Chapter Seventy
Of Romulan and Warrior Kings By Botsey
Chapter Seventy
Of Romulan and Warrior Kings We Await You
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t always fascinated him that her belly was like an oven compared to the rest of her body. Whatever adjustments she had to make to tolerate this additional physical change she had accomplished without complaint. It had never been determined why the twins’ DNA showed their physiology was three quarter Vulcan. Thus as their bodies grew, their temperature would mirror his, several degrees higher than their mother. Although his research had indicated that possible mood swings could accompany a human pregnancy, his Nyota never displayed any negative emotions toward him; she weathered whatever discomfort was involved with “ K’diwa, expressions of wonder and gratitude.
tions). With that thought in his mind she was able to see their children clear, almost like a holopic as they held each other’s hand. The look of wonderment on his wife’s face was breathtaking. It was at that point that he knew for a certainty that no experiment, discovery, program or exploration could ever be more meaningful or rewarding then that moment he just shared with His Nyota.
look at the wonder we have made… they are our contribution to K’lalatar prkori k’laltar prnak’liri “(Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations).
She stirred, “Spockh, I am so sorry to not be awake to welcome you home.” Kissing her hair he responded, “The empty boxes were testimony of your labors. Although it is very much appreciated it is not necessary at the expense of taxing yourself. I will be able to finish the unpacking while you sleep.” She was attempting to change her position so that she might face him—this proved to be unsuccessful. He reached down and grasped her gently under her arms, and as he settled his back against the head board, brought her head to rest on his chest. Tilting her head back she smiled and said, “In Paris…” As the experience concluded, she reached up to bring his forehead to her’s. “Spock, you take such good care of me…of us.”
When they finally stood up, they walked to the full length mirror on the door. He brought his hands around to embrace her stomach and Nyota’s joined his there. The children’s consciousness touched his and he sent, “The giver of movement and the provider of body await your presence.” Their consciousness spoke,“Soon.” Kissing the top of her head as he observed her face filled with wonder, Spock said, “ K’diwa, look at the wonder we have made… they are our contribution to K’lalatar prkori k’laltar prnak’liri “(Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combina-
They shared the shower and as usual, he shampooed her hair and wrapped it in a towel, placed her robe on her beautiful body and brought her to a chair where he groomed her hair. Her eyes were closed and he placed his hand on her face, “Beloved, your pulse rate has increased by three point five percent, heart beat by five point two percent, breathing by two percent, please advise me.” “Spock, I felt one of the twins turn.”
He placed his hands on her swollen stomach to communicate with the twins and the observed their son was in position with his head by the birth canal. “Beloved, do you have contractions?” “No.” He got ready to inquiry about their visit to the Embassy but that was an unnecessary inquiry since she would want to see her family. She required assistance to dress and then he seated her while he dressed himself. When he helped her get seated in their flitter, he was pleased that he had purchased the security belt extenders and so the belt was not uncomfortable around her stomach. Their walk from the vehicle to the Embassy’s dining room was arduous. Of course, her markedly large abdomen preceded her into the dining room, allowing her family to rush forward in greeting. Spock guided her to the first available seat and she lowered herself with a sigh. With the safety of the chair
as an indication all was safe, emotions took over and she sion. dissolved into tears. The doctor immediately contacted Star Fleet medical “BaBa, Momma….Rhin, Jabari…Ahh K’nel…” bay and requested a decontamination staging, lights and Spock sort of hovered on the perimeter of this family other equipment. His contact with a Dr. Leonard McCoy cluster and he then walked over to his parents and said, assured him the supplies would be delivery shortly. With“Our son is in position for birth. I am not sure how this in thirty minutes all was in readiness. Vulcan efficiency excitement will affect her condition. Would it be wise to was a phenomenon, coupled with the doctor’s connection contact Dr. M’Binga?” they both proved to be something to be reckoned with. Sarek answered, The doctor and Spock entered the room where the family “That would be most wise.” was seated. All heads turned to hear some thought of Spock excused himself to make the call. what to do….what to expect. With that information about Nyota, Amanda’s hand went The family parted to allow the pair to speak with Nyota. to her mouth and she immediately “Beloved, it is time for us to prepare joined the other family members in “Beloved, it is time for us ourselves for parenthood. Our chiltheir joint welcome. Nyota could not will be born on Vulcan soil, here to prepare ourselves for dren hold K’nel on her lap, for she had at the Embassy. A room has been parenthood. Our children prepared.” none. Neither was she able to hold him on her belly so Rhin held him up Nyota smiled weakly and attempted to will be born on Vulcan so Nyota could give him a kiss. Once on her feet Spock studied soil, here at the Embassy. A stand. He was indeed a beautiful baby. He her and just as she was about to take room has been prepared.” her first step she leaned forward cried had Romulan facial features, his complexion was light tan, but the boy had out. Spock picked her up and she Jabari’s body, another contribution to looked up and said, IDIC. “Spock I’m sorry I ruined the last meal.” Spock had returned and the family took their seats at the “Nyota, you will supply a most pleasing end to this eventable. Spock helped Nyota’s plate quite sparingly. Even ing. The reason for our family’s presence will soon be with that, she barely touched her food. realized.” Spock sent, Respectively the way was cleared and Spock entered “K’diwa, you are in distress, the contractions have starttheir apartment and looked about at its changed appeared.” ance. All draperies and dust catchers had been removed. She nodded and sent, The bed was draped with white cotton sheets. The rugs “They are not intense. I will not take anything by mouth had been removed and it appeared the walls had been now.” cleansed. It was at that point with Nyota at his side he All eyes had turned to Nyota when she refused to eat. embraced everything he has been and will be includM’muba and Amanda pushed their chairs back and went ing his Vulcan heritage, his humanity, and father of to her side. Spock strengthened his shields and had to two hybrid children. He used the term to describe his breathe deeply to survive this onslaught on Nyota’s perchildren that for his entire life he had found distasteful, son. and demeaning. In his mind he constructed the label as Within ten minutes Dr. M’Binga stood at the dining ‘High Bred’ for this was so from both his and Nyota’s side. room entrance. Spock went to greet him and asked if he Vulcan princes and Warrior Kings made the term so very could speak with him in the hallway. appropriate. In private conversation he revealed to the good doctor Before the doctor came he lay in the bed next to His what his last ‘contact’ with his children had revealed. His Nyota and whispered, son had turned and was ready to enter the birth canal. Dr “I can remove your pain.” M’Binga said, very calmly, She ran her fingers down his face and said, “Things will escalate, if you remember her due date is “I don’t believe a woman can understand motherhood, its tomorrow.” trials and glory until she has experienced the full scope of “Do you think she should be moved?” what it means to be a female parent including some pain. M’Binga smiled and said, Spock I will meditate between contractions, if it is pos“Let your children be born on Vulcan soil.” sible. I do not wish you to have pain.” Spock nodded. “Since the conception was a joint effort, I feel the delivery “We must prepare a birthing station here. Where do you should be also. Allow me this My Nyota.” suggest?” “If it gets really bad, I will let you know.” “Nyota and I have an apartment here. Let me advise the He placed his palm on her stomach and she placed her’s family and then the staff can prepare this area.” on his. A contraction hit her as Spock showed her their “That is quite acceptable. Of course Spock you will have son as he started his entrance into their world of bright to act as my assistance and monitor the births’ progreslights.