A/N As usual, no profit. Only o/c are mine, the others are like library books, borrowed.
Now 'down to brass tacks,' although the initial K rating is still basically true, because of this and subsequent chapters dealing with intimacy, I am changing the rating to T+. There will not be anything graphic in these coming chapters, but there will be a change in conversation and a descriptive piece after the bonding. Thank you for reading.
Chapter Thirty seven
Vulcan Biology 101
When You Wish Upon A Star
Early in the day the Embassy's multi-communications board was lit up with incoming contacts. Sarek's office assistant had been instructed to screen all calls carefully. He was aware that the majority of the calls would be inquiries about the presence of T'Pau on Terra. If it had been an official visit, there would have been a Terran security force escorting the Vulcan vehicle and it would have been a media circus. As it was, the vehicle itself was like an armored tank and this visit was not common knowledge.
At exactly 0900 hours the Federation President, The Honorable Akei Lmmurr was present at the Embassy's anteroom. His entourage included his secretary, public relations and press coordinator, and three unnamed, untitled individuals. Sarek was certain that these persons had come with the express desire to just get a glimpse of T'Pau, her reputation always proceeded her-the only person who had refused a seat on the Federation Board. A position of great power and prestige.
Sarek's aide summoned the president to his office. Pleasantries were exchanged and within a few minutes, the private entrance to his office opened and T'Pau entered and seated herself on the ornate chair in front of the office's large window. The president came forward and bowed low,
"Your presence on Terra honors us. How may I be of service to you, Honorable T'Pau."
Gesturing for him to take a nearby seat she asked, "Are you bounded or married, Honorable President?"
Not quite sure where such a question would lead he answered,
"Yes, I am." Then just to make sure this was not some sort of match-making scheme he added, "Very
happily so."
Although she already knew the answer she inquired,
"Where is your mate now?"
"She is on our home planet supervising our children's education."
"Are you satisfied with that arrangement?"
"No Madam, my mate is sorely missed."
"I believe the Terran expression is you are experiencing 'separation anxiety.'"
"Yes, I too think that is a correct description."
"Then you would sympathize with others with this same problem?"
"Certainly, it is a debilitating circumstance."
T'Pau agreed, "That is a true assessment?"
"It is, very much so."
"Let me lay this narrative before you. I am in contact with two persons who have just experienced a long period of separation. They are not bonded, but were promised to one another at an early age. They are desperate not to experience the loss of their companionship ever again. But, there is one road block, a law that does not exist on Vulcan, a restriction that would have no application under this roof. Would it be acceptable for these two to bond and share a bed on foreign soil?"
"I can think of no hindrance to this action.".
"I concur, especially in view of The Prime Directive-we must not interfere with the development or carrying out of a civilizations' government, decision making, customs, or relationships, unless they are destructive."
With those words, T'Pau clapped her hands and Spock and Nyota entered, dressed in their Star Fleet Uniforms.
Her introduction, "President Lmmurr, meet my son's son and the one promised to him from early childhood. You will notice their attire, are you familiar with the workings of that institution and its ruling about relationships between student and instructor?"
All of a sudden, Lmmurr knew where this questioning was leading. He knew it was within his power to provide political immunity to this couple and free them from any repercussion from their joining. That was why T'Pau was here, to secure those rights for her grandson and his intended. Her line of reasoning was flawless and her pointed question, touched emotions. She was in fact the ultimate interrogator and diplomat.
T'Pau continued, "Be assured, they will not flaunt this relationship and will only act as bonded mates under this roof. Their public persona will remain the same. They are both of age, Nyota Uhura, the female has two more years before she graduates from Star Fleet Academy. The male, Spockh, is an instructor at that institution and they have documented every action taken that resulted in a grading to prove their has been no fraternization. I have mind melded with the female and there is no deception or deceit in their relationship. They would not have been able to hide that from me. In view of what I have presented, and considering the prime directive what is the decision you feel would lead to the resolution of this problem."
"I will advise the Academy of my ruling to allow these two to bond here and still continue in their positions and enrollment at the Academy. The Federation is honored to be of service to Vulcan and to you Honorable T'Pau."
Sarek had been an observer of these events and had never been more grateful for his lineage.
At that point, Spock had placed his arm around Nyota's waist and she had allowed her tears to fall. He turned her so they faced each other and she was pulled into a tight embrace, their foreheads touched.
Sarek sent, "It was favorably settled. Wife attend, bring in Benjamin and M'muba."
Within seconds, almost as if they had been eavesdropping at the door, the three of them entered the room. and Introductions were made. The president then made this request of T'Pau, "Would it be possible to have my press secretary take a holo-pic of the three of us, Sarek, you and myself?"
"In view of coming events, I will lower my guard against such public displays." Which was in fact the T'Pau equivalent of "Yes".
The press secretary was called in, the pics taken. T'Pau then said to the president, "You are invited to witness the ceremony, it will be at 'last light' in two days. Please advise the school chancellor that if he so desires he may also be present.
T'Pau then addressed Spock, "You must prepare yourself for the bonding. You will not see Nyota for forty-eight hours. As she rose from her seat she said to Nyota, "Child attend."
The actions taken by T'Pau were the equivalent of a dismissal. Nyota then followed her almost grandmother out of the room.
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T'Pau led Nyota to her private rooms. Once they entered, T'Pau gestured to indicate where she wanted Nyota to be seated.
"You will spend the next forty-eight hours away from Spock. During this time you will be educated in the ways of a Vulcan wife. Please say your good-byes to your father and mother. When you see them again it will be at the bonding ceremony and then you will leave immediately to service your bond mate's needs. There is no way we can determine that length of time."
With the back of her hand she lifted Nyota's face and said, "I anticipate many beautiful great-grand children. My grandson has chosen well, intellect and beauty."
Nyota left and visited her parents and Amanda and Sarek and revealed T'Pau's instructions. Amanda took her hand and said,
"You are not being singled out, every bride receives this instruction from the family matriarch. Listen to her the actions of your bondmate will be explained to you."
Once she returned to T'Pau this comment was made, "After seeing your minds I am able to determine that you are very familiar with the Vulcan Way. You and Spock have shared many thoughts and activities whose roots are in the thinking and activities of Vulcans. You have prepared food, meditated, enjoyed music and literature together. But now I will explain to you what intimacy means to the Vulcan male.
Your limited experience with a Vulcan male has been with Spockh, who has a human side. But you have been able to observe that despite a common misconception, Vulcans are an extremely passionate race. As touch telepaths, intimacy is not only a physical experience, it initially is a mental linking between bondmates. The next step would be the males arousal, which is physically manifested. The male's next step would be his physical efforts to bring his bondmate to that same state. Finally there is the coupling. The only time the male will not be dominant in this matter is if there is a hormonal imbalance.
There is a possibility that Spockh will never experience the imbalances that are visited upon a full Vulcan every seven years. The event is called Pon Farr and it renders the Vulcan male unable to function as a logical being. In this state all of his decision are made outside his normal perimeters. It is considered a Vulcan wife's privilege to preserve the life of her beloved one. For without the services of his aduna, the Vulcan males would die. At this time the aduna is dominant.
Nyota's eyes had widened and T'Pau stated, "Child, consider this your first class in Vulcan biology.