1 00:00:03,670 --> 00:00:07,466 Picard: Captain's log, stardate 44741 .9. 2 00:00:07,966 --> 00:00:09,635 We have arrived at tagus III, 3 00:00:09,843 --> 00:00:11,845 where the enterprise is to serve as host 4 00:00:12,054 --> 00:00:15,891 for the federation archeology council's symposium. 5 00:00:16,099 --> 00:00:18,519 I look forward to giving tomorrow's keynote address 6 00:00:18,727 --> 00:00:21,104 with great anticipation. 7 00:00:22,231 --> 00:00:23,440 [Doorbell chimes] 8 00:00:23,607 --> 00:00:25,108 Come. 9 00:00:27,903 --> 00:00:29,112 I thought you'd like to know, 10 00:00:29,321 --> 00:00:31,073 the council members have beamed aboard 11 00:00:31,281 --> 00:00:33,242 and been assigned their quarters. 12 00:00:33,450 --> 00:00:35,285 Excellent. 13 00:00:35,577 --> 00:00:38,622 Captain, it really is quite late. 14 00:00:38,830 --> 00:00:40,749 Tell me, counselor, with regard to my lecture, 15 00:00:40,958 --> 00:00:43,460 what do you think will provide the greater clarity: 16 00:00:43,669 --> 00:00:45,003 A chronological structure 17 00:00:45,212 --> 00:00:48,882 or the division of each expedition's findings 18 00:00:49,091 --> 00:00:53,095 into various religious, sociological and environmental subgroupings? 19 00:00:53,303 --> 00:00:57,266 I thought you'd already decided on a chronological structure. 20 00:00:58,016 --> 00:01:01,144 There is something to be said for a more scientific approach. 21 00:01:02,312 --> 00:01:05,482 - May I make a suggestion? - By all means. 22 00:01:05,691 --> 00:01:06,942 Relax. 23 00:01:07,150 --> 00:01:11,655 - You've written a brilliant speech. - Hmm. 24 00:01:11,822 --> 00:01:12,864 It will need to be. 25 00:01:13,073 --> 00:01:15,834 Tomorrow I'm gonna be addressing some of the greatest scientific minds 26 00:01:16,034 --> 00:01:17,077 in the federation. 27 00:01:17,286 --> 00:01:21,123 Switzer. Klarc-tarn-droth. Mcfarland. 28 00:01:21,331 --> 00:01:22,958 Giants in the field of archeology. 29 00:01:23,166 --> 00:01:26,587 Compared to them, I'm just an enthusiastic amateur. 30 00:01:26,795 --> 00:01:30,799 I doubt they see you as an amateur. Not when it comes to tagus III. 31 00:01:31,008 --> 00:01:34,094 Well, it's true. I have done my homework. 32 00:01:34,678 --> 00:01:38,140 I have examined the findings of every archeological expedition 33 00:01:38,348 --> 00:01:40,142 conducted on the planet's surface. 34 00:01:40,350 --> 00:01:44,479 It is unfortunate the tagans no longer allow outsiders to visit the ruins. 35 00:01:44,688 --> 00:01:48,025 Indeed. Especially since we know so little about their origins. 36 00:01:48,233 --> 00:01:50,068 But I think... 37 00:01:50,277 --> 00:01:53,989 I think that I have constructed some plausible theories of my own. 38 00:01:54,197 --> 00:01:56,908 And I'm sure the council members will agree with you. 39 00:01:57,117 --> 00:01:59,328 Your support is appreciated, counselor. 40 00:01:59,536 --> 00:02:01,955 Now good night, captain. 41 00:02:43,955 --> 00:02:45,499 Vash: Bring back any memories? 42 00:02:48,835 --> 00:02:50,379 How did you get in here? 43 00:02:52,422 --> 00:02:54,758 I came in through the window. 44 00:03:09,981 --> 00:03:11,316 [Artifact thumps] 45 00:03:44,099 --> 00:03:48,186 Picard: Space, the final frontier. 46 00:03:48,937 --> 00:03:52,774 These are the voyages of the starship enterprise. 47 00:03:52,983 --> 00:03:58,280 Its continuing mission: To explore strange new worlds, 48 00:03:58,488 --> 00:04:02,617 to seek out new life and new civilizations, 49 00:04:03,076 --> 00:04:07,664 to boldly go where no one has gone before. 50 00:05:11,394 --> 00:05:14,815 I had no idea you were a member of the archeology council. 51 00:05:18,568 --> 00:05:19,986 You are a member, 52 00:05:20,445 --> 00:05:23,240 - aren't you? - More or less. 53 00:05:25,116 --> 00:05:26,827 Why did you come to tagus III? 54 00:05:27,577 --> 00:05:29,454 To see you, of course. 55 00:05:29,663 --> 00:05:31,122 Is that the only reason? 56 00:05:31,331 --> 00:05:32,749 Isn't it enough? 57 00:05:33,917 --> 00:05:35,377 I wish I could believe you. 58 00:05:38,922 --> 00:05:41,174 I really have missed you, Jean-Luc. 59 00:05:44,553 --> 00:05:46,346 [Doorbell chimes] 60 00:05:51,685 --> 00:05:53,311 Excuse me. 61 00:05:55,397 --> 00:05:56,523 I'm sorry I'm late. 62 00:06:00,986 --> 00:06:02,696 Excuse me. 63 00:06:02,904 --> 00:06:05,115 I didn't realize you had company. 64 00:06:05,323 --> 00:06:07,409 Uh, that's all right. Allow me to introduce you. 65 00:06:07,617 --> 00:06:10,787 This is, uh, Beverly. Dr. Beverly. Dr. Beverly crusher. 66 00:06:10,996 --> 00:06:13,081 This is, urn, vash. 67 00:06:13,290 --> 00:06:15,417 She's a friend of mine from the archeology council. 68 00:06:15,959 --> 00:06:17,544 I didn't mean to interrupt. 69 00:06:17,752 --> 00:06:20,630 The captain and I often share morning tea together. 70 00:06:20,839 --> 00:06:22,090 Vash: Yes, I know. 71 00:06:22,299 --> 00:06:24,509 Jean-Luc has told me all about you. 72 00:06:24,718 --> 00:06:26,803 Really? 73 00:06:27,721 --> 00:06:29,222 When was that? 74 00:06:29,431 --> 00:06:31,266 On risa. Where we met. 75 00:06:31,474 --> 00:06:33,018 I see. 76 00:06:34,561 --> 00:06:37,272 Well, that must have been during your vacation last year. 77 00:06:41,443 --> 00:06:44,946 Well, I am surprised he didn't mention you. 78 00:06:46,323 --> 00:06:48,158 So am I. 79 00:06:52,162 --> 00:06:53,663 Doctor, are you busy? 80 00:06:54,164 --> 00:06:56,333 - Not at the moment. - I was wondering... 