Matters of the Heart (Part 13)
Title: Matters of the Heart (Part 13)
Author: Luvntrek
Rating: PG 13
Disclaimer: None of these people do I own!
A/N: Bones is agitated. Kirk is actually turned off!
Spock and Nyota walked back over to Kirk who was in a discussion with Bah Nel.
Aura was standing there with her arms crossed. Bah Nel looked at Aura trying to stare her down and intimidate her, but she did not bat an eye.
"Your sister needs to learn her place!" Bah Nel said sternly. "She should appreciate the attention my brother was giving her, she's acting like he insulted her or something."
Aura looked at Jim and rolled her eyes but did not respond. "It was disrespectful of your brother to stare at her like that." Kirk said. "In fact, I feel it was disrespectful to me after I told him she was my sister!"
Bah Nel backed down somewhat. "Look Captain, let's just let it go. No need to ruin the dinner over a little misunderstanding, right?"
Kirk looked at Aura wondering why she had not jumped in. "Is that alright with you, Aura?"
"Of course, brother dear." she said her voice dripping with sarcasm. "I am sure that poor Bah De couldn't help himself after seeing all I have to offer!" She then lifted both her breasts up with her hands as high as she could and then let them go.
"Exactly!" Bah Nel said laughing totally oblivious to her sarcasm and rage. "Your sister understands! After all" he said looking back at Aura "you are quite well endowed....by the way, they are real aren't they?"
Kirk choked and started coughing uncontrollably.
Aura's mouth fell open, but she recovered quickly looking him up and down. "I am sure they are just as real as that thing you use to disappoint your wife with every night."
Bah Nel looked puzzled for a moment then slapped Kirk who had barely recovered from his coughing fit on the back. "Your sister is something else!" he said laughing. "I insist that you sit her by me for dinner. She is quite entertaining!"
Aura gave Kirk a look that said 'no way!' "Brother dear, what do you think is keeping Leonard?"
Kirk still trying to recover from choking looked at Spock and cleared his throat. "Some input here would be nice, Spock."
"I believe Dr. McCoy was double checking something pertaining to Yeoman Rand's medical records." Spock said. "I believe he should be along shortly."
Bah Nel looked around suddenly realizing that his brother had slipped away. "Well, it appears De has disappeared. I am sure he would love to sit next to your lovely sister, Captain." He turned his attention to Spock.
"I assume that this one must be your concubine, Spock the way she is holding onto your arm." Bah Nel said. "If you are not too attached to her, we will have some of our women here shortly and perhaps you would be interested in a trade of sorts even for a couple of nights."
Nyota inhaled and gave Bah Nel a dirty look. "He doesn't own me! Don't talk about me as if I am not here!"
Bah Nel looked at Kirk. "Oh another feisty one I see" he said laughing. "These women of yours are so outspoken!" He looked at Nyota. "Well that's good to hear because I know that some of the men would love a chance with you! The gifts they offer will make it well worth your while."
Spock spoke up, his voice hard "I would suggest Bah Nel that you refrain from speaking of the women in such a disrespectful manner. Neither of them I can assure you are interested in being put on display! The lieutenant is not interested in your gifts or your attention!"
Bah Nel stared at him a moment as if in shock but then broke out in a grin. "This Vulcan is possessive and attached to her Kirk! Did you realize that! My, my. I didn't realize Vulcans were capable of such intense feelings!" He did not see Spock's eyes narrow. "I see the Ambassador just walked in." Bal Nel said. "Excuse me a moment."
Kirk looked at Nyota and Aura. "Are you guys alright? I won't make you stay if you want to leave."
"I am not leaving." Aura said "As far as I am concerned, Bah Nel is just another asshole who probably doesn't even know where his own asshole is located." Nyota started laughing.
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McCoy and Rand entered the dinner and found everyone seated. He noticed that there were two seats beside Jim and walked over to the table.
"Bones, I am glad you made it." Kirk said. He then nodded to Rand "Yeoman"
"Good evening, Captain" she said sitting down as McCoy pulled out her seat. He glanced across the table and saw Aura sitting between Bah Nel and his brother Bah De. She did not look happy.
"So glad you could make it, doctor." Bah Nel said. Introductions have already been made, however I'd like to introduce my wife, Te." Bar Te was sitting on the opposite side of Bah Nel. McCoy nodded "Good evening, Ma'am".
