Personal Log #12 - Planning [Video]

[spohkh]

[Spock fiddles with the journal for a moment, making certain that the message is broadcast to everyone but Nico Robin.]

Greetings and salutations everyone. It is my hope that everyone has recovered from the latest Malnosso experiment, as from what I heard from others, I do not envy your experiences.
At this time, I find myself with a request for those of you who are familiar with Miss Nico Robin. It has come to my attention that due to recent events, Miss Robin's emotional disposition has greatly suffered, and it is my wish to see it improved. From what I understand of various cultural habits, it is common to utilize various festive activities to improve emotional morale. These activities should consist of conditions that are agreeable to Miss Robin, so if there is anyone who is aware of what Miss Robin enjoys, please inform me as soon as you can.
I am asking for assistance in planning this gathering... I believe the proper term is 'party'? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, as well as refraining from telling Miss Robin about this.
The time and location for this gathering will soon be disclosed.

[Spock lifts his hand in a Ta'al.]
Peace and long life.

Comments

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[spohkh]

What about the Dome? I could program a room suited to her tastes?
[He tacks a question on the end of that, because he really wants Jim's opinion.]

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[universal_charm]

Hmmm, yeah, that could work. We'd have to make sure that everyone know we're taking the rooms, but that's actually not a bad idea. Just have to also make sure no one decides to pull something and mess with the sim.

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[spohkh]

Captain... Jim....

I believe I made a mistake. Perhaps it is irreparable.

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[universal_charm]

_{[ Even with Spock's logical and somewhat pessimistic attitude, this didn't sound like him either. He felt that twinge of worry down the line of their bond, and his face grew serious. ]}

What's wrong Spock? Come on, you can tell me.

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[spohkh]

[The Vulcan suddenly looks nervous.]

I did not think... Jim, I did not lock the information from Robin. I believe she is quite upset that revealed her emotional disposition to the public.

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[universal_charm]

Oh jesus...

_{[ He sighed, and really should have thought about it, but yeah this was a consideration. Spock hadn't said why she was upset, but clearly it wasn't something she felt like discussing openly if she was having this reaction. ]}

Well, I don't blame you for trying to make her feel better, and I give you credit for not saying what she's upset about. But not everyone enjoys talking about what's bothering them openly either, especially if it's really personal to them. If she's upset, you should apologize to her. I'm sure she has to realize you were just trying to make her feel better.

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[spohkh]

Do you believe that something as simple as an apology will suffice? I fear that it will not be enough.

[Yeah, Spock is starting to feel bad.]

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[universal_charm]

It's all you really can do Spock. You apologize, and then you just have to let her work the rest out. I think your heart was in the right place, but... we all make mistakes.

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[spohkh]

This has come at a rather... inopportune time, considering the trial that we both faced together recently.
[She was his wife for crying out loud. He should have learned something. Though really, this wouldn't be made easier, no matter when it happened.]

I see. I must admit, I am ...nervous. [Not something he feels often.]

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[universal_charm]

It's all you can do.

_{[ He knew the wife feeling. Katniss had almost been his, and at times those feelings still cropped up. ]}

You can't control how other people react or feel, Spock. You just have to roll with it.

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[spohkh]

[Spock hesitates....]

Should the party... still take place? Or should I leave that up to her discretion?

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[universal_charm]

See how she feels about it first. She may come around to the idea, but having it anyway will just piss her off more.

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[spohkh]

Agreed.

I will... speak with her.

[Spock hesitates...]

You never did tell me of your experience with Miss Katniss. [Because that has totally been on Spock's mind.]

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[universal_charm]

_{[ He nearly choked. ]}

What? Why is that coming up?!

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[spohkh]

I have told you of my experiences, is not reciprocation part of friendship?

[smirk.]

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[universal_charm]

You told me squat about your experiences!

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[spohkh]

[Spock doesn't pout, but it's a near thing.]

Is this a discussion you would rather not have?

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[universal_charm]

It's not that - but don't tell me lies. You didn't tell me anything, you jerk.

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[spohkh]

I told you my feelings on the matter.

[Spock did not want to repeat those feelings.... of how he would have been quite happy enough to live with Robin as his family in beautiful ignorance.]

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[universal_charm]

That's not explaining the thing... but damn, I didn't realize this was that Robin... but I guess I should have put the pieces together.

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[spohkh]

Indeed... then you understand why I am finding it difficult to approach her at this time.

[Because he's totally not using Jim to stall... nope, absolutely not.]

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[universal_charm]

Couples work through this stuff, Spock.

_{[ Though the idea of them being an actual, real couple... bothered him. A sting of jealousy he had no reason to have at all fluttered and he squashed it before the other felt it. Hopefully. ]}

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[spohkh]

Indeed... and it is not easy.

[Spock wants to ask more, but it is not any of his business. If Jim volunteers the information, then that is something else entirely. But for now, he's tired of making mistakes.]

I should go. I will speak to you at a later time? [Question, because he doesn't know when Jim wants him around or not.]

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[universal_charm]

Nothing is ever easy in relationships, Spock.

_{[ It was why he avoided them, even though he had been shoved into several by now. ]}

And yeah. Some of the winter fruits are coming in again, so I picked some up for you. We can make a fruit salad, and I think I'm figuring out bean burgers finally.

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[spohkh]

[Spock can't help the small smile.]

You did this for me?

[He's... touched.]