(yes, always. but first, tell me your plan to touch my arm and we'll see how much manna that alone generates.)
And yet it's the most accurate word I can think to use at the moment.
This whole Synchrony business is unreliable. We both benefit from routine, so why don't we discuss the possibility of a schedule? In the interim, I'd like to find a more lucrative line of work.
Shuttling civilians, maybe. Have you found anything to do?
(piloting a shuttle is way easier than driving a car. hrm.....)
[ No I can't – just verbalizing that would get us a ton of money and I don't know if I'm ready to confront that reality. ]
Are you suggesting a Synchrony routine or a routine set apart from this limitation? [ Calling it a limitation somehow makes it easier to discuss. Thinking about why is equally unwise. ]
What I have found to do is committing myself wholly to my work on scanners and possible offworld transportation for us. I can, however, divide my time between this assignment and civilian labor if you believe it prudent.
We're not accustomed to dealing with currencies of any kind, so it'd make more sense for us to have a lot of it. We must be able to afford any equipment and materials you need for the scanners.
(and for heartier meals. his nuisance stomach growls.)
A Synchrony routine would pay off. Generating manna is provably the quickest way to make a lot of currents. If we're not doing that, then we should be finding high-paying positions in this society.
[ The "but" here is unavoidable, as much as he wishes it weren't. Of all days, today he should be supportive and alleviate his captain's burdens. ]
I am ill-positioned to prepare such a schedule. I would advise you be placed in charge of determining such matters.
In the meantime, I am willing to review your resume and also write my own. It will be useful for us to obtain a sample from the local populace so that we might know the fashion in which they prepare them here.
I understand, Spock. I'll take care of it, but you must approve the schedule for it to take effect.
(he won't go pressuring him into an amount that will make him uncomfortable. if an issue arises that involves him directly, kirk has another point ready: synchrony can happen with anyone. so long as they stick to the schedule, it doesn't matter who they generate manna with.
never mind that that thought sits strangely in his chest.)
Let's take a look at prospective positions this evening. That way we can tailor our qualifications to suit the place of employment.
I am prepared to accept my duties as they are, Captain, regardless of my views on the ease of their performance. If there are unforeseen difficulties, I will inform you at that time.
[ To anyone else it might seem cold to refer to an embrace or deep connection as a "duty", but he has never feared misunderstanding from Kirk. Certainly it occurs, but that is something they speak of logically and calmly until they come to an agreement. This, he believes, will not even require that. ]
Are you not then fully settled upon the driver position?
(to kirk, the message is entirely expected. if it'd said anything different, his brow might've creased in concern, but it's his own indecision that causes the furrow.
hrm.)
I would appreciate that, thank you. Let's hope there are none.
Unfortunately, they won't allow Gembonded to apply for government positions just yet; the idea of becoming a driver was a fall-back plan. The freedom is appealing, and I wouldn't have to chase down any more bugs, but I question the job's usefulness.
I would sooner trust our futures to our own efforts than to hope.
[ His own way of reaffirming his resolve and communicating as much to his captain.
... his well-meaning, noble, terrible driver of a captain. ]
Are you asking for my suggestions for jobs to which you are better-suited or suggestions for ways in which you can improve as a driver before you take this ill-advised position?
At present, I'm not asking for your suggestions for self-improvement, no.
(my pride.............. obliterated on my own birthday)
I wouldn't be on solid ground, Spock, this is a shuttle "driver" position. In other words, I'd be a pilot. If you have other job recommendations, I'll hear them, but Sigma Iotia II is not the topic of discussion.
It'd be a wonderful opportunity to learn more about gem society through the eyes of their new generation.
(children and adolescents see a lot more than adults give them credit for. still, the prospect of educating bright, young minds again is appealing without their ulterior motives, however pure those may be. when spock's right, he's right.)
When I made the suggestion I had envisioned you teaching individuals comparable in age to Starfleet cadets. When you speak of a new generation, are you referring instead to children?
[ Not that it makes any considerable difference. In Spock's logical, objective, unbiased opinion, individuals of any age would benefit from his captain's tutelage. ]
They may not allow me to teach an older age group. We're Gembonded, temporary members of their society. A child's mind is easily influenced, but I imagine they'd sooner have me teaching them basics. It's harder to reeducate a young adult if something in their lessons goes awry.
This is all conjecture, of course. I haven't the faintest idea.
Perhaps an advanced learners course for adults more fully developed and less easily swayed by unknown outworlders.
[ Which, while a serious suggestion, has its own tiny hint of good-natured banter. Perhaps it's just difficult for him to listen to his captain downplaying any level of his skill or the faith that others should have in him. Perhaps. ]
ETA four minutes twenty-six seconds. I will be ready to engage in chess when you are able.
Noted and logged, Mr. Spock, and I've left all mention of your facetiousness out of it. Let's each of us work hard to get home before any serious indoctrination can occur.
