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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[ 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. ]