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…
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