1 00:00:02,794 --> 00:00:08,383 Data: Second officer's personal log, stardate 443901. 2 00:00:08,550 --> 00:00:11,678 Record entry for transmission to commander Bruce Maddox, 3 00:00:11,845 --> 00:00:14,473 cybernetics division, daystrom institute. 4 00:00:14,640 --> 00:00:18,477 Dear commander Maddox, in reference to your most recent letter, 5 00:00:18,644 --> 00:00:21,813 I agree that your study lacks sufficient primary source information 6 00:00:21,980 --> 00:00:24,191 on my programming and operation. 7 00:00:24,358 --> 00:00:26,693 Therefore, in response to your request, 8 00:00:26,860 --> 00:00:29,780 this correspondence will include a complete record of my activities 9 00:00:29,947 --> 00:00:31,031 during a normal day, 10 00:00:31,198 --> 00:00:34,868 with particular emphasis on my perceptions of friendship. 11 00:00:37,371 --> 00:00:39,748 Commander riker, you are 15 minutes early. 12 00:00:39,915 --> 00:00:41,458 Well, it's a very special day. 13 00:00:41,625 --> 00:00:44,253 I thought the father of the bride would enjoy being relieved early 14 00:00:44,419 --> 00:00:45,963 - on the wedding day. - Thank you, sir. 15 00:00:46,129 --> 00:00:48,549 - Nervous? - I cannot become nervous, sir. 16 00:00:48,715 --> 00:00:51,718 However, I do sense a certain anticipation 17 00:00:51,885 --> 00:00:53,428 regarding my role in the wedding. 18 00:00:54,221 --> 00:00:55,556 Anything to report? 19 00:00:55,722 --> 00:00:57,057 All systems are normal, sir. 20 00:00:57,224 --> 00:01:01,562 Sickbay reports that lieutenant juarez went into labor at 0400 hours. 21 00:01:01,728 --> 00:01:04,523 We remain at station awaiting the arrival of starship zhukov, 22 00:01:04,690 --> 00:01:07,025 and guest quarters have been prepared for ambassador t'pel. 23 00:01:07,192 --> 00:01:10,237 - Thank you. I have the bridge. - Aye, sir. 24 00:01:10,404 --> 00:01:12,364 Begin day watch. 25 00:01:12,531 --> 00:01:14,950 Initially, commander Maddox, I found it difficult 26 00:01:15,117 --> 00:01:17,411 to maintain friendships, since human emotions 27 00:01:17,578 --> 00:01:19,997 are often puzzling to me. 28 00:01:23,917 --> 00:01:26,503 Eventually, I developed a program enabling me 29 00:01:26,670 --> 00:01:30,215 to predict human emotional responses to specific actions. 30 00:01:34,386 --> 00:01:36,096 Come in. 31 00:01:39,224 --> 00:01:41,143 It is time for the wedding rehearsal. 32 00:01:41,310 --> 00:01:42,644 I know. 33 00:01:43,103 --> 00:01:45,939 Data, I've decided not to go through with it. 34 00:01:46,607 --> 00:01:48,150 You do not wish to rehearse? 35 00:01:48,692 --> 00:01:50,902 No, I'm calling off the wedding. 36 00:01:51,528 --> 00:01:52,779 May I ask why? 37 00:01:53,614 --> 00:01:55,824 It's just the right thing to do. 38 00:01:56,950 --> 00:01:59,411 Have your feelings for chief o'brien changed? 39 00:02:04,374 --> 00:02:06,668 I'm supposed to be getting married, data. 40 00:02:06,835 --> 00:02:08,128 I should be happy, but I'm not. 41 00:02:08,295 --> 00:02:12,049 I just feel this weight pressing down on me. 42 00:02:12,215 --> 00:02:14,468 Will canceling the wedding make you happy? 43 00:02:17,846 --> 00:02:21,099 He'll probably be just as relieved as I am. 44 00:02:21,850 --> 00:02:25,145 Data, you introduced us to each other. 45 00:02:25,312 --> 00:02:28,982 You mean a lot to both of us. 46 00:02:29,149 --> 00:02:32,819 I would really appreciate it if you would talk to miles for me. 47 00:02:33,445 --> 00:02:35,155 If you wish. 48 00:02:44,373 --> 00:02:47,250 My friend chief o'brien often says that above all else, 49 00:02:47,417 --> 00:02:49,002 he wants to make Keiko happy. 50 00:02:49,169 --> 00:02:51,129 Since canceling the wedding will make her happy, 51 00:02:51,296 --> 00:02:54,424 I must conclude the chief will be pleased at her decision. 52 00:02:54,591 --> 00:02:56,968 - I have good news. - Oh? 53 00:02:57,427 --> 00:03:01,056 Keiko has made a decision designed to increase her happiness. 54 00:03:01,223 --> 00:03:03,183 She has canceled the wedding. 55 00:03:05,769 --> 00:03:10,816 Canceled the wedding? Today? Without even a word? 56 00:03:10,982 --> 00:03:15,904 Of all the childish, selfish, irresponsible things to do. 57 00:03:16,071 --> 00:03:20,033 Next time, maybe I should deliver the good news. 58 00:03:22,202 --> 00:03:24,705 Commander Maddox, it would appear that my program 59 00:03:24,871 --> 00:03:26,790 designed to predict emotional responses 60 00:03:26,957 --> 00:03:30,377 needs... adjustment. 61 00:03:57,529 --> 00:04:01,742 Picard: Space, the final frontier. 62 00:04:02,367 --> 00:04:06,329 These are the voyages of the starship enterprise. 63 00:04:06,496 --> 00:04:11,793 Its continuing mission: To explore strange new worlds, 64 00:04:11,960 --> 00:04:16,047 to seek out new life and new civilizations, 65 00:04:16,548 --> 00:04:21,011 to boldly go where no one has gone before. 66 00:05:18,944 --> 00:05:21,696 Data: Second officer's personal log, supplemental. 67 00:05:21,863 --> 00:05:26,326 This is the 1550th day since the enterprise was commissioned. 68 00:05:26,493 --> 00:05:28,453 Besides the arrival of ambassador t'pel, 69 00:05:28,620 --> 00:05:31,164 other events occurring today include four birthdays, 70 00:05:31,331 --> 00:05:35,001 two personnel transfers, a celebration of the hindu festival of lights, 71 00:05:35,168 --> 00:05:37,671 two chess tournaments, one secondary school play, 72 00:05:37,838 --> 00:05:39,005 and four promotions. 73 00:05:39,172 --> 00:05:41,466 Overall, an ordinary day. 74 00:05:41,633 --> 00:05:44,135 The zhukov is ready for transport, sir. 75 00:05:44,302 --> 00:05:46,096 Energize. 76 00:05:52,602 --> 00:05:55,146 Welcome aboard the enterprise, ambassador. 77 00:05:55,313 --> 00:05:57,899 I would meet with your captain. 78 00:06:02,487 --> 00:06:05,198 Since I am not affected by emotional considerations, 79 00:06:05,365 --> 00:06:07,659 I am closer to being vulcan than human. 80 00:06:07,826 --> 00:06:10,954 However, while their devotion to logic does have a certain appeal, 81 00:06:11,121 --> 00:06:15,458 I find their stark philosophy to be somewhat limited. 82 00:06:16,835 --> 00:06:18,336 Picard: Come. 83 00:06:19,004 --> 00:06:20,171 Ambassador t'pel. 84 00:06:20,338 --> 00:06:21,882 I come to serve. 85 00:06:22,048 --> 00:06:23,300 Your service honors us. 86 00:06:23,466 --> 00:06:25,844 This is my first officer, commander William riker. 