81 00:06:56,541 --> 00:06:59,294 I would love to see some more of this marvelous ship. 82 00:06:59,502 --> 00:07:01,963 I would be delighted to show it to you. 83 00:07:03,882 --> 00:07:08,178 That is, if it's all right with you, Jean-Luc. 84 00:07:08,845 --> 00:07:10,347 Of course. 85 00:07:21,691 --> 00:07:25,111 Don't worry. I promise to behave myself. 86 00:07:34,871 --> 00:07:36,414 And this is ten-forward, 87 00:07:36,623 --> 00:07:39,459 where the council's welcoming reception will be held today. 88 00:07:39,668 --> 00:07:42,796 Well, I can't think of a better location. 89 00:07:43,880 --> 00:07:45,715 Tell me, does Jean-Luc come here often? 90 00:07:45,924 --> 00:07:49,219 Crusher: Not often. The captain is a very private man. 91 00:07:49,427 --> 00:07:52,389 - Would you like something to drink? - Please. 92 00:07:57,394 --> 00:07:59,896 [All chattering] 93 00:08:00,355 --> 00:08:02,524 Eternity never looked so lovely. 94 00:08:02,732 --> 00:08:05,485 - Excuse me? - I was referring to the view. 95 00:08:05,694 --> 00:08:08,530 Eternity never looked so lovely. 96 00:08:09,990 --> 00:08:12,117 You must be commander riker. 97 00:08:13,910 --> 00:08:15,620 I'm afraid you have me at a disadvantage. 98 00:08:15,829 --> 00:08:17,205 I didn't mean to interrupt. 99 00:08:17,414 --> 00:08:20,417 I believe you were about to tell me 100 00:08:20,625 --> 00:08:24,045 that my eyes are as mysterious as the stars. 101 00:08:25,088 --> 00:08:27,674 - You're a betazoid. - Heh. Not at all. 102 00:08:27,882 --> 00:08:31,302 It's just that Jean-Luc does a very good imitation of you. 103 00:08:31,511 --> 00:08:33,013 - He does? - Mm. 104 00:08:33,221 --> 00:08:35,432 I see you two have met. 105 00:08:36,474 --> 00:08:38,226 Not exactly. 106 00:08:38,435 --> 00:08:41,604 This is vash, a member of the archeology council. 107 00:08:41,813 --> 00:08:43,189 And a friend of the captain's. 108 00:08:43,732 --> 00:08:47,277 - So I gathered. - They met during his visit to risa. 109 00:08:48,987 --> 00:08:51,239 That vacation must have been better than he let on. 110 00:08:51,448 --> 00:08:53,950 You mean he never mentioned me to you either? 111 00:08:54,159 --> 00:08:56,870 Man [over com]: Dr. Crusher, please report to sickbay. 112 00:08:57,078 --> 00:09:00,123 I'm afraid I won't be able to finish our tour. 113 00:09:01,166 --> 00:09:04,085 But perhaps commander riker could take over for me. 114 00:09:04,294 --> 00:09:06,212 It would be my pleasure. 115 00:09:08,673 --> 00:09:10,050 This is the main bridge, 116 00:09:10,258 --> 00:09:13,261 the command center of the enterprise and our last stop. 117 00:09:13,470 --> 00:09:14,721 Vash, commander la forge... 118 00:09:14,929 --> 00:09:16,097 - Vash. Hello. Vash: Hello. 119 00:09:16,306 --> 00:09:17,640 - Commander data. Vash: Hello. 120 00:09:17,849 --> 00:09:20,643 - How do you do? - And this is lieutenant worf. 121 00:09:20,852 --> 00:09:23,313 - Hello. - Something wrong, lieutenant? 122 00:09:23,521 --> 00:09:25,940 I have not been informed council members have been granted 123 00:09:26,149 --> 00:09:29,110 - bridge clearance. - I think we can make an exception. 124 00:09:29,319 --> 00:09:31,988 Vash is a guest of the captain. 125 00:09:33,073 --> 00:09:35,825 - Welcome aboard. - Thank you. 126 00:09:40,246 --> 00:09:42,123 Is this where Jean-Luc sits? 127 00:09:42,332 --> 00:09:44,334 Riker: That's the big chair. 128 00:09:55,762 --> 00:10:00,100 Well, I can see where being a starship captain has its rewards. 129 00:10:02,685 --> 00:10:04,187 I'm glad that you approve. 130 00:10:09,275 --> 00:10:12,153 I suppose I'll go back to my room now and get ready for the reception. 131 00:10:12,362 --> 00:10:14,030 By all means. 132 00:10:15,907 --> 00:10:20,120 Well, I suppose I'll see you then, then. 133 00:10:20,745 --> 00:10:22,914 I look forward to it. 134 00:10:34,050 --> 00:10:35,176 Fascinating woman. 135 00:10:44,310 --> 00:10:45,520 I don't understand. 136 00:10:45,728 --> 00:10:49,399 I thought being the ship's counselor meant the captain confided in you. 137 00:10:49,607 --> 00:10:52,694 He does, when he thinks it's necessary. 138 00:10:52,902 --> 00:10:55,738 And he never spoke to you about me? 139 00:10:56,197 --> 00:10:58,366 Not that I recall. 140 00:10:58,700 --> 00:11:00,410 Not even a hint? 141 00:11:00,618 --> 00:11:03,121 You must understand, the captain is a very 142 00:11:03,329 --> 00:11:05,540 - private man. - Private man. 143 00:11:05,748 --> 00:11:07,417 I know. 144 00:11:08,459 --> 00:11:11,254 - Excuse me? - Of course. 145 00:11:16,467 --> 00:11:18,219 Nice legs. 146 00:11:19,429 --> 00:11:20,680 For a human. 147 00:11:20,889 --> 00:11:24,392 - But, unfortunately... - Vash: Jean-Luc, we need to talk. 148 00:11:25,602 --> 00:11:27,270 Excuse me. 149 00:11:30,106 --> 00:11:32,066 Well, the reception seems to be going well. 150 00:11:32,275 --> 00:11:33,985 Forget the reception for a moment. 151 00:11:34,194 --> 00:11:36,196 Why have you never mentioned me to your friends? 152 00:11:37,697 --> 00:11:39,115 What would you have me tell them? 153 00:11:39,324 --> 00:11:41,826 That we met, for one thing. That we had an adventure together. 154 00:11:42,035 --> 00:11:43,835 - Some fun. - Picard: It wouldn't be possible. 155 00:11:43,912 --> 00:11:45,371 Why not? 156 00:11:45,997 --> 00:11:47,957 It would be, uh, 157 00:11:49,792 --> 00:11:50,960 inappropriate. 158 00:11:51,169 --> 00:11:54,297 I wasn't expecting you to go into intimate details. 