Bah De put his arm around the back of Aura's chair and McCoy felt a nerve twitch in his jaw. He took a sip of his water. "And how are you this evening, Aura?" he asked looking from her to Bah De.
"I have been better, Leonard" she said shifting her weight in her seat.
"Ah, doctor," Bah Nel said "I see you are on a first name basis with the Captain's lovely sister. But then again, I understand that you and the Captain are close friends."
"Really?" McCoy asked "Who told you that?"
"I have my sources." Bah Nel said smugly.
"Then your sources should have also told you that the Captain's sister is off limits."
The Ambassador broke in "Now doctor, Bar De is just being friendly." he said laughing nervously. "No harm done. We are all just trying to get to know one another."
Just then one of Bah Nel's men came and whispered in his ear. "Wonderful!" Bah Nel said clapping his hands. Our 'entertainment' Captain has arrived. As soon as the first course is served we will begin.
A young woman dressed in a plain gray dress came out of the kitchen pushing a cart. Kirk noticed immediately that she did not have any tans on her face. She kept her eyes lowered as she placed the salads before each of the guests. When she reached Kirk, she smiled shyly and he noticed that she had large expressive brown eyes. He returned her smile. "Get a move on!"
Bah Nel hissed at her. She immediately shrank back as if she had been hit.
"Yes sir."
"Bah Nel, that was not necessary." Kirk said. He noticed that the woman began shaking in fear.
Bah Nel looked from Kirk to the girl. "OK Kirk" he said smiling at the fact that Kirk would come to a servant's defense. He looked at the girl "Dismissed!"
She nodded and hurried and finished putting the salads on the table and pushed the cart back in the kitchen.
"Time for the entertainment!" Bah Nel barked.
Six very small women came forward dressed in what looked to be harem outfits. They had numerous tans on their faces. The music began and they began to dance around the room making sexually suggestive movements. McCoy looked at Jim in disbelief. Spock cleared his throat and raised an eyebrow. The rest of the men from the Enterprise looked uncomfortable. Bar Nel leaned across the table to Kirk. "They are some beauties aren't they Kirk" he whispered. "You get first pick and then the rest of your men."
Kirk was totally disgusted. "I suggest you stop this nonsense immediately, Bah Nel. This is not how we choose our women."
Bah Nel looked bored and irritated. "Very well, Captain." He clapped his hands and the music stopped. "Dismissed!" he said and returned to eating his salad.
"We appreciate your efforts" the Ambassador said "However, we do not expect you to find us women. These things happen naturally."
"You people have some strange customs" Bah Nel said shaking his head. "However, I do have a back up plan." He clapped his hands again,. Six more women came out carrying instruments. They were scantily dressed and began playing. One began singing softly.
"Is that better?" Bah Nel asked
"Yes, thank you" the Ambassador said.
"I see you people like the subtle approach." he said "We prefer to be direct."
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The rest of the meal progressed without incident. The young lady returned with the main course of fish. Bah Nel noticed Kirk watching her. He excused himself for a moment and followed her in the kitchen.
"What is your name, girl?" he asked.
"I am Tah-din-nay." she said lowering her eyes "My family is Rah-sey-lo. I have just started here."
Bah Nel looked her over. He thought her to be quite plain, but apparently Kirk was attracted to her. So be it. "Yes, I am familiar with your family. They work in the east fields, do they not?"
She nodded. "Yes sir."
"Very well then. It seems that the Captain has an eye for you. This is your lucky break. You play your cards right you will not have to work in the fields ever again. Has any man claimed you for his already?"
"No sir." she said "I am quite plain and have no tans. My family is poor."
"Meet me here in an hour. I will give you a key to his room. You will present yourself to him. You will clean yourself up. Do you have any experience on how to please a man?"
"No sir."
Bah Nel cursed under his breath. "None whatsoever, girl? You are not that young! What is your age?"
"I am 23 years." she said "But I am a fast learner if the man Kirk will have me."
"Well, we will see. Meet me back here. You could be a great asset to your family if Kirk wants you. They will not have to work so hard in the fields. He would provide for you if you are able to please him"
"Yes sir." she said "I will do my best."
"Alright then, dismissed!" Bah Nel said. He headed back to the dinner party. These Federation people were strange indeed. However, if Kirk was pleased, then his party would be all the more eager to provide them what they needed. Yes, he thought. It may all work out very well.