Mermaids.... because I don't need a bloody reason

[done_in_3]

Well the party was hopping, if you could say that about a vulcan party. It was certainly happening. People were certainly milling about and holding beverages and conversations. Jim was eager to get to land again, his clothes and shoes stowed away as usual for when he returned to land. He'd slip into those and appear on the beach and into the party like he just came from around the corner. Nobody would notice... except the entire party of land vulcans who weren't accustomed to a blond haired blue eyed bipedal with rounded ears. So of course he was the talk of the crowed as he worked his way through. He's scanning the crowd, nodding, acknowledging, being a part of the party maybe? Well no he was a spectacle but it wasn't until he ran right into someone that it actually got awkward [hehe...]

"Ah-- woah, sorry about that. I apologize, I wasn't paying attention." he nearly spilled the guy's whole drink. He grabbed his hand, steadying it before it could spill all over him.

"Wasn't watching where I was going....wait are you...." oh shit. Oooooh shit shit shit, he's going to die. It's Spock. He could just die right now, slip into the sea and forget it, he's done.

"....Hey." too bad the vulcan has no idea who HE is.

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[spohkh]

Spock's brows crease with concern. "It is painful? You endure this every month for every transformation? Can you decide not to transform?"

The Vulcan steps towards Jim, but pauses when he reaches the water. He stares down at it as if it had insulted his family. It's cold.

[done_in_3]

"Yes, every transformation. No I can't decide not to or I'd have decided to stay Vulcan with you stupid." He stepped into the water looking back.

"There's plenty that will bite you in the ocean but the tide isn't one of them. Come on."

[spohkh]

Spock gingerly steps into the cold water, controlling his body of the shiver that it caused and starts to walk with confidence until he's waist deep.

"What are you going to teach me first?"

[done_in_3]

"I want you to watch me swim, watch my legs, that's what I can't show you later. Just make sure to kick your whole leg, from the waist down."

He swam around showing the basic stroke, just keep your legs stiff and kick back and forth.

"We're going to hold onto something so you can just work on the kick. Let me get you out to swim depth. You might have to just hold onto my hands."

[spohkh]

They were way past the point where hand-holding could make him blush, but he did take a moment to appreciate the touch while not lingering for too long. He realized that they had a limited amount of time.

The water felt... alien to him, but he had to trust Jim as he began to kick his legs in deeper water. He found his head starting to go under, his weight bringing him down, and he felt panic bubble to the surface of his mind.

[done_in_3]

Jim sank with him, gesturing to breath deeply. He did so as a demonstration, he could breath underwater as if on land and so could Spock. It would work like a swim bladder and help him stay buoyant if he tried it.

But the kicking works, try to breath and hold that breath, husband.

/loves on/

[spohkh]

Against all natural instincts, Spock took a breath under water... and found himself momentarily surprised that he could breathe normally. Fascinating.
He kicked and moved his body, getting a feel for the water. He had to use more force to keep him going, because his weight just wanted to make him sink... but he started to get used to it. Tentatively, he pressed forward, giving Jim a kiss.
He couldn't help but feel amused at kissing someone under water.

/curls up in a hole with a warm blanket/

[done_in_3]

Swimming would always be harder for Spock but just think about the exercise! And the muscle he'll have when he gets good at it! He'll be the strongest vulcan around.

Jim kissed him soft, then harder, framing his face in his hands.

You're getting the hang of it, keep trying. If you can swim to me over here.... I'll give you another kiss.

He swam to a spot about three meters away.

/cuddles with/

[spohkh]

Spock feels himself start to sink without Jim there, but he quickly pulls himself up. For a moment he feels as though he is simply flailing his limbs in the water in an uncoordinated mass... but he starts to find a rhythm.
Not as elegantly as he would like, Spock makes it over to Jim, fully expecting to be rewarded.

You only seem to tag when I'm at work

[done_in_3]

And he is. Jim expects him to be awkward and fail, not awkward and swimming. He kisses him hard and deep, spinning slightly in the water.

you're doing amazing. You want to try again?

/huggles/ I"ll try to fix that.

[spohkh]

As long as you are with me, I will do this.

Spock doesn't like the water, it's a thing, he's a Vulcan, and he likes water as much as a cat. But his mate is here, and he's getting awarded appropriately... with time he may get used to it.

He attempts to chase Jim, using broader strokes, taking him deeper into the water.

I'm always working so it's easy for you to do

[done_in_3]

They swim through the shallows, Jim is so proud of Spock's progress. So much so he almost misses his transformation which stops him on a dime. He freezes, starts to curl up, looks in agony.