159 00:11:54,505 --> 00:11:59,177 A captain does not reveal his personal feelings to his crew. 160 00:11:59,385 --> 00:12:01,429 Is that a starfleet regulation? 161 00:12:01,638 --> 00:12:04,015 Or did you just make that up yourself? 162 00:12:04,807 --> 00:12:06,434 I'm sorry if you're upset. 163 00:12:06,643 --> 00:12:09,020 And I'm sorry if my being here embarrasses you. 164 00:12:16,569 --> 00:12:19,489 - Riker: How was the reception? - Splendid. 165 00:12:24,118 --> 00:12:26,454 Jean-Luc, it's wonderful to see you again. 166 00:12:26,663 --> 00:12:29,624 How about a big hug? 167 00:12:36,965 --> 00:12:39,467 Well, don't just stand there, say something. 168 00:12:39,676 --> 00:12:40,885 Get out of my chair. 169 00:12:41,094 --> 00:12:44,138 Oh. And I was hoping for something more along the lines of: 170 00:12:44,347 --> 00:12:47,267 "Welcome back, o. It's a pleasure to see you again, my old friend." 171 00:12:47,475 --> 00:12:51,396 - We're not friends. - You wound me, mon capitaine. 172 00:12:51,562 --> 00:12:52,730 [Snaps] 173 00:12:52,897 --> 00:12:56,985 There. Perhaps now your manners will show some improvement. 174 00:12:57,193 --> 00:12:58,987 What brings you here, q? 175 00:12:59,195 --> 00:13:01,322 Have you been banished by the continuum once again? 176 00:13:01,531 --> 00:13:02,907 Oh, hardly. 177 00:13:03,116 --> 00:13:05,285 They're still apologizing to me for the last time. 178 00:13:05,493 --> 00:13:06,661 Then what is it you want? 179 00:13:06,869 --> 00:13:09,414 Do I always have to have a reason to stop by? 180 00:13:09,622 --> 00:13:12,166 I was merely in the sector. I was, uh... 181 00:13:12,333 --> 00:13:13,584 [Chuckles] 182 00:13:13,751 --> 00:13:15,670 Oh, you force a confession from me. 183 00:13:15,878 --> 00:13:18,423 The truth is, I have a debt to repay. 184 00:13:18,631 --> 00:13:20,383 - A debt? - To you. 185 00:13:20,591 --> 00:13:24,679 And it gnaws at me. And it interferes with each of my days. 186 00:13:24,887 --> 00:13:26,764 I have no idea what you're talking about. 187 00:13:27,390 --> 00:13:29,190 Without your assistance in our last encounter, 188 00:13:29,392 --> 00:13:30,852 I would never have survived. 189 00:13:31,060 --> 00:13:33,062 I would have taken my own life but for you. 190 00:13:33,271 --> 00:13:34,856 We all make mistakes. 191 00:13:36,107 --> 00:13:40,069 Your good deed made possible my reinstatement in the continuum. 192 00:13:40,278 --> 00:13:42,363 And I resent owing you anything. 193 00:13:42,572 --> 00:13:45,366 So I'm here to pay up. 194 00:13:45,575 --> 00:13:48,369 Tell me, what is it you wish? And I'll be gone. 195 00:13:48,578 --> 00:13:50,997 Just be gone. That'll do nicely. 196 00:13:51,205 --> 00:13:54,667 No, no, no. It has to be something more, more, uh, constructive. 197 00:13:54,876 --> 00:13:56,127 That's my new word for the day. 198 00:13:56,336 --> 00:13:57,587 Some other time, q. 199 00:13:57,795 --> 00:13:59,881 Right now I have other matters to attend to. 200 00:14:00,256 --> 00:14:01,716 Yes, your speech. I read it. 201 00:14:01,924 --> 00:14:04,719 It's dull, plodding, pedantic, much like yourself. 202 00:14:06,387 --> 00:14:09,015 I could help you with it. 203 00:14:09,223 --> 00:14:10,892 No, thank you. 204 00:14:11,768 --> 00:14:15,313 You've never actually been to the ruins at tagus III, have you? 205 00:14:19,317 --> 00:14:21,361 They were sealed off more than a century ago. 206 00:14:21,569 --> 00:14:24,947 Well, that explains it, then. 207 00:14:25,198 --> 00:14:28,409 How can you write about something that you've never seen? 208 00:14:28,618 --> 00:14:31,954 I know, why don't I take you there? 209 00:14:35,333 --> 00:14:38,419 Out of the question. That would mean breaking taguan law. 210 00:14:38,628 --> 00:14:41,464 Must you always be so ethical? 211 00:14:42,048 --> 00:14:44,217 I suppose we could travel back in time. 212 00:14:44,425 --> 00:14:47,720 You could see what tagus was like 2 billion years ago. 213 00:14:47,929 --> 00:14:51,557 They really knew how to party back in those days. 214 00:14:51,766 --> 00:14:55,561 My answer is still no. My lecture will have to stand on its own. 215 00:14:55,770 --> 00:14:58,648 And now will you please leave my ship? 216 00:14:58,856 --> 00:15:00,566 You are simply the most impossible person 217 00:15:00,775 --> 00:15:02,860 to buy a gift for. 218 00:15:07,156 --> 00:15:09,992 Commander riker, will you report to my ready room? 219 00:15:18,000 --> 00:15:21,671 - Yes, captain? - I've just been paid a visit from q. 220 00:15:22,130 --> 00:15:24,715 Q? Any idea what he's up to? 221 00:15:24,924 --> 00:15:27,927 He wants to do something nice for me. 222 00:15:28,928 --> 00:15:30,847 I'll alert the crew. 223 00:15:39,355 --> 00:15:41,023 Captain. 224 00:15:49,407 --> 00:15:50,450 [Doorbell chimes] 225 00:15:50,616 --> 00:15:51,993 Vash: Who's there? 226 00:15:52,201 --> 00:15:53,661 It's me. 227 00:15:53,870 --> 00:15:55,371 Vash: Who? 228 00:15:56,205 --> 00:15:57,874 Jean-Luc. 229 00:15:59,125 --> 00:16:01,461 - Yes? - May I come in? 230 00:16:08,593 --> 00:16:10,344 Let me try to explain. 231 00:16:12,513 --> 00:16:17,226 I am by no means embarrassed by your presence here. 232 00:16:18,352 --> 00:16:20,271 On the contrary. 233 00:16:23,941 --> 00:16:25,693 What's this? 234 00:16:25,902 --> 00:16:27,904 A map of the ruins? 235 00:16:30,323 --> 00:16:31,866 [Picard sighs] 236 00:16:32,033 --> 00:16:34,994 Thought that I was the only reason you came to tagus. 237 00:16:36,120 --> 00:16:39,207 I never fooled you for a second. 