Sarek and Dansk
Chapter Eighteen
As the group disbanded Sarek and Spock escorted T'Pau to her rooms. She turned to the two males and said,
"My sons, I have examined the clan's children. They are a credit to the V'tosh.
Addressing Spock she said,
"I have come to a decision in regard to your t'dahsular s'ka-yu-mur, (identical twin) sons, Kov and Xon. Both of them together are an immoveable force. For that reason, they will make V'tosh history as sharing jointly the ambassadorial robe. Son of my son, they will succeed you. it is my desire to see this with my own eyes."
After walking away she then turned, and inquired of Spock,
"Has your son Kov experienced the koon-ul?" (bonding at seven years of age)
Spock answered,
"No, honored mother. My bondmate and I determined that the Telan t'Kanlai (bonding of children) is obsolete in the time we now live. Our healer, Ka'nu has relegated that as no longer necessary for the preservation of the V'tosh male or the repopulation of the Vulcan people."
T'Pau continued,
"How long has he been exhibiting the Vulcan male's instinctive nature toward his prospective bondmate?"
"Before he was even self-moble, (crawling) he sought out her hand and would insist on touching her and continuing to do so. From an early age, he has been her instructor. In her presence, by touch, he is in constant telepathic connection with her. Great Mother, have you ever observed such a phenomena?"
"Yes. Such was your grandfather's attachment to me. The families did not decide on the koon'ul (seven year bonding) or with whom he would bond, he did. Spock, son of my son, I foresee that eventually you will a walk in the shadow of your two sons' greatness."
Spock nodded in understanding and commented,
"They will both receive the seal and anointing after me?"
"Son of my son, the three of you will receive it at the same time. Our family's greatness will become even more legendary."
Spock then spoke again,
"Great Mother, is there a law that requires that an Ambassador's service be terminated only at death?
T'Pau responded,
"That is the traditional view."
Spock continued,
"But not part of shall we say, 'the job description.'"
She responded,
"That is true."
"So then, at any time he makes a decision to pass on the robe, my father may do so, and in turn, I may relinquish them to my sons as I see fit?"
"It is a new concept, but not against Vulcan law, just against accepted tradition."
Spock nodded.
After silently conferring with Nyota he extended an invitation,
"Great Mother, my bondmate and I wish to extend to you the wish for you to 'be refreshed by our water and share last meal under our roof. Our family and the Betazoid ambassador and his bondmate will also be present. It would be an honor if you would accept this invitation.
"I will visit and observe," was T'Pau's response.
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Spock visited the embassy kitchen and requested that the cook prepare the main course, and have it transported to his house. Nyota would prepare the plo'meek soup and fruit salad. He did not wish to have her overly taxed in her condition. He sent the information to Nyota who immediately asked if they could leave immediately so she could prepare the soup and for that matter the house, for such an important guest.
Spock knew that their house was always 'guests ready' but he agreed.
Nyota asked Rachel and Sirin to bring T'Paal and their children home. The response
was
'That will not present a problem.'
Spock sent to his father,
"Nyota and I will return to our home to prepare for this evening's activity. I shall contact Drevi and Bettie and extend to them the invitation."
Once Nyota was harnessed into her seat and Spock had settled into his, she asked,
"When were you going to tell me?"
"I have been monitoring our daughter's development since conception. With the twins and Keras'* conception, at which time you were immediately informed. However, when I reviewed the sameness of those occurrences, I determined that this action would be a diversion from what had been our previous experiences with our sons. I determined, for our daughter, I would allow you to find out about her presence, the Terran way."
Of course, his flawless, logical, and personal reasons for his action touched her and she reached over with her fingers extended in the position for the ohk'estra and sent,
"Your reasoning is sound."
Once they crossed the threshold Nyota sent,
'We have quite a bit of time to prepare for this evening.'
Spock took the bait and lifted her up and carried her towards their bedroom, as shesmiled and played with his hair.
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T'Paal had spent the majority of the time at the embassy with Sorin. He sat in a chair
facing her and listened to her narration.
"Sorin, my son, I will reveal to you first your relationship to everyone who has gathered here today.
First of all, The Great Mother who has monitored you since you were born. She selected the family who would adopt you and nurture you and has insured that you received the best education possible—she is your ezyet, (aunt) your father's sister. She chose your name to honor her brother. Her son, Osu Sarek is your sa-kre (male cousin) as is his son, Spock and his family. Hakansu (Healer) Sirin, is your father's brother's son, and is also your sa'kre . His father has cast him off. His fellow healer, Lo'vaak and his family are related because Sarek made them part of this family tomasu by k'war'ma'khon (close as family but not related by blood).
After your father's accidental death, The Great Mother saved my life in more than one way. With the bond with your father severed, my only desire was to join him in death. From his death until your delivery, I lived only because of you. I gave you up because of the Vulcan concept that every child should be raised in a family that is whole, with two parents to instruct them in The Way of Vulcan.
I once told your cousin Nyota that if my son had stood by my side, I would not have known him. I did not anticipate that your appearance would so mirror your father's, and that you would have received at least one physical manifestation of my presence in your DNA. I thank the Great Mother for this uniting. I now look forward to witnessing your bonding and an eventual continuance of both of your fathers' lines.
Sorin, took his mother's hands and kissed her palms and said,
"Amsetri tre eh Sorin." (Your presence will honors us and ME).