A/N: Authors note at the end.

KRONOS: 1200HRS:-

With the shuttle safe on Kronos, Uhura left the ship; leaving Eva alone with Jim and Spock. Eva looked down at her phaser and sighed, she'd hoped that Jim would've forgotten about the combat training. She was a fantastic fighter, but the nerves still had her captured. Of course Eva wanted to avenger her father, yet, was she really ready? After all, the blonde had only ever battled her instructor and that was almost three years ago. But, Eva was to be strong and collected if she intended to take-down John Harrison. The blonde had to be herself and show the world who Eva Pike really could be. Brushing her hair away, she shifted over to Jim and peered over the Captains shoulder.

"How is she doing?" Eva asked in hushed tones. Jim glanced up and sighed, turning his attention back to the Klingon's.

"I don't know... Well, I think? Don't you know Klingon? I vaguely remember you speaking it once, maybe when you were drunk?" Jim asked in a hushed tone, causing his Vulcan companion to 'tut' quietly. A loud, yet un-obnoxious chuckle escaped Eva's rosy-lips; whilst managing to grasp the captains chair. Eva then smiled softly and stood quickly, bringing the Captain and Vulcan to stare at Eva's sudden and rather abrupt actions. Leaning forwards, she pointed a finger towards the area where Uhura currently stood; a perfectly manicured-eyebrow raised in question.

"She needs help, Jim, we need to get out there." Eva proclaimed protectively, ever-so anxious about her friend outside of the ship. Jim nodded solemnly, taking a quick glance at Uhura before facing Eva once again.

"So, how much Klingon do you know again?" His question vague and repeated, Jim hoped to garner an answer from the blonde doctor.

"The minimum, that's all I know. 'How are you, Is this your child and Where is the nearest toilet?' I guess I'd call that the minimum." Taking an extended breath, the blonde stared back out at Uhura and the Klingons. "What's our plan of acti-"

Before Eva had the chance to ask her pending question, a large blast appeared from an unknown-source and managed to eliminate the Klingon about to stab Uhura. The remaining members of the team sprung into action, descending onto the rocky landing-bay; phasers at the ready. Obviously angered by the attack, the Klingon's behind Uhura began to fire and attack; causing the team to disintegrate quickly and efficiently. Eva sprinted to the nearest crate, raising the phaser towards a couple of Klingon's heading her way; she sighed contently, watching the savages fall to the floor. However, before she could breathe another sigh of relief, a large-scaly hand reached around and grabbed Eva by the neck. A gasp of air escaped Eva's mouth as she struggled to breathe. Soon, Eva's combat training began to kick in. Letting a strangled cry escape her throat, the blonde trashed her arm to reach the Klingon's silver dagger and snatched the object sharply. With no time to admire the artifact, Eva pushed the sharp object into the Klingon's stomach; finding herself free from the tight-hold and on the floor, gasping for air. Eva sat up abruptly, hearing another Klingon head her way; now was no time for weakness. On the other side of the strip, Jim and Spock stood fighting; whilst Uhura had her back to another set of Klingon's.

"Where's Eva?" She cried over the ruckus. Jim looked to Uhura, before noticing a bundle of blonde hair charging towards them; Klingon blood covering her torso. As Eva re-joined the group, each member noticed the new-figure currently firing at Spock. Eva and Uhura raised their phasers, firing them in harmony with each-other. The light shifted and the 'mystery' figure came closer, triggering an unknown sensation to enter Eva's now-frozen body. This was John Harrison, the man who killed Christopher Pike. Harrison walked towards the group, despite the constant fire heading in his direction. Spock was the first to speak.

"Stand down." He ordered sharply, whilst Harrison stared blankly at the Vulcan.

"How many torpedoes?"

The Captain shot Eva and Uhura an odd, questioning look; allowing Spock to continue his orders.

"Stand down."

Frustrated with the Vulcan's lack of cooperation, Harrison fired his gun towards Spock and sent the weapon he held flying. The angered man then turned back to Jim, who was being closely guarded by Eva.

"The torpedoes, the weapons you threatened me with in your message. How many are there?" He asked quickly, frustration evident in his tone. Spock glanced to Jim for reassurance, Harrison following the Captains gaze.

"Seventy-two." He replied calmly.

Harrison took a deep, lasting-breath and looked back towards the Captain. Eva watched in shock as Harrison replenished his weapon and proceeded to surrender. The Captain staggered to his feet, grabbing Eva as support; causing the doctor to sway slightly at the man's sudden-weight. Harrison watched the Captain curiously, but his gaze soon shifted onto the blonde gripping his side; she was something special, he could feel it.

"On behalf of Christopher Pike, my friend and loving father, I accept your surrender."

Just before Eva could stop him, Jim staggered from her hold and started a rain of punches upon John Harrison's face. However, the towering-man simply stood, gazing down at the Captain; obviously unfazed by the his sudden attempt at violence.

"Captain!" Eva called sternly. Jim refused to listen to his friend, continuing to fire punches onto the criminal. "Captain... Jim, stop." She tried again, this time successful in bringing her friend out from his revere.

Thunder rumbled in the distance, shaking Eva and causing a shiver to escape. Jim looked to Spock and nodded.

"Cuff him."