238 00:16:41,459 --> 00:16:44,212 Still, you are the most important reason. 239 00:16:44,420 --> 00:16:45,922 Am I? 240 00:16:47,590 --> 00:16:50,843 That's the problem with being such a well-known liar. 241 00:16:51,052 --> 00:16:54,096 Even when I'm telling the truth, no one believes me. 242 00:17:10,238 --> 00:17:11,948 This equipment will have to be confiscated. 243 00:17:12,281 --> 00:17:14,283 Is that necessary? 244 00:17:18,663 --> 00:17:20,540 If the tagans were to catch you down there... 245 00:17:20,748 --> 00:17:22,250 Oh, come on. 246 00:17:22,458 --> 00:17:24,877 You gave me the same warning about sarathong v. 247 00:17:25,086 --> 00:17:27,380 - I remember. - It didn't stop me from going there. 248 00:17:27,588 --> 00:17:29,924 I brought back some very impressive artifacts too. 249 00:17:30,132 --> 00:17:32,718 Which no doubt you sold for a very impressive profit. 250 00:17:32,927 --> 00:17:34,387 That's what I do. 251 00:17:35,054 --> 00:17:37,181 Not on board my ship. I will not allow it. 252 00:17:37,390 --> 00:17:39,110 Let's get one thing straight though, picard. 253 00:17:39,308 --> 00:17:42,186 Icannotchange who I am for you or anyone else. 254 00:17:42,645 --> 00:17:44,480 Nor can I change who I am. 255 00:17:46,816 --> 00:17:49,318 Then we have nothing more to say to one another. 256 00:17:53,990 --> 00:17:55,825 So it would seem. 257 00:18:17,930 --> 00:18:19,140 Sleeping alone? 258 00:18:21,684 --> 00:18:24,312 I'm in no mood for your foolishness, q. 259 00:18:24,520 --> 00:18:26,360 I knew there was something different about you. 260 00:18:26,564 --> 00:18:30,234 You seem tense, preoccupied. Somewhat smaller. 261 00:18:30,443 --> 00:18:33,654 I thought it was that horrible lecture of yours, but I was mistaken. 262 00:18:33,863 --> 00:18:38,034 Whatever game it is you want to play will have to wait until tomorrow. 263 00:18:38,242 --> 00:18:41,662 I had such high hopes for you, picard. 264 00:18:41,871 --> 00:18:45,625 I thought you were a bit more evolved than the rest of your species. 265 00:18:46,000 --> 00:18:48,586 But now I realize you're just as weak as all the others. 266 00:18:48,794 --> 00:18:51,339 Still, it pains me to see the great Jean-Luc picard 267 00:18:51,547 --> 00:18:54,800 brought down by a woman. 268 00:18:55,718 --> 00:18:57,720 - What woman? - Heh. 269 00:18:57,887 --> 00:19:00,514 Don't play coy with me, captain. 270 00:19:00,723 --> 00:19:03,851 I witnessed your little spat with vash. 271 00:19:04,518 --> 00:19:06,718 Nor will I soon forget the look of anguish on your face. 272 00:19:06,896 --> 00:19:09,023 The pain, the misery. 273 00:19:09,231 --> 00:19:10,900 If I didn't know better, 274 00:19:11,067 --> 00:19:14,403 [whispers] I would have thought you were already married. 275 00:19:16,906 --> 00:19:18,032 You must be very bored, q. 276 00:19:18,240 --> 00:19:20,159 Your imagination is running away with you. 277 00:19:20,368 --> 00:19:22,048 [In normal voice] This human emotion, love, 278 00:19:22,203 --> 00:19:23,996 it's a dangerous thing, picard, 279 00:19:24,205 --> 00:19:26,457 and obviously, you're ill-equipped to handle it. 280 00:19:26,666 --> 00:19:29,251 She's found a vulnerability in you. 281 00:19:29,460 --> 00:19:32,797 A vulnerability I've been looking for, for years. 282 00:19:33,089 --> 00:19:37,218 If I had known sooner, I would have appeared as a female. 283 00:19:40,513 --> 00:19:44,558 Mark my words, picard, this is your achilles' heel. 284 00:19:44,767 --> 00:19:45,893 Believe what you wish. 285 00:19:46,102 --> 00:19:49,146 You deny that you care for this woman? 286 00:19:51,565 --> 00:19:55,736 Believe me, I'd be doing you a big favor if I turned her into a klabian eel. 287 00:19:55,945 --> 00:19:57,363 Stay away from her, q. 288 00:19:57,571 --> 00:19:59,949 Heh, I was just trying to help. 289 00:20:00,157 --> 00:20:03,202 - My debt to you... - Is hereby nullified. 290 00:20:03,411 --> 00:20:07,915 I don't want your help, your advice, your favors, or for that matter, you. 291 00:20:08,124 --> 00:20:10,084 Do you understand, once and for all? 292 00:20:11,460 --> 00:20:14,797 You would have me stand idly by as she led you to your destruction? 293 00:20:17,967 --> 00:20:19,844 As you wish. 294 00:20:25,641 --> 00:20:27,643 [All chattering] 295 00:20:38,028 --> 00:20:39,071 Ladies and gentlemen, 296 00:20:39,280 --> 00:20:42,408 members of the archeology council, welcome. 297 00:20:43,534 --> 00:20:45,202 Mystery. 298 00:20:45,536 --> 00:20:51,542 It is the mystery of tagus III that brings us here together today. 299 00:20:51,751 --> 00:20:55,212 It is a mystery that has invited more argument, 300 00:20:55,421 --> 00:21:00,801 more deduction, more speculation than the best works of fiction. 301 00:21:01,010 --> 00:21:03,763 And if you will excuse the conceit, 302 00:21:03,971 --> 00:21:08,434 I want to tell you about my detective story. 303 00:21:08,726 --> 00:21:11,395 For several years now, I have been trying to unravel 304 00:21:11,604 --> 00:21:13,439 - the secrets of tagus III. - Psst. 305 00:21:13,606 --> 00:21:15,566 Picard: Needless to say, I have not succeeded. 306 00:21:15,733 --> 00:21:18,736 However I have, I believe, turned up some new information 307 00:21:18,944 --> 00:21:22,364 that, if nothing else, only raises a new set of mysteries, 308 00:21:22,573 --> 00:21:25,284 and I hope that we can discuss them here together. 309 00:21:25,493 --> 00:21:30,498 There have been 94? Known archeological excavations 310 00:21:30,706 --> 00:21:32,291 conducted on the planet's surface. 