[ Before when Kirk used his title to force answers out of Spock it had been in a situation critical to their work together on the Enterprise. Does it surprise him now that he would use it in this matter, divorced from the service? That is something he hadn't been able to predict with certainty. His captain is a devoted man, an excellent commander, but he has also set that aside for the well-being of his first officer more than once. ]
It is my duty to inform you when you are abusing your authority, [ he cuts back suddenly, voice uncharacteristically sharper as his hands unclasp from behind his back and instead linger unsteadily at his sides. ]
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It is my duty to inform you when you are abusing your authority, [ he cuts back suddenly, voice uncharacteristically sharper as his hands unclasp from behind his back and instead linger unsteadily at his sides. ]
... just as it is also my duty to respect it.