1 00:00:03,794 --> 00:00:06,712 Captain's log, star date 43872.2. 2 00:00:06,465 --> 00:00:09,880 In order to neutralize a contamination of the water supply 3 00:00:10,010 --> 00:00:12,880 at the Federation colony on Beta Agni II, 4 00:00:13,054 --> 00:00:15,972 we are procuring 108 kilos of hytritium 5 00:00:16,099 --> 00:00:18,970 from the Zibalian trader, Kivas Fajo. 6 00:00:19,102 --> 00:00:22,518 Because pure hytritium is too unstable for our transporters, 7 00:00:22,647 --> 00:00:26,859 Lt-Cmdr Data has been shuttling the material to the Enterprise. 8 00:00:29,196 --> 00:00:31,865 - Data to Enterprise. - Go ahead, Mr. Data. 9 00:00:31,990 --> 00:00:33,615 This will be the last trip. 10 00:00:33,742 --> 00:00:36,280 The remaining cases are now being loaded. 11 00:00:36,411 --> 00:00:37,574 Acknowledged. 12 00:00:37,704 --> 00:00:41,322 Mr. Worf, advise Beta Agni II our departure is imminent. 13 00:00:41,458 --> 00:00:42,738 Aye, Captain. 14 00:00:42,876 --> 00:00:45,996 At warp six, we should be there in 1 6 hours. 15 00:00:51,218 --> 00:00:54,421 Loading is complete. I am now proceeding with departure. 16 00:00:55,096 --> 00:00:58,300 Enterprise shuttle bay two, prepare for docking. 17 00:00:59,559 --> 00:01:03,059 Level-one precautions for incoming material remain in effect. 18 00:01:03,188 --> 00:01:06,473 If you'll just acknowledge this last load, Commander. 19 00:01:19,120 --> 00:01:21,279 26.8 kilos tripolymer composites. 20 00:01:22,415 --> 00:01:28,335 11.8 kilos molybdenum-cobalt alloy. 1 .3 kilos bioplast sheeting. 21 00:01:32,175 --> 00:01:34,962 Shuttle twelve containment field reads nominal. 22 00:01:35,929 --> 00:01:37,637 Now leaving the Jovis. 23 00:01:38,181 --> 00:01:39,675 On viewer. 24 00:01:43,353 --> 00:01:45,013 Containment field stable. 25 00:01:45,146 --> 00:01:48,598 Gravitational fluctuations within acceptable parameters. 26 00:01:49,651 --> 00:01:51,110 Flight pattern. 27 00:02:03,999 --> 00:02:05,409 Data. 28 00:03:57,320 --> 00:03:59,811 Captain's log, supplemental. 29 00:03:59,948 --> 00:04:03,317 As the result of an unexplained shuttle explosion, 30 00:04:03,452 --> 00:04:05,740 Lt-Cmdr Data has been lost. 31 00:04:05,871 --> 00:04:08,362 - Why didn't the field hold? - Unknown. 32 00:04:08,498 --> 00:04:10,574 Hail the Jovis. I want Kivas Fajo. 33 00:04:10,709 --> 00:04:13,875 - Sir, Mr. Fajo is hailing us. - On viewer. 34 00:04:14,671 --> 00:04:17,340 Capt Picard, what happened? 35 00:04:18,258 --> 00:04:20,381 Unclear. We're running an analysis. 36 00:04:20,510 --> 00:04:22,882 We detected no malfunctions. 37 00:04:23,263 --> 00:04:26,430 Everything was running as smoothly as the other flights. 38 00:04:26,558 --> 00:04:28,551 Were you able to save the pilot? 39 00:04:29,478 --> 00:04:32,313 - No. - I'm sorry. 40 00:04:34,024 --> 00:04:39,694 I would like to analyze your sensor readings of the explosion. 41 00:04:39,821 --> 00:04:43,736 Compared to the Enterprise, our sensors are rather primitive. 42 00:04:43,867 --> 00:04:47,450 I doubt they contain any information your sensors overlooked. 43 00:04:47,579 --> 00:04:50,450 Perhaps, but I won't leave any avenue unexplored. 44 00:04:51,791 --> 00:04:54,662 I understand. We'll transmit the information. 45 00:04:57,088 --> 00:04:59,924 Link established. Receiving. 46 00:05:00,634 --> 00:05:02,425 Can we be of further assistance? 47 00:05:03,011 --> 00:05:06,012 - How much hytritium did we get? - 81 kilos. 48 00:05:06,139 --> 00:05:09,888 That will complete our mission but with no margin for error. 49 00:05:10,936 --> 00:05:14,885 Mr. Fajo, we have acquired your entire supply of hytritium. 50 00:05:15,023 --> 00:05:16,683 Where could we obtain more? 51 00:05:16,816 --> 00:05:20,232 The only source is in the Sigma Erandi System, 52 00:05:20,362 --> 00:05:24,229 - Three weeks away. - but who knows if they have any. 53 00:05:24,366 --> 00:05:27,699 For obvious reasons, no one wants to keep it around. 