311 00:21:32,500 --> 00:21:35,419 Of those, some 74 are generally believed 312 00:21:35,628 --> 00:21:38,839 to have revealed findings of major importance. 313 00:21:39,048 --> 00:21:41,926 The earliest was some 22,000 years ago... 314 00:21:42,092 --> 00:21:43,552 [Crowd murmuring] 315 00:21:46,972 --> 00:21:48,933 What the...? 316 00:22:11,038 --> 00:22:12,873 Is this tagus III? 317 00:22:13,082 --> 00:22:15,376 I doubt there are many oak trees on tagus. 318 00:22:15,584 --> 00:22:19,088 No, I think this is supposed to be earth. 319 00:22:19,296 --> 00:22:23,384 Somewhere around about the 12th century. 320 00:22:23,592 --> 00:22:25,511 And this is england, or to be more precise, 321 00:22:25,719 --> 00:22:28,556 Sherwood forest. At least q's recreation of it. 322 00:22:28,764 --> 00:22:32,059 - That would explain these costumes. - Quite right, number one. 323 00:22:32,268 --> 00:22:34,728 Or, should I say, John little. 324 00:22:34,937 --> 00:22:36,897 Well, if he's little John, that makes you... 325 00:22:37,106 --> 00:22:39,358 I know. Robin hood. 326 00:22:39,567 --> 00:22:43,571 Sir, I protest. I am not a merry man. 327 00:22:43,779 --> 00:22:45,573 On the contrary, lieutenant worf. 328 00:22:45,781 --> 00:22:49,076 Your clothing identifies you with the character of will Scarlett. 329 00:22:49,285 --> 00:22:52,246 Just as geordi's mandolin identifies him as Allan a Dale. 330 00:22:52,454 --> 00:22:56,208 And you, Mr. Data, bear a striking resemblance to friar tuck. 331 00:22:56,959 --> 00:23:00,671 I will not play the fool for q's amusement! 332 00:23:01,338 --> 00:23:02,631 [Horse whinnies in distance] 333 00:23:10,472 --> 00:23:14,184 I have you at last, Robin hood. 334 00:23:18,022 --> 00:23:20,524 [Worf grunting] 335 00:23:30,868 --> 00:23:32,912 Quick, into the forest. 336 00:23:34,580 --> 00:23:37,207 Mr. Worf, that's an order. 337 00:23:41,837 --> 00:23:43,464 [Soldiers shouting indistinctly] 338 00:23:47,927 --> 00:23:49,803 Guy: Enough, you fools. 339 00:23:50,012 --> 00:23:52,556 We'll never find them in the greenwood. 340 00:23:56,560 --> 00:23:58,562 [All chattering] 341 00:24:04,068 --> 00:24:06,779 I've managed to stop the bleeding. 342 00:24:07,571 --> 00:24:09,156 [Horse whinnies in distance] 343 00:24:09,365 --> 00:24:10,908 [Hooves clopping] 344 00:24:24,171 --> 00:24:25,631 It's about time you showed up. 345 00:24:25,839 --> 00:24:27,299 I would prefer if you addressed me 346 00:24:27,508 --> 00:24:29,969 as his honor, the high sheriff of Nottingham. 347 00:24:30,177 --> 00:24:33,389 We will no longer share in this pointless fantasy of yours. 348 00:24:33,597 --> 00:24:35,683 Fine, stay here and do nothing. 349 00:24:35,891 --> 00:24:39,687 By midday tomorrow, your crew will be safely aboard their ship. 350 00:24:39,895 --> 00:24:43,983 Of course, you will have to accept the consequences of your inaction. 351 00:24:44,566 --> 00:24:45,985 Consequences? 352 00:24:46,193 --> 00:24:49,530 What is the one thing that Robin hood is most famous for? 353 00:24:49,738 --> 00:24:51,740 He robs from the rich and gives to the poor. 354 00:24:54,868 --> 00:24:57,413 Perhaps you are referring to the rescue of maid Marian 355 00:24:57,621 --> 00:25:00,249 - from Nottingham castle. Q: Yes, data. 356 00:25:00,457 --> 00:25:03,877 And it just so happens that sir guy of gisbourne 357 00:25:04,086 --> 00:25:07,923 has decreed that Marian's head shall come off tomorrow at noon. 358 00:25:11,635 --> 00:25:13,387 Q: It's your choice, Robin. 359 00:25:13,595 --> 00:25:17,224 You can either take your ease in this sylvan glade 360 00:25:17,433 --> 00:25:20,227 or risk your life to save the woman you care nothing about. 361 00:25:20,436 --> 00:25:22,896 My feelings toward vash are irrelevant. 362 00:25:23,105 --> 00:25:26,108 I would attempt to save any innocent life, as you well know. 363 00:25:26,775 --> 00:25:28,360 Yes, but what about your merry men? 364 00:25:28,569 --> 00:25:31,071 Are you willing to jeopardize their lives as well? 365 00:25:31,280 --> 00:25:36,577 Is vash's life worth more than data's or troi's or worf's? 366 00:25:36,785 --> 00:25:40,289 Worf, you'd make a perfect throw rug in Nottingham castle. 367 00:25:41,123 --> 00:25:43,917 Q, I ask you to put an end to this before someone gets hurt. 368 00:25:44,126 --> 00:25:45,335 Oh, that's impossible. 369 00:25:45,544 --> 00:25:49,089 You see, I've given this fantasy, as you call it, a life of its own. 370 00:25:49,298 --> 00:25:52,051 I have no more idea of what's going to happen than you do. 371 00:25:52,634 --> 00:25:56,305 But of one thing I'm absolutely sure: 372 00:25:56,930 --> 00:25:59,475 If you dare come to Nottingham castle, 373 00:25:59,683 --> 00:26:02,478 blood will be spilled. 374 00:26:14,948 --> 00:26:18,994 Oh, you'll wear yourself out with all that pacing, my lady. 375 00:26:19,203 --> 00:26:21,288 I told you to stop calling me that, the name is vash. 376 00:26:21,497 --> 00:26:26,502 Oh, my poor lamb, you've got a brain sickness for sure. 377 00:26:26,710 --> 00:26:29,630 Oh, can't I get you something to ease your suffering? 378 00:26:29,838 --> 00:26:31,215 I could use a drink. 379 00:26:31,423 --> 00:26:33,759 Well, iwasn't thinking of spirits, my lady. 380 00:26:33,967 --> 00:26:37,513 But I have some nice fresh leeches. 381 00:26:40,182 --> 00:26:42,935 - To drain the fever. Vash: Out. 382 00:26:43,143 --> 00:26:45,187 - Get out. 383 00:26:46,271 --> 00:26:49,233 Oh, her mind's in an awful turmoil, sir guy. 384 00:26:49,441 --> 00:26:50,609 Who the hell are you? 385 00:26:50,818 --> 00:26:53,946 Oh, my lady, everyone in Nottingham knows. 