1 00:00:33,450 --> 00:00:34,930 Computer: Repulse shuttle has cleared. 2 00:00:35,077 --> 00:00:37,162 Docking bay free. 3 00:00:49,007 --> 00:00:50,217 Open hailing frequencies. 4 00:00:50,425 --> 00:00:52,010 Hailing frequencies open. 5 00:00:52,219 --> 00:00:54,012 Repulse, this is the enterprise. 6 00:00:54,221 --> 00:00:55,264 We are getting underway. 7 00:00:55,472 --> 00:00:57,140 Man [on screen]: Acknowledged, enterprise. 8 00:00:57,349 --> 00:00:59,518 Transfer complete. Good luck on your mission. 9 00:00:59,726 --> 00:01:00,769 And to you. 10 00:01:00,978 --> 00:01:02,604 Man: Give my regards to your captain. 11 00:01:02,813 --> 00:01:04,606 Repulse out. 12 00:01:04,815 --> 00:01:06,024 Shuttlebay secure, sir. 13 00:01:06,233 --> 00:01:07,776 Thank you, Mr. Crusher. 14 00:01:07,985 --> 00:01:10,028 Make all preparations to get underway. 15 00:01:10,195 --> 00:01:12,155 We're constructing the enclosure on cargo deck 5. 16 00:01:12,322 --> 00:01:13,323 [Door beeps] 17 00:01:13,490 --> 00:01:14,783 Come. 18 00:01:14,992 --> 00:01:16,368 The transfer has been completed. 19 00:01:16,577 --> 00:01:18,412 Dr. Pulaski is being shown to her quarters. 20 00:01:18,620 --> 00:01:20,914 - We're ready to get underway. - Grand. 21 00:01:21,123 --> 00:01:24,376 Take a look at the containment module our chief engineer has designed. 22 00:01:25,168 --> 00:01:28,547 Chief engineer. It still has a nice ring to it. 23 00:01:28,755 --> 00:01:31,216 Each of these units will have total environmental control. 24 00:01:31,425 --> 00:01:35,095 Gravity, temperature, atmosphere, light, all in a protective stasis field. 25 00:01:35,429 --> 00:01:37,723 And these get put into the large containment unit? 26 00:01:37,931 --> 00:01:41,852 Right. See, these modules will keep the specimens alive, 27 00:01:42,060 --> 00:01:45,939 but it's this large containment area that's gonna keep us alive. 28 00:01:46,148 --> 00:01:48,275 Now I have to go and replicate this 512 times, 29 00:01:48,483 --> 00:01:50,277 which means I'll have to divert power 30 00:01:50,485 --> 00:01:52,525 from the warp engines to the replicator for a while. 31 00:01:52,654 --> 00:01:54,990 Oh. How long will we be on impulse power? 32 00:01:55,198 --> 00:01:57,075 A couple of hours. It can't be helped. 33 00:01:57,284 --> 00:01:58,564 Riker: When we leave 'aucdet ix, 34 00:01:58,660 --> 00:02:00,662 I'll need all the power in those warp engines. 35 00:02:00,871 --> 00:02:02,497 You'll have it. 36 00:02:02,706 --> 00:02:06,627 Number one, I'll relieve you at 0300. 37 00:02:09,630 --> 00:02:11,006 Take us out of orbit, Mr. Crusher. 38 00:02:11,214 --> 00:02:13,342 Set course for 'aucdet ix. 39 00:02:13,550 --> 00:02:16,803 Aye, sir. Course for 'aucdet ix has been input. 40 00:02:17,012 --> 00:02:18,805 Maximum impulse velocity. 41 00:02:19,014 --> 00:02:20,390 Aye, sir. 42 00:02:20,599 --> 00:02:22,392 Engage. 43 00:02:39,826 --> 00:02:41,745 Data: Engineering, this is science one. 44 00:02:41,953 --> 00:02:45,832 I have just observed what appeared to be a random energy transference. 45 00:02:46,041 --> 00:02:47,481 - Where? - Data [over intercom]: Aft. 46 00:02:47,542 --> 00:02:49,127 Outboard of the port nacelle. 47 00:02:49,336 --> 00:02:51,338 Hold on, I'll check. 48 00:02:57,511 --> 00:02:59,721 No, I show nothing here, data. 49 00:03:00,138 --> 00:03:02,307 - Problem, commander? - Possibility, sir. 50 00:03:02,516 --> 00:03:05,435 An unexplained power fluctuation. 51 00:03:05,811 --> 00:03:08,689 - You let me know if it reoccurs. - Aye, sir. 52 00:03:18,031 --> 00:03:20,033 [Both speaking indistinctly] 53 00:03:46,435 --> 00:03:48,437 [Grunting] 54 00:04:18,091 --> 00:04:20,093 [Panting] 55 00:04:51,291 --> 00:04:55,545 Picard: Space, the final frontier. 56 00:04:56,087 --> 00:05:00,050 These are the voyages of the starship enterprise. 57 00:05:00,258 --> 00:05:05,430 Its continuing mission: To explore strange new worlds, 58 00:05:06,056 --> 00:05:10,185 to seek out new life and new civilizations, 59 00:05:10,644 --> 00:05:15,106 to boldly go where no one has gone before. 60 00:06:11,997 --> 00:06:15,625 Picard: Captain's log, stardate 420731. 61 00:06:15,834 --> 00:06:20,130 There's been an outbreak of plasma plague in the rachel/s system. 62 00:06:20,297 --> 00:06:23,133 We 're on a run to collect specimens of the deadly plague 63 00:06:23,341 --> 00:06:26,344 and transport them to science station tango Sierra, 64 00:06:26,553 --> 00:06:30,265 where, hopefully, an antidote can be produced. 65 00:06:30,473 --> 00:06:31,516 How's it going? 66 00:06:31,725 --> 00:06:34,978 Finished. Just waiting to insert the modules. 67 00:06:38,940 --> 00:06:40,609 Number one. 68 00:06:41,401 --> 00:06:42,961 Lieutenant la forge says we will be able 69 00:06:43,153 --> 00:06:44,779 to engage the warp drive within the hour. 70 00:06:44,988 --> 00:06:46,281 Grand. Mr. Data, 71 00:06:46,615 --> 00:06:47,741 when we have a complete list 72 00:06:47,949 --> 00:06:49,549 of all the specimens we will be carrying, 73 00:06:49,743 --> 00:06:52,621 I want you and doctor, uh... 74 00:06:53,163 --> 00:06:54,497 Pulaski, sir. 75 00:06:54,706 --> 00:06:56,583 Dr. Pulaski. I want you to go through them. 76 00:06:56,791 --> 00:06:58,126 Aye, sir. 77 00:07:00,503 --> 00:07:02,297 By the way, where is our new doctor? 78 00:07:02,505 --> 00:07:05,634 - Has she reported in? - Not yet. 79 00:07:06,885 --> 00:07:08,762 Sickbay, this is the captain. 80 00:07:08,970 --> 00:07:10,330 Man [over intercom]: Sickba y, aye. 81 00:07:10,472 --> 00:07:11,890 Is Dr. Pulaski there? 