87 00:06:26,011 --> 00:06:28,013 Leave us, please. 88 00:06:36,021 --> 00:06:38,231 Charming woman. 89 00:06:38,899 --> 00:06:41,401 The tone of commander riker's voice makes me suspect 90 00:06:41,568 --> 00:06:44,946 that he is not serious about finding ambassador t'pel charming. 91 00:06:45,113 --> 00:06:47,574 My experience suggests that, in fact, 92 00:06:47,741 --> 00:06:50,285 he may mean the exact opposite of what he says. 93 00:06:50,452 --> 00:06:54,497 Irony is a form of expression I have not yet been able to master. 94 00:06:54,664 --> 00:06:57,292 You don't need a haircut. You were just in here last week. 95 00:06:57,459 --> 00:06:59,544 Hey, if you'd done it right the first time, 96 00:06:59,711 --> 00:07:01,421 I wouldn't need to be back here so soon. 97 00:07:01,588 --> 00:07:03,506 Heh, heh, I know you want to look beautiful, 98 00:07:03,673 --> 00:07:06,176 but I'm just a barber, not a miracle worker. 99 00:07:06,343 --> 00:07:09,596 Just try to keep my ears on straight today, all right? 100 00:07:09,763 --> 00:07:12,807 Friendly insults and jibes, another form of human speech 101 00:07:12,974 --> 00:07:14,768 that I am attempting to master. 102 00:07:14,935 --> 00:07:17,854 In this case, with the help of commander geordi la forge. 103 00:07:18,021 --> 00:07:19,731 Hi, data. 104 00:07:20,148 --> 00:07:23,318 I consider geordi to be my best friend. 105 00:07:23,652 --> 00:07:25,028 Here for a trim? 106 00:07:25,612 --> 00:07:28,031 My hair does not require trimming, youlunkhead. 107 00:07:28,531 --> 00:07:29,532 What? 108 00:07:29,991 --> 00:07:32,494 - My hair does not require trimming... - Lunkhead? 109 00:07:32,661 --> 00:07:35,455 I am experimenting with friendlyjibes and insults. 110 00:07:35,622 --> 00:07:37,791 It was not meant as a serious disparagement. 111 00:07:39,250 --> 00:07:42,128 Well, just don't try it on the captain. 112 00:07:44,756 --> 00:07:47,634 Geordi, I am still confused 113 00:07:47,801 --> 00:07:50,178 by chief o'brien's reaction this morning. 114 00:07:50,345 --> 00:07:53,431 Mm. Yeah. He was just surprised, data. 115 00:07:53,598 --> 00:07:55,475 He didn't mean to blow up like that. 116 00:07:55,642 --> 00:07:59,229 He knows that Keiko probably doesn't wanna call off the marriage. 117 00:07:59,396 --> 00:08:01,147 She's just getting cold feet. 118 00:08:02,232 --> 00:08:05,652 Cold feet? Jitters. 119 00:08:05,819 --> 00:08:08,989 A nervous reaction to an impending event of great importance. 120 00:08:09,155 --> 00:08:12,826 Geordi: Right. Don't worry, everything's gonna be fine. 121 00:08:12,993 --> 00:08:14,452 She'll change her mind again. 122 00:08:15,120 --> 00:08:17,580 She will? β€” absolutely. 123 00:08:17,747 --> 00:08:20,500 So you believe that the marriage will still proceed? 124 00:08:20,667 --> 00:08:23,211 Trust me, they're gonna get married, 125 00:08:23,378 --> 00:08:25,755 so you'd better find a gift. 126 00:08:28,133 --> 00:08:31,678 I find lieutenant worf to be what is called a kindred spirit. 127 00:08:31,845 --> 00:08:34,723 We were both orphans rescued by starfieet officers. 128 00:08:34,889 --> 00:08:40,186 In many ways, we are both still outsiders in human society. 129 00:08:40,437 --> 00:08:43,523 - Are you here to find a wedding gift? - Yes. 130 00:08:43,690 --> 00:08:47,360 I would appreciate your help in selecting an appropriate item. 131 00:08:47,527 --> 00:08:52,615 Of course. I have attended human weddings before. 132 00:08:55,869 --> 00:08:58,288 Worf: Hold. Data: This is a traditional gift? 133 00:08:58,955 --> 00:09:03,543 Yes, my adoptive parents often give these things 134 00:09:03,710 --> 00:09:06,046 at family weddings. 135 00:09:06,212 --> 00:09:08,673 A human custom. 136 00:09:11,509 --> 00:09:12,510 Worf: Hold. 137 00:09:13,303 --> 00:09:15,972 It is my understanding that the item selected 138 00:09:16,139 --> 00:09:18,933 should reflect the personality of whoever is giving it. 139 00:09:19,100 --> 00:09:21,394 This does not remind me of you. 140 00:09:23,980 --> 00:09:25,690 Have you ever been an actual participant 141 00:09:25,857 --> 00:09:27,442 in a human wedding? 142 00:09:29,235 --> 00:09:32,072 You would not consider it to be an honor? 143 00:09:32,238 --> 00:09:34,324 An honor, perhaps. 144 00:09:34,491 --> 00:09:37,368 But human bonding rituals often involve 145 00:09:37,535 --> 00:09:44,250 a great deal of talking and dancing and crying. 146 00:09:44,417 --> 00:09:46,211 Dandng? 147 00:09:50,090 --> 00:09:51,299 I am rarely in need 148 00:09:51,466 --> 00:09:53,426 of Dr. Beverly crusher's professional services, 149 00:09:53,593 --> 00:09:56,971 as my biomechanical maintenance program is self-sufficient. 150 00:09:57,138 --> 00:10:00,308 But I often observe as she practices medicine on others, 151 00:10:00,475 --> 00:10:04,854 and have learned a great deal about human interaction from her. 152 00:10:05,522 --> 00:10:07,482 Doctor, may I ask a favor of you? 153 00:10:07,649 --> 00:10:09,025 Of course, data. 154 00:10:09,192 --> 00:10:11,653 Would you teach me to dance? 155 00:10:14,322 --> 00:10:16,783 - What? - I would like to learn how to dance. 156 00:10:16,950 --> 00:10:17,951 Why me? 157 00:10:18,118 --> 00:10:19,619 It was in your service record. 158 00:10:19,786 --> 00:10:21,871 Awarded first prize, tap and jazz competition, 159 00:10:22,038 --> 00:10:24,707 - St. Louis academy. - Okay, okay. 160 00:10:25,083 --> 00:10:27,544 Have I said something to upset you? 161 00:10:27,710 --> 00:10:31,256 It's just that that was a long time ago. 162 00:10:31,422 --> 00:10:36,052 And I don't wanna be known as the dancing doctor again. 163 00:10:36,219 --> 00:10:38,555 Then your answer is no. 164 00:10:39,556 --> 00:10:45,645 All right, but let's keep this between you and me. 165 00:10:46,604 --> 00:10:47,772 Of course, doctor. 166 00:10:47,939 --> 00:10:49,357 Picard: Commander data, 167 00:10:49,524 --> 00:10:50,692 please report to the bridge. 168 00:10:50,859 --> 00:10:52,777 Acknowledged. 169 00:10:57,407 --> 00:11:00,618 Data, I want a tactical projection of possible romulan deployments 170 00:11:00,785 --> 00:11:01,786 along the neutral zone. 171 00:11:01,953 --> 00:11:04,289 Access all federation records on the subject 172 00:11:04,455 --> 00:11:05,623 and report to my ready room. 173 00:11:05,790 --> 00:11:09,294 Captain, is there a specific area you wish me to study? 