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[just_uhura]

I've lost track of just how many versions of everyone have appeared around here. With the alternate universe count able to continue ad infinitum, it's just too confusing to sit down and think about it and wonder if you're going to wake up with a thousand of yourself wandering around. Not that it stops me from doing so. For once there's a distinct

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[just_uhura]

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[allmhadadh]

From: Montgomery Scott, USS Enterprise - displaced
To: Lieutenant Uhura, USS Enterprise - native

I'm sorry to speak up, Lieutenant, but due to some likely literally crossed subspace frequencies, given the nature of technology, you'd be surprised where some things end up. And, I suppose that it might not be all that polite of me to go speaking up when you've got your own Scott around who knows you far better, but...

You're not her. She's not you. No matter the similarities, you're both unique -- like stars of the same type, but warming different people, shining for different eyes, a part of different constellations. When you boil it all down, Miss, we're all made of the same handful of stuff, but it's in the differences that we figure it out.

You're not bound by her destiny, nor are you obligated to follow it. Shine your own light, aye? And have no doubts it's bright enough.

[just_uhura]

From: Lieutenant Uhura, USS Enterprise - native
To: Montgomery Scott, USS Enterprise - displaced

No, feel free to speak up. This whole thing is still astounding to me, and I must say, I'm curious about the other Scotty out there. If you're anything like the other, I feel comfortable speaking with you.

Those are extremely smart words Mr. Scott - and sweet. It's difficult not to wonder about things, about this other person that's basically me walking another path. But you're right. I should remember that it is a different path, and not mine. I just forgot that sometimes.

You're a sweet man Mr. Scott. I hope you're as loved on your crew as our Scotty is on ours.

[allmhadadh]

To: Montgomery Scott, USS Enterprise - displaced
From: Lieutenant Uhura, USS Enterprise - native

It is a bit odd; I suppose that the reason it's less shocking to me is because I've already gone through this once before. But you needn't worry, all right?

As for me... I'm just an old dog, not too desperately fond of new tricks, who is hoping to find a way back home. And with enough time, I'm guessing we will. Just have to heave to until then, and stay out of your universe's way.

I hope you're feeling better, and I'll let you get back to whatever it was you were up to before I went and stuck my nose in. But thanks for the conversation, and take care of yourself.

[just_uhura]

From: Lieutenant Uhura, USS Enterprise - native
To: Montgomery Scott, USS Enterprise - displaced

Thank you. But it's not an intrusion. I mean it's odd because I always assumed if alternate realities blended into another, the universe would implode or something. But... it's not horrible having any of you around. Just something to think about, which isn't a bad thing.

[dctr_mccoy]

Good evening, ma'am. We still on for breakfast?

[just_uhura]

Absolutely Leo, just try and keep me away.

[dctr_mccoy]

Great - see you tomorrow then. And real syrup... I know they have some in the kitchen, mention my name if you have to. They'll give it to you.

[original_fine]

Uhura, your questions make absolute sense to me. I hope you don't mind my thoughts on the subject.

You aren't Uhura. I'm not your Jim Kirk. I've spoken to him long enough to know that we turned out differently, though the similarities are disconcerting. As are, indeed, the differences. But I don't believe in fate.

What I *do* believe is that the best of us make our own destinies, choosing the path we think is right and good. And if, in two separate but very similar universes, you and my Uhura chose the same path, all that says to me is that you were both endowed with intelligence, skill, and a desire to make a difference. That's not fate. That's your better natures working in concert.

[just_uhura]

Of course not, Captain. Your thoughts are always welcome.

I like that way of thinking. It's just difficult not to get too curious about another version of yourself, although I'm sure it's been a lot stranger for you actually being face to face with your counterpart.

But flattery is clearly a Kirk talent in any universe.

[original_fine]

It's not flattery when it's true, Lieutenant. Or at least, it should get a pass.

And there's no reason you shouldn't be curious. It's only natural, after all. Then again, I've had... rather a lot of experience, coming fact to face with myself. At least I'm not evil this time.

[just_uhura]

I think I speak for everyone when I say thank the gods. Normal Kirks I can handle. If evil versions of you start coming out I might have to start getting physical.