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[just_uhura]

I've lost track of just how many versions of everyone have appeared around here. With the alternate universe count able to continue ad infinitum, it's just too confusing to sit down and think about it and wonder if you're going to wake up with a thousand of yourself wandering around. Not that it stops me from doing so. For once there's a distinct

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[original_fine]

Uhura, your questions make absolute sense to me. I hope you don't mind my thoughts on the subject.

You aren't Uhura. I'm not your Jim Kirk. I've spoken to him long enough to know that we turned out differently, though the similarities are disconcerting. As are, indeed, the differences. But I don't believe in fate.

What I *do* believe is that the best of us make our own destinies, choosing the path we think is right and good. And if, in two separate but very similar universes, you and my Uhura chose the same path, all that says to me is that you were both endowed with intelligence, skill, and a desire to make a difference. That's not fate. That's your better natures working in concert.

[just_uhura]

Of course not, Captain. Your thoughts are always welcome.

I like that way of thinking. It's just difficult not to get too curious about another version of yourself, although I'm sure it's been a lot stranger for you actually being face to face with your counterpart.

But flattery is clearly a Kirk talent in any universe.

[original_fine]

It's not flattery when it's true, Lieutenant. Or at least, it should get a pass.

And there's no reason you shouldn't be curious. It's only natural, after all. Then again, I've had... rather a lot of experience, coming fact to face with myself. At least I'm not evil this time.

[just_uhura]

I think I speak for everyone when I say thank the gods. Normal Kirks I can handle. If evil versions of you start coming out I might have to start getting physical.

[original_fine]

My thoughts exactly, Lieutenant. Physical. It's the only language they really understand. Well, sort of.

You sure could handle me.

[just_uhura]

Yes, I'm starting to learn a lot about this mirror universe as people are calling it.

I'm getting such an odd sense of deja vu, I seem to recall another Kirk saying the exact same thing.

[original_fine]

He's a chip off the old block, all right. Though I hear he wasn't able to get very far with you. More's the pity.

[just_uhura]

Well he managed to cop a feel on our first meeting, but it earnt him one ass kicking so I think he realized the juice wasn't worth the squeeze.

[original_fine]

Ah. And then you were with Mr. Spock... Well, if you ever change your mind, Lieutenant, he's worth it. I speak unbiasedly, as I have nothing to gain.

[just_uhura]

I'll be sure to keep that recommendation in mind Captain. I'm sure he'll be eteranlly grateful for you fighting in his corner.

Although speaking of eternally grateful, how was my green friend? In non-graphic terms obviously.

[original_fine]

Ah, Gaila. She's... fantastic, Uhura. A true goddess among woman. You're a lucky roommate.

[just_uhura]

Oh I know. We had some good times in the Academy. I'm pretty sure she thought very highly of you too. Well, you're a Kirk, course she did.

[original_fine]

That's sweet of you, Uhura. Thank you.

[just_uhura]

Just being honest sir.