If only McCoy knew she thought that. What an ego boost for the guy who serves on board with one of the most... adventurous captains in the fleet. And who frequently has to deal with the aftermath, which has earned Kirk repeated lectures, even this early on in their tour.

Lower, lower, and he pauses after pressing a kiss to the crest of her pubic bone, and glances up. His blue eyes are curious and cheerful, his expression questioning - is she alright with this, should he go on?