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Tangled Destinies: Covet
Reading Time: 57 MinutesTitle: Covet Author: Keira Marcos Betas: Ladyholder & Chris King Series: Tangled Destinies Series Order: 10 Fandom: Star Trek Pairings: Kirk/Spock, Sarek/Amanda Grayson, Pike/McCoy Genre: Romance, Angst Rating: R Warnings: Language, explicit sexual contact, an author whose respect for canon is both casual and transitory. Go with it. It won’t hurt you. Summary: Jim faces his past and someone he thought he’d already lost. * * * * Most of the school knew they were essentially married. There had been a congrats on your weird alien nuptials party over the summer that they had attended, mostly out of peer pressure and political obligations. Spock trusted that Jim was right about how the friendly relationships they created in the present would impact them in the future. The new school year had proven to be slightly more stressful as they no longer shared the bulk of their classes. Jim had rearranged most of his academic plans so they could finish at the same time and start their college educations together. That meant he hadn’t had room for several of the electives that they’d both taken the year before out of interest rather than need. They still shared an engineering class and a class on intergalactic politics that Spock’s father had been insistent that they take. The material was dry and not particularly interesting but they both took the class seriously, especially when they’d realized Sarek would be discussing their various assignments with them on a near weekly basis. In…
Tangled Destinies: Forsaken
Reading Time: 109 MinutesTitle: Forsaken Author: Keira Marcos Betas: Ladyholder & Chris King Series: Tangled Destinies Series Order: 9 Fandom: Star Trek Pairings: Kirk/Spock, Sarek/Amanda Grayson, Pike/McCoy, OC/OC Genre: Romance, Angst Rating: R Warnings: Language, explicit sexual contact, an author whose respect for canon is both casual and transitory. Go with it. It won’t hurt you. Summary: Sarek takes his family back to Vulcan for the formal adoption of T’Mara. * * * * Jim loved space. Maybe it was because he hadn’t been born on a planet or maybe it was the adventure of it all. He really couldn’t be sure. He was sitting in a small observation deck on the Sh’Vor, a Vulcan Suurok class starship that had once been used for exploration and now appeared to exist solely for the transport of T’Pau. The entire crew’s official job was to take her wherever she wanted to go as far as Jim could tell. In the lull of travel, the Sh’Vor was one big science experiment. The research that came from the vessel on the course of those trips made scientists all over the Federation stupid with jealousy. T’Pau answered to no one and therefore traveled where ever she liked to see whatever was interesting. “You are well, James Kirk?” Jim turned and found the Matriarch of his clan staring at him pointedly. He immediately rolled to his feet, embarrassed to be caught sprawling in the window seat of the observation lounge. He raised his hand in salute,…
Tangled Destinies: Havoc
Reading Time: 39 MinutesTitle: Havoc Author: Keira Marcos Beta: Ladyholder Pairings: Kirk/Spock, Pike/McCoy, Sarek/Amanda Grayson Series: Tangled Destinies Series Order: 8 Fandom: Star Trek XI (Reboot ‘Verse) Genre: Alternate Universe, romance Word Count: 9,700 Rating: PG-13 Summary: A traumatic and life altering event changes everything for Spock’s family. * * * * No one spared them a glance as Sarek and Christopher Pike moved through the maze of hallways and turbolifts that made up Starfleet Medical. Pike was out of uniform and the Vulcan Ambassador was dressed as casually any one could ever have the right to expect—his outer robe was quite plain and somewhat thin but still provided him a much-needed buffer against the cooler temperatures Humans needed to maintain optimal levels of performance. They were both common place in the facility, especially on Friday evenings when they were often forced to bodily retrieve Leonard McCoy from his office and escort him across town to sit down at Amanda Grayson’s table like a civilized person. Sarek found the ritual of it all soothing in its normalcy. Leonard would complain quite loudly while he gathered himself and closed his office for the day and then they would take the car Starfleet kept on hand for the Commodore across the city to Sarek’s residence where Amanda waited. Pike had jokingly referred to her as the woman in his life and Sarek supposed it was true. Amanda apparently had no problems asserting her authority over all of them at any given time. He…
Tangled Destinies: Justice
