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November fluff prompt 25: cuddling

It started with La'an. After being cleared from Sickbay there had been no question of her going back to her own quarters. Una escorted her herself, unwilling to let her out of her sight, and when they got to her and Chris's quarters he was ready with strawberries and hot chocolate. La'an made a beeline for the couch and bundled herself up in blankets, bowl of strawberries in her lap and hands clenched around a mug. Una gave Chris a quick kiss, and when he declined her offer of help in the kitchen, she joined La'an on the couch.

Spock showed up soon later, as Una suspected he would. Chris let him help with more snacks, no doubt sensing his need to move and be useful. But after a few minutes of tinkering around, getting used to the quiet warmth that was so different from the tension and terror of the last few days, Spock carried his own strawberries to the couch. He sat cross-legged next to La'an, close enough that their blanket-shrouded shoulders pressed together.

Nyota was next through the door, and she let out a deep sigh as soon as she stepped over the threshold. She had Erica in tow, who looked unsure as if she was supposed to be there, but she gave Una a shy smile. Chris called a greeting from the kitchen, and for a moment the three of them chattered about nothing. Una stroked La'an's hair and let the noise wash over her.

After a moment, Erica wandered over to their little huddle. Her exhaustion showed in the slope of her shoulders and the bags under her eyes, and her hands were tightly clasped behind her back. She seemed unsure of what to do with herself, and bounced nervously on her heels until Una patted the spot next to her. Erica's face split into a relieved smile and she sat down, carfeul not to press against Una. Una squeezed her shoulder maneuvered her around until Erica's head was in her lap, and though Erica seemed confused, she made no move to get up. Nyota sat on the floor with her back against the couch, and leaned her head back against Erica's side.

The doors swished open, and the last puzzle piece slid into place as Christine took a step inside. She scrunched down into her shoulders, eyes darting around at all of them, and she didn't relax at Nyota's quiet greeting, though she returned it with the ghost of a smile. Chris swept in from the kitchen with a mug of steaming hot chocolate, and he kissed Christine on the side of the head as he deposited it in her hands. Christine's shoulders relaxed and she murmured her thanks, flexing her fingers around her mug.

Spock shuffled even closer to La'an and opened his blanket. The last of Christine's tension melted away as her face crumpled in relief and absolute exhaustion. She sat cross-legged next to Spock and let him tuck the blanket over her shoulders. Their knees brushed each other, and Christine gave him a smile.

Chris continued to putter around the kitchen for several minutes, cleaning up his mess and meal prepping for the next few days. Una closed her eyes and listened to the chopping and stirring. La'an slowly nodded off against her shoulder, and when Una next glanced down, Erica's eyes were shut in a peaceful expression. She couldn't see Nyota's face, but she had gone limp, and when she craned her neck to check on Spock she found Christine tucked into the crook of his neck with her eyes closed. Spock met Una's eyes and his cheeks tinged green. Una just smiled.

When Chris finally emerged from the kitchen, he took in the sleeping cuddle pile, and his eyes softened. He picked carefully over Nyota's legs and leaned over Erica to give Una a kiss, and she savored it, her free hand on his stubbly jaw.

Spock cleared his throat. Chris waved him off, holding the kiss until Una pulled away with a tired smile.

"You need anything?" Chris asked quietly. Una glanced around, and shook her head.

"Nope."

She had everything she needed right there.

-

for @justreckin, related to our post-gorn musings

[youvebeenlivingfictional]

For the Touches ask game:

Some combination of 46 from hand holding, 9 from hand holding and/or 50 from touching for Christopher Pike please and thank you 💕

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Of course Elen!! I hope you're having a lovely weekend :)

Prompts: holding hands across the table; secretly holding hands under the table ; putting a hand over the other’s mouth to shut them up Warnings: Power imbalance; early relationship dynamics; mostly fluff

“I’m sorry.” 

“What are you apologizing for?” You shook your head, expression washing with confusion as Christopher took hold of your hands across the small table. He smiled, shaking his head a little. 

“It shouldn’t have taken us so long to go out properly.”

You shook your head again, giving his hands a gentle squeeze. 

“That’s nothing to apologize for.” 

“Still—” 

“Should I apologize for you for not making the time in our off-hours?”

His brows furrowed, head shaking a bit as he offered, “No, of course not.” 

“Exactly. So why is the onus on you?” You tipped your head to the side a touch, watching as Christopher smiled bashfully, ducking his head. “We got here, that’s all that matters. It’s more difficult when we’re on duty. Shore leave is a convenient relief.” 

“I’ll say.”

“Captain!”