174 00:11:13,923 --> 00:11:15,341 Ambassador. 175 00:11:15,508 --> 00:11:19,721 Number one, set a course, 130, Mark 246, warp 7. 176 00:11:19,888 --> 00:11:22,182 That will take us very close to the neutral zone, captain. 177 00:11:22,348 --> 00:11:24,893 I'm aware of that, number one. Proceed. 178 00:11:25,518 --> 00:11:26,895 Lay in the course. 179 00:11:31,816 --> 00:11:34,527 It is fortunate that I am able to perform my duties 180 00:11:34,694 --> 00:11:37,947 without emotional distractions. 181 00:11:38,114 --> 00:11:40,700 If that were not the case, a sudden course correction 182 00:11:40,867 --> 00:11:46,664 toward the neutral zone would make me very nervous. 183 00:11:56,216 --> 00:12:00,345 Mr. Data, based on your analysis, what is the current romulan strategy 184 00:12:00,511 --> 00:12:02,889 behind the deployment of their ships in this sector? 185 00:12:03,056 --> 00:12:06,434 Their ships are deployed to support a policy of confrontation 186 00:12:06,601 --> 00:12:09,729 designed to test federation defenses along the neutral zone. 187 00:12:09,896 --> 00:12:11,731 Do you predict any change in the near future? 188 00:12:12,065 --> 00:12:13,566 I predict a 90 percent probability 189 00:12:13,733 --> 00:12:15,735 that they will continue to support that policy. 190 00:12:15,902 --> 00:12:19,656 And is there any indication of a more conciliatory attitude 191 00:12:19,822 --> 00:12:20,907 on their part? 192 00:12:21,074 --> 00:12:22,075 No, sir. 193 00:12:22,242 --> 00:12:24,661 Caution is clearly called for, captain. 194 00:12:24,827 --> 00:12:27,413 However, the mission must proceed as planned. 195 00:12:29,082 --> 00:12:31,751 Starfleet command agrees with you. 196 00:12:32,585 --> 00:12:36,839 But I would feel better if you would consent to an escort or a... 197 00:12:40,260 --> 00:12:41,803 Thank you, Mr. Data. 198 00:12:54,816 --> 00:12:59,946 Feline supplement... 74. 199 00:13:32,395 --> 00:13:37,108 Computer, run fluidic sensor diagnostic. 200 00:13:37,275 --> 00:13:38,484 Diagnostic complete. 201 00:13:38,651 --> 00:13:42,155 All systems functioning within normal parameters. 202 00:13:44,032 --> 00:13:45,742 Come in. 203 00:13:50,955 --> 00:13:52,498 Am I intruding, commander? 204 00:13:52,665 --> 00:13:55,835 No. Would you care to sit down? 205 00:13:56,002 --> 00:13:58,004 When one of my friends is distraught, 206 00:13:58,171 --> 00:14:00,006 I have learned that the thoughtful thing to do 207 00:14:00,173 --> 00:14:03,217 is to attempt to make him feel more comfortable. 208 00:14:05,011 --> 00:14:07,638 May I offer you some refreshment, chief? 209 00:14:07,805 --> 00:14:09,807 No, thank you, sir. 210 00:14:11,017 --> 00:14:14,896 First of all, I'd like to apologize for this morning in ten-forward. 211 00:14:15,396 --> 00:14:18,524 There is no need to apologize. I was not offended. 212 00:14:18,816 --> 00:14:20,109 Would you like a pillow? 213 00:14:20,276 --> 00:14:22,070 Or a more comfortable chair to sit upon? 214 00:14:22,236 --> 00:14:23,738 No, sir. 215 00:14:23,905 --> 00:14:25,531 Thank you, sir. 216 00:14:27,075 --> 00:14:28,826 Perhaps you would like some music. 217 00:14:28,993 --> 00:14:30,203 Brahms? "Aurelia"? 218 00:14:30,370 --> 00:14:33,081 No, really, sir, I'm fine. 219 00:14:34,665 --> 00:14:37,668 I came to ask for your help. 220 00:14:37,835 --> 00:14:39,545 It's about Keiko. 221 00:14:40,046 --> 00:14:41,714 I'd like you to talk to her, 222 00:14:41,881 --> 00:14:43,601 convince her to go through with the wedding. 223 00:14:44,384 --> 00:14:46,552 Would counselor troi not be a more appropriate choice 224 00:14:46,719 --> 00:14:47,887 to speak with Keiko? 225 00:14:48,054 --> 00:14:51,849 She already has. Didn't help. 226 00:14:52,141 --> 00:14:53,684 You've known her longer than I have. 227 00:14:53,851 --> 00:14:55,978 I just thought she might listen to you. 228 00:14:56,145 --> 00:14:58,106 She won't even talk to me. 229 00:14:59,357 --> 00:15:01,192 I do not know what to say to her. 230 00:15:01,359 --> 00:15:04,362 Well, just talk with her. Make her see reason. 231 00:15:04,529 --> 00:15:07,240 She's going off halfcocked, not thinking this through. 232 00:15:08,116 --> 00:15:10,410 You've worked with her for a long time. 233 00:15:10,576 --> 00:15:12,245 She respects your opinion. 234 00:15:24,132 --> 00:15:25,967 Perhaps... 235 00:15:28,261 --> 00:15:31,472 Perhaps she has not fully analyzed her decision. 236 00:15:31,639 --> 00:15:32,932 I will try. 237 00:15:33,933 --> 00:15:37,979 Thank you, sir. I won't forget this. 238 00:15:40,606 --> 00:15:41,983 Commander Maddox, 239 00:15:42,150 --> 00:15:44,360 I noted that Keiko was quite calm and rational 240 00:15:44,527 --> 00:15:47,029 when she informed me of her decision this morning. 241 00:15:47,196 --> 00:15:49,449 Therefore, I can predict that she will respond 242 00:15:49,615 --> 00:15:51,784 to an objective analysis of the situation 243 00:15:51,951 --> 00:15:53,911 based on the available facts. 244 00:15:54,078 --> 00:15:56,622 It is fortunate that she has not let emotional considerations 245 00:15:56,789 --> 00:15:57,832 cloud her judgment. 246 00:15:57,999 --> 00:16:00,543 It should make my task much simpler. 247 00:16:00,710 --> 00:16:01,711 What? 248 00:16:01,878 --> 00:16:04,755 I believe you have made an incorrect analysis of the facts at hand. 249 00:16:04,922 --> 00:16:06,090 What do you mean? 250 00:16:06,591 --> 00:16:08,426 You do not seem happy. 251 00:16:09,218 --> 00:16:10,803 Well... 252 00:16:13,014 --> 00:16:15,057 Your decision was based on the assumption 253 00:16:15,224 --> 00:16:17,310 that canceling the wedding would make you happy. 254 00:16:17,477 --> 00:16:21,314 - This has proven to be incorrect. - Data, it's not that simple. 255 00:16:21,481 --> 00:16:25,234 Since your action did not produce the desired result, 256 00:16:25,401 --> 00:16:27,361 the only advisable solution would be to reexamine 257 00:16:27,528 --> 00:16:29,822 your decision-making process and look for errors. 258 00:16:29,989 --> 00:16:32,575 I knew what I was doing. It's my decision. 259 00:16:32,742 --> 00:16:34,702 That fact is not in dispute. 260 00:16:34,869 --> 00:16:36,746 However, you may have acted with undue haste, 261 00:16:36,913 --> 00:16:39,957 and in doing so, unintentionally hurt chief o'brien's feelings. 