82 00:07:12,057 --> 00:07:15,977 Man: Uh, no, sir, the doctor is in ten-forward. 83 00:07:18,813 --> 00:07:20,357 - Thank you. Man: Aye, sir. 84 00:07:23,109 --> 00:07:26,279 A few hours on board and already she's found ten-forward. 85 00:07:26,488 --> 00:07:28,740 - I'll go get her. Picard: No. 86 00:07:30,617 --> 00:07:32,118 I'll go. 87 00:07:36,081 --> 00:07:38,500 Not the best way to meet your new captain. 88 00:07:41,336 --> 00:07:43,630 Picard: Deck ten, forward station one. 89 00:07:44,714 --> 00:07:46,549 Hello, captain. 90 00:07:47,467 --> 00:07:49,094 Ensign. 91 00:07:57,686 --> 00:08:03,108 I'm, uh, sorry this mission will delay your reunion with your mother. 92 00:08:03,316 --> 00:08:04,693 That's all right. 93 00:08:04,901 --> 00:08:08,363 It'll give me the time to finish some projects I have to do. 94 00:08:18,373 --> 00:08:21,334 It's going to be hard leaving the enterprise. 95 00:08:22,419 --> 00:08:24,879 Mixed feelings for all of us. 96 00:08:27,298 --> 00:08:29,009 It's always hard leaving any ship. 97 00:08:29,217 --> 00:08:31,052 Just as it was for your mother 98 00:08:31,261 --> 00:08:34,014 when she left to become head of starfleet medical. 99 00:08:34,222 --> 00:08:37,058 But moving from one assignment to another is part of the life 100 00:08:37,267 --> 00:08:39,019 which you are choosing. 101 00:08:39,352 --> 00:08:40,812 I know. 102 00:08:41,021 --> 00:08:43,606 But this isn't any ship. 103 00:08:46,234 --> 00:08:48,111 How true. 104 00:09:02,792 --> 00:09:04,294 - Guinan. - Captain. 105 00:09:04,502 --> 00:09:06,921 Where is Dr. Pulaski? 106 00:09:10,133 --> 00:09:11,718 Thank you. 107 00:09:18,349 --> 00:09:20,060 Dr. Katherine pulaski? 108 00:09:20,226 --> 00:09:24,647 - Ah. You must be captain picard. - Doctor, protocol may have been lax 109 00:09:24,856 --> 00:09:26,976 on your last assignment, but here on the enterprise... 110 00:09:27,108 --> 00:09:29,444 Sit down, captain, you'd better listen to this. 111 00:09:43,583 --> 00:09:45,043 Lieutenant la forge, status report. 112 00:09:45,210 --> 00:09:47,545 La forge [over intercom]: The containment area is completed 113 00:09:47,712 --> 00:09:49,552 and the last of the modules are being inserted. 114 00:09:49,714 --> 00:09:51,194 Take us to warp 6 as soon as possible. 115 00:09:51,341 --> 00:09:53,885 - La forge: Acknowledged. - This is Dr. Katherine pulaski. 116 00:09:54,094 --> 00:09:56,888 We'll handle the formal introductions later. 117 00:10:01,142 --> 00:10:03,520 Counselor Deanna troi is pregnant. 118 00:10:05,772 --> 00:10:08,817 - She is going to have a baby. - — baby? 119 00:10:13,655 --> 00:10:15,115 This is a surprise. 120 00:10:16,491 --> 00:10:18,368 More so for me. 121 00:10:18,576 --> 00:10:21,412 This pregnancy is unlike anything I have ever encountered. 122 00:10:21,621 --> 00:10:23,748 Since she came to me a few hours ago, 123 00:10:23,957 --> 00:10:28,753 I have done two complete examinations of counselor troi. 124 00:10:30,046 --> 00:10:32,048 Now, this is the first examination. 125 00:10:32,257 --> 00:10:36,052 The fetus is about halfway through the first trimester, about six weeks old. 126 00:10:36,261 --> 00:10:37,512 Now, understand, 127 00:10:37,720 --> 00:10:41,057 we believe that conception took place 11 hours ago. 128 00:10:41,266 --> 00:10:43,226 - What? Pulaski: It gets better. 129 00:10:44,144 --> 00:10:46,563 This is the second exam, one hour later. 130 00:10:46,771 --> 00:10:48,773 Now, it's consistent, except for the fact 131 00:10:48,982 --> 00:10:51,776 that it appears that the fetus is several weeks older. 132 00:10:51,985 --> 00:10:56,948 At this growth rate, counselor troi will have her baby in about 36 hours. 133 00:10:57,323 --> 00:11:01,870 The normal gestation rate for a betazoid is 10 months. 134 00:11:02,954 --> 00:11:04,873 I don't mean to be indelicate, 135 00:11:05,874 --> 00:11:07,375 but who's the father? 136 00:11:09,711 --> 00:11:13,256 Last night while I slept, 137 00:11:13,464 --> 00:11:17,135 something which I can only describe as a presence 138 00:11:17,343 --> 00:11:19,053 entered my body. 139 00:11:20,221 --> 00:11:23,933 Picard: A life-form of unknown origin and intent is breeding 140 00:11:24,142 --> 00:11:26,019 right now inside counselor troi. 141 00:11:26,227 --> 00:11:27,937 Our purpose here is to determine 142 00:11:28,146 --> 00:11:30,064 what is to be done about this. Discussion. 143 00:11:30,273 --> 00:11:32,192 No, wait, now let me get this straight. 144 00:11:32,400 --> 00:11:35,695 Deanna was impregnated by what? 145 00:11:35,987 --> 00:11:39,240 Doctor, what do the tests show? Is it a humanoid? An alien? 146 00:11:39,449 --> 00:11:40,783 It's a male human. 147 00:11:40,992 --> 00:11:43,745 Or in this case, half human, half betazoid. 148 00:11:43,953 --> 00:11:45,413 Riker: Exactly the same as Deanna. 149 00:11:45,622 --> 00:11:46,748 Pulaski: In every way. 150 00:11:46,956 --> 00:11:47,957 [Fetus's heart beating] 151 00:11:48,124 --> 00:11:50,405 Pulaski [in distorted voice]: There is nothing to indicate 152 00:11:50,543 --> 00:11:52,023 any genetic patterns other than hers. 153 00:11:52,170 --> 00:11:54,410 Riker [in distorted voice]: I don't think this is random. 154 00:11:54,547 --> 00:11:58,676 I think there's a purpose here, a reason. What, I don't know. 155 00:11:58,885 --> 00:12:02,972 Worf [in distorted voice]: The pregnancy must be terminated. 156 00:12:03,181 --> 00:12:05,433 For the safety of the ship and the crew. 157 00:12:05,642 --> 00:12:08,394 Riker: Worf, you can't assume the intent was belligerent. 