386 00:26:54,154 --> 00:26:55,823 Sir guy of gisbourne. 387 00:26:56,031 --> 00:26:57,449 Sir guy of what? 388 00:26:57,658 --> 00:26:59,409 Leave us. 389 00:27:03,455 --> 00:27:06,542 Do not mock me, lady Marian. 390 00:27:06,917 --> 00:27:11,004 I'm prepared to offer you one last chance to change your mind. 391 00:27:12,047 --> 00:27:13,382 Will you marry me? 392 00:27:19,054 --> 00:27:20,180 I see. 393 00:27:21,557 --> 00:27:24,852 Then the execution will proceed as scheduled. 394 00:27:25,060 --> 00:27:26,687 What execution? 395 00:27:28,397 --> 00:27:30,190 I warn you, Marian. 396 00:27:30,399 --> 00:27:32,860 This pathetic attempt at feigning madness 397 00:27:33,068 --> 00:27:34,903 will not save your life. 398 00:27:35,529 --> 00:27:37,447 You mean I'm the one being executed? 399 00:27:38,615 --> 00:27:40,200 Sir guy, wait a minute. 400 00:27:40,409 --> 00:27:42,703 Couldn't we talk this over? 401 00:27:42,911 --> 00:27:46,039 I admit, I haven't been myself lately. 402 00:27:46,248 --> 00:27:49,251 Maybe we've both been a bit hasty. 403 00:27:50,419 --> 00:27:52,087 Please? 404 00:28:12,107 --> 00:28:14,109 [Strumming] 405 00:28:28,081 --> 00:28:29,499 Sorry. 406 00:28:40,594 --> 00:28:42,304 Troi: Data. 407 00:28:44,348 --> 00:28:45,849 Are you all right? 408 00:28:50,729 --> 00:28:54,066 The arrow impacted just above my sixth intercostal support, 409 00:28:54,274 --> 00:28:56,693 penetrating my secondary subprocessor. 410 00:28:56,902 --> 00:29:00,322 Fortunately, none of my biofunctions seem affected. 411 00:29:00,989 --> 00:29:02,574 Do not be concerned, counselor. 412 00:29:03,158 --> 00:29:05,452 I believe your aim is improving. 413 00:29:09,373 --> 00:29:11,750 We've got to get out of here, captain. 414 00:29:11,959 --> 00:29:13,835 Not we, number one. 415 00:29:14,044 --> 00:29:16,421 I want you and the others to stay here until I return. 416 00:29:16,630 --> 00:29:18,590 You're not going to try to save her yourself, sir? 417 00:29:18,799 --> 00:29:19,967 This is not a mission. 418 00:29:20,175 --> 00:29:21,885 It's personal. 419 00:29:22,094 --> 00:29:24,972 It's between o and myself. I don't want the rest of you involved. 420 00:29:25,180 --> 00:29:26,223 Captain... 421 00:29:26,390 --> 00:29:28,225 Picard: You have your orders, commander. 422 00:29:29,101 --> 00:29:31,728 And I expect you to follow them. 423 00:29:45,659 --> 00:29:48,203 A touch sharper, shall we? 424 00:29:58,338 --> 00:30:00,007 Such benevolence, sir guy, 425 00:30:00,215 --> 00:30:03,176 allowing the condemned prisoner a breath of fresh air. 426 00:30:03,385 --> 00:30:05,804 You're mistaken, sheriff. 427 00:30:06,013 --> 00:30:08,515 Maid Marian has promised to be my wife. 428 00:30:08,724 --> 00:30:10,934 What? That's impossible. 429 00:30:11,143 --> 00:30:12,185 Vash: Not at all. 430 00:30:12,394 --> 00:30:14,855 Though I admit, a maiden seldom has the opportunity 431 00:30:15,063 --> 00:30:18,942 to win herself such a noble husband. 432 00:30:25,407 --> 00:30:27,576 A toast. 433 00:30:28,493 --> 00:30:32,247 To the most beautiful bride-to-be in the whole of england. 434 00:30:32,456 --> 00:30:34,374 Don't drink that. 435 00:30:35,083 --> 00:30:36,293 It could be poisoned. 436 00:30:36,501 --> 00:30:38,211 Have you taken leave of your senses? 437 00:30:38,420 --> 00:30:40,213 Foul scheme of Robin hood's. 438 00:30:40,422 --> 00:30:44,092 - She's in league with him, I'll warrant. - Robin hood? 439 00:30:45,052 --> 00:30:47,179 Oh, Robin hood. 440 00:30:47,387 --> 00:30:49,765 Oh, well, that was over long ago. 441 00:30:49,931 --> 00:30:52,726 Oh. All of Nottingham knows you're still in love with him. 442 00:30:52,934 --> 00:30:55,479 That's a lie. He... he bewitched me. 443 00:30:55,687 --> 00:30:57,105 He put me under some evil spell. 444 00:30:57,314 --> 00:30:59,816 I suspected as much. 445 00:31:00,484 --> 00:31:03,528 You can add sorcery to the list of charges against that rogue. 446 00:31:03,737 --> 00:31:06,239 Sir guy, if anyone's been bewitched here, it's you. 447 00:31:06,448 --> 00:31:07,574 Silence. 448 00:31:07,783 --> 00:31:10,952 Any more impudence and it'll be your head on the block. 449 00:31:15,123 --> 00:31:18,085 Escort the lady Marian to her chamber. 450 00:31:18,293 --> 00:31:20,420 But I'd much rather stay here with you. 451 00:31:20,629 --> 00:31:22,172 Of course you would, my child. 452 00:31:22,381 --> 00:31:25,884 But I have important business to attend to. 453 00:31:35,852 --> 00:31:37,312 Lovely creature. 454 00:31:38,230 --> 00:31:39,481 Intriguing. 455 00:31:40,190 --> 00:31:41,942 [Guy chuckles] 456 00:32:05,465 --> 00:32:07,467 [Rustling outside] 457 00:32:14,558 --> 00:32:16,268 One step closer, I'll scream. 458 00:32:16,435 --> 00:32:19,020 [Grunts] 459 00:32:19,187 --> 00:32:22,107 - Vash, damn it, it's me. - Jean-Luc. 460 00:32:22,315 --> 00:32:25,360 Am I glad to see you. You wouldn't believe what I've been going through. 461 00:32:25,569 --> 00:32:28,369 One minute I'm on the enterprise, next thing I know, I'm in Nottingham. 462 00:32:28,572 --> 00:32:30,198 First they're gonna chop my head off, 463 00:32:30,407 --> 00:32:32,534 now I'm supposed to marry someone named sir guy, 464 00:32:32,742 --> 00:32:36,037 and everyone insists on calling me Marian. 