Date: 01 Aug 2014 06:24 Title: Stardust
Oh boy. Spock’s alive and made it through but now he’s got a drug in his system that could make his life very, very miserable in the future. As we progress in the chapter it seems the realization is hitting everyone that this has to be dealt with, especially Lauren who’s become bitter about things. I guess it’s guilt more than anything eating away at her, but she’s definitely developed a nasty resentment to Spock.
The breakdown of what happened on the planet by Lauren, how Kirk and McCoy react to it, was wonderful. I can totally see those two rallying around her as the savior of their friend, even if she did muck things up for him. But he was dying and she was within her rights to relieve his pain.
Overall, a good entry into this series. I really want to see Larry and Windsong more (Windsong was awesome) and I hope they show up in future stories. Lauren is the star here, of course, and she gets a lot of play to good effect. Emotionally, she has baggage (alcoholic father) but she manages to fight through that. I’m looking forward to seeing where this goes and how these two interact with one another in the future.
Author's Response:
Yes, Lauren is packing a heavy load of guilt. She anticipates Spock's resentment even before he has a chance to show it. And he does indeed become resentful. Things will be strained between these two for some time to come.
Father Larry makes a few appearances in future stories, but for now Windsong is singing her "swan song" unless I eventually write something new for her. Or maybe you'd like to write a Larry and Windsong piece...
Glad you liked the story! Thanks for the input!