Reading Time: 38 MinutesTitle: Justice Author: Keira Marcos Artist: FanArts Series Pairings: Kirk/Spock, Pike/McCoy, Sarek/Amanda Grayson Series: Tangled Destinies Series Order: 7 Fandom: Star Trek XI (Reboot ‘Verse) Genre: Alternate Universe, romance Word Count: 9,500 Rating: R (for adult language and violence) Betas: Chris King & Ladyholder Summary: Jim must testify in Federation Court in the trial of Delis Brise. * * * * “At this time, I would like to call James T. Kirk to the stand.” Jim exhaled sharply and released Spock’s hand as he stood. He’d been irritated to learn that the courtroom wasn’t to be sealed against the media. Apparently, at sixteen he didn’t have the right to privacy as far as the Federation was concerned. “Your Honor, the defense would request that James Kirk be required to wear a psi-collar during his testimony.” Jim paused and shot the defense attorney a hard look as he settled into the witness stand. The judge raised an eyebrow at the Federation prosecutor, Erik Castor, who frowned. “Unfortunately, your Honor, there are no legal grounds for me to protest the defense’s request.” “Actually,” Jim began. “Federation law prohibits the psi-collaring a Vulcan citizen against their wishes unless they’ve proven to be a danger to themselves or others.” “You are a citizen of Betazed,” the defense protested. “I hold dual citizenship—Betazed and Vulcan, Mr. Laurey. You can check my Federation citizenship records if you do not trust my word on the matter.” Jim relaxed in the chair and let his…
Tangled Destinies: Envy
Reading Time: 79 MinutesTitle: Envy Author: Keira Marcos Art: FanArts Series Pairings: Kirk/Spock, Pike/McCoy, Sarek/Amanda Grayson Series: Tangled Destinies Series Order: 6 Fandom: Star Trek XI (Reboot ‘Verse) Genre: Alternate Universe, romance Word Count: 19,900 Rating: R (for adult language and sexual situations) Betas: Ladyholder & Chris King Warnings: Sexual activity between two consenting teenagers and discussion of past abuse. Summary: Spock and Jim adjust to their new bond while adults in their lives shift around them in response to the change in their relationship. * * * * Spock pulled off his helmet and ran his fingers through his hair. “Elder Stavik and Stonn mentioned arriving early so they could look around the campus.” Jim secured his helmet to the bike and reached for Spock’s. “We could do that if you want—I’m sure my Dad could get you a pretty detailed tour if you’re interested. You have to know that Starfleet is keeping an eye on you.” “As well they should, I am a gifted academic.” “And very modest,” Jim said with his most serious expression. “Modesty about one’s intellectual accomplishments is illogical,” Spock responded as he pulled the leather satchel they were sharing out of the storage compartment under the seat. “While taking pride in the turn of your face is a true vanity. It takes an interesting individual to be proud of something they were given at birth and had nothing to do with.” Jim laughed. “I think I’m pretty awesome intellectually as well. In fact, I’m…
Tangled Destinies: Affinity
Reading Time: 81 Minutes Title: Affinity Author: Keira Marcos Art: FanArts Series Betas: Ladyholder & Chris King Pairings: Kirk/Spock, Pike/McCoy, Sarek/Amanda Grayson Series: Tangled Destinies Series Order: 5 Fandom: Star Trek XI (Reboot ‘Verse) Genre: Alternate Universe, romance Word Count: 20,200 Rating: R (for adult language and sexual situations) Warnings: Discussions of past child abuse and the off-screen sexual abuse of an OC. Sexual activity between two consenting teenagers. Summary: The House of Surak and the First House of Betazed gather for the bonding of Jim and Spock. * * * * Jim paused in the doorway of Sarek’s office and watched the Ambassador for several seconds. The Vulcan let him hover for nearly 30 seconds before he put aside his PADD and regarded him with a raised eyebrow. “Sir.” “James, something is bothering you.” “Elder T’Pau arrives tomorrow,” Jim began as he closed the door to Sarek’s private home office. “I’ll see her privately on Wednesday after school.” “You are concerned she won’t approve?” Jim had the grace to flush as he shook his head. “No, not exactly. Spock has already made it quite clear to me that her disapproval won’t mean the end of our relationship. I want her approval—we both do but we’ll survive without it.” Sarek inclined his head as if to agree. “Then where is your concern?” “She’ll meld with me,” Jim began. “I understand why it is necessary—it would be irresponsible for her to bond us without knowing the mental landscape so to speak.…
Tangled Destinies: Eternal
Reading Time: 21 MinutesTitle: Eternal Author: Keira Marcos Art Work: FanArts Series Betas: Ladyholder & Chris King Pairings: Kirk/Spock, Pike/McCoy, Sarek/Amanda Grayson Series: Tangled Destinies Series Order: 4 Fandom: Star Trek XI (Reboot ‘Verse) Genre: Alternate Universe, romance Word Count: 5,200 Rating: PG Author’s Note: This story was inspired by the art that I received from FanArts Series that I’ve put on this page with it. I wrote it shortly before Mother’s Day in the US and there are some pretty heavy themes in it but nothing that hasn’t already been covered in the series. Summary: Spock and Jim take Amanda out for the day to celebrate Mother’s Day. * * * * “T’Pol cancelled tea with me.” Sarek lifted an eyebrow at his wife’s expression because it could only be called ’pouty’. He found it oddly attractive and chastised himself silently for being aroused in the face of his bondmate’s obvious disappointment. “Did she propose an alternate date?” Amanda took a deep breath. “We have tea every Sunday afternoon, Sarek. It was her idea and I…” She crossed her arms. “She didn’t even give me a reason.” “I see.” Sarek set aside his PADD, realizing his communications would have to wait and focused entirely on his wife. “You are disappointed that your ‘girl time’ has been cancelled without a clear cause.” She glared briefly at him. “Are you being patronizing?” “Of course not, Wife, Vulcans do not patronize… their loved ones.” Sarek watched her analyze his words, her gaze…