465 00:32:36,329 --> 00:32:37,372 Yes, I know. 466 00:32:37,747 --> 00:32:39,374 You do? But how? 467 00:32:44,212 --> 00:32:47,424 My staff and I were brought here by an old adversary of mine named q. 468 00:32:47,632 --> 00:32:49,472 I'll tell you the rest of that when we're safe. 469 00:32:49,676 --> 00:32:51,957 - Come, we don't have much time. - The others are outside? 470 00:32:52,137 --> 00:32:53,977 They're waiting for us back at Sherwood forest. 471 00:32:54,181 --> 00:32:56,261 - You mean you came here alone? - That's right, come. 472 00:32:56,433 --> 00:32:59,073 - What kind of plan is that? - It's an excellent one, if you hurry. 473 00:32:59,269 --> 00:33:01,149 You do realize that our lives are at stake here? 474 00:33:01,313 --> 00:33:03,193 - Only too well. - And this is the best strategy 475 00:33:03,398 --> 00:33:05,638 you could come up with? One man against an entire castle? 476 00:33:05,817 --> 00:33:06,860 You have a better one? 477 00:33:07,152 --> 00:33:10,113 How about this? You go, I'll stay here. 478 00:33:10,322 --> 00:33:12,199 Picard: And do what? 479 00:33:12,574 --> 00:33:14,201 Marry sir guy, if I have to. 480 00:33:14,409 --> 00:33:15,869 Well, that's brilliant. 481 00:33:16,077 --> 00:33:19,539 If there's a way to escape, I'll find it. Eventually. 482 00:33:19,748 --> 00:33:21,625 With my head still attached. 483 00:33:21,833 --> 00:33:23,585 You really believe I would leave you here? 484 00:33:23,793 --> 00:33:25,212 Vash: I can take care of myself. 485 00:33:25,420 --> 00:33:28,215 You are the most stubborn woman I ever knew. 486 00:33:28,423 --> 00:33:29,716 Vash: Hey! 487 00:33:29,925 --> 00:33:33,595 There'll be no escape for you this time, Robin hood. 488 00:33:36,097 --> 00:33:37,766 You stay behind me. 489 00:33:39,768 --> 00:33:41,603 You should have left while you had the chance. 490 00:33:42,479 --> 00:33:44,439 Well done, my dear. 491 00:33:45,565 --> 00:33:48,735 Consider it my wedding gift to you, darling. 492 00:34:18,723 --> 00:34:22,435 Congratulations, sir guy. I see you snared the jackal. 493 00:34:22,644 --> 00:34:25,564 It's Marian who deserves the credit. 494 00:34:26,314 --> 00:34:28,984 Took him with his own sword. 495 00:34:38,827 --> 00:34:40,495 You sent for me, my lady? 496 00:34:40,704 --> 00:34:43,790 I want you take this letter to Robin's men. 497 00:34:43,999 --> 00:34:47,711 You want me to go to Sherwood forest at this time of night? 498 00:34:47,919 --> 00:34:49,170 You'll leave immediately. 499 00:34:49,379 --> 00:34:51,965 But it's dark. I'll get lost. 500 00:34:52,173 --> 00:34:53,300 Besides, it's not safe, 501 00:34:53,508 --> 00:34:56,553 what with all them hedge robbers and worse lurking about. 502 00:34:57,345 --> 00:34:58,930 Please, this is urgent. 503 00:34:59,139 --> 00:35:02,142 If you ask me, you'd be better off with sir guy. 504 00:35:02,350 --> 00:35:03,810 He's got a future. 505 00:35:04,019 --> 00:35:06,021 Why, you'll be living in London before you know it. 506 00:35:06,229 --> 00:35:09,190 But you must go. Otherwise, they'll kill him. 507 00:35:11,067 --> 00:35:14,654 - Out. - How dare you barge in here like this? 508 00:35:14,863 --> 00:35:17,073 I've come to apologize for my harsh words. 509 00:35:17,282 --> 00:35:19,659 I had no idea that you were so ruthless. 510 00:35:19,868 --> 00:35:21,745 That's most gracious of you. 511 00:35:21,953 --> 00:35:25,498 I admit I was surprised, but no more surprised than Jean-Luc. 512 00:35:26,708 --> 00:35:28,501 You're q. 513 00:35:30,128 --> 00:35:33,840 And you are a very interesting woman. 514 00:35:34,758 --> 00:35:37,927 - What is this? - Give that to me. 515 00:35:38,219 --> 00:35:39,971 A letter to riker. 516 00:35:40,180 --> 00:35:41,556 "Quick. 517 00:35:41,765 --> 00:35:44,434 Come to the castle. Save the captain." 518 00:35:44,643 --> 00:35:46,686 Why, this is wonderful. 519 00:35:46,895 --> 00:35:48,730 What marvelous duplicity. 520 00:35:48,938 --> 00:35:51,858 You certainly fooled sir guy and me as well. 521 00:35:52,067 --> 00:35:53,777 I think you're worth further study. 522 00:35:54,402 --> 00:35:55,445 Am I? 523 00:35:55,654 --> 00:35:59,199 Yes, but unfortunately, we just don't have the time. 524 00:35:59,407 --> 00:36:01,242 Guards! 525 00:36:02,994 --> 00:36:05,288 Take this traitor away. 526 00:36:06,998 --> 00:36:11,086 It appears there's going to be a double execution. 527 00:36:39,280 --> 00:36:41,282 Vash: This whole thing is your fault. 528 00:36:41,491 --> 00:36:43,910 - Picard: My fault? - Yes, your fault. 529 00:36:44,119 --> 00:36:47,580 If you hadn't grabbed my sword, we'd be back in Sherwood by now. 530 00:36:47,789 --> 00:36:50,709 I grabbed your sword to prevent you from being killed. 531 00:36:50,917 --> 00:36:52,210 Oh, really? 532 00:36:52,419 --> 00:36:54,254 Not as a wedding present for sir guy? 533 00:36:54,462 --> 00:36:56,631 You know I had no intention of going through with that. 534 00:36:56,840 --> 00:36:58,133 Do I? 535 00:36:58,341 --> 00:36:59,759 You should never have interfered. 536 00:36:59,968 --> 00:37:02,762 - You're the one interfering. - I was just trying to rescue you. 537 00:37:02,971 --> 00:37:04,264 Well, next time, don't bother. 538 00:37:04,472 --> 00:37:06,015 Don't you worry, I won't. 539 00:37:06,224 --> 00:37:08,101 Q: Don't the two of you ever stop arguing? 540 00:37:08,309 --> 00:37:10,770 Now tell me, Robin, as you stand here facing the termination 541 00:37:10,979 --> 00:37:13,106 of your insect existence, 542 00:37:13,314 --> 00:37:15,233 do you see what brought you to this end? 543 00:37:16,693 --> 00:37:18,361 Can we just get this over with? 544 00:37:18,570 --> 00:37:21,489 Are you implying that I'm not worth it? 545 00:37:21,906 --> 00:37:25,785 Q, your game was for my benefit. 