The call of Uhura’s voice made you yank your hands back from his on instinct. You shot him an apologetic look before you turned to give Uhura a wide smile. It faltered as you saw her trailing through the restaurant with Chapel and Ortegas in tow. 

“So much for a quiet afternoon,” Christopher muttered. 

“Maybe they’re just coming to say ‘hi’.” 

But your hypothesis was thwarted when the three of them began to pull up chairs. Erica began to tut about not being able to look out over the star’s landscape, and Christopher was quick to get up, taking up the empty seat beside you. 

“I don’t mind,” He insisted, settling in. You bit your cheek to fight back a smile as he took hold of your hand beneath the table, out of view of your crew mates. You thrilled at the hidden touch, intertwining your fingers as you fell into conversation with Chapel. It was only a few moments before Christopher fell into conversation with Uhura and Ortegas. 

“How did you find this place, anyway?” You heard, and before you could stop yourself, you yanked your hand out of Christopher’s, slapping your hand over his mouth. The entire table fell silent as you felt everyone turn to look at you. You forced a bright smile on your face, offering, “We should get appetizers!” 

-- 

“That was subtle.” 

The meal that you'd shared with your crew members was still heavy in your stomach as you and Christopher walked away from the restaurant together.

“What was?” You grumbled. You didn’t want to delve into it, even with Christopher’s fingers intertwined with yours. He tugged you to a stop, drawing you into an alley, out of view. 

“...I panicked,” You admitted softly, leaning back against the wall. He stepped closer, casting a wary glance around the corner before crowding closer. 

“I did a bit, too,” He reassured. 

“I’m sorry—”

“What are you apologizing for?”

“Chris,” You sighed softly, lowering your gaze to your feet. He stepped closer, gently nuzzling your temple. 

“I just mean that I understand,” He insisted softly. You nodded, sighting off the swelling nerves in your belly. 

“I know.” 

Christopher rested his forehead against yours, and you couldn’t help the swell of your smile at the feeling of him so close. 

“We should get back to the ship,” You murmured. 

“In a minute.” 

“And what’s going to happen in a minute?” 

“Well, I could show you—” 

“Or?” 

“Or I could tell you, but I think a practical explanation should be more efficient.” 

“Oh?” You raised your brows. “How practical?” 

“A little hands on, if you’ve no objection.” 

“None whatsoever.” 

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Commomder Chin-Riley and Dadtain Pike

read it on AO3 at https://ift.tt/WrZIcs5 by ShaaKi Or Five Times Una and Chris are called mom and dad by their crew and the one time they say it to each other. Words: 2213, Chapters: 1/2, Language: English Fandoms: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (TV) Rating: Teen And Up Audiences Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Categories: F/M Characters: Number One | Una Chin-Riley (Star Trek), Christopher Pike, La'an Noonien-Singh, Nyota Uhura, Beckett Mariner, Brad Boimler, James T. Kirk, Joseph M'Benga, Spock (Star Trek), George Samuel Kirk, Christine Chapel, Erica Ortegas, Philip Boyce Relationships: Number One | Una Chin-Riley/Christopher Pike, La'an Noonien-Singh & Number One | Una Chin-Riley, Number One | Una Chin-Riley & Nyota Uhura, Beckett Mariner & Number One | Una Chin-Riley, James T. Kirk & Number One | Una Chin-Riley, Joseph M'Benga & Number One | Una Chin-Riley, Christopher Pike & Spock, George Samuel Kirk & Christopher Pike, Christine Chapel & Christopher Pike, Erica Ortegas & Christopher Pike, Philip Boyce & Christopher Pike Additional Tags: Crew of the Starship Enterprise as Family, Dadmiral Christopher Pike, But he's still a captain, Unplanned Pregnancy, Mother's Day, Father's Day, POV Una Chin-Riley, POV Christopher Pike, 5+1 Things, Parent Christopher Pike, Parent Una Chin-Riley, Fluff, Implied/Referenced Drug Use read it on AO3 at https://ift.tt/WrZIcs5

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The Evacuation of Drunk Kirk

read it on AO3 at https://archiveofourown.org/works/50163640 by Introvertia Commander Jim Kirk misses his duties while visiting the Enterprise when he gets caught up with some visiting Ambassadors. Lieutenant Spock takes it upon himself to save Jim's reputation and escort him out of Port Galley. In the wake of both their romantic lives being less than what they'd wished they discover an unexpected mutual attraction. In short, Jim's drunk and Spock's foxy. Words: 7293, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English Fandoms: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (TV) Rating: Explicit Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings Categories: M/M Characters: James T. Kirk Prime, Spock (Star Trek), Spock Prime, Number One | Una Chin-Riley (Star Trek), Erica Ortegas, George Samuel Kirk Relationships: James T. Kirk/Spock Additional Tags: Post-Episode S02E09 Subspace Rhapsody and Pre-S2E10 Hegemony Star Trek Strange New Worlds, Drunken Shenanigans, Drunk Sex, Gay Sex, Angst and Fluff and Smut, AU Star Trek Strange New Worlds read it on AO3 at https://archiveofourown.org/works/50163640