262 00:16:40,124 --> 00:16:43,920 I did what I had to. Why are you doing this? 263 00:16:44,795 --> 00:16:46,380 I thought you were my friend. 264 00:16:46,547 --> 00:16:47,715 I am your friend. 265 00:16:47,882 --> 00:16:49,383 Then leave me alone. 266 00:16:50,009 --> 00:16:53,221 - If I have offended... - Just leave me alone. 267 00:16:55,389 --> 00:16:58,518 It is clear that I need guidance to resolve this situation. 268 00:16:58,684 --> 00:17:01,812 Counselor troi's advice should be useful. 269 00:17:02,855 --> 00:17:06,359 In many ways, Deanna troi is the friend I understand the least. 270 00:17:06,526 --> 00:17:09,070 Her life and her duties are predicated on her understanding 271 00:17:09,237 --> 00:17:10,905 and perception of emotions. 272 00:17:11,072 --> 00:17:12,198 Since I have none, 273 00:17:12,365 --> 00:17:16,202 no doubt she finds me as much a mystery as / find her. 274 00:17:16,661 --> 00:17:20,998 Chief o'brien talks to me, Keiko talks to you. 275 00:17:21,374 --> 00:17:24,001 Why do they not talk to each other? 276 00:17:24,168 --> 00:17:25,878 That's a good question, data. 277 00:17:26,504 --> 00:17:28,631 I wish I had a good answer for you. 278 00:17:28,798 --> 00:17:30,508 Perhaps when they're ready, they will. 279 00:17:32,635 --> 00:17:35,888 Many aspects of this situation are puzzling to me. 280 00:17:36,055 --> 00:17:38,975 I have been studying various texts on the subject of marriage, 281 00:17:39,141 --> 00:17:41,185 but I have not found a suitable guide. 282 00:17:41,477 --> 00:17:43,187 A suitable guide for what? 283 00:17:43,771 --> 00:17:45,690 In an effort to be helpful, 284 00:17:45,856 --> 00:17:48,150 I am attempting to calculate the variables involved 285 00:17:48,317 --> 00:17:50,361 in a successful marriage. 286 00:17:51,904 --> 00:17:52,905 Good luck. 287 00:17:53,072 --> 00:17:54,448 There are many opinions. 288 00:17:54,865 --> 00:17:58,286 On Galvin v, a marriage is considered successful 289 00:17:58,452 --> 00:18:01,664 only if children are produced within a year of the marriage. 290 00:18:01,831 --> 00:18:04,584 Andorian marriages require groups of four, unless... 291 00:18:04,750 --> 00:18:08,254 Data, would you like my advice on how to help them? 292 00:18:11,340 --> 00:18:13,926 This is something they have to work out for themselves. 293 00:18:14,343 --> 00:18:16,804 But I am their friend. 294 00:18:16,971 --> 00:18:19,724 Should I not stand with them in a time of difficulty? 295 00:18:20,725 --> 00:18:22,184 There are many ways to help a friend, 296 00:18:22,351 --> 00:18:25,354 and sometimes the best way is to leave them alone. 297 00:18:28,274 --> 00:18:30,067 Do you believe it to be the correct decision 298 00:18:30,234 --> 00:18:31,402 for them to marry? 299 00:18:31,736 --> 00:18:32,987 I don't know. 300 00:18:33,154 --> 00:18:37,033 They're very much in love, but sometimes that isn't enough. 301 00:18:37,199 --> 00:18:40,995 Marriage is an agreement to share who you are with someone else. 302 00:18:41,162 --> 00:18:44,165 To spend your lives together, to grow old together. 303 00:18:44,832 --> 00:18:46,751 To grow old together? 304 00:18:46,917 --> 00:18:49,170 That is an integral component of marriage? 305 00:18:49,337 --> 00:18:52,131 Usually. Why do you ask? 306 00:18:52,298 --> 00:18:55,551 Although I am an Android, I have not excluded the possibility 307 00:18:55,718 --> 00:18:58,971 that I, too, may someday marry. 308 00:19:00,097 --> 00:19:03,768 Data, I had no idea you'd thought about getting married. 309 00:19:04,310 --> 00:19:07,063 I believe I have much to offer a potential mate. 310 00:19:07,229 --> 00:19:12,068 However, we cannot grow old together because... I will not grow old. 311 00:19:13,819 --> 00:19:15,029 Data, 312 00:19:17,573 --> 00:19:19,992 you do have a lot to offer. 313 00:19:20,159 --> 00:19:21,619 T'pel: Commander data, 314 00:19:21,786 --> 00:19:22,870 this is ambassador t'pel. 315 00:19:23,037 --> 00:19:25,289 Please report to my quarters. 316 00:19:25,456 --> 00:19:27,458 Acknowledged. 317 00:19:36,217 --> 00:19:37,843 Enter. 318 00:19:41,347 --> 00:19:44,600 You have priority three clearance aboard the enterprise? 319 00:19:44,767 --> 00:19:46,227 That is correct, ambassador. 320 00:19:46,686 --> 00:19:49,021 I require information on this ship's 321 00:19:49,188 --> 00:19:51,065 defense and navigational systems. 322 00:19:51,232 --> 00:19:55,653 Access code kappa Alpha 4601704. 323 00:19:55,820 --> 00:19:57,530 The code is valid. 324 00:19:58,030 --> 00:20:00,991 What is the field strength of this ship's deflector shields 325 00:20:01,158 --> 00:20:03,077 at maximum output? 326 00:20:04,203 --> 00:20:07,081 May I ask the purpose of your request? 327 00:20:07,248 --> 00:20:09,917 I require this information. 328 00:20:10,084 --> 00:20:12,795 I have the same safeguards as the ship's computer. 329 00:20:12,962 --> 00:20:16,257 Therefore, I must report any inquiry regarding restricted information 330 00:20:16,424 --> 00:20:18,300 to the captain. 331 00:20:19,760 --> 00:20:21,887 Your reaction suggests you do not wish the captain 332 00:20:22,054 --> 00:20:23,764 to be informed of your inquiry. 333 00:20:24,432 --> 00:20:26,851 I was not interested in the information. 334 00:20:27,017 --> 00:20:29,520 I was curious as to your security safeguards. 335 00:20:29,687 --> 00:20:31,564 They appear to be adequate. 336 00:20:31,731 --> 00:20:34,900 Cancel the request. You may leave. 337 00:20:38,696 --> 00:20:41,240 Commander Maddox, I have often wished for the sense 338 00:20:41,407 --> 00:20:44,243 that humans call intuition or instinct. 339 00:20:44,410 --> 00:20:46,579 Since vulcans are incapable of lying, 340 00:20:46,746 --> 00:20:49,832 I must accept the ambassador's explanation as the truth. 341 00:20:49,999 --> 00:20:55,296 But I would still prefer a gut feeling to backup this conclusion. 342 00:21:10,186 --> 00:21:13,272 Computer: Program crusher 4 in progress. 343 00:21:18,611 --> 00:21:20,446 Hi, data. 344 00:21:20,905 --> 00:21:22,072 Well, what do you think? 345 00:21:22,239 --> 00:21:25,618 It is a re-creation of a studio I had my first dance lesson in. 346 00:21:25,785 --> 00:21:28,287 It appears to be quite suitable, doctor. 347 00:21:28,454 --> 00:21:30,956 Let's start with something simple. 348 00:21:31,373 --> 00:21:34,168 Stomp, hop. Try it. 349 00:21:35,461 --> 00:21:37,087 Again. 350 00:21:40,800 --> 00:21:42,051 Am I dancing, doctor? 