158 00:12:08,603 --> 00:12:10,480 Worf: That is the safest assumption. 159 00:12:10,688 --> 00:12:13,441 Data [in distorted voice]: Captain, this is a life-form. 160 00:12:13,650 --> 00:12:15,735 Not to allow it to develop naturally 161 00:12:15,944 --> 00:12:18,071 would deny us the opportunity to study it. 162 00:12:18,279 --> 00:12:23,910 Worf: If the fetus is aborted, laboratory analysis is still possible. 163 00:12:24,118 --> 00:12:27,455 Riker: Doctor, is there any health risk to counselor troi 164 00:12:27,664 --> 00:12:29,916 if the fetus is aborted? 165 00:12:30,708 --> 00:12:31,918 Captain. 166 00:12:35,129 --> 00:12:39,968 Do whatever you feel is necessary to protect the ship and the crew. 167 00:12:40,218 --> 00:12:42,220 But know this. 168 00:12:43,096 --> 00:12:45,974 I'm going to have this baby. 169 00:12:50,895 --> 00:12:54,565 Then it seems that the discussion is over. 170 00:13:03,783 --> 00:13:05,285 Picard: Captain's log, supplemental. 171 00:13:05,493 --> 00:13:07,620 We have finally arrived at 'aucdet ix, 172 00:13:07,829 --> 00:13:09,956 where we will pick up the specimens of plasma plague 173 00:13:10,164 --> 00:13:11,791 for transport to rachelis. 174 00:13:12,000 --> 00:13:14,711 It is only because so many lives are at stake 175 00:13:14,919 --> 00:13:17,797 that I'm willing to put this ship and crew at such great risk. 176 00:13:18,923 --> 00:13:22,593 Meanwhile, counselor troi's pregnancy continues to progress 177 00:13:22,802 --> 00:13:25,263 at an astonishing rate. 178 00:13:33,855 --> 00:13:35,106 Picard: How are you feeling? 179 00:13:35,315 --> 00:13:38,735 I should be feeling uncomfortable with all the changes in my body, 180 00:13:38,943 --> 00:13:40,695 but I don't. I feel fine. 181 00:13:41,821 --> 00:13:44,324 Better than fine. Wonderful. 182 00:13:44,532 --> 00:13:45,825 Standard orbit. 183 00:13:46,868 --> 00:13:49,037 Standard orbit, sir. 184 00:13:49,537 --> 00:13:51,122 Open hailing frequencies. 185 00:13:51,331 --> 00:13:53,041 Worf: Hailing frequencies open. 186 00:13:53,249 --> 00:13:56,669 'Aucdet ix, this is captain Jean-Luc picard of the USS enterprise. 187 00:13:56,836 --> 00:14:01,132 Ah, the enterprise, here at last. Well, good, let's get going. 188 00:14:01,341 --> 00:14:03,009 Excuse me, to whom am I speaking? 189 00:14:03,217 --> 00:14:04,552 To whom are you speaking? 190 00:14:04,761 --> 00:14:06,763 I'm lieutenant commander hester dealt. 191 00:14:06,971 --> 00:14:10,475 Medical trustee. Federation medical collection station. 192 00:14:10,683 --> 00:14:12,310 Are the specimens ready for transfer? 193 00:14:12,518 --> 00:14:15,104 Yes, but with your permission, I would like to inspect 194 00:14:15,313 --> 00:14:17,148 the containment area before we proceed. 195 00:14:17,690 --> 00:14:21,235 [On screen] Now, it's not that! Doubt the ability of your crew, captain, 196 00:14:21,444 --> 00:14:23,112 but we cannot afford a mistake. 197 00:14:23,321 --> 00:14:24,572 I appreciate your caution. 198 00:14:24,781 --> 00:14:28,659 In the like vein, I want a complete detailed manifest 199 00:14:28,868 --> 00:14:31,037 of everything you intend to bring aboard my ship. 200 00:14:31,245 --> 00:14:35,041 Very good. I will allow you access to my computer banks, okay? 201 00:14:37,627 --> 00:14:39,227 Picard: Mr. Data, download the inventory, 202 00:14:39,379 --> 00:14:41,139 cross-reference it with the medical computer. 203 00:14:41,297 --> 00:14:44,550 Number one, arrange to have hester dealt transported up. 204 00:14:45,259 --> 00:14:46,677 Picard: Captain's log, supplemental. 205 00:14:46,886 --> 00:14:50,181 Although it's been nearly 14 hours since we arrived at 'aucdet ix, 206 00:14:50,390 --> 00:14:54,310 hester dealt has still not completed his inspection of the containment unit. 207 00:14:54,519 --> 00:14:56,062 A transfer will not be permitted 208 00:14:56,270 --> 00:14:59,649 until he's assured of zero growth during our voyage. 209 00:14:59,857 --> 00:15:03,528 Meanwhile, the desperate pleas from the rachelis system continue. 210 00:15:03,736 --> 00:15:06,447 Captain, the final manifest has been received. 211 00:15:07,990 --> 00:15:10,870 Review it with Dr. Pulaski. I want you to be completely familiar with it. 212 00:15:11,035 --> 00:15:12,412 Aye, sir. 213 00:15:16,833 --> 00:15:20,795 Data, would you help me get to sickbay? 214 00:15:26,217 --> 00:15:28,803 - It's time. - Oh, you bet it is. 215 00:15:29,011 --> 00:15:30,638 Let's get you to maternity. 216 00:15:30,847 --> 00:15:33,015 Worf, assemble your security team in sickbay. 217 00:15:33,224 --> 00:15:36,144 - Is that necessary? - Data: Yes, doctor. Captain's orders. 218 00:15:36,352 --> 00:15:40,565 Well, it's strange to need armed guards in a delivery room. 219 00:15:41,232 --> 00:15:42,608 This way. 220 00:15:43,985 --> 00:15:46,529 - How frequent are your contractions? - Very close together. 221 00:15:46,737 --> 00:15:48,656 Oh, in my other deliveries, except for a couple, 222 00:15:48,865 --> 00:15:50,116 the father was always present. 223 00:15:50,324 --> 00:15:51,909 Difficult under the circumstances. 224 00:15:52,118 --> 00:15:53,703 Perhaps I could serve in that capacity. 225 00:15:53,911 --> 00:15:56,581 Counselor troi is going to need the comfort of a human touch 226 00:15:56,789 --> 00:15:58,416 and not the cold hand of technology. 227 00:15:58,624 --> 00:16:01,669 Doctor, I think commander data will do very nicely. 228 00:16:01,878 --> 00:16:03,171 Your choice. 