By Strength of Will K/U [PG-13]

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Disclaimer: I earn no riches from Trek other than my fantasies.

Summary: A glimpse of how Kirk reacts to his feelings toward Uhura after "Healing Touch."

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In the reality of Alpha shift, I ignore the curve of your neck, 

the tempting pulse at the base of your throat.

I will it away-- I will you away--

But you come to me in the Dark and I brush my lips against your 

skin, lose myself in your soft hair, your scent... .

In the harsh light of the Bridge, I ignore the velvet of your 

voice as you give me a communications update.

I will it away-- I will you away--

But in the Dark, you come to me and whisper in my ear, your warm 

breath arousing me without effort... .

In the relaxed atmosphere of the Rec deck, I ignore your playful 

flirts with the crew, with everyone, save me.

I will it away-- I will you away--

But you come to me in the Night, and I stand before you, 

demanding your attention from all the others... .

During the seriousness of a briefing, I ignore your luminous eyes 

and seek no solace in those depths.

I will it away-- I will you away--

But in the Night, you come to me and I lose myself in those 

moonless orbs and take more than comfort... .

During the heat of battle, I ignore the fear in my heart when I see 

you flung from your post.

I will it away-- I will you away--

But from the Depths, you come to me and I caress each bruise... .

And now, I lay here, caught between reality and fantasy, too 

spent to fight and too consumed by Duty to give in... .

And, I will it away-- I will you away--

~ID'ic