351 00:21:42,218 --> 00:21:43,552 Not quite. 352 00:21:43,719 --> 00:21:45,596 Stop, data. 353 00:21:45,763 --> 00:21:46,764 Now try this. 354 00:21:46,931 --> 00:21:51,018 Doctor, perhaps it would be beneficial to teach me the final lesson. 355 00:21:53,687 --> 00:21:55,481 Okay. 356 00:22:04,532 --> 00:22:06,450 That's great. 357 00:22:12,206 --> 00:22:13,916 Triples. 358 00:22:24,927 --> 00:22:26,887 Stop, data. 359 00:22:27,054 --> 00:22:30,307 And you say you've never done this before? Ahem. 360 00:22:31,517 --> 00:22:33,811 Try this. 361 00:23:10,264 --> 00:23:11,682 Stop, data. 362 00:23:16,186 --> 00:23:17,897 Yeah, not bad. 363 00:23:18,063 --> 00:23:19,899 Then I have successfully learned to dance? 364 00:23:20,649 --> 00:23:22,735 I'd say you've picked up the basics. 365 00:23:22,902 --> 00:23:23,986 Thank you, doctor. 366 00:23:24,153 --> 00:23:26,196 I am now prepared to dance at the wedding. 367 00:23:26,363 --> 00:23:27,406 Wedding? 368 00:23:28,824 --> 00:23:29,909 Keiko's wedding. 369 00:23:30,075 --> 00:23:33,245 Data, you never told me this was for the wedding. 370 00:23:33,662 --> 00:23:36,081 - Is that important? - Well, yes. 371 00:23:36,248 --> 00:23:38,334 They don't do a lot of tap dancing at weddings. 372 00:23:39,793 --> 00:23:43,923 - β€” Why? - Well, data, because... 373 00:23:44,131 --> 00:23:45,841 I don't really know why, data. 374 00:23:46,008 --> 00:23:48,260 Look, why don't I just teach you a style of dancing 375 00:23:48,427 --> 00:23:50,930 that they will do at the wedding? 376 00:23:51,263 --> 00:23:56,769 Computer, run "isn't it romantic?" 377 00:23:59,271 --> 00:24:03,025 Now, compared to what we've just done, this will be simple. 378 00:24:03,192 --> 00:24:05,903 Just look up and follow me. 379 00:24:06,362 --> 00:24:10,240 One, two, ready, and... 380 00:24:10,824 --> 00:24:11,951 No, data, wait a minute. Ow! 381 00:24:12,159 --> 00:24:14,828 No, no, you're just moving to... Move slowly. 382 00:24:14,995 --> 00:24:16,747 Ow! Ow! Stop music. 383 00:24:16,914 --> 00:24:18,165 Sorry, doctor. 384 00:24:18,332 --> 00:24:19,959 I don't understand, data. 385 00:24:20,125 --> 00:24:22,586 You picked up the tap dancing so quickly. 386 00:24:22,836 --> 00:24:25,923 I cannot reproduce your performance it I cannot see your feet. 387 00:24:28,717 --> 00:24:32,638 All right. Well, let's try it again. 388 00:24:33,180 --> 00:24:36,100 And this time, watch my feet. 389 00:24:36,266 --> 00:24:38,477 Computer, start music. 390 00:24:39,019 --> 00:24:40,312 And... 391 00:24:45,067 --> 00:24:47,486 Now, don't just imitate me. 392 00:24:47,653 --> 00:24:49,780 You've got to lead. 393 00:24:49,947 --> 00:24:51,031 Lead where, doctor? 394 00:24:51,323 --> 00:24:53,909 Well, indicate to your partner where you want her to step. 395 00:24:54,368 --> 00:24:56,704 And how is that accomplished? 396 00:24:59,289 --> 00:25:02,167 I'll show you. I'll lead. 397 00:25:06,630 --> 00:25:08,340 Now, you'll notice that I don't just repeat 398 00:25:08,507 --> 00:25:10,134 the same pattern over and over. 399 00:25:10,300 --> 00:25:12,678 I improvise. 400 00:25:13,846 --> 00:25:15,431 Now you lead. 401 00:25:19,351 --> 00:25:20,853 That's good. 402 00:25:21,020 --> 00:25:23,272 Now look up, data. 403 00:25:23,689 --> 00:25:25,607 Look into my eyes. 404 00:25:26,692 --> 00:25:28,318 You're holding me too tight. 405 00:25:28,485 --> 00:25:31,363 This is a very complex set of variables to coordinate, doctor. 406 00:25:31,530 --> 00:25:33,532 You are doing fine. 407 00:25:33,699 --> 00:25:38,787 Now smile, act like you're enjoying yourself. 408 00:25:40,539 --> 00:25:42,739 Nurse: Dr. Crusher, please report to sickbay. 409 00:25:42,875 --> 00:25:44,168 Is it lieutenant juarez? 410 00:25:44,334 --> 00:25:47,046 Yes, doctor. Her contractions are now one minute apart. 411 00:25:47,212 --> 00:25:48,213 I'm on my way. 412 00:25:48,380 --> 00:25:52,217 Why don't you program up an artificial dance partner? 413 00:25:52,384 --> 00:25:55,054 And don't be afraid to experiment. 414 00:25:55,220 --> 00:25:57,431 I will. Thank you, doctor. 415 00:25:57,848 --> 00:26:01,477 Computer, create dance partner, female. 416 00:26:08,067 --> 00:26:10,069 Begin music. 417 00:26:35,427 --> 00:26:38,263 Then just as the headsman swings the ax, and the blade is about... 418 00:26:38,430 --> 00:26:40,015 Commander riker's easygoing manner 419 00:26:40,182 --> 00:26:42,392 and sense of humor is fascinating to me. 420 00:26:42,559 --> 00:26:46,188 I believe it to be one reason he is so popular among the crew. 421 00:26:46,355 --> 00:26:50,234 It may also be partly responsible for his success in matters of love. 422 00:26:50,400 --> 00:26:53,612 There may be a correlation between humor and sex. 423 00:26:53,779 --> 00:26:57,074 The need for more research is clearly indicated. 424 00:27:01,995 --> 00:27:03,622 Commander. 425 00:27:06,291 --> 00:27:09,128 Picard, to the bridge. All stop. 426 00:27:09,294 --> 00:27:10,379 Aye, sir. 427 00:27:12,464 --> 00:27:15,509 Sir, we have reached the designated coordinates. 428 00:27:15,676 --> 00:27:19,096 Hold this position. Long-range scan. 429 00:27:19,263 --> 00:27:22,474 Captain, I am detecting a ship in the neutral zone. 430 00:27:22,641 --> 00:27:26,812 Configuration, romulan warbird. 431 00:27:27,688 --> 00:27:29,648 Yellow alert. 432 00:27:31,567 --> 00:27:33,443 Hail the warbird, Mr. Worf. 433 00:27:33,610 --> 00:27:34,903 Aye, sir. 434 00:27:35,362 --> 00:27:39,199 They are responding. Text only. 435 00:27:40,075 --> 00:27:43,328 We are to proceed to the agreed coordinates. 436 00:27:43,495 --> 00:27:49,376 Set course, 037, Mark 005, warp 4. 437 00:27:50,419 --> 00:27:52,421 Take us into the neutral zone, ensign. 438 00:27:59,845 --> 00:28:02,556 Captain, the warbird is holding position. 439 00:28:02,723 --> 00:28:05,184 In three minutes, we will be within phaser range. 440 00:28:09,438 --> 00:28:11,690 I trust my crew, ambassador. 441 00:28:11,857 --> 00:28:15,527 They will take no provocative action unless I order them. 442 00:28:17,529 --> 00:28:20,073 Hold position on these coordinates. 443 00:28:20,240 --> 00:28:21,825 Slow to half impulse. 444 00:28:22,117 --> 00:28:23,911 Open a channel. 445 00:28:25,662 --> 00:28:26,663 Open. 446 00:28:27,831 --> 00:28:30,751 T'pel: I am ambassador t'pel. 447 00:28:30,918 --> 00:28:33,295 I am admiral mendak. 