Tangled Destinies: Chaos
Reading Time: 74 MinutesTitle: Chaos Author: Keira Marcos Pairings: Kirk/Spock, Pike/McCoy, Sarek/Amanda Grayson Series: Tangled Destinies Series Order: 3 Fandom: Star Trek XI (Reboot ‘Verse) Genre: Alternate Universe, romance Word Count: 18,700 Rating: R (for adult language and sexual situations) Betas: Chris King & Ladyholder Cover Art: FanArts Series Warnings: Discussions of past physical abuse, off-screen sexual abuse of an OC, and violence against minors. Sexual activity between two consenting teenagers. Summary: Spock and Jim meld for the first time, Jim gets unwelcome news from Betazed, and Captain Pike reaches a difficult decision. * * * * “Father, may we speak?” Sarek put aside his PADD and nodded. “Yes, of course. You are finished with your morning meditation?” “Yes.” Spock sat down in the chair he always chose when in his father’s home office and opened his mouth and then closed it abruptly. He took a deep breath. “It is difficult.” Sarek inclined his head. “It is a personal matter?” “It is a matter of biology,” Spock murmured and then blushed. “I searched through the materials you gave me but my question was not answered. I considered asking Jim but I did not want to appear any more ignorant on the subject of sexual matters than I already do. The vanity of that is not lost on me.” “It is not a misunderstood vanity,” Sarek allowed carefully. “Is this about James or about yourself?” “I believe I am achieving some sort of sexual release while I sleep,” Spock blurted out…
Tangled Destinies: Taken
Reading Time: 82 MinutesTitle: Taken Author: Keira Marcos Pairing: Kirk/Spock, Sarek/Amanda Grayson Series: Tangled Destinies Series Order: 2 Fandom: Star Trek XI (Reboot ‘Verse) Genre: Alternate Universe, romance Word Count: 20,600 Rating: PG (for adult language, violence, and situations) Warnings: Discussions of past physical abuse and off-screen sexual abuse of an OC, and some violence. Summary: Jim and Spock attend a physics conference at the Vulcan Embassy, Jim’s grandmother tries to get him to agree to an arranged marriage, and the boys develop a mutual dislike for the mall. * * * * Jim stored his helmet in the closet near the front door as the Ambassador’s aide disappeared. The young Vulcan woman never spoke to him and rarely did more than raise an eyebrow at him when she answered the door. He joked once to Spock that she was just stunned silent by his grandness—the look on his face still made Jim laugh a little when he thought about it. Ambassador Sarek was taking him and Spock both to the embassy with him for an intellectual lecture that was being presented. He had informed them they would attend it earlier in the week and though Jim had absolutely no interest in ‘black hole dynamics’, it didn’t even cross his mind to tell Spock’s father that. He checked his reflection and frowned at his hair. A haircut was due but he’d been putting off because he’d rather spend his time with Spock than fight his way downtown to the salon…
Tangled Destinies: Genesis
Reading Time: 90 MinutesTitle: Genesis Author: Keira Marcos Pairing: Kirk/Spock, Sarek/Amanda Grayson Series: Tangled Destinies (check out series page for cast photos and estimate dates for future updates on the series) Series Order: 1 Fandom: Star Trek XI (Reboot ‘Verse) Genre: Alternate Universe, romance, pre-slash Word Count: 22,600 Rating: PG (for adult language) Betas: Chris King & Ladyholder Summary: Spock convinces his father that his mother’s happiness is the most important consideration and the family moves to Earth where they meet Captain Christopher Pike and his adopted son, James Tiberius Kirk. * * * * He did not want any part of it and the sound of his mother crying when his father had refused to relent on the matter had left Spock bereft and so furious that his sixteen year old body could barely contain it. His parents had vehemently discussed his bonding for years and now—now it was upon him. T’Pring. He knew her from school—knew her to be a petty, vicious creature with a placid face and a cruel mind. Suddenly, he realized he could not go through with the betrothal. He could not imagine having her be in his mind permanently. It was horrific. The healer reached out to them both, and Spock was instantly repelled. He pulled away before T’Pau could place her hand on his meld points. “No.” T’Pring glanced him over, her eyes clear and cool. “Your Human mother has lost this fight. Do you plan to take up her mantel?” She said…