229 00:16:09,427 --> 00:16:11,846 You don't have to do anything, data. 230 00:16:12,054 --> 00:16:13,097 Just be with me. 231 00:16:13,306 --> 00:16:15,558 Pulaski: There's nothing to be nervous about. 232 00:16:15,766 --> 00:16:17,185 Nervous? 233 00:16:17,393 --> 00:16:18,895 I find this very interesting. 234 00:16:21,564 --> 00:16:25,359 Although I understand, in technical terms, how life is formed, 235 00:16:25,568 --> 00:16:28,529 there is still a part of the process which eludes me. 236 00:16:28,946 --> 00:16:31,032 The child inside you. 237 00:16:31,240 --> 00:16:33,701 Are you able to access his thought process? 238 00:16:33,910 --> 00:16:35,244 Does he have thoughts? 239 00:16:35,453 --> 00:16:37,371 You are aware of him. Is he aware of you? 240 00:16:37,580 --> 00:16:39,165 When does that awareness begin? 241 00:16:39,373 --> 00:16:40,583 It's happening. 242 00:16:40,791 --> 00:16:42,418 - Data: How does it feel? - Data. 243 00:16:42,627 --> 00:16:43,794 - Data: Yes? - Now. 244 00:16:44,003 --> 00:16:47,548 Now. Now, now. Doctor. Doctor. Doctor. 245 00:16:47,757 --> 00:16:49,425 This is an impatient baby. 246 00:16:49,634 --> 00:16:52,970 He's eager to make his appearance. 247 00:16:53,179 --> 00:16:54,889 Now, do you want something for the pain? 248 00:16:55,097 --> 00:16:57,517 It will in no way diminish the experience. 249 00:16:58,392 --> 00:17:00,102 I have felt no pain. 250 00:17:00,686 --> 00:17:05,775 - None? - No. None at all. 251 00:17:06,984 --> 00:17:09,028 Pulaski: Have your security men stand back. 252 00:17:09,237 --> 00:17:11,614 I understand the importance of having you here, 253 00:17:11,822 --> 00:17:14,283 but keep out from underfoot. 254 00:17:14,492 --> 00:17:16,494 [Troi panting] 255 00:17:18,955 --> 00:17:23,000 Pulaski: Fetal pulse? Attendant: One thirty-seven. 256 00:17:29,173 --> 00:17:32,051 Pulaski: The baby is showing healthy respiratory movements. 257 00:17:32,260 --> 00:17:35,137 The action of the heart rate is good. 258 00:17:36,472 --> 00:17:38,391 [Troi panting] 259 00:17:39,141 --> 00:17:41,852 Pulaski: The baby's doing wonderfully, troi. 260 00:17:43,479 --> 00:17:45,898 Breathe slowly. 261 00:17:48,359 --> 00:17:50,903 You're doing great. Stay calm. 262 00:17:52,905 --> 00:17:55,616 That's it. There it is. 263 00:17:57,451 --> 00:17:59,745 I've got him. You can relax. 264 00:17:59,954 --> 00:18:01,956 [Baby crying] 265 00:18:34,739 --> 00:18:38,200 Pulaski: There, there. That's a good boy. 266 00:18:39,493 --> 00:18:40,536 Okay. 267 00:18:42,496 --> 00:18:45,458 Oh, my, he's beautiful. 268 00:18:59,347 --> 00:19:02,308 Are easy births the norm for betazoids? 269 00:19:02,975 --> 00:19:05,519 Not according to my mother. 270 00:19:08,522 --> 00:19:10,524 You can come in the rest of the way now. 271 00:19:18,032 --> 00:19:20,701 There's no threat, lieutenant. You and your men can relax. 272 00:19:20,910 --> 00:19:23,079 It's just a baby. 273 00:19:36,509 --> 00:19:38,803 Thank you for allowing me to participate. 274 00:19:42,098 --> 00:19:43,891 It was remarkable. 275 00:19:46,227 --> 00:19:47,395 Do you have a name? 276 00:19:48,479 --> 00:19:50,940 Ian Andrew, after my father. 277 00:20:03,744 --> 00:20:07,123 - Were you here all along? - Yes. 278 00:20:08,082 --> 00:20:10,376 He's beautiful, Deanna. 279 00:20:10,918 --> 00:20:13,087 Just like his mother. 280 00:20:18,592 --> 00:20:20,386 How do you feel? 281 00:20:21,429 --> 00:20:23,180 Fine. 282 00:20:24,014 --> 00:20:25,933 Wonderful. 283 00:20:26,475 --> 00:20:29,186 Thank you, doctor, for everything. 284 00:20:30,438 --> 00:20:32,356 Amazing. 285 00:20:48,539 --> 00:20:49,957 Captain. 286 00:20:50,166 --> 00:20:52,626 Doctor, welcome to the bridge. 287 00:20:52,835 --> 00:20:54,003 Please, sit down. 288 00:20:54,211 --> 00:20:56,046 How is counselor troi? 289 00:20:56,255 --> 00:20:57,965 Did she have a good night? 290 00:20:58,174 --> 00:21:01,260 Pulaski: I've delivered dozens of babies, but none like this. 291 00:21:01,469 --> 00:21:03,888 - There was no pain. No trauma. - Riker: It's true. 292 00:21:04,096 --> 00:21:06,432 It was effortless for both of them. 293 00:21:07,224 --> 00:21:09,143 I'm not sure of your point. 294 00:21:09,351 --> 00:21:11,479 Pulaski: She had her baby yesterday. 295 00:21:11,687 --> 00:21:13,105 If I were to examine her now, 296 00:21:13,314 --> 00:21:15,065 I would not be able to tell she had a baby, 297 00:21:15,274 --> 00:21:17,067 or had ever had a baby. 298 00:21:17,735 --> 00:21:21,655 It was as if the incident never happened. 299 00:21:23,616 --> 00:21:25,785 Data, how long before we begin the transfer? 300 00:21:25,993 --> 00:21:27,620 Data: Two hours 19 minutes, sir. 301 00:21:27,828 --> 00:21:29,108 Number one, you have the bridge. 302 00:21:29,288 --> 00:21:30,414 Aye, sir. 303 00:21:31,540 --> 00:21:33,292 You will accompany me, doctor, please? 304 00:21:33,501 --> 00:21:37,463 I think it's time I paid my respects. 305 00:21:43,469 --> 00:21:44,470 [Door beeps] 306 00:21:44,637 --> 00:21:46,222 Troi: Come in. 307 00:21:49,683 --> 00:21:50,768 Deanna? 308 00:21:50,976 --> 00:21:54,605 I wanted to see how you were and have a look at your... 309 00:21:55,815 --> 00:21:58,359 Baby. My goodness. 310 00:22:03,030 --> 00:22:05,991 - How old is he? - In actuality, a day. 311 00:22:08,577 --> 00:22:10,120 - Yes, but... - In appearance, 312 00:22:10,329 --> 00:22:12,623 almost 4 earth years old. 313 00:22:13,457 --> 00:22:14,708 Troi: Ian, 314 00:22:15,584 --> 00:22:17,628 say hello to captain picard. 