Spock looks into Kirk’s eyes and suddenly realises that he cannot continue on like this. If he risks losing Kirk’s friendship either way, there is no logic in keeping quiet. And Kirk has already forgiven him so much; for committing mutiny, for the incident with the spores, for nearly killing him... surely his friend can forgive him this. Spock gathers his courage and takes the leap of faith.

You just took me on a leisurely jaunt down memory lane, as I remembered my teen self watching TOS from its debut in the 60s. I loved the way you made Spock conclude that not telling would be illogical.

The other thing that struck me (as it does so many of us) is what a relief it is to learn that we're Not. The. Only. Ones. ::giggles:: See, SF can be relevant to our lives.

And, as far as I'm concerned, Spock's radiant smile of joy and relief when he discovers that he didn't kill Kirk while under the influence shouts volumes.

Thank you for a very thoughtful (and thought-provoking) story.