' is it?

"I am unfamiliar with that phrase."

"It is a child's game where several children hide and one of them looks for them. Spock, you know I will never be allusive, you will always be able to find me."

Sarek and Amanda appeared on screen positioned similarly to Spock and Nyota. There was no expression on either one of their faces. Through their bond, Sarek said,

"Spock, Nyota will be added to our bond by reason of the fact she will be joined with you. We too will be able to be sure of her safety and act in a protective way toward her. This will be especially necessary during the time that you are no longer on Terra.

Spock revealed to Nyota why his parents are on Vulcan, transmitting a message, seated on their floor. He reminded Nyota of their discussion at an earlier time about the family bond and its purpose.

"Nyota, you remember our discussion about why I am so determined to establish this bond."

She nodded.

"My parents are present in order to direct us."

Addressing Nyota, Sarek said, "From this point you will be our daughter in anticipation of the addition of the marriage bond in the future. You will not be privy to our thoughts, as we will not be allowed to seek out yours. Basically, this bonding is just going to insure us of your safety until the time that Spock takes on that role completely as your bondmate. Limited communication will also be possible. May I suggest that you both reposition yourselves in order that the com screen is clearly visible. Nyota, Amanda will show the hand positions necessary for you, and I will show Spock his. Is that clear?"

"Yes," both of them answered.

"This will not take a long time, but it can be physically draining. You might require a period of sleep after we have completed this bonding. Spock, you will remain in your quarters during this time. Please place Nyota in ours."

In Sarek's wisdom he made that determination. He did not want his son envisioning Nyota in his quarters, in his bedroom, in his bed after she has left the premises. It would, of course, be a natural progression in his already compromised emotional state. This was not the time for any, to use the Terran expression, 'slip ups'.

"Please follow our hand placements and posture," was Sarek's instruction.

"Wife attend."

With that request, Amanda leaned forward, toward her husband. He then placed his hands on her meld points. Through their familial bond, Spock heard,

'I will bring your thoughts to me, once your have secured Nyota's. Now position your hands on Nyota points and draw in her surface thoughts. As Spock touched her face, Nyota's eyes snapped shut and she leaned into him. Spock was able to observe that his father breathed deeply and he 'heard,'

"We are one. The bond is stable."

It was then that Spock heard a new 'hum,' a completely different frequency from his parents. He visualized it as a twinkling star and his mind whispered, 'Nyota?'

With a tone of wonder she silently replied, "Yes Spock, I am here.'

Her eyes opened and she sent,

"Thank you family, this is most wondrous."

Amanda then sent to her husband and son,

"I will test our bond by having a 'one on one' with my 'daughter'. You two go somewhere and figure out an especially difficult equation while we 'talk'.

The 'conversation' flowed effortlessly,

"My dear, did this action on my son's part surprise you?"

'Yes, Amanda, but he did explain the degree of angst he experienced when he observed certain unacceptable conduct toward me during class hours.'

'More is involved, My Dear. There was also an negative experience that occurred right there in the Embassy. I will not give you any of the particulars, just suffice it to say he acted as your champion and protected your honor. The offending Vulcan has been removed from the Embassy staff and will be re-trained and re-assigned.'

'Oh Dear,"

Amanda observed her friend's eyes grow wide.

"I hope it was not physical."

"No, my dear, fortunately he did not repeat the actions he had taken years ago as a school boy. In that case, he was defending my honor."

As Amanda had expected, her narration had raised Nyota's estimation of her son's worth. She then send to Nyota,

'This bond does not take the place of our com units. It basically is used for assurance of one another's emotional and physical well being.'

Smiling she also sent, 'So, you see, I am not prepared to receive pages and pages of transmission through our bond, the Embassy Unit is still our choice for communicating ideas, and extensive thoughts.'

Nyota was amazed that through the bond she could smile, Amanda felt it and returned the emotion. Amanda stated that Spock would instruct her on how to use the shields that were inherent to this relationship and then she closed with, "Welcome to the family."

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Sarek had been right. Shortly after the actual bonding Nyota felt very light headed, like she was floating. Spock sensed it right away,

"Nyota, this is what my father alluded to-the very human need to rest after this was accomplished. Please accompany me. He stood and then reached down to assist Nyota by grasping her elbow. She followed him as he opened the double doors that led to a very large simply furnished room. The only piece of furniture that was not simple and sturdy was a plush couch with many throw pillows.

Spock gestured and said,

"The bed or the couch is available for your use. I shall retire to my rooms. There is a intercom unit on the table by the bed, please contact me once you have awaken. I will make sure that nourishment will be available for your consumption."

Nyota thought to herself, 'Perhaps the walls of this place fostered formality.' She noticed that with Spock's absence the flickering light dimmed considerably. She sat on the couch and put her head back and within seconds, she was asleep.

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Spock had entered his quarters and settled himself in front of his asenoi, closed his eyes and immediately saw Nyota's light and then sunk deeper into meditation. He remained that way for two hours, seven minutes and thirty-seven seconds. As he lifted himself up through the layers of meditation he opened his eyes, just as the light of his intercom unit start to blink. It was voice activated so he responded,

"Nyota, was your rest productive?"

"I am fine."

To his surprise, as Nyota talked her light flickered in synchronization. Spock contacted the kitchen and requested that cheeses, fruits and breads be brought to the dinning room on the main floor. They entered the dinning room to observe that the food had been set up on the buffet and Spock brought Nyota to a chair and brought her up to the table. The trays were then transferred to the table and he thought it was appropriate for him to help Nyota's plate.

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After the meal Spock questioned Nyota,

"Have you recovered?"

"Yes, totally."

"I wish to instruct you in introducing and maintaining a shield or block so that the bond is not active. This is available for use at any time. In my case when I meditate, my shields are not active. You might find it advantageous to do likewise when you are deep in study. Placing his index finger at his right temple he thinks, 'activate' and it is so. He watched as Nyota did likewise and then smiled,

It seemed to work.

"To disarm, just think it."

"Now I want to let you see how you can identify who is attempting to contact you. It is like a code-Sarek's code is a two second hum, Amanda's a higher pitch hum for three seconds and mine, the lowest pitch, study with no break."

It was now well past midnight.

It is now quite late and so Spock addressed her, "Nyota, the decision is yours. These quarters and garments for sleeping are available for your use, as is the clothing sanitizer. Or if not I could have you taken back to the Academy."

Pursing her lips she made the decision to return to her room. She would call ahead so that her roommate would have time to clear the room of any male companions that she had brought in for 'social studies'.

As she entered her dorm room she heard Spock's voice, 'Nyota, I hope you have a productive rest period.' and she returned, 'Thank you Spock.'.

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