315 00:22:18,420 --> 00:22:19,964 You mean he can talk? 316 00:22:28,055 --> 00:22:30,015 Hello, Ian. 317 00:22:31,183 --> 00:22:34,144 Please don't worry. Everything is okay. 318 00:22:43,821 --> 00:22:45,406 Picard: Captain's log, supplemental. 319 00:22:45,614 --> 00:22:48,242 We are faced with two major problems: 320 00:22:50,077 --> 00:22:52,955 And the deadly cargo we are about to take on. 321 00:22:53,163 --> 00:22:54,498 In the hours since his birth, 322 00:22:54,707 --> 00:22:57,209 troi's baby has continued his rapid growth 323 00:22:57,418 --> 00:23:01,422 and now appears physically and mentally to be a child of 8. 324 00:23:01,630 --> 00:23:05,509 Still there is no indication as to who he is or why he's here. 325 00:23:05,718 --> 00:23:07,094 Sickbay, this is the bridge. 326 00:23:07,303 --> 00:23:08,846 We are ready to begin loading. 327 00:23:09,054 --> 00:23:11,094 Pulaski [over intercom]: We need a little more time. 328 00:23:11,223 --> 00:23:14,476 It's taking longer than we anticipated to categorize these specimens. 329 00:23:14,810 --> 00:23:17,396 Data, look at this. 330 00:23:19,857 --> 00:23:22,276 - "Data." - what? 331 00:23:22,568 --> 00:23:26,655 - My name. It is pronounced "data." - Oh? 332 00:23:26,822 --> 00:23:28,157 You called me data. 333 00:23:28,365 --> 00:23:30,701 Ha, ha. What's the difference? 334 00:23:32,328 --> 00:23:35,414 One is my name. The other is not. 335 00:23:36,832 --> 00:23:38,918 Is this possible? 336 00:23:41,712 --> 00:23:45,591 With all your neural nets, algorithms and heuristics? 337 00:23:46,759 --> 00:23:50,095 Is there some combination that makes up a circuit for bruised feelings? 338 00:23:52,348 --> 00:23:54,058 Possible? 339 00:24:00,898 --> 00:24:03,984 I am unfamiliar with this symbol. 340 00:24:04,818 --> 00:24:08,030 It indicates a genetically engineered biological life-form. 341 00:24:08,572 --> 00:24:12,534 About 20 percent of the specimens fall into that category. 342 00:24:12,743 --> 00:24:14,703 Some eager beaver at play. 343 00:24:16,205 --> 00:24:17,831 Query. 344 00:24:18,791 --> 00:24:19,959 Eager beaver? 345 00:24:20,501 --> 00:24:22,670 Well, in this case, eager beaver refers 346 00:24:22,878 --> 00:24:25,631 to some overachieving genetic engineer 347 00:24:25,839 --> 00:24:29,426 who, probably because of lack of anything better to do, 348 00:24:29,635 --> 00:24:33,097 has forced this strain of virus to mutate, 349 00:24:33,305 --> 00:24:36,684 just so he can see how bad bad can get. 350 00:24:39,103 --> 00:24:40,354 Captain picard. 351 00:24:42,606 --> 00:24:46,068 Pulaski: I just wanted you to know what risks we 're about to take. 352 00:24:46,276 --> 00:24:47,319 Go on. 353 00:24:47,528 --> 00:24:50,823 If the most innocuous specimen on the manifest list gets loose, 354 00:24:51,323 --> 00:24:56,078 it will destroy all life on the enterprise in a matter of hours. 355 00:24:56,286 --> 00:24:58,288 I understand, doctor. 356 00:24:58,497 --> 00:24:59,748 Do you have a recommendation? 357 00:24:59,957 --> 00:25:03,377 Considering how desperately this is needed, no, I don't. 358 00:25:03,585 --> 00:25:06,213 I just wanted you to know what we were carrying. 359 00:25:06,422 --> 00:25:10,217 Thank you. Commander data, if you've completed your review, 360 00:25:10,426 --> 00:25:12,845 you're needed in transporter room 3. 361 00:25:13,053 --> 00:25:14,972 Aye, sir. Excuse me, doctor. 362 00:25:15,180 --> 00:25:16,682 That's all right, data. 363 00:25:40,748 --> 00:25:42,416 Troi: Ian? 364 00:25:42,791 --> 00:25:44,043 Ian. 365 00:25:44,251 --> 00:25:45,669 He's a very tactile child. 366 00:25:45,878 --> 00:25:48,047 He wants to touch and feel everything. 367 00:25:48,255 --> 00:25:50,174 It's time to go, sweetheart. 368 00:25:53,427 --> 00:25:56,055 Unbelievable. 369 00:25:56,847 --> 00:26:00,642 I think he's actually grown since you dropped him off. 370 00:26:00,851 --> 00:26:02,227 I like it here, mommy. 371 00:26:02,436 --> 00:26:04,146 I thought you would. 372 00:26:04,354 --> 00:26:06,154 Say thank you to miss gladstone for having you 373 00:26:06,356 --> 00:26:07,900 and let's go get something to eat. 374 00:26:08,108 --> 00:26:09,693 Thank you. 375 00:26:11,236 --> 00:26:12,863 Thank you. 376 00:26:17,409 --> 00:26:20,704 Co m p ute r: Bio-transport authorization complete. 377 00:26:24,625 --> 00:26:27,127 Cargo deck 5, we will commence transportation 378 00:26:27,336 --> 00:26:28,754 [over intercom] On your command. 379 00:26:28,962 --> 00:26:31,882 Transporter 3, we are ready to receive. 380 00:26:51,944 --> 00:26:55,697 Data, the first batch is in place and we're ready for the next. 381 00:27:01,411 --> 00:27:04,039 You'll inform me when loading is complete and the cargo secure? 382 00:27:04,248 --> 00:27:05,666 La forge: Aye, sir. 383 00:27:16,301 --> 00:27:17,511 [Door beeps] 384 00:27:17,678 --> 00:27:19,346 Come in. 385 00:27:20,139 --> 00:27:23,183 I wanted to stop by and see how Ian was doing. 386 00:27:23,934 --> 00:27:27,271 We're doing fine. I was just about to get him his supper. 387 00:27:27,479 --> 00:27:29,314 Do you want your supper now too? 388 00:27:29,523 --> 00:27:33,360 Um, no, Ian. But thank you for the invitation. 389 00:27:33,569 --> 00:27:35,279 You're welcome. 390 00:27:44,872 --> 00:27:46,874 Have you ever played with puppies? 391 00:27:47,082 --> 00:27:50,043 They had a litter today in the nursery. 392 00:27:50,502 --> 00:27:53,130 No, Ian, I don't think I've played with puppies. 393 00:27:53,338 --> 00:27:56,341 You should come to the nursery while the puppies are still there. 394 00:27:56,550 --> 00:27:57,759 Perhaps later. 