THE ENTERPRISE:- THE BRIG:- 1400HRS:

Walking quickly along the brightly-lit corridor, Eva struggled to keep up with her friends. Just as the trio neared the turbo-lift, a familiar and much-welcomed face appeared besides the group. The Southern doctor's heart sped up, thankful that Eva was alive and well. Eva peered up through her lashes, sending Bones a warm smile; a gesture which he reciprocated quickly. He raised an eye-brow at all of the blood covering Eva's torso, but the blonde waved Bones off; sending another reassuring smile. Jim and Bones quickly began to converse about Harrison's abilities, causing Eva to stifle a another hearty-laugh. As the group entered the area of Harrison's cell, the criminal's gaze landed upon Eva; watching as she walked side-by side with the older doctor. Bones was the closest to Harrison, holding a hypo-pen in his large hand and sending the criminal a challenging stare.

"Put your arm through the hole." He commanded and to the groups surprise, Harrison complied without a word; his gaze, however, still lingering upon Eva. "I'm gonna take a blood sample."

The Southern doctor had noticed Harrison's fixation upon Eva, but chose not to act on his instinct to protect her; there was no point in making a scene. Harrison began to speak, causing both doctors to protest; however, were silenced by Jim. Bones felt a hand reach for his bicep, he noticed that Eva had moved closer to him. They shared a worrying look, before exiting the room; sending their 'goodbyes' to Jim and Spock. Once out in the corridor and into a bubble of privacy, Eva launched herself into Bones' strong arms. Bones reciprocated the hug by wrapping his arms around Eva's waist, feeling the blonde nuzzle into his neck.

"I was worried about you darlin'. Out there, with all of those slimy bastards." He started, his voice a little-panicked. Eva moved to face 'her doctor' and placed a soothing hand upon his cheek, leaning closer to his face.

"O-One of the Klingons... The bastard got me by the neck. I wanted to be anywhere but Kronos. When I saw Harrison, I just wanted to cry and scream; yet, I knew that I had to be stronger than that Leo." She whispered softly. Bones looked down to examine Eva's neck and sighed, noticing the bruising that she'd received.

"It's alright to be scared, Eva. Hell, even I get scared sometimes; especially when you go on missions like this."

Eva moved to reply, but was interrupted by the arrival of Captain Kirk, wearing his smuggest grin. Jim looked from Eva to Bones and smirked, knowing exactly what walked in-to. Instead of replying, Eva pressed a soft-kiss to Bones' cheek and sent a tired-glare over at Jim, before heading off towards her living quarters; The two men watched as Eva dispersed around the corner. Jim clapped Bones on the back and smirked smugly.

"One day Bones, one day."

Bones could only hope so.

THE ENTERPRISE:- THE BRIG:- 2200HRS:

That night, Eva could hardly sleep. The day's events had seemed to catch-up with the blonde and some-how, made her extremely restless. Putting it down to the man sleeping in the brig, Eva decided that whilst the majority of the crew slept, she'd pay Harrison a visit. Sneaking past the guard wasn't an issue, as there hadn't been one there. The brig was cold and silent, an eerie chill creeped up her spin as she neared Harrison's glass-cage.

"What a pleasant surprise."

Eva froze, standing before the man who so-mercilessly killed her father. She wore no expression, no sign that gave any hope of joy or pleasantness. The taller-man leaned towards to glass, staring at the blonde.

"What brings you here, Doctor Pike?" He drawled slowly. Eva looked to ground and rather abruptly, met the mans gaze.

"You think that you're clever, don't you? Well buddy, it's not working on me. If you even so move a muscle out of this cell, I won't hesitate to kill you."

"The thing is, Doctor Pike, I know that I'm clever and I believe that about you too. Your Captain wouldn't listen, but I think that you will." Harrison murmured sternly. Eva let a manic laugh escape her lips, an incredulous look appearing on her features.

"Do you really believe I'll listen to the man who murdered my father? You're only proving my point pal." Eva spat back, a menacing fire in her blue-orbs.

Harrison leaned closer to Eva and smirked wickedly, knowing that he was getting to the blonde doctor.

"I saw you, back on Kronos. Fighting off those Klingons' with the same passion in your eyes. People on this ship will die, if you do-not listen to me. Your Captain, the Vulcan... Even your pretty Southern doctor. You like playing the hero, guess what? It's time to be a hero, Eva."

Eva stood motionless, allowing Harrison's words to sink in. Was he right? Their gazes met once more and Eva stepped forwards, feeling a bit-braver.

"You see, Harrison... That's the difference between you and I. Sure, I have flaws and I'm nowhere near perfect, but I play the hero because I want to make a difference in the world. Where-as people like you, they just want to watch the world burn. No matter what you say, you'll always crave chaos and anarchy. That's the difference, right there."

The smirk fell from Harrison's face, as Eva smiled pleasantly and stepped away from the cell. Just before Eva could exit the cold room, Harrison's voice echoed around the place once more.

"Khan... My name is Khan."

A/N: I'M SO SORRY. IT'S BEEN FAR TOO LONG SINCE THE LAST UPDATE. I HOPE YOU ENJOYED THIS AND AGAIN, I'M SORRY FOR THE LATENESS.