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Chekov found himself doing a double take when he saw the Starfleet officer approach him. There was no doubt that it was Spock....but not the Spock he knew. He gave a simple nod in acknowledgement when he remembered his manners.

"Lieutenant Pavel Chekov," he replied and quite proud to state the fact he was a lieutenant. He tilted his head in a curious manner at the other man's statement. This meant that more of his crew could be here? "Who else is here?"