395 00:28:08,687 --> 00:28:11,148 Oh, let me see it. 396 00:28:15,986 --> 00:28:18,572 That's not so bad. 397 00:28:24,953 --> 00:28:26,622 My face is wet. 398 00:28:28,916 --> 00:28:31,126 Troi: Is that better, sweetheart? 399 00:28:31,543 --> 00:28:34,213 Everything's going to be fine. 400 00:28:34,963 --> 00:28:37,007 He allowed himself to be burned. 401 00:28:37,174 --> 00:28:38,842 Mm-hm. For the experience. 402 00:28:39,051 --> 00:28:40,219 Who is he? 403 00:28:41,303 --> 00:28:42,638 Why is he here? 404 00:28:42,846 --> 00:28:44,681 What does he want? 405 00:28:48,352 --> 00:28:51,438 Ian, could you tell us why you're here? 406 00:28:52,231 --> 00:28:54,358 Because mommy said it was time to eat. 407 00:28:56,109 --> 00:28:59,905 No. I mean, why are you here on this ship? 408 00:29:00,364 --> 00:29:03,450 - I live here. - Ian, I think the captain wants to know 409 00:29:03,659 --> 00:29:05,827 if you're ready to tell us why you came here. 410 00:29:06,203 --> 00:29:09,081 No. Not yet. 411 00:29:18,006 --> 00:29:20,509 The answer is within him. 412 00:29:20,717 --> 00:29:23,303 When his cognitive powers have sufficiently developed, 413 00:29:23,512 --> 00:29:25,013 he will be able to articulate it. 414 00:29:25,222 --> 00:29:27,015 I hope he will tell us soon. 415 00:29:30,560 --> 00:29:33,021 Cargo has been loaded and is secure. 416 00:29:33,230 --> 00:29:34,731 Then take us out of orbit, number one. 417 00:29:34,940 --> 00:29:37,901 Set a course for rachelis, warp 6. 418 00:29:59,089 --> 00:30:00,757 [Speaks indistinctly] 419 00:30:03,593 --> 00:30:05,429 Excuse me. 420 00:30:10,309 --> 00:30:12,352 Can I get you something? 421 00:30:13,020 --> 00:30:16,231 No, nothing. I just like to stand here. 422 00:30:16,440 --> 00:30:19,776 I don't blame you. It's beautiful. 423 00:30:22,571 --> 00:30:25,115 How about a nice cup of mareuvian tea? 424 00:30:25,324 --> 00:30:28,076 No, nothing. Thank you. 425 00:30:31,538 --> 00:30:34,082 You'll be leaving soon. 426 00:30:54,770 --> 00:30:57,731 What do you see when you look out there? 427 00:31:00,192 --> 00:31:02,736 The lorenze cluster, 428 00:31:02,944 --> 00:31:04,571 and there's arneb, 429 00:31:04,780 --> 00:31:06,448 and there's epsilon indi. 430 00:31:06,656 --> 00:31:08,367 That's not what I mean. 431 00:31:08,575 --> 00:31:12,788 I mean, when you look out there, don't you see your future? 432 00:31:14,247 --> 00:31:17,292 - It'll still be there. - Ah. 433 00:31:20,003 --> 00:31:23,382 What about a cup of nectar direct from prometheus? 434 00:31:23,590 --> 00:31:25,634 No, nothing. 435 00:31:26,134 --> 00:31:28,637 That's the third time you've asked me. 436 00:31:28,845 --> 00:31:31,306 It's what I'm expected to do. 437 00:31:31,848 --> 00:31:34,226 Don't you always do what's expected? 438 00:31:34,434 --> 00:31:35,811 I try. 439 00:31:36,937 --> 00:31:39,773 Even if it's not what you really want? 440 00:31:40,774 --> 00:31:42,609 Sometimes. 441 00:31:43,610 --> 00:31:47,948 Sometimes it's more important to consider others before yourself. 442 00:31:49,699 --> 00:31:51,118 But sometimes the game is to know 443 00:31:51,326 --> 00:31:54,413 when to consider yourself before others. 444 00:31:54,621 --> 00:31:57,416 Give yourself permission to be selfish. 445 00:32:15,684 --> 00:32:16,685 [Alarm blaring] 446 00:32:16,852 --> 00:32:18,228 Hester: Something's wrong. 447 00:32:19,312 --> 00:32:21,356 - What is it? - Growth. 448 00:32:21,773 --> 00:32:25,152 - Where? - L-73. 449 00:32:26,361 --> 00:32:28,155 Bridge, this is cargo deck 5. 450 00:32:28,363 --> 00:32:29,448 Yes, la forge. 451 00:32:29,656 --> 00:32:31,856 La forge [over intercom]: Captain, we have a malfunction 452 00:32:31,992 --> 00:32:33,493 in the containment area. 453 00:32:34,453 --> 00:32:37,581 - How serious? - Very. 454 00:32:40,792 --> 00:32:42,502 Picard: Captain's log, supplemental. 455 00:32:42,711 --> 00:32:44,337 For reasons as yet unknown, 456 00:32:44,546 --> 00:32:49,092 one of the deadly specimens of plasma plague has begun to grow. 457 00:32:49,551 --> 00:32:50,969 Report, Mr. La forge. 458 00:32:51,386 --> 00:32:52,746 Captain, we've checked everything. 459 00:32:52,929 --> 00:32:54,723 There's no reason for this to be happening. 460 00:32:54,931 --> 00:32:57,309 I can't even isolate the cause of the problem. 461 00:32:57,517 --> 00:33:00,353 Riker: Come on, data. We'd better get down there. 462 00:33:01,313 --> 00:33:03,315 - Dr. Pulaski. - Pulaski [over intercom]: Yes? 463 00:33:03,523 --> 00:33:05,984 They're having a little difficulty on cargo deck 5. 464 00:33:06,193 --> 00:33:07,402 Your presence is requested. 465 00:33:07,611 --> 00:33:08,945 Pulaski: I'm on my way. 466 00:33:15,785 --> 00:33:18,163 Wesley: You never talk about yourself. 467 00:33:19,164 --> 00:33:22,667 Sure I do. All the time. 468 00:33:22,876 --> 00:33:25,504 - Wesley: People say you're very old. - Oh? 469 00:33:25,670 --> 00:33:27,230 Wesley: And that you knew captain picard 470 00:33:27,380 --> 00:33:29,216 when he was on the stargazer. 471 00:33:30,008 --> 00:33:33,470 No, I never knew the captain till I came on board. 472 00:33:33,887 --> 00:33:35,889 Well, everyone's very curious about you. 473 00:33:36,848 --> 00:33:38,266 Yes, I'll bet they are. 474 00:33:39,476 --> 00:33:41,937 Yeah, they wanna know where you're from. 475 00:33:43,563 --> 00:33:45,148 And where do they say? 476 00:33:45,857 --> 00:33:48,610 Well, they say that you're from nova kron, and that... 477 00:33:48,818 --> 00:33:51,655 Picard [over intercom]: Mr. Crusher, report to the bridge. 