448 00:28:33,462 --> 00:28:36,757 There is no established protocol for a meeting of this nature. 449 00:28:36,924 --> 00:28:39,259 The logical course is that I transport aboard your ship 450 00:28:39,426 --> 00:28:41,428 and begin the negotiations. 451 00:28:43,597 --> 00:28:45,015 Captain, 452 00:28:45,182 --> 00:28:48,227 I note your defensive systems have been activated. 453 00:28:48,393 --> 00:28:51,772 - As have yours. - It was not meant as an accusation. 454 00:28:52,231 --> 00:28:55,400 Indeed, I salute your show of strength. 455 00:28:55,567 --> 00:28:58,612 Ambassador, we are honored by your presence. 456 00:28:58,779 --> 00:29:01,448 You may transport aboard at your convenience. 457 00:29:01,615 --> 00:29:03,742 The honor is mine. 458 00:29:05,410 --> 00:29:07,996 Have your transporter room stand by. 459 00:29:08,163 --> 00:29:10,749 I will beam aboard their ship with no further delay. 460 00:29:10,916 --> 00:29:15,254 Ambassador, I urge you once more to reconsider. 461 00:29:15,420 --> 00:29:17,464 The enterprise can accommodate a romulan delegation 462 00:29:17,631 --> 00:29:19,258 without sacrificing our security orβ€”- 463 00:29:19,424 --> 00:29:22,636 captain picard, I find your argument illogical. 464 00:29:22,803 --> 00:29:24,888 Please carry out my instructions. 465 00:29:29,101 --> 00:29:30,769 Picard: Picard to chief o'brien. 466 00:29:30,936 --> 00:29:32,688 O'brien: O'brien here. 467 00:29:32,854 --> 00:29:35,649 Prepare to transport ambassador t'pel to the romulan vessel. 468 00:29:35,816 --> 00:29:36,817 Aye, sir. 469 00:29:36,984 --> 00:29:39,464 Now, Mr. Worf, maintain a lock on her signal once she's aboard. 470 00:29:39,528 --> 00:29:41,848 First sign of trouble, I want to be able to bring her back. 471 00:29:41,947 --> 00:29:43,657 Understood. 472 00:29:45,742 --> 00:29:47,619 Transporter activated. 473 00:29:49,079 --> 00:29:50,879 - Captain... - O'brien: Transporter emergency. 474 00:29:50,956 --> 00:29:52,708 I'm losing her signal. 475 00:29:52,874 --> 00:29:54,626 Boosting power to autosequencers. 476 00:29:54,793 --> 00:29:56,461 Engaging computer override. 477 00:29:56,628 --> 00:29:58,338 O'brien, what happened down there? 478 00:29:58,505 --> 00:30:02,551 I'm losing the pattern. Trying to reestablish. 479 00:30:04,136 --> 00:30:08,598 I'm sorry, sir. I wasn't able to retrieve the signal. 480 00:30:08,765 --> 00:30:11,393 The ambassador's dead. 481 00:30:16,982 --> 00:30:19,818 Data: Second officer's personal log, supplemental. 482 00:30:19,985 --> 00:30:23,655 The risks aboard a starship are accepted by all who serve, 483 00:30:23,822 --> 00:30:26,199 but I have never failed to observe a deep emotional response 484 00:30:26,366 --> 00:30:27,659 to the loss of a comrade. 485 00:30:27,826 --> 00:30:30,829 It is at times like this that I greatly miss the ability 486 00:30:30,996 --> 00:30:32,581 to share human feelings. 487 00:30:32,748 --> 00:30:34,833 The signal lock wasn't broken, sir. 488 00:30:35,000 --> 00:30:36,585 I had just entered the transfer sequence 489 00:30:36,752 --> 00:30:39,004 when the ambassador's pattern began to break up. 490 00:30:39,171 --> 00:30:42,174 I tried to switch to emergency manual control, 491 00:30:42,341 --> 00:30:45,010 but the pattern deteriorated too quickly, and... 492 00:30:45,177 --> 00:30:48,180 Captain, there is no prior record of this type of accident 493 00:30:48,347 --> 00:30:50,015 occurring aboard a starship. 494 00:30:50,182 --> 00:30:51,933 Backup systems and safeguards are designed 495 00:30:52,100 --> 00:30:53,769 to prevent just such an occurrence. 496 00:30:54,603 --> 00:30:57,022 I can't find any system flaws in the unit, captain. 497 00:30:57,189 --> 00:30:59,149 The engineering status reports were all normal. 498 00:30:59,316 --> 00:31:00,734 None of the backups were activated, 499 00:31:00,901 --> 00:31:03,028 and the autosequencers were all functioning normally. 500 00:31:03,195 --> 00:31:05,113 Any prior malfunctions on this transporter unit? 501 00:31:05,280 --> 00:31:08,533 No, sir. In fact, we replaced the transition coil only last week. 502 00:31:08,700 --> 00:31:11,300 Could there have been some sort of interference from the romulans? 503 00:31:11,453 --> 00:31:13,413 Nothing that I could see. Their shields were down, 504 00:31:13,580 --> 00:31:15,874 there was no power interruption, no subspace bias. 505 00:31:16,041 --> 00:31:18,293 I want this unit pulled and its systems checked again, 506 00:31:18,460 --> 00:31:21,546 and I want a level one diagnostic on all transporters. 507 00:31:21,713 --> 00:31:23,548 Yes, sir. 508 00:31:23,715 --> 00:31:27,677 Her molecular structure dissipated instantly once the pattern was lost. 509 00:31:27,844 --> 00:31:29,724 There was some organic compound left on the pad, 510 00:31:29,846 --> 00:31:32,224 but there wasn't enough material to do an autopsy. 511 00:31:39,648 --> 00:31:41,733 On a transporter, 512 00:31:41,900 --> 00:31:44,027 hardly a fitting end for one of the federation's 513 00:31:44,194 --> 00:31:46,196 most honored diplomats. 514 00:31:46,363 --> 00:31:48,003 Worf: Bridge to captain picard. 515 00:31:48,156 --> 00:31:49,199 Admiral mendak is hailing. 516 00:31:49,366 --> 00:31:51,451 He wishes to speak with you. 517 00:31:56,415 --> 00:31:59,876 We 're still waiting, captain. Is there a problem? 518 00:32:00,043 --> 00:32:01,420 Picard: There's been an accident. 519 00:32:01,586 --> 00:32:05,549 Ambassador t'pel has been killed in a transporter malfunction. 520 00:32:06,383 --> 00:32:08,135 What kind of malfunction? 521 00:32:08,301 --> 00:32:11,054 We are still investigating that. As soon as... 522 00:32:11,221 --> 00:32:14,516 I should have known the federation wasn't serious about this conference. 523 00:32:14,933 --> 00:32:18,562 Admiral, I assure you, the federation places the highest priority 524 00:32:18,728 --> 00:32:20,689 on this mission and its goal. 525 00:32:20,856 --> 00:32:23,984 Well played, captain. Well played. 526 00:32:24,151 --> 00:32:27,946 Starfleet opposes normalization of relations with the romulan empire, 527 00:32:28,113 --> 00:32:32,451 and so you are ordered to create an accident. 528 00:32:32,617 --> 00:32:33,785 You're mistaken. 