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Rating: Teen And Up Audiences

Archive Warning: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings

Category: F/M

Fandoms: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (TV), The Librarians (TV 2014)

Relationship: Eve Baird/Flynn Carsen

Characters: Eve Baird, Flynn Carsen, Jenkins | Galahad (The Librarians), Number One | Una Chin-Riley (Star Trek), Christopher Pike, Christine Chapel, Spock (Star Trek), La'an Noonien-Singh, Nyota Uhura, Erica Ortegas, Joseph M'Benga, Hemmer (Star Trek), Jenna Mitchell, Admiral April (Star Trek) - Character

Additional Tags: Episode: s01e06 Lift Us Where Suffering Cannot Reach (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds), Episode: s01e07 The Serene Squall (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds), Episode: s01e08 The Elysian Kingdom (Star Trek: Strange New Worlds), Fluff, Angst, Comfort, eve and una look alike, eve and flynn are married, post the librarians (2014), eve and flynn are in the future, Not Beta Read, Other Additional Tags to Be Added

Language: English

Summmary:

Shore leave has just ended for The Enterprise and her crew, but the end of that time comes with an important mission. Hosting 2 Veritas officials of Earth for 2 months, and then their transport back to Earth. Veritas carries a great presence on Earth, the oldest known institution, highly prestigious, invite only. Working above all governments on Earth for as long as it had been recorded in history. The Library has a job to do, a job only its best Librarian and Guardian can do; they must prove that magic is restricted to Earth.

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hyphenation

read it on AO3 at https://ift.tt/SqGTCwu by Anonymous ‘You think we should… what?’ ‘Pretend to be together,’ Erica will say. ‘They won’t let you bring a security guard, sure. But their culture can’t decline a request for a visitor to be accompanied by their significant other, it’s part of their hospitality protocols.’ Words: 637, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English Series: Part 23 of winter of our discontent | made glorious summer Fandoms: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (TV) Rating: General Audiences Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Categories: F/F Characters: Number One | Una Chin-Riley (Star Trek), La'an Noonien-Singh, Erica Ortegas, Nyota Uhura Relationships: La'an Noonien-Singh/Number One | Una Chin-Riley Additional Tags: Fake/Pretend Relationship, Fake Marriage, Fluff, La'Una Sweet Strawberry Summer read it on AO3 at https://ift.tt/SqGTCwu

[make-me-imagine]

Where My Soul Waits For You

This is Number #11 in my Soulmate AU Series; you can find the masterlist of fics here.

Soulmate AU Prompt: You and your soulmate have the same unique tattoo, that represents something related to how you meet.

Plot: As Y/n joins the Enterprise crew to help with negotiations for a possible new Federation planet. Both Y/n and Erica expect to meet their soulmates on the planet that reflects their tattoos. But what neither of them know, is that they've already met.

Pairing: Erica Ortegas x GN!Reader *reader is an Intelligence Officer

Warnings: None~

Words: 2.9k

A/N: This was written for the Femslash event being held by @discoveryfemslashfortnight for the prompt "AU"

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Standing in front of the mirror, Erica ran her hands through her hair. As her eyes caught on the reflection of her tattoo, she paused in her movements. Looking down at her arm, she gently ran her fingers over the tattoo.

She remembered the first day it appeared, right around the time she joined Starfleet. It appeared later than many other's tattoos did. Causing her to fear that maybe she didn't have a soulmate at all. But when it finally appeared, she got so excited when she saw it, she couldn't stop showing people.

It wasn't very big, and was located on her upper wrist of her left arm. It depicted a colorful planet of oranges, pinks and tans, with rings around it. She had never seen a planet like it in her years in Starfleet so far.

But she waited impatiently for the day her eyes would see it for the first time. Because she knew it meant that she would meet her soulmate.

The tattoos always had something to do with how you meet your soulmate. She figured it meant her soulmate lived on whatever planet it was that she had on her arm. Or at least that was where they would meet. But when that would happen, she had no idea.

Every time the Enterprise visited a new planet, she held an anxious excitement that it might finally be the planet. And every time it wasn't, she grew more and more disappointed, and even more impatient as time went on.