478 00:33:51,905 --> 00:33:53,490 Aye, sir. Gotta go. 479 00:34:04,376 --> 00:34:07,045 For a dish of dovlarian souffle? 480 00:34:07,462 --> 00:34:10,090 No, not for the souffle. 481 00:34:11,174 --> 00:34:13,843 I meant for the rest. 482 00:34:15,387 --> 00:34:17,222 That's why I'm here. 483 00:34:27,232 --> 00:34:29,442 Riker: Why this module and not the others? 484 00:34:29,651 --> 00:34:34,990 Computer, run diagnostic on module I-73. 485 00:34:35,198 --> 00:34:37,576 Computer: All circuits functional. 486 00:34:38,034 --> 00:34:39,786 La forge: The environment's as programmed. 487 00:34:40,161 --> 00:34:42,205 Temperature 97 degrees Kelvin. 488 00:34:42,414 --> 00:34:45,250 Radiation flux zero. Stasis field nominal. 489 00:34:45,458 --> 00:34:48,295 Everything exactly the way it should be, right down the line. 490 00:34:48,920 --> 00:34:51,214 Perhaps it is a sensor malfunction. 491 00:34:51,423 --> 00:34:53,091 Computer, inquiry. 492 00:34:53,300 --> 00:34:57,637 Is growth actually occurring in module I-73? 493 00:34:58,054 --> 00:34:59,556 Computer: Confirmed. 494 00:34:59,764 --> 00:35:02,267 Doctor, one of the specimens is growing. 495 00:35:02,475 --> 00:35:04,811 - Destroy it now. - I can't. 496 00:35:05,145 --> 00:35:07,647 Data, prepare to jettison the module. 497 00:35:07,856 --> 00:35:09,107 We can't do that either. 498 00:35:09,316 --> 00:35:10,734 It will go into a spore and remain 499 00:35:10,942 --> 00:35:13,612 until it comes into contact with a planet or another ship. 500 00:35:13,820 --> 00:35:15,614 And the results would be disastrous. 501 00:35:15,822 --> 00:35:18,867 Commander, your attitude tells me that no matter how bad I think it is, 502 00:35:19,075 --> 00:35:20,285 it's actually worse? 503 00:35:20,493 --> 00:35:22,787 - This is not gonna hold it. - Go on. 504 00:35:22,996 --> 00:35:25,165 Hester: The rate of growth is increasing so rapidly, 505 00:35:25,373 --> 00:35:27,500 within 30 minutes, it's gonna push out of its module. 506 00:35:27,709 --> 00:35:30,045 Within two hours, it'll break out of the containment area. 507 00:35:30,253 --> 00:35:31,963 No, no, it can't break through this. 508 00:35:32,172 --> 00:35:33,798 Yes, it will. 509 00:35:35,967 --> 00:35:39,721 Captain, we may not be able to get control of this situation. 510 00:35:39,929 --> 00:35:42,891 I recommend we arrange transfer of all nonessential personnel 511 00:35:43,099 --> 00:35:44,142 to the saucer section. 512 00:35:44,351 --> 00:35:45,871 [Over intercom] If we lose containment, 513 00:35:46,019 --> 00:35:47,896 we should be prepared to separate. 514 00:35:48,104 --> 00:35:49,147 Make it so. 515 00:35:49,481 --> 00:35:52,317 Why this one specimen and none of the others? 516 00:35:52,525 --> 00:35:54,819 Something is stimulating it. 517 00:35:55,028 --> 00:35:56,321 Do you have the etiology? 518 00:35:56,529 --> 00:35:58,615 - Do you know how it was developed? - Yes. 519 00:35:58,823 --> 00:36:00,533 It's right over here. 520 00:36:05,455 --> 00:36:08,416 It's a mutated strain developed by Dr. Susan nuress 521 00:36:08,625 --> 00:36:12,420 during an outbreak of plasma plague 70 years ago in the oby system. 522 00:36:12,629 --> 00:36:14,964 It was number nine in a series of 58 tests. 523 00:36:15,173 --> 00:36:20,387 This particular one bombarded by low levels of eichner radiation. 524 00:36:23,723 --> 00:36:26,935 Could exposure to eichner radiation stimulate growth? 525 00:36:27,143 --> 00:36:29,938 It could, but I... 526 00:36:31,147 --> 00:36:33,024 I've got some. 527 00:36:33,566 --> 00:36:35,443 Why didn't you detect this before? 528 00:36:35,777 --> 00:36:37,612 I don't know. It wasn't here before. 529 00:36:37,821 --> 00:36:38,947 Well, it is now. 530 00:36:39,155 --> 00:36:41,032 What emits that type of radiation? 531 00:36:41,241 --> 00:36:42,659 A subspace phase inverter. 532 00:36:42,867 --> 00:36:43,993 We don't have one. 533 00:36:44,202 --> 00:36:47,414 - Certain cyanoacrylates. - Also not on this ship. What else? 534 00:36:47,622 --> 00:36:49,582 Because it's here, and we'd better find it. 535 00:37:04,973 --> 00:37:07,851 I can feel that some of the people are very worried. 536 00:37:08,059 --> 00:37:12,105 Yes. I feel it too, but don't you worry. 537 00:37:12,313 --> 00:37:14,023 It's me, mommy. 538 00:37:14,232 --> 00:37:16,151 I'm the reason. 539 00:37:16,985 --> 00:37:18,111 What? 540 00:37:19,070 --> 00:37:20,822 It's me. 541 00:37:21,781 --> 00:37:23,700 - You? - Yes 542 00:37:23,908 --> 00:37:27,746 I have to leave you now, or it'll be very bad for everyone. 543 00:37:28,288 --> 00:37:30,039 What are you saying? 544 00:37:31,332 --> 00:37:33,835 I have to leave now. 545 00:37:35,044 --> 00:37:36,880 Leave? 546 00:37:38,131 --> 00:37:40,341 You're going to die. 547 00:37:40,675 --> 00:37:42,343 No, you can't! 548 00:37:42,552 --> 00:37:44,220 Sickbay, this is counselor troi. 549 00:37:44,429 --> 00:37:46,514 I need the doctor in my quarters now! 550 00:37:46,723 --> 00:37:49,976 Ian! Ian, no! Ian! 551 00:37:52,479 --> 00:37:53,480 [Tro| sobs] 552 00:37:53,646 --> 00:37:55,774 Troi: It's Ian. Hurry! 553 00:37:58,735 --> 00:38:00,487 Pulaski: What happened? 554 00:38:00,695 --> 00:38:03,114 - Did he eat anything? Did he fall? - No. 555 00:38:03,323 --> 00:38:04,365 [Device whirs] 556 00:38:04,532 --> 00:38:07,243 Commander, the child is the source of the unusual radiation. 557 00:38:07,452 --> 00:38:09,913 Ian said he's the reason the ship is in danger. 558 00:38:10,121 --> 00:38:11,998 That analysis is correct. 559 00:38:12,499 --> 00:38:15,084 I'm losing iifesigns. 