[Spock considers Loki for a moment... Then nods.]

It was no maiden... it was my Captain. To borrow a human phrase, we 'have a history'. He is my friend, and commanding officer. Working together has given me an opportunity to explore and deepen our relationship.... but then I realized that I cared for my Captain beyond that of friendship. My mind... my mind recognized Jim as T'hy'la.. soulmate.
Four months ago during the amnesia shift, my mental barriers were down.. when I came into contact with Jim, I accidentally created a mental link, bonding us together.
[Spock's hands trembled around the cup of tea, so he moved them to hide under the table.]
I kept it secret from him. He knew there was a link, a connection between the two of us, but he did not understand what it meant. And I did not explain for fear of his disgust and rejection.
I was content to let it be.... however, the shift we experienced during Valentines forced me to act. The bond craved physical contact... and I gave in.
For a moment, I... I thought he had accepted it...but then.... [Spock swallowed, and looked down..]... he ran away from me.

[Have a miserable Vulcan... and congrats Loki, you're the first one to know in complete detail.]