The thought of her soulmate sat heavily on her mind as she finished getting ready and made her way to the bridge. They would be going to another new planet today, well, new for her.

And maybe, just maybe, today would be the day she set her eyes on the planet that held her soulmate.

Was her soulmate anxiously waiting for her as well? Wondering when they would finally meet? How often had they run their hands over their tattoos, thinking of each other at the same time?

- - -

Your eyes were glued to the screen as the projected planet reflected the one on your own arm. A mix of anxiety and excitement sat in your chest.

After learning of the Starfleet mission to hold a meeting with the government of a planet called Xalis, that had previously rejected joining the Federation, you were tasked with prepping the Captain of the Enterprise for the meeting on planet.

Once you saw that the planet was the one on your arm, the one symbolizing how you would meet your soulmate, you convinced Admiral April to let you go down to the planet with Captain Pike. Luckily for you, you had known the Admiral for a long time, and he was more of a romantic than he would admit.

Your thoughts were interrupted when the doors slid open and Admiral April himself walked in.

"Admiral." You greeted.

"Lieutenant Commander L/n." He greeted professionally, before you could see a soft smile grace his face. "Ready?"

You nodded, repressed your own smile. "Yes Sir."

"I know I don't have to remind you that you are going down to the planet for an official and very important Federation meeting, that is the primary mission at hand."

"Yes, Sir."

"That is where I need your primary focus. But, with other matters, I wish you the best of luck."

"Thank you Sir."

"The Enterprise is arriving now, they are awaiting your arrival. Good luck Lieutenant."

You nodded your head at the Admiral as he turned to leave. Taking a deep breath, you walked over to the window, and looked out, seeing the Enterprise approaching. Grabbing your supplies, you made your way to the transporter station.

- - - - -

"Lieutenant L/n has been beamed aboard Captain." Spock announced.

"Thank you Mister Spock. Alright, everyone, listen up."

Erica turned in her chair as Pike began making an announcement.

"Today's mission is fairly simple. We're going to the outer quadrant of a non federation system to the planet Xalis. To meet with a highly advanced civilization who previously rejected joining the Federation. A week ago, they elected a new board of officials, who are more interested in joining the Federation than the last. The planets government system is a bit more complicated than we're used to, so, we will be joined by an Intelligence Officer, assigned to us for the mission by Admiral April. Lieutenant Commander L/n will aid us in understanding the people we are to meet, and help with the negotiations. So, now that we have our new Intelligence officer, we'll be on our way. Everyone understand?"

As a cacophony of 'Yes Sir's" met his ears, Pike met Erica's eyes and nodded.

Erica smiled as she turned to her controls. "Planet Xalis, here we come."

As the lift doors slid open, Erica looked back, seeing Una entering onto the bridge with someone she had never seen before. 'Wow' the thought entered her mind before she expected it, but she was not surprised, you were certainly attractive.

The Captain approached you with his hand stretched out. "Lieutenant L/n, Captain Pike, welcome aboard."

You smiled and nodded your head as you shook his hand. "Pleasure to be here Captain. Thank you for allowing me to join you."

He smiled and nodded before he turned towards the bridge. "If you don't mind, would you briefly brief my crew on what we are heading into?"

"Of course." Looking around, you met the eyes of the crew, your eyes lingering on those of the ship's pilot. 'Cute' you briefly thought before you began to speak.

"Xalis is a small planet on the outer ridge of a system they refer to as 'The Xalissian Sector'. They pride themselves in their technology and government systems. They haven't had any war on their planet for nearly three hundred years, which is why the Federation was originally interested in befriending them. But, Xalis at the time was run by officials who had no interest in being in the Federation. Mainly because they feared we would bring them into a war they wanted no part in. With the newer officials being more interested, and wishing to negotiate a treaty with the Federation, that would allow them to be a part of it, without having to be involved with any wars or battles we might find ourselves in, we might just make some new friends today."

Erica smiled as she listened to you speak. You seemed interesting, and nice. Much better than some intelligence officers she's met. When you finished speaking, you and the Captain made your way off off the bridge to discuss the mission more.

Erica looked down at her controls and let out a soft sigh. This mission felt different, but she didn't know why. She didn't want to be hopeful for no reason, but she couldn't seem to stop the jittery feeling taking over, that seemed to grow the closer they got to Xalis. It was three hours to the planet, maybe she would feel less anxious by then.

- - - - - -

"So, Y/n, what's it like working on a Starbase?" Erica asked as she watched you from across the mess-hall table.