Soon Spock might hear pops in the water like someone cracking their knuckles.

/huggles/

[spohkh]

Spock stops swimming, watching Jim as something sharp spikes through the bond. Instinctively, it makes Spock want to lurch forward and protect his mate from whatever is happening to him, but he knows he can't do anything in this situation.
It sucks having to wait...

The Vulcan floats there, attempting to analyse as much as he can through the bond to see if there's anything he can to for Jim during a future transformation.

[done_in_3]

Jim groans in pain in a voice that wasn't quite Vulcan. Merr used different voices, Jim's sounded alien and almost metallic. His skin while golden began to actually shimmer, the popping continued getting louder and deeper in pitch finally indicating it was Jim's bones that were breaking apart. His knees and long bones were segmenting into small flexible bones he could swim with and his skin was gelling together.

He was probably quite the sight.

[spohkh]

Spock's mouth actually drops open as he witnesses Jim's transformation, finally understanding what was happening. He reaches forward, both with his hand and his mind...

Ashaya, can I help you?
Would holding him help?

[done_in_3]

He snatched that hand, curling into Spock's chest. This was horrible and horrifying to watch. His mind is focused on the pain.

He doesn't respond but he clearly needs to be held.

[spohkh]

Spock wraps his arms around Jim, holding him close and secure to his warmer body as he searches Jim's mind. He tries as much as he can to ease Jim's pain, but the pain... is very much apart of Jim unfortunately. Spock can only be there.

He hums to Jim... a little lullaby in Vulcan, remembering how his mother used to comfort him when he was young.

[done_in_3]

He allows himself to be coddled and starts making noises of pain, small grunts and whimpers. In time the pops cease, Jim is still trembling in pain but given more time that would end too. He was changed now... and slowly he pulled away from Spock, who may have felt a longer tail touching against his feet already. His tail was much longer than his legs, he was at least ten feet long now with a regal fin of translucent gold with shining serrated edges. They were beautiful but they could cut through water and predators. Don't touch.

His scales were gleaming like gold coins, but even a few degrees to the left or right, and they appeared electric blue. Slowly Jim swam around for Spock... curiously probing at his mind, hoping he wouldn't dislike this form.

[spohkh]

Spock stares wide-eyed at Jim's form, completely and utterly enraptured with the beautiful appendage. He wants to reach out and touch, to experience this new part of his mate.
He shares his pleasure with Jim.

You are beautiful. Am I allowed to touch you?

[done_in_3]

He swims closer, letting Spock touch. He's kind of slippery, he's got a protective coating over his scales.

I hoped you'd approve. You can touch me... I AM your husband now right? Isn't that what this bond is? Marriage?

[spohkh]

We are as one as is physically possible according to Vulcan customs. You may call me your husband, but know that you are mine and no one else's.

Spock gives a little possessive smile then reaches out his hands to gently touch the scales. It was a curious feeling, and he continues to explore. I am curious, are you able to experience physical pleasure in this form?

[done_in_3]

Pleasure?? Spock you silly man. Jim takes his face in his hands.

Well then, husband of mine, I've got all the parts in this form. Yes I can feel pleasure, and I'd love it if I got some from you.

But before we try that... it'll be dark soon. I've got a little grotto I sleep in near the shore. Come on.

Yay! Crazy anatomy! XD

[spohkh]

Spock blinks, and would have flushed if not for the cold water. Instead he nods and does his best to keep up with Jim, kicking his legs hard to gain speed.
It was getting dark. He's fortunate that Vulcans have a keener sense of sight and can see well in the dark, but he can feel that, especially if they go deeper, that the darkness will become more than what he can see in.
There are questions speeding through his mind, not knowing where to start. However, he can't help but admire Jim's form as he slices through the water.

not crazy. like a dolphin, his penis is in a pocket inside him and comes out for use

[done_in_3]

He's so much faster than Spock but he knew he had to let him practice. Until they hit the dropoff. Then he took Spock's arms and tugged so he'd get behind him and wrap his arms around his shoulders.

you'll wear yourself out at this rate. Let me take us.

XD big dick! XD

[spohkh]

Spock hesitates, but wraps his arms around Jim's shoulders, amazed at how fast they were moving. Jim is amazing! It's harder to see though, so Spock tucks his head between his mate's shoulders, allowing his body to get used to being under water.
It still felt weird to him, and he was wondering if he would ever get used to it.