[ It's not fear (maybe a little fear, shh, but not for him) rather logic. Spock's home here has not yet been compromised and could serve as a safehaven. Although, Pavel's right not to try and host small-talk. The commander isn't one to indulge in it, especially when it could contain Federation intel and draw attention to themselves. He waits until they are inside his new residence to gesture to the nearby table for the navigator to utilize with his bag on necessities. ]
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Begin wherever you see fit, Mr. Chekov.