You took a sip of your drink, as Nurse Chapel and Ensign Uhura watched you as well.

"Much less exciting than being on a ship." You admitted. "I've been transferred to multiple different ships a few times, but they never let me stay."

"Why?" Chapel asked.

"A lot of Captains don't like having an intelligence officer, many think it's a pointless job when they already have a second in command and a security chief."

Uhura shrugged her head. "I can see how that would make sense, but you'd think having a Intelligence Officer on board would take off unnecessary stress from the second in command and security chief, so they can focus on their primary jobs."

You pointed at her. "That's what I always say, but-" You shrugged "They never listen, so I just get bounced around as needed."

Erica watched your closely "Maybe Pike will take a liking to you."

You smiled at her and she felt her heart jump a bit.

"Maybe. It would be nice to actually have a place to belong."

Erica watched you closely, unable to shake a feeling that she knew you. Or unable to shake an attraction that was forming. But reminding herself that her soulmate was waiting for her somewhere else, she shook the thought away.

"We'll put in a good word for you." Christine smiled, making you chuckle.

"Thanks."

"Erica, we are approaching Xalis." Jenna's voice came through Erica's comm.

"Got it, I'll be there in a minute."

Stretching, you stood with Erica, she watched you "You coming to the bridge?"

You shook your head. "No, I'm going to get prepared to go down to the planet. I have a feeling this is going to be a long negotiation."

Erica watched as you left the room, before she looked down at Christine and Uhura who were smirking at her.

"What?"

"Someones got a crush." Christine teased.

Erica tapped her covered wrist. "Someones got a soulmate."

Christine rolled her eyes as Erica left, "Someones in denial."

- - -

As Erica sat down at the controls, she heard Pike enter the bridge. "Whats our status Erica?"

"Coming out of warp Sir, in three...two...one"

When Enterprise jumped out of warp, Erica looked up and felt her breath catch in her throat. The planet was just ahead, it as a relatively small planet, the atmosphere made up of bright oranges and pink clouds, with rings around the planet. Identical to the one on her arm.

Jenna, recognizing this, looked over at Erica with a startled look, who turned to meet her gaze.

"Something I should know about?" Pike asked as he noticed this exchange of looks.

As Uhura entered into the bridge her eyes locked on the planet and she let out a soft gasp, making the Captain look between them with a confused look. Looking back at the planet, he realized it did seem familiar.

"Wait a minute..." Pike trailed off as he looked down at Erica.

She looked back at him, her face a bank stare of shock. As realization hit Pike, he stood and and walked over to Erica. Gently taking her arm, he pulled down her sleeve, and lifted her arm.

Comparing the tattoo to Xalis, he let out a soft laugh. "Well would you look at that."

A smile finally spread across Erica's face as she met the Captains gaze. "Permission to come down to the planet with you Captain?"

He smiled at her "I think that could be arranged."

Erica met Jenna, and then Uhura's eyes, who smiled at her in excitement and wonder. As Erica looked back at the planet Xalis, and began taking the Enterprise closer, her heart beat heavily in her chest as she tried to steady her hands.

This was why this mission felt different. It was like she knew somewhere deep down that it was finally time to meet her soulmate. And she couldn't be more ready.

- - - - - -

As you entered into the transporter room, you had a momentary feeling of confusion as you saw Erica standing beside the Captain. But the anxiety of beaming down to the planet where your Soulmate surely waited, pushed the thought aside.

Your mind rotated the same thought over and over. Primary mission, hold the negotiations, and then find your soulmate. Maybe your soulmate would be a part of the negotiations. That would certainly make this whole thing a lot easier.

That ideal thought was proven incorrect however, when you met with the official council of Xalis. The warmer temperature of the planet allowed you to see their arms easily, as they wore more revealing clothing. Looking for any matching tattoos, you were disappointed when you saw that those who had tattoos on their arms did not match your own.

Even with that disappointment lingering in your mind, the negotiations went as well as you could hope. After leaving Captain Pike to finish the deal, you made your way through the center of the city, overwhelmed with the amount of people the small planet seemed to have.

As you walked down a set of stairs, you spotted Erica, leaning on a banister as she looked out at a bright pink waterfall leading into a large lake in the center of the city.

Erica was startled when someone appeared beside her, turning, she saw you leaning against the banister. "Oh, hey, the negotiations over?"

"Mostly, Captain Pike is finishing up now. It went well."

Erica watched you for a moment, "You seem quite subdued for someone who helped achieve something that has been in the works for nearly ten years."

You smiled and let out a soft breath "Yeah, I was just expecting...more, but it doesn't matter. What did you come down here for? I thought you were going to be in the meeting as well."