546 00:37:25,994 --> 00:37:27,704 She is innocent in all of this. 547 00:37:27,871 --> 00:37:30,457 Q: Heh. She's many things, none of them innocent. 548 00:37:30,665 --> 00:37:33,168 Picard: Let her go. Vash: Jean-Luc, you do care. 549 00:37:33,376 --> 00:37:36,087 Q: A gallant gesture, Robin, but a futile one. 550 00:37:36,296 --> 00:37:39,758 Farewell. I hope the two of you are happy together. 551 00:37:40,508 --> 00:37:44,095 You have been found guilty of outlawry and high treason. 552 00:37:44,304 --> 00:37:47,015 Do you have anything to say before sentence is carried out? 553 00:37:50,602 --> 00:37:52,353 Prepare them for the block. 554 00:37:52,562 --> 00:37:53,938 [Crowd chattering] 555 00:37:56,608 --> 00:37:59,027 There are too many of them. 556 00:37:59,903 --> 00:38:03,156 Data, we need a diversion now. 557 00:38:30,809 --> 00:38:31,935 [Crowd gasping] 558 00:38:32,101 --> 00:38:34,103 [Grunting] 559 00:38:34,813 --> 00:38:37,190 Guards, take Marion to the tower. 560 00:38:51,871 --> 00:38:53,832 [Guard yells] 561 00:38:53,998 --> 00:38:55,083 I'll have you know, 562 00:38:55,250 --> 00:38:58,503 I'm the greatest swordsman in all of Nottingham. 563 00:39:01,506 --> 00:39:03,633 [All grunting] 564 00:39:25,113 --> 00:39:26,739 Very impressive. 565 00:39:40,962 --> 00:39:43,506 There's something you should know. 566 00:39:48,970 --> 00:39:51,264 And what would that be? 567 00:39:51,472 --> 00:39:54,142 I'm not from Nottingham. 568 00:40:12,160 --> 00:40:13,870 Vash: Jean-Luc. 569 00:40:21,586 --> 00:40:23,713 It's over, q! 570 00:40:24,672 --> 00:40:25,798 Get us out of here! 571 00:40:25,965 --> 00:40:27,091 [Sword clangs] 572 00:40:27,258 --> 00:40:29,260 [Q clapping] 573 00:40:30,261 --> 00:40:32,180 My compliments, picard. 574 00:40:32,388 --> 00:40:35,350 I doubt Robin hood himself could have done much better. 575 00:40:35,558 --> 00:40:37,977 If you have hurt any of my people... 576 00:40:38,186 --> 00:40:40,146 Q: Sadly enough, they're all fine. 577 00:40:40,355 --> 00:40:41,995 But my point is, they could've been killed 578 00:40:42,190 --> 00:40:43,316 and so might have you. 579 00:40:43,524 --> 00:40:45,944 All for the love of a maid. 580 00:40:46,319 --> 00:40:48,988 My debt to you, picard, is paid. 581 00:40:49,197 --> 00:40:51,950 If you've learned how weak and vulnerable you really are, 582 00:40:52,158 --> 00:40:55,328 if you finally see how love has brought out the worst in you... 583 00:40:55,536 --> 00:40:59,332 Nonsense, you're absolutely wrong. It's brought out the best in him. 584 00:40:59,540 --> 00:41:01,709 His nobility, courage, 585 00:41:01,918 --> 00:41:06,005 self-sacrifice, tenderness... 586 00:41:06,214 --> 00:41:07,799 Q: Oh, you're good. 587 00:41:08,007 --> 00:41:09,884 You're really good. 588 00:41:10,093 --> 00:41:11,928 Enough of this. 589 00:41:14,973 --> 00:41:16,766 Indeed. 590 00:41:20,395 --> 00:41:22,230 - Is everyone here? - Troi: Where's vash? 591 00:41:23,398 --> 00:41:25,775 Computer, locate council member vash. 592 00:41:25,984 --> 00:41:29,821 Computer: Council member vash is not aboard the enterprise. 593 00:41:49,424 --> 00:41:51,551 Hello, Jean-Luc. 594 00:41:52,927 --> 00:41:54,470 Well, this is a relief. 595 00:41:54,679 --> 00:41:57,265 - I thought that perhaps q had found... - Well, he had 596 00:41:57,473 --> 00:42:00,309 - some things to discuss with me. - Indeed? 597 00:42:03,021 --> 00:42:06,065 I'm surprised he's not busy gloating over his victory. 598 00:42:06,274 --> 00:42:07,984 He was right about one thing, you know. 599 00:42:08,192 --> 00:42:13,114 As ridiculous as it was, his game did prove that you still care. 600 00:42:18,411 --> 00:42:20,580 I may not show my feelings to my crew, 601 00:42:21,205 --> 00:42:23,207 but I do have them. 602 00:42:26,419 --> 00:42:28,212 I'm gonna miss you, Jean-Luc. 603 00:42:29,255 --> 00:42:31,591 So where are you off to now? 604 00:42:32,550 --> 00:42:34,552 I haven't made up my mind. 605 00:42:37,472 --> 00:42:39,974 After all, she has the entire universe to choose from. 606 00:42:40,183 --> 00:42:41,934 Meet my new partner. 607 00:42:42,143 --> 00:42:43,936 - Him? - Why not? 608 00:42:44,145 --> 00:42:45,354 I'll tell you why not. 609 00:42:46,355 --> 00:42:48,399 Now, Jean-Luc, let's not be unkind. 610 00:42:48,608 --> 00:42:51,778 He's devious and amoral and unreliable 611 00:42:51,986 --> 00:42:54,322 and irresponsible and... 612 00:42:55,740 --> 00:42:58,117 And definitely not to be trusted. 613 00:42:58,326 --> 00:43:00,119 Remind you of someone you know? 614 00:43:01,454 --> 00:43:03,122 As a matter of fact, it does. 615 00:43:06,334 --> 00:43:07,752 We're going to have fun. 616 00:43:07,960 --> 00:43:11,547 I'm going to take her places no human has ever seen. 617 00:43:11,756 --> 00:43:14,383 Now, who can resist an offer like that? 618 00:43:16,928 --> 00:43:21,974 As payment in full of your debt to me, you will guarantee her safety. 619 00:43:22,183 --> 00:43:25,853 She will not be harmed, Jean-Luc. I promise you that. 620 00:43:26,062 --> 00:43:28,523 Well, are you going to kiss her goodbye? 621 00:43:34,737 --> 00:43:36,489 All right. 622 00:43:44,580 --> 00:43:47,208 Well, aren't you? 623 00:43:51,337 --> 00:43:54,257 Oh, I'm sorry. I... 624 00:43:54,465 --> 00:43:56,551 I forgot my hat. 625 00:44:19,240 --> 00:44:21,617 Goodbye, Jean-Luc.