529 00:32:33,952 --> 00:32:37,205 I am ready and willing to discuss the establishment 530 00:32:37,372 --> 00:32:38,957 of full diplomatic relations 531 00:32:39,124 --> 00:32:41,835 under the same terms as ambassador t'pel. 532 00:32:42,127 --> 00:32:45,589 A generous offer, since you know that we were willing to negotiate 533 00:32:45,755 --> 00:32:47,466 only with t'pel. 534 00:32:47,841 --> 00:32:49,551 I salute you again, captain. 535 00:32:49,718 --> 00:32:52,971 It was a maneuver worthy of a romulan. 536 00:32:53,263 --> 00:32:55,140 I suggest we both leave the neutral zone 537 00:32:55,307 --> 00:32:59,728 before there is another accident. 538 00:33:02,105 --> 00:33:05,358 Set course for federation territory, warp 2. 539 00:33:06,985 --> 00:33:07,986 Engage. 540 00:33:08,153 --> 00:33:10,780 Mr. Data, I want you to take charge of this investigation. 541 00:33:10,989 --> 00:33:14,451 Study computer logs, sensor information, everything. 542 00:33:14,618 --> 00:33:17,662 I refuse to believe that this was a simple malfunction. 543 00:33:17,829 --> 00:33:19,581 Aye, sir. 544 00:33:21,458 --> 00:33:23,919 Captain picard was the person who first interested me 545 00:33:24,085 --> 00:33:26,379 in the works of sir Arthur conan Doyle. 546 00:33:26,546 --> 00:33:28,840 I have subsequently become a great admirer 547 00:33:29,007 --> 00:33:31,134 of the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes 548 00:33:31,301 --> 00:33:34,012 and his ability to solve mysteries by careful examination 549 00:33:34,179 --> 00:33:36,681 of the available evidence. 550 00:33:46,107 --> 00:33:48,944 I have found Holmes' methodology of deductive reasoning 551 00:33:49,110 --> 00:33:50,612 to be quite useful. 552 00:33:50,779 --> 00:33:54,533 One of his adages is that once you have eliminated the impossible, 553 00:33:54,699 --> 00:33:57,661 whatever remains, however improbable, 554 00:33:57,827 --> 00:33:59,538 must be the truth. 555 00:34:01,790 --> 00:34:05,335 I'm sorry, I don't have time to give you another lesson right now, data. 556 00:34:05,502 --> 00:34:06,962 That is not my purpose. 557 00:34:07,128 --> 00:34:09,506 I would like to examine the remains of ambassador t'pel 558 00:34:09,673 --> 00:34:11,258 left on the transporter pad. 559 00:34:11,424 --> 00:34:13,885 I'm working on the report right now. 560 00:34:15,220 --> 00:34:17,222 Have you compared the genetic code 561 00:34:17,389 --> 00:34:21,184 with the ambassador's last recorded transporter ID traces? 562 00:34:21,351 --> 00:34:24,062 No, that's not standard procedure. Why? 563 00:34:24,229 --> 00:34:27,816 I could be chasing an untamed ornithoid without cause. 564 00:34:29,985 --> 00:34:31,528 A wild-goose chase? 565 00:34:34,447 --> 00:34:35,865 All right. 566 00:34:36,032 --> 00:34:40,078 Computer, access the transporter ID trace 567 00:34:40,245 --> 00:34:41,788 for ambassador t'pel. 568 00:34:43,748 --> 00:34:45,041 All right. 569 00:34:45,208 --> 00:34:46,928 There's the genetic record of the ambassador 570 00:34:47,085 --> 00:34:48,670 when she beamed aboard the enterprise. 571 00:34:48,837 --> 00:34:50,477 Now, the breakdown of the organic material 572 00:34:50,630 --> 00:34:54,092 found on the transporter pad should be identical. 573 00:34:56,469 --> 00:34:59,097 Mitochondrial structure fits the general parameters. 574 00:34:59,264 --> 00:35:03,101 No change in the nucleotide bases. 575 00:35:03,310 --> 00:35:07,606 Hm. There's a slight discrepancy in the base-pair sequence. 576 00:35:09,774 --> 00:35:11,067 Chemically, these are identical. 577 00:35:11,234 --> 00:35:14,237 However, the organic sample from the transporter 578 00:35:14,404 --> 00:35:19,326 is showing numerous single-bit errors, like replicated material. 579 00:35:19,492 --> 00:35:23,121 Can you postulate an explanation for the discrepancy? 580 00:35:23,747 --> 00:35:26,124 I'd say the DNA was either mutated by the transporter 581 00:35:26,291 --> 00:35:28,627 during the re-materialization process... 582 00:35:28,793 --> 00:35:31,713 A supposition not supported by the transporter records. 583 00:35:32,297 --> 00:35:35,800 Or these aren't the remains of the ambassador. 584 00:35:43,475 --> 00:35:45,894 The only abnormality found during my investigation 585 00:35:46,061 --> 00:35:49,648 was a temporary increase in the matter-to-energy signal ratio. 586 00:35:49,814 --> 00:35:52,442 Due to the circumstances, I decided to investigate the possibility 587 00:35:52,609 --> 00:35:56,071 that a second transporter signal had caused the fluctuation. 588 00:35:56,237 --> 00:35:59,491 Although this is highly improbable, it was the only remaining theory. 589 00:35:59,658 --> 00:36:01,785 A second transporter signal from where? 590 00:36:01,951 --> 00:36:03,244 From the devoras. 591 00:36:03,411 --> 00:36:05,830 Romulan transporters operate on a similar subspace frequency 592 00:36:05,997 --> 00:36:07,040 to our own. 593 00:36:07,207 --> 00:36:09,000 With only minor adjustments, they can be made 594 00:36:09,167 --> 00:36:11,711 to simulate our own transporter carrier wave. 595 00:36:13,380 --> 00:36:17,467 Are you saying they beamed the ambassador off our own pad? 596 00:36:17,634 --> 00:36:22,180 While, simultaneously, a small amount of genetically similar material 597 00:36:22,347 --> 00:36:24,432 was left in the ambassador's place. 598 00:36:24,599 --> 00:36:27,519 To make us believe that she had died as a result of the malfunction. 599 00:36:27,686 --> 00:36:29,145 Yes, sir. 600 00:36:30,355 --> 00:36:32,857 Mr. Worf, where is the devoras now? 601 00:36:33,024 --> 00:36:35,443 Worf: The ship is still in the neutral zone, 602 00:36:35,652 --> 00:36:38,321 on course 079, Mark 125. 603 00:36:38,488 --> 00:36:40,365 Speed, warp 2. 604 00:36:40,740 --> 00:36:42,701 Heading for home. 605 00:36:42,867 --> 00:36:45,870 The safest and most logical decision in this situation 606 00:36:46,037 --> 00:36:49,332 is to contact starfleet and await further instructions. 607 00:36:49,499 --> 00:36:53,628 However, based on past experience, I project only a 17 percent chance 608 00:36:53,795 --> 00:36:56,214 captain picard will choose that alternative. 609 00:36:57,590 --> 00:37:01,469 Red alert. All hands stand to battle stations. 610 00:37:05,682 --> 00:37:07,559 Lay in an intercept course to the romulan ship. 611 00:37:07,726 --> 00:37:10,061 Shields up. Load all torpedo bays. Stand by phasers. 612 00:37:10,228 --> 00:37:12,605 Warp factor 8. Engage. 613 00:37:14,899 --> 00:37:16,901 Open a channel to the devoras. 614 00:37:17,068 --> 00:37:18,486 Aye, sir. 615 00:37:19,863 --> 00:37:20,864 No response. 