+ get to hang it over Odo's head. Let him go after counselors' mothers."

*Their kiss lasted longer than expected, eventually lips slowly retreating so that they could allow air to enter the doctor's lungs. Maybe theirs too, that is if Ore required the nitrogen enriched gas combination.*

"I couldn't help it Ore, you've been really nice to me, and a flirt. That and I +

"Well gee Spock, that sounds like an order to me. Oh come on, you know I'll be there! I'll even behave for once."

+ feverishly helping as many surviving Vulcans as he could.*

"Pfft, like that's stopped Jim before! Plus I recall someone losing their temper once. To which I say, as I quote the great Buddy Rydell say, remember, anger is the one thing you can't get rid of by losing it."

*Bones did bring up a sore subject, but the doctor knew well of the loss that day, +

"I did yeah... she was great. I don't know if the multi-verse plans on reuniting us or not..."

"The only place you're going sailor is to a bio bed! Get in here before I drag you in!"

"Oh yeah... can't wait for those shenanigans again..."

"To the rudest witch in the galaxy..."

@enchantress.bsky.social

"You know it's gonna be a long day when the captain asks that question..."

"Come on Odo, don't be a stick in the mud. Not every day you see a naked Ferengi. You can even help massage his ears!"

"Go use your words on the opposite end of the galaxy, that'll strengthen MY soul."

"Oh no, sounds like you've got an issue with verbal communication. I might have to go in for a looksie and make sure everything is alright..."

*Granted the doctor was a little inebriated, which didn't stop him from cupping their humanoid shaped cheeks, followed by a proper kiss upon their lips.*

"That is actually a great idea. It'd be symbolic, and everyone on the Enterprise likes both of you. Except for me, I can't be bothered..."

*Bones can't help but grin, folding his arms as if he was serious.*

"He doesn't seem to care, why should you? A quick hug isn't gonna make HR jump into your quarters!"

"I did for a little while, Rebecca. It was great, and maybe not always the excitement I was into, but it was a fulfilling relationship. Now I'm here, back to the usual misery..."

"YOU!!! Get your ass in this med bay, right now! I'm gonna scan that noggin of yours, since you love to throw yourself in harm's way!"

"Showing Jim how to have a proper conversation with a woman. He has trouble with direct eye contact..."

"That's right, we are on shore leave. Or at least most people are. I might just stay on the ship or see what's going on in Medical at the station."

"Sure, lay it on me Spock. What does our favorite idiot suggest for them nuptials?"

"The part about being nice to a grumpy doctor pretty much did the trick. But don't think I won't yell at you for getting injured!"

*McCoy gently bops their nose with a fist, followed by lips that apply a kiss in the same spot.*

"Oh aren't you a real peach, @bornof2worlds.bsky.social . Poor @auricluminary.bsky.social just wants to cuddle, and you're there like a damn emotionless statue!"

"Pervert."

"Dammit, your eyesight is going bad, better get you checked out quick!"

*The Smother Hen whips out his tricorder and feverishly scans Jim's head front to back, top to bottom.*

"It's all your fault for making me take a liking to you, ya know."

*The usually grumpy doctor unexpectedly pulled them closer to himself, desiring to cuddle.*

"I did contact him through a personal channel at one point around a month ago or so. He said that he'd be able to get "here" at some point, hopefully. We have to be patient, unfortunately. Jimbo brings a lot to both our lives. You might hate him on the outside, but I know you don't on the inside.

*The doctor folds his arms, playfully glaring at Becca.*

"Didn't they teach you how to read in Starfleet, Cadet??"

*Casually places this door mat in front of his office.*