"Oh no, I came down for something else, to find...someone...but, it didn't happen."

"You've been here before?" You asked with piqued interest.

She shook her head. "No, no, this is my first time, I just-" she cleared her throat as she pulled up her sleeve, revealing her tattoo. "When I saw that Xalis matched my tattoo, I thought I would find my soulmate here, but there are so many people, I just- what?"

When Erica looked back over at you, you were staring wide-eyed down at her tattoo. Slowly, you looked up and met her gaze. "That was why you came down to the planet?"

"Yeah?"

Erica's heart picked up pace as she watched you grab your own sleeve and being to pull it up.

"I originally wasn't supposed to come down to Xalis for this negotiation but, when I saw that Xalis matched my tattoo...I requested to come."

Erica's breath caught in her throat as she saw the identical tattoo on your own wrist, perfectly reflecting her own.

Your eyes met as the tension rose between you, the silence was heavy as neither of you knew what to say or do.

Finally you spoke, your voice soft. "Seeing how many people were here, I thought it would be impossible to find my soulmate...I didn't stop to think I had already met them."

Erica let out a soft laugh as she shook her head. "I knew there was something about you, that seemed so...familiar, but I was so determined to think my soulmate was on the planet too. But, the tattoo didn't mean this is where we would meet, it's just-"

"Why we met." You finished her thought.

Erica nodded and let out another soft laugh. "Imagine if we spent all our time here looking for someone else, and never figured it out."

You chuckled "I don't want to imagine how crazy that would drive me."

Erica looked around, letting out a soft chuckle "God, I always thought about the moment I would meet my soulmate, I never thought about what to do after."

You laughed "Neither have I. But I guess one way to start, is by telling you you were right. Pike did take a liking to me, and asked if I wanted to stay on the Enterprise. I told him I'd think about it, mostly because I was waiting to meet my soulmate to decide what to do, but, now I know."

Erica grinned, "You're gonna stay?"

"Well obviously." You said with a laugh.

Erica laughed as well "Just checking."

"Hey you two." A voice broke in.

Looking over, you saw Captain Pike and Commander Spock approaching.

"What's got you two so happy?" Looking over at Erica he smiled "Find what you were looking for."

Erica smiled as she glanced at you and then back at Pike. "Yes Sir, but not how I was expecting."

As Pike cocked his head in wonder, you and Erica stretched out your wrists, showing your matching soulmate marks. Pike and Spock's brows rose in surprise.

Pike grinned "Well, isn't that something." He met your eyes. "I was wondering why April insisted you come to Xalis with us."

You shrugged your head as you and Erica locked eyes again.

"So, I assume this means you are going to accept my offer of staying on the Enterprise with us?" Pike asked cheerfully.

You met his eyes and nodded "If you're certain your okay with it, yes Sir"

Erica raised her hand up "If it's left to a vote, I vote yes."

Pike looked over at Spock "What do you think Mister Spock?"

Spock rose a single brow as he looked at the Captain. "I have always suggested the use an Intelligence Officer would have aboard the Enterprise. And, considering what has now occurred, it would be...cruel, to not allow Lieutenant L/n to stay."

Pike smiled as he looked back at you. "I agree. Welcome to the family Y/n."

You grinned as you looked back at Erica, as your heart fluttered. "Thank you Captain."

"Well. We have a few more tings to clear up with the Xalis council, why don't you two go get to know one another a bit more, we'll let you know when it's time to leave."

"Are you sure you don't need me anymore Captain?"

He shook his head softly with a smile. "We can handle it."

As he and Spock left, you and Erica locked eyes again, as your smiled reflected each others. "So, wanna get some lunch?" Erica asked.

You smiled and nodded, "Yes, I do."

Turning, you began making your way towards the city, arms brushing as your hearts fluttered, and butterflies rampaged through your stomachs. All this time you had been waiting for one another, waiting for the moment you could plan the rest of your lives. It was definitley worth the wait.

xx End xx

This did not come out as long as I wanted, nor did I really know how to end it, lol, but I hope you enjoyed it!

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(I'm having to send this twice because apparently it didn't work before; sorry if you get it twice). This is the anon from before, thanks for reblogging a prompt list! I'm just really bad at requesting original ideas lol. I was hoping for an Erica Ortegas x Reader with the prompt(s): Person A: “You’re jealous, aren’t you?” Person B: “I’m not jealous.” (maybe some cute relationship fluff, or pre-relationship) :) Hope it's okay!~ <3

You're welcome, I'm glad the list helped 😄 I love your request, I'll add it to my list! 😄

[emonydeborah]

November fluff prompt 12: no one left behind

Una gripped the arms of her chair. Sparks flew and her ship groaned with the strain of staying in one piece. Out the viewscreen, the civilian ships warped out of danger, escorted by the rest of the fleet. She didn't smile, but her shoulders straightened with accomplishment.