560 00:38:15,460 --> 00:38:18,254 You must save him. 561 00:38:39,859 --> 00:38:41,611 I'm sorry. 562 00:38:41,820 --> 00:38:43,279 [Tro| sobs] 563 00:39:52,724 --> 00:39:54,392 La forge [over intercom]: Commander riker, 564 00:39:54,559 --> 00:39:57,186 the containment field has stabilized. 565 00:39:57,395 --> 00:39:58,730 Thank you, lieutenant. 566 00:40:01,232 --> 00:40:03,568 Then Ian was right. 567 00:40:03,818 --> 00:40:05,486 He was the cause. 568 00:40:05,945 --> 00:40:07,572 Apparently so. 569 00:40:15,788 --> 00:40:20,043 He is a life-force entity. 570 00:40:21,085 --> 00:40:25,131 When we passed each other in space, he was curious about us. 571 00:40:25,340 --> 00:40:29,427 So he decided the best way to learn was to go through the process. 572 00:40:30,011 --> 00:40:35,391 To be born, to live as one of us, and in that way to understand us. 573 00:40:36,643 --> 00:40:39,228 He never meant any harm. 574 00:40:39,437 --> 00:40:42,607 There was a moment when you smiled. 575 00:40:46,778 --> 00:40:49,072 He said, "thank you." 576 00:40:50,782 --> 00:40:54,661 I told him we will miss him. 577 00:41:21,020 --> 00:41:22,814 Standard station orbit, Mr. Crusher. 578 00:41:23,022 --> 00:41:24,273 Aye, sir, standard orbit. 579 00:41:24,482 --> 00:41:26,042 Transporter room 3, this is the captain. 580 00:41:26,234 --> 00:41:27,276 We have arrived. 581 00:41:27,610 --> 00:41:30,863 [Over intercom] Let's make this transfer with all deliberate speed. 582 00:41:31,072 --> 00:41:32,657 Aye, sir. 583 00:41:33,282 --> 00:41:36,452 I'll be glad to be relieved of this cargo. 584 00:41:37,078 --> 00:41:39,372 You have the bridge, number one. 585 00:41:40,248 --> 00:41:41,833 Wesley: Captain? 586 00:41:42,917 --> 00:41:44,585 Could I see you when you have a moment? 587 00:41:44,794 --> 00:41:46,546 In my ready room when your duties permit. 588 00:41:46,754 --> 00:41:48,089 Thank you, sir. 589 00:41:48,548 --> 00:41:51,009 How long is it gonna take to develop a vaccine? 590 00:41:51,217 --> 00:41:53,594 We may never develop one. 591 00:41:53,803 --> 00:41:55,722 Then all of this might have been in vain? 592 00:41:55,930 --> 00:41:56,973 No, let's hope not. 593 00:41:57,181 --> 00:41:59,726 Data [over intercom]: Stand by to energize. 594 00:42:00,101 --> 00:42:01,811 Good luck. 595 00:42:06,983 --> 00:42:11,279 Data, you can lock onto the first group and begin transporting on my Mark. 596 00:42:12,071 --> 00:42:13,072 [Door beeps] 597 00:42:13,239 --> 00:42:14,574 Come. 598 00:42:16,743 --> 00:42:20,204 Captain picard, I've thought about this a lot. 599 00:42:20,413 --> 00:42:23,082 I want to remain on the enterprise. 600 00:42:28,421 --> 00:42:30,021 Have you discussed this with your mother? 601 00:42:30,590 --> 00:42:31,841 No, sir. 602 00:42:32,050 --> 00:42:34,302 Before I do that, I'd like your permission to stay. 603 00:42:35,636 --> 00:42:39,265 Wesley, it's a little more complicated than that. 604 00:42:39,474 --> 00:42:43,853 Captain, this is where I want to be. 605 00:42:44,353 --> 00:42:46,814 This is where I feel I belong. 606 00:42:47,023 --> 00:42:49,150 Riker [over intercom]: Captain. Transfer complete. 607 00:42:49,358 --> 00:42:50,610 We are ready to leave orbit. 608 00:42:50,818 --> 00:42:52,070 Make it so, number one. 609 00:42:52,278 --> 00:42:54,238 Return to your position. 610 00:43:11,255 --> 00:43:12,840 Riker: All systems secure. 611 00:43:13,049 --> 00:43:14,842 Picard: Take us out of orbit, Mr. Crusher. 612 00:43:15,051 --> 00:43:16,886 Lay in a course for the morgana quadrant. 613 00:43:17,095 --> 00:43:18,429 Wesley: Yes, sir. 614 00:43:18,638 --> 00:43:21,849 Ensign crusher has requested to remain on the enterprise. 615 00:43:22,058 --> 00:43:23,976 I'm not surprised. How did you respond? 616 00:43:24,185 --> 00:43:25,353 I haven't as yet, number one. 617 00:43:25,561 --> 00:43:27,814 I didn't think that it was my responsibility alone. 618 00:43:28,022 --> 00:43:30,608 His remaining will create difficulties for all of us. 619 00:43:30,817 --> 00:43:33,694 Yes, indeed. With his mother gone, who will see to his studies? 620 00:43:33,903 --> 00:43:35,696 Exactly. 621 00:43:35,905 --> 00:43:39,033 Of course, that duty will fall to commander data. 622 00:43:39,242 --> 00:43:40,952 And who will tuck him in at night? 623 00:43:41,160 --> 00:43:42,870 Come on, commander. 624 00:43:43,913 --> 00:43:46,249 I will accept that responsibility. 625 00:43:46,457 --> 00:43:49,252 Well, we know he'll get his sleep. 626 00:43:49,460 --> 00:43:51,587 Picard: Well, then that takes care of the practical, 627 00:43:51,796 --> 00:43:55,216 but there's more to growing up than that. 628 00:43:56,092 --> 00:43:57,385 Now, it's my belief, number one, 629 00:43:57,593 --> 00:43:59,470 that you're best qualified to supervise that. 630 00:43:59,679 --> 00:44:01,556 You willing to serve? 631 00:44:02,056 --> 00:44:04,100 Difficult decision. 632 00:44:07,145 --> 00:44:08,563 Yes, I can do that. 633 00:44:09,105 --> 00:44:11,025 Picard: Mr. Crusher, communicate with your mother 634 00:44:11,232 --> 00:44:13,872 at starfleet medical headquarters. Give her my regards and tell her 635 00:44:14,068 --> 00:44:16,279 you have my permission to remain on the enterprise. 636 00:44:16,487 --> 00:44:19,699 But I will abide by her wishes. 637 00:44:19,907 --> 00:44:23,244 Yes, sir. Thank you, sir. I know she'll agree. 638 00:44:23,452 --> 00:44:25,788 Now, if you have course and speed laid in... 639 00:44:25,997 --> 00:44:27,498 Yes, sir, they are. 640 00:44:27,707 --> 00:44:31,210 Then, Mr. Crusher, engage.