A drabble set directly after Star Trek: The Motion Picture.
"On the bridge, you said your task on Vulcan was done."
"True."
"I don't understand." Kirk shifted from foot to foot, his agitation evident. "Nothing has changed."
Spock looked beatific as he closed his eyes and gently shook his head. "The situation has changed, Jim."
Kirk pulled at the front of his uniform shirt. "This hasn't changed." He pinched a fold of fabric at Spock's shoulder. "This hasn't changed. Three years ago, you told me that the situation was intolerable. Why . . . now . . . ?"
"Jim, the news came in from Starfleet Command four hours ago. The new uniform designs have been approved."
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