Starting today through the 20th I’m doing a series of sorts (13, 16, 18, 20). I am combing suggestions made by Jay, Evening and Kris to make this short series of November flashes. This is basically a new Spirky Academy Couple created for these four fics.
“Why are we here again?”
Jim laughed at the disgruntled look on Spock’s face. He knew that Spock didn’t really understand any of this, but he appreciated Spock’s efforts to indulge Jim in it.
“To pick apples. It’s an apple orchard.”
Spock looked at the trees before them. “Obviously.”
He smiled. “I’m going to make an apple pie. You know for our gathering.”
The “gathering” as Jim called it was to take place that Saturday at Jim’s and Spock’s apartment in San Francisco. Their friends were coming. More importantly the parents were coming. Well…Jim’s Mom. And Spock’s Mom and Dad. Jim had been rather surprised Sarek was coming, but Spock had advised he was.
Jim was getting rather carried away, he knew. Had plans of roasted turkey and stuffing for those who ate that way, and several vegetarian dishes. And pies. Two or three kinds.
“Jim, do they not sell apples in the market?”
He laughed as he climbed up on a ladder to pick apples. “They sure do, Spock.”
“Then I fail to comprehend the hassle of coming all the way to this orchard.”
“Apples in the stores are not the same. This pie has to be amazing.”
Spock pursed his lips as he held up the basket for Jim to drop the apples into. “Do you not think you are getting a little carried away with these extravagancies? All of this trouble for just a couple of hours on Saturday?”
“Yep.” Jim grinned.
“You agree that you are getting carried away or that it is too much trouble?”
“To both.” Jim gazed down at Spock indulgently. “I want to make a good impression. Besides our family and friends are worth a little bit of trouble, don’t you think?”
“You are overstressing yourself. Your headaches—”
“Are something I can deal with.” He got off the ladder and took the basket from Spock. “It’s gonna be great.” He leaned in to kiss Spock. “And I’m going to be fine.”
“Very well.”
“We’re done here. We can go back to the city now.”
Spock nodded, seeming pleased.
“There’s a Harvest Festival right next to the Academy. If we hurry, we can make it.”
Spock’s steps faltered and he barely hid his grimace. But to his credit, he simply said, “if you wish.”
Jim laughed. “You look like you might actually mean that. Bravo.”
“Jim—”
“I’m kidding, Spock. Well, there is a Festival, but no, we’re not going.”
“If you really want to go I will make no objection.”
“Nah, I’m good. Let’s go home. We can spend the rest of today in bed.”
Spock’s pace quickened then and Jim grinned.
He knew how to get his Vulcan interested.
November 13, 2020 at 3:22 am
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Yes Jim! Totally getting carried away but that’s half the fun. And the other have is a headache. Literally. Perhaps a little hurt comfort in their future??
I already love them. They’re so cute. And I’m super excited to see where this goes. Woo woo on a four parter!
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November 13, 2020 at 7:01 am
I love them too. They are a couple of sweethearts!
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November 13, 2020 at 7:31 am
“Apples in the stores are not the same”
Dang right they’re not, nor any other fruit or vegetable. I grew up with apple and peach trees, plums, and lots of pecans. My Dad would be working outside (me at his side bugging him cause I loved spending time with him), stop and pick a big juicy apple, pull out his pocket knife and share slices with me. They tasted like nothing I’ve ever had since.
So yeah, Jim couldn’t be more, nor more loving and kind to want to share that kind of experience with Spock, family and friends. And…Spock, man, it’s really not all THAT much trouble! Especially for the results.
Thanks guys for giving Ivan the ideas to put into words for us all this month! I’m already captivated. Applevated. Pieplexed.
Come on, let me dork out. It’s just here. It’s not like the internet is forever or anything!
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November 13, 2020 at 7:44 am
They are definitely different. I had a friend last year mail us apples from her tree. And I can imagine they are even better freshly picked right there. Yeah Spock is a bit of a fuss budget in these four stories but we love him anyway! Totally worth it!
Applevated, ha ha
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November 13, 2020 at 1:12 pm
I suck at cooking, but I totally get the wanting to impress the in-laws-to-be part. Also, there’s nothing worse than not having enough food, so always, always make too much. I absolutely support going over board there. And nothing is better than fruit or veggies right from the tree or dug up. My parents lived in Africa for a few years and yes, stuff that doesn’t have to travel for days to get my plate tastes better. Anyway.
I’m liking these two. And I very much like the idea of a mini-series, so thanks to the inspirational trio :). Great way to start the weekend!
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November 13, 2020 at 2:47 pm
I’m not much of a cook either! But yes always have more food than you think you need!
Yes these two are a cute little Spirk 🙂
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November 13, 2020 at 2:20 pm
Yipppee! I am truly honored to have helped inspire this in anyway. Kudos to you tor creating it! A series with these two sweethearts in it. 💕
I totally agree with Jim, apples freshly picked are amazing. The smell alone is inspirational. Spock is so indulgent of Jim in this, although he fails to see the logic in any of it. Jim teasing Spock about going to the Harvest Festival is just so Jim. Poor Spock. Lol! But Jim’s proposal about how to spend the rest of the day certainly makes up for it. Now who’s eager?!
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November 13, 2020 at 2:48 pm
Yes I think you will definitely love these two and Spock continues to indulge his sweetie!
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November 13, 2020 at 5:56 pm
I had to delay reading this today because I had to get up early and was on the road most of the day.
Was pleasantly surprised by the fact they went to an apple orchard bc that’s where I was today too! 🙂
I loved this and I’m looking forward to this new lil series!
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November 15, 2020 at 8:38 am
thank you! And I think you were the one who suggested an apple orchard but I might be wrong !
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