[ there is a secret weakness in spock that he never acknowledges, even more than his half-human genes: he loves animals. from his pet sehlat as a child to the cats he had seen around the academy grounds to the fascinating mix of creatures the enterprise ran into on missions, he is drawn to them and can not seem to leave them alone.
which is why, when he sees the do, he is initially torn. move out of range of the animal and avoid contact, so he can continue about his duties and avoid inquiring glances, or approach and pet the dog? in that moment of hesitation, so rare for spock, the decision is made.
the dog approaches him.
the bright eyes and slowly wagging tail undo him. spock is trapped now, unable to refuse a plea from an animal. so he kneels and extends his hand, allowing the dog to sniff his fingers before sinking them into the thick fur behind his ears, petting gently. ]
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which is why, when he sees the do, he is initially torn. move out of range of the animal and avoid contact, so he can continue about his duties and avoid inquiring glances, or approach and pet the dog? in that moment of hesitation, so rare for spock, the decision is made.
the dog approaches him.
the bright eyes and slowly wagging tail undo him. spock is trapped now, unable to refuse a plea from an animal. so he kneels and extends his hand, allowing the dog to sniff his fingers before sinking them into the thick fur behind his ears, petting gently. ]
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