(his smile could light up a room. the effect is provided by chrysos, the apothecan system's sun, who sheds its yellow warmth across the chess table he sits at in anticipation. it'll suit spock, who's had to tolerate their average living temperatures; kirk, who's always "blessed" with a hot summer day, will manage.
just for one day, let them experience no disturbance in their schedules. let them stay a little while longer—not as captain and commander, but as man and man—when the longing for his ship is dormant and his desire for a friend's company has reached its apogee.)
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I can't eat another salad.
(I WILL FAINT IN THE STREET)
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I am doing what I can presently, Captain. When we have obtained more funds, I will return to the store.
[ Do you want to meet me for a hug or something. ]
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And yet it's the most accurate word I can think to use at the moment.
This whole Synchrony business is unreliable. We both benefit from routine, so why don't we discuss the possibility of a schedule? In the interim, I'd like to find a more lucrative line of work.
Shuttling civilians, maybe. Have you found anything to do?
(piloting a shuttle is way easier than driving a car. hrm.....)
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Are you suggesting a Synchrony routine or a routine set apart from this limitation? [ Calling it a limitation somehow makes it easier to discuss. Thinking about why is equally unwise. ]
What I have found to do is committing myself wholly to my work on scanners and possible offworld transportation for us. I can, however, divide my time between this assignment and civilian labor if you believe it prudent.
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(and for heartier meals. his nuisance stomach growls.)
A Synchrony routine would pay off. Generating manna is provably the quickest way to make a lot of currents. If we're not doing that, then we should be finding high-paying positions in this society.
I even drafted a new resume for myself.
(he's pretty proud of it, actually............)
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[ The "but" here is unavoidable, as much as he wishes it weren't. Of all days, today he should be supportive and alleviate his captain's burdens. ]
I am ill-positioned to prepare such a schedule. I would advise you be placed in charge of determining such matters.
In the meantime, I am willing to review your resume and also write my own. It will be useful for us to obtain a sample from the local populace so that we might know the fashion in which they prepare them here.
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(he won't go pressuring him into an amount that will make him uncomfortable. if an issue arises that involves him directly, kirk has another point ready: synchrony can happen with anyone. so long as they stick to the schedule, it doesn't matter who they generate manna with.
never mind that that thought sits strangely in his chest.)
Let's take a look at prospective positions this evening. That way we can tailor our qualifications to suit the place of employment.
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[ To anyone else it might seem cold to refer to an embrace or deep connection as a "duty", but he has never feared misunderstanding from Kirk. Certainly it occurs, but that is something they speak of logically and calmly until they come to an agreement. This, he believes, will not even require that. ]
Are you not then fully settled upon the driver position?
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hrm.)
I would appreciate that, thank you. Let's hope there are none.
Unfortunately, they won't allow Gembonded to apply for government positions just yet; the idea of becoming a driver was a fall-back plan. The freedom is appealing, and I wouldn't have to chase down any more bugs, but I question the job's usefulness.
Any suggestions?
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[ His own way of reaffirming his resolve and communicating as much to his captain.
... his well-meaning, noble, terrible driver of a captain. ]
Are you asking for my suggestions for jobs to which you are better-suited or suggestions for ways in which you can improve as a driver before you take this ill-advised position?
[ Guess who's not holding back, SHUTTLE OR NO ]
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(my pride.............. obliterated on my own birthday)
I wouldn't be on solid ground, Spock, this is a shuttle "driver" position. In other words, I'd be a pilot. If you have other job recommendations, I'll hear them, but Sigma Iotia II is not the topic of discussion.
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[ ... well. Logically– ]
You have been a teacher before, Captain. Perhaps you might revisit the occupation during our time here.
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It'd be a wonderful opportunity to learn more about gem society through the eyes of their new generation.
(children and adolescents see a lot more than adults give them credit for. still, the prospect of educating bright, young minds again is appealing without their ulterior motives, however pure those may be. when spock's right, he's right.)
I'll take a look at any preexisting listings.
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[ Not that it makes any considerable difference. In Spock's logical, objective, unbiased opinion, individuals of any age would benefit from his captain's tutelage. ]
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This is all conjecture, of course. I haven't the faintest idea.
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[ Which, while a serious suggestion, has its own tiny hint of good-natured banter. Perhaps it's just difficult for him to listen to his captain downplaying any level of his skill or the faith that others should have in him. Perhaps. ]
ETA four minutes twenty-six seconds. I will be ready to engage in chess when you are able.
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(his smile could light up a room. the effect is provided by chrysos, the apothecan system's sun, who sheds its yellow warmth across the chess table he sits at in anticipation. it'll suit spock, who's had to tolerate their average living temperatures; kirk, who's always "blessed" with a hot summer day, will manage.
just for one day, let them experience no disturbance in their schedules. let them stay a little while longer—not as captain and commander, but as man and man—when the longing for his ship is dormant and his desire for a friend's company has reached its apogee.)
I'll put some tea on. See you soon.
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I will see you shortly.
[ /gay fin. ]