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Author's note: Response to the Trek100 "Joy after betrayal" challenge. Takes place at the end of "Amok Time"


Stoic
By Rocky

The Vulcan stood rigidly at attention. The earlier madness that had possessed him was gone.

In fact, there was nothing in his eyes or voice as he spoke of turning himself in to the authorities. Not pain or self-loathing or regret; no hint of the inner turmoil he must be feeling.

"Scott is in command."

"Spock," McCoy began, but Spock was intent on finishing.

"For I have killed my captain--and my friend."

"Don't you think you'd better check with me first?"

At the sound of Kirk's voice, Spock's face lit up with a burst of pure joy.

McCoy smiled.

FINIS

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