The enemy ships were all but incapacitated. Only the lead ship continued to fire on her, and Una's ship rattled with each torpedo. Smoke filled the bridge but Una held fast, determined to go down with dignity.

Erica had objected to the evacuation, even more when Una ordered her to the escape pods. But she was gone, like the rest of the crew, and it had fallen to Una to lay in the final course. Shaking and shuddering with each blow, Una's ship crawled determinedly toward the enemy ship.

Una watched the enemy ship grow in the viewscreen, still firing on her but unable to get away. She expected regrets, but as the enemy ship got bigger, only the most extreme option made sense anymore. Of course this was how it would end.

The computer counted down the distance in a futile warning, and Una braced herself for the final screech of metal. Smoke filled her eyes, she couldn't see, she couldn't breathe-

"Got her!"

Una coughed harshly, lungs rattling with the effort of pulling in clean air. A young transporter tech she had never seen in her life puffed up with pride, looking absolutely elated.

"Crewman, what-?"

"You there Captain?" Erica's frantic voice crackled over the comms. Una blinked. The normally dim lights of a transporter room seemed unbearably bright.

"I'm here, Ortegas," Una croaked. A series of whoops and cheers burst through the comms. No one said anything else, and Una turned to the tech, bewildered.

There had been no other ship on her sensors. No other ship in communications range, except-

"Crewman, what ship is this?" she asked, and was gratified when he snapped to attention. Covered in soot and hoarse with smoke as she was, she couldn't have appeared very commanding.

"The Enterprise, Captain." He smiled. "Welcome back." Una attributed the pang in her stomach to an adrenaline crash, and squared her shoulders.

"I see. Is Captain Kirk-?"

The door swished open, and a horde of people swept in. Nyota and Christine seemed to be racing to be the first to hug her, and nearly bowled Una over in the process. Spock was next through the door, stoic as ever but for the tension in his jaw as he met her eyes. She nodded, and his shoulders dropped a centimeter. Erica clapped him on the shoulder, looking as rough as Una felt, and grinned.

"All right, let her breathe," the doctor groused as he pushed through the crowd. McCoy, Una remembered. "How are you, Captain?"

"A little confused," Una said dryly. Spock shifted closer as she took a shaky step off the transporter platform. He watched her intently as she looked around at all the familiar faces. "How did you get to me in time?"

"You are familiar with the Enterprise's capabilities, Captain," Spock said stiffly.

"We set a course as soon as we got your first distress call," Nyota said. McCoy stuck a tricorder in Una's face, grumbling about family reunions.

"They picked up my escape pod," Erica said. "You didn't think we were gonna leave you behind, sir?"

"There's no way you could have reasonably thought you would get to me in time," Una said incredulously.

"Who said anyone on this ship was reasonable?" Christine said. Una opened her mouth, but Christine cut her off. "Just say thank you, Captain." Una's jaw dropped, and Christine grinned. Erica muffled a snort.

Una closed her mouth and swallowed. Spock hadn't let up on his focus, like he was afraid she would disappear if he looked away. Nyota hovered around, brushing her arm against Spock's, and smiled when Una met her eyes. Christine backed off a few steps and Erica threw an arm around her shoulders. She let out an exhausted sigh.

Una's ship was gone, but her crew was safe, and her family was around her. "Thank you."

[alyafae-a]

1. What is your favorite trope to rp? 3.Who are your longest rp friends? 5. What is a character you love, but don’t think you can write?

1. What is your favorite trope to rp?

too many? i love fluff so anything that goes into that directions is great. i love soulmate AUs but haven't written them in ages. AUs in general are brilliant. coffee shop AUs! idk, there are a lot.

3. Who are your longest rp friends?

oof i am SURE there are more who have been around since my first pepper blog but definitely @snarkofstark and @fortislumen. 100% i'm forgetting obvious ppl but it's been six years and at one point things start to blurr.

5. What is a character you love, but don’t think you can write?

the list is WAY too long. let's name a few: christine chapel (trek), erica ortegas (trek), lwaxana troi (trek), laura roslin (bsg), fennec shand (tbobf), jadzia dax (trek), missy (dw), zelda spemman (caos), many more trek muses in general (although i let myself be bullied into writing them) ...