616 00:37:21,030 --> 00:37:22,907 The devoras is dropping out of warp, sir. 617 00:37:23,074 --> 00:37:24,743 Their weapon systems are powering up. 618 00:37:24,909 --> 00:37:26,745 - Go to impulse power. - Aye, sir. 619 00:37:34,294 --> 00:37:36,087 Message coming in, sir. 620 00:37:36,254 --> 00:37:38,173 On-screen. 621 00:37:39,174 --> 00:37:42,677 Captain, you agreed to leave the neutral zone without... 622 00:37:42,844 --> 00:37:46,848 Admiral mendak, you have taken our ambassador captive. 623 00:37:47,223 --> 00:37:52,729 I can assure you there is no one being held captive aboard this ship. 624 00:37:53,438 --> 00:37:57,066 We know about the transporter malfunction, 625 00:37:57,233 --> 00:37:59,611 and that you are holding ambassador t'pel. 626 00:37:59,778 --> 00:38:03,281 Captain, romulan warbird decloaking to starboard. 627 00:38:10,121 --> 00:38:13,792 I suggest you leave. Now. 628 00:38:15,210 --> 00:38:17,879 Admiral, it is my responsibility to protect the lives 629 00:38:18,046 --> 00:38:19,130 of federation citizens. 630 00:38:19,297 --> 00:38:22,050 I will not permit this abduction to succeed. 631 00:38:22,217 --> 00:38:24,137 Captain, you're not going to start an incident... 632 00:38:24,302 --> 00:38:27,305 Admiral mendak, I will take whatever action is necessary 633 00:38:27,472 --> 00:38:30,475 to obtain the return of the ambassador. 634 00:38:31,684 --> 00:38:33,561 In the game of poker, there is a moment 635 00:38:33,728 --> 00:38:36,564 when a player must decide if an opponent is being deceptive 636 00:38:36,731 --> 00:38:38,775 or actually holds a winning hand. 637 00:38:38,942 --> 00:38:41,194 This decision is based not only on the odds, 638 00:38:41,361 --> 00:38:43,571 but also on an appraisal of the man. 639 00:38:43,738 --> 00:38:46,741 Is he bluffing, or does he have the cards? 640 00:38:46,908 --> 00:38:53,164 Fortunately, captain, I am not ready to start a war today. 641 00:39:00,964 --> 00:39:03,842 Subcommander selok, actually. 642 00:39:04,634 --> 00:39:05,718 A spy. 643 00:39:06,177 --> 00:39:08,012 A patriot, captain. 644 00:39:08,179 --> 00:39:12,559 She has performed her service to the empire with distinction. 645 00:39:13,309 --> 00:39:16,437 Thank you for your help, captain. 646 00:39:16,604 --> 00:39:17,981 Mendak: You see now 647 00:39:18,147 --> 00:39:20,024 that we are not holding one of your citizens, 648 00:39:20,191 --> 00:39:24,028 and we thank you for returning our sister to us. 649 00:39:24,195 --> 00:39:28,783 But my Patience has limits. 650 00:39:28,950 --> 00:39:30,535 The game is over. 651 00:39:30,702 --> 00:39:35,164 I expect you to leave peacefully now. 652 00:39:36,749 --> 00:39:41,170 Captain, long-range sensors detect three romulan warbirds 653 00:39:41,337 --> 00:39:42,714 entering this sector. 654 00:39:43,256 --> 00:39:47,218 Some days you get the bear, and some days the bear gets you. 655 00:39:47,927 --> 00:39:50,013 Reverse course. 656 00:39:51,347 --> 00:39:55,643 Take us back into federation territory, warp 6. Engage. 657 00:40:08,031 --> 00:40:11,242 Keiko, I need your help. 658 00:40:11,409 --> 00:40:14,954 I have offended you and need to find a way to rectify my mistake. 659 00:40:15,121 --> 00:40:16,414 I am not sure what to do. 660 00:40:16,581 --> 00:40:18,583 You haven't offended me. 661 00:40:18,750 --> 00:40:20,501 I should not have interfered. 662 00:40:20,668 --> 00:40:22,420 It would be best if I apologize. 663 00:40:22,587 --> 00:40:24,756 It would be best if you got dressed. 664 00:40:24,923 --> 00:40:27,342 For the wedding. Oh! 665 00:40:31,471 --> 00:40:32,931 Come here. 666 00:40:33,097 --> 00:40:37,936 I have the most beautiful carnation for the father of the bride. 667 00:40:38,102 --> 00:40:39,812 No, don't be nervous. 668 00:40:39,979 --> 00:40:42,148 I am not nervous. 669 00:40:42,315 --> 00:40:44,192 I am confused. 670 00:41:36,995 --> 00:41:40,540 Since the days of the first wooden sailing ships, 671 00:41:40,707 --> 00:41:45,670 all captains have enjoyed the happy privilege 672 00:41:45,837 --> 00:41:51,342 ofjoining together two people in the bonds of matrimony. 673 00:41:51,509 --> 00:41:57,432 And so it is my honor to unite you, Keiko ishikawa, 674 00:41:57,598 --> 00:42:02,270 and you, miles Edward o'brien, together in matrimony... 675 00:42:02,437 --> 00:42:06,149 There are still many human emotions I do not fully comprehend. 676 00:42:06,315 --> 00:42:08,735 Anger, hatred, revenge. 677 00:42:09,277 --> 00:42:13,364 But I am not mystified by the desire to be loved. 678 00:42:13,531 --> 00:42:15,366 Or the need for friendship. 679 00:42:15,533 --> 00:42:18,703 These are things I do understand. 680 00:42:21,164 --> 00:42:22,684 - Picard: Congratulations. - Thank you. 681 00:42:22,749 --> 00:42:24,959 Woman: Congratulations. 682 00:42:54,238 --> 00:42:56,699 - I was looking for Dr. Crusher. - Shh. 683 00:43:00,578 --> 00:43:02,830 Data: The juarez child. Picard: Mm-hm. 684 00:43:03,122 --> 00:43:04,373 A boy. 685 00:43:05,083 --> 00:43:08,127 At the same time we were facing destruction, 686 00:43:08,294 --> 00:43:11,547 this small miracle was taking place. 687 00:43:16,135 --> 00:43:18,346 Welcome aboard. 688 00:43:23,142 --> 00:43:24,602 Worf: All systems normal, sir. 689 00:43:24,769 --> 00:43:27,480 We are on course for adelphus iv. 690 00:43:27,647 --> 00:43:30,274 Engineering is realigning the main deflector dish. 691 00:43:30,441 --> 00:43:33,111 Sickbay reports lieutenant umbato broke two ribs 692 00:43:33,277 --> 00:43:35,196 during a holodeck exercise, 693 00:43:35,363 --> 00:43:37,698 and sensors continue to gather long-range information 694 00:43:37,865 --> 00:43:39,575 on the murasaki quasar. 695 00:43:39,951 --> 00:43:41,119 Very well. I have the bridge. 696 00:43:41,285 --> 00:43:43,037 Aye, sir. 697 00:43:44,288 --> 00:43:48,334 If being human is not simply a matter of being born flesh and blood, 698 00:43:48,501 --> 00:43:52,713 if it is instead a way of thinking, acting and feeling, 699 00:43:52,880 --> 00:43:56,134 then / am hopeful that one day, I will discover my own humanity. 700 00:43:56,300 --> 00:43:58,386 Begin night watch. 701 00:43:58,553 --> 00:44:00,429 Until then, commander Maddox, 702 00:44:00,596 --> 00:44:05,601 I will continue learning, changing, growing, 703 00:44:05,768 --> 00:44:09,814 and trying to become more than what I am.