[Spock is standing stiffly when Jim returns, and he sits back down just as stiffly, watching as his Captain lays the towels over his shoulder. The gentleness of his hands doesn't surprise Spock. He's observed and noted his capacity for violence as well as tenderness. It is that quality that makes him a Captain worth remaining with, as far as Spock is concerned.
The wet towel is heated perfectly, though that thought makes him pause, gaze flicking to Jim's hands. They're redder than normal.] You burnt yourself.
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The wet towel is heated perfectly, though that thought makes him pause, gaze flicking to Jim's hands. They're redder than normal.] You burnt yourself.