[ao3feed-unapike]

Time After Time by spaceisgay (ChancellorGriffin) (podfic)

read it on AO3 at https://ift.tt/fHu5odx by cookiemom6067 Sam Kirk’s younger brother James is posted to the Enterprise on a six-month rotation. Spock, preoccupied with thoughts of his sister, regards this as an unique opportunity to study another pair of adult siblings in their natural habitat. That is very much not what happens. Podfic of Time After Time by spaceisgay. Words: 9, Chapters: 1/14, Language: English Fandoms: Star Trek, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (TV), Star Trek: Discovery Rating: Explicit Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Categories: M/M Characters: Spock (Star Trek), James T. Kirk, Michael Burnham, Christopher Pike, George Samuel Kirk, Number One | Una Chin-Riley (Star Trek), La'an Noonien-Singh, Nyota Uhura, Christine Chapel, Joseph M'Benga, T'Pring (Star Trek), Cleveland "Book" Booker, Erica Ortegas, Jenna Mitchell, Adira Tal, Jett Reno, Sarek (Star Trek) Relationships: James T. Kirk/Spock, Background Pike/Una, Background Chapel/Ortegas, past Jim/Gary Mitchell (mentioned), brief fut very obviously doomed Spock/T'Pring, comically one-sided Hot Alien OC With a Crush On Spock/Oblivious Spock Who Has No Idea Additional Tags: Siblings, Sibling Bonding, Family Feels, Angst and Fluff and Smut, Mutual Pining, Sexual Tension, Hand & Finger Kink, Vulcan Kisses (Star Trek), Vulcan Mind Melds (Star Trek), Coming Untouched, Frottage, Orgasm Delay, Orgasm Denial, Multiple Orgasms, Oblivious Spock (Star Trek), Spock Plays D&D and Hates It, Tarsus IV (Star Trek), Slow Burn, Comeplay, Come as Lube, Wet & Messy, Anal Fisting, Telepathy, Vulcan Biology (Star Trek), Sea Monsters, Alien Planet, Misunderstandings, Pike Is the MOST Dad, Every Character I Like Should Be Best Friends I Decided, Literature Nerd Jim, Chaotic Good Sam Kirk, Time Travel, kind of???, Everyone Loves Michael Burnham So Much, Podfic, Podfic Length: 15-20 Hours, Audio Format: MP3, Audio Format: Download read it on AO3 at https://ift.tt/fHu5odx

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Unexpected Family Revelation

read it on AO3 at https://ift.tt/cLlxKXT by No1OSHAviolation Captain Christopher Pike and got to celebrate his 37th birthday. The night was filled with fun and laughter as he expected it would be, but one surprise he didn’t count on was admiral April showing up in his ready room, with an upset and scared 16-year-old girl. More so he didn’t expect that the 16-year-old would be his daughter. (Flashback 16 years ago when Captain Pike turns 21 during a drunken night on Risa newly promoted and maybe overly adventurous, Pike meets a woman named Evangeline and they fall in love for a short time and she ends up pregnant. Evangeline is dead now and so Saela is now in the care of Pike and the Enterprise. Chris doesn’t know how to be a dad let alone to a teenager but he has Una and the rest of the crew to help him out. Words: 2854, Chapters: 2/?, Language: English Fandoms: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (TV) Rating: Teen And Up Audiences Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Categories: F/M, Gen Characters: Christopher Pike, Original Female Character(s), Number One | Una Chin-Riley (Star Trek), Joseph M'Benga, Christine Chapel, Erica Ortegas, La'an Noonien-Singh, Nyota Uhura Relationships: Number One | Una Chin-Riley/Christopher Pike, Christopher Pike & Original Character(s) Additional Tags: Family Fluff, Father-Daughter Relationship, Long Lost/Secret Relatives, Chris is a dad doing his best, Una is a saint, Fluff, Crew as Family, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder - PTSD, Implied/Referenced Self-Harm, Panic Attacks, Parent Death, Planet Risa (Star Trek), No beta we die like Saela’s mom, Offical Tag™️, I'm Bad At Tagging, Other Additional Tags to Be Added read it on AO3 at https://ift.tt/cLlxKXT

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The Drunk Dial

read it on AO3 at https://archiveofourown.org/works/51713443 by flippyspoon Jim gets a very unexpected video message from a very inebriated Spock. Words: 1267, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English Fandoms: Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (TV) Rating: Mature Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply Categories: M/M Characters: James T. Kirk, Spock (Star Trek), Erica Ortegas, Christine Chapel Relationships: James T. Kirk/Spock Additional Tags: Fluff, Romance, Drunk Vulcans read it on AO3 at https://archiveofourown.org/works/51713443