54 00:05:27,827 --> 00:05:31,243 Even I may stop selling it. It's just too dangerous. 55 00:05:31,665 --> 00:05:36,540 - Then we're fortunate you had any. - Transfer of information complete. 56 00:05:36,670 --> 00:05:40,288 Mr. Fajo... Thank you for your help. 57 00:05:44,594 --> 00:05:48,295 Mr. Crusher, set a course for the Beta Agni Il System. 58 00:05:48,431 --> 00:05:52,892 The Grissom is near Sigma Erandi, in case we need more hytritium. 59 00:05:53,019 --> 00:05:55,771 - Thank you, Number One. - Course laid in, sir. 60 00:06:00,986 --> 00:06:02,610 Engage. 61 00:06:36,855 --> 00:06:38,563 What am I doing here? 62 00:06:47,198 --> 00:06:48,527 Wondrous! 63 00:06:48,992 --> 00:06:52,277 The detail. The balance. 64 00:06:54,748 --> 00:06:56,989 Was I not right, Varria? 65 00:06:59,919 --> 00:07:02,541 What a remarkable piece of work. 66 00:07:03,006 --> 00:07:04,833 Why have I been brought here? 67 00:07:06,635 --> 00:07:10,300 The voice simulation, it's perfection. 68 00:07:10,930 --> 00:07:12,638 The inflections, the timing. 69 00:07:18,772 --> 00:07:20,017 It took... 70 00:07:20,565 --> 00:07:22,024 ..great effort... 71 00:07:22,150 --> 00:07:24,024 ..to bring you here. 72 00:07:24,653 --> 00:07:26,894 I was sure he'd be worth it. 73 00:07:27,030 --> 00:07:30,315 I am here against my wishes. I would like to know why. 74 00:07:30,450 --> 00:07:31,909 Certainly. 75 00:07:32,035 --> 00:07:38,619 You have been brought here for my enjoyment and my appreciation. 76 00:07:39,751 --> 00:07:42,159 Am I to infer I am your captive? 77 00:07:42,295 --> 00:07:46,044 Captive? That's such an... inappropriate description. 78 00:07:46,174 --> 00:07:47,585 My dear android... 79 00:07:49,636 --> 00:07:52,553 - May I call you Data? - It is my name. 80 00:07:53,640 --> 00:07:55,099 Data. 81 00:07:55,225 --> 00:07:57,264 You will be catered to,... 82 00:07:58,436 --> 00:08:01,307 ..fawned over, cared for as never before. 83 00:08:01,439 --> 00:08:04,109 Your every wish will be fulfilled. 84 00:08:06,444 --> 00:08:09,315 - I wish to leave. - Almost every wish. 85 00:08:10,073 --> 00:08:11,532 This is unacceptable. 86 00:08:11,658 --> 00:08:13,864 I have no desire to remain here. 87 00:08:13,993 --> 00:08:16,947 Even if I did, my Starfleet duties would not allow it. 88 00:08:18,248 --> 00:08:20,703 It's so... single-minded, isn't it? 89 00:08:20,834 --> 00:08:21,948 Very persistent. 90 00:08:22,085 --> 00:08:24,837 But it's very polite, a very nice touch. 91 00:08:25,755 --> 00:08:27,748 I decline to allow you to go. 92 00:08:29,384 --> 00:08:32,005 Then I am forced to attempt escape. 93 00:08:37,726 --> 00:08:42,471 Ten androids just like you might be able to force that open. 94 00:08:43,022 --> 00:08:45,644 But then again, there aren't any more like you. 95 00:08:46,443 --> 00:08:51,105 It's keyed to galvanic skin responses and DNA patterns. 96 00:08:52,031 --> 00:08:54,404 - Sorry. - Open it for me. 97 00:09:11,634 --> 00:09:15,169 Really, I wouldn't do that again if I were you. 98 00:09:15,305 --> 00:09:17,677 This is a proximity-actuated field. 99 00:09:17,807 --> 00:09:22,765 It impedes positron flow. It's bad for the brain paths in the long term. 100 00:09:23,772 --> 00:09:27,022 I fail to understand the value of my presence. 101 00:09:27,901 --> 00:09:31,815 Look around. There are items here gathered from half the galaxy. 102 00:09:31,946 --> 00:09:38,660 Right here. This is the very first Basotile ever created. 103 00:09:43,792 --> 00:09:44,787 Sorry. 104 00:09:46,961 --> 00:09:49,713 It's very, very ancient. Hundreds of years old. 105 00:09:50,632 --> 00:09:52,042 It's priceless. 106 00:09:52,175 --> 00:09:58,047 Come. This vase... This vase is made by Mark... 107 00:09:58,181 --> 00:10:00,850 ..the late Mark Off-Zel from Sirrie IV. 108 00:10:01,893 --> 00:10:03,221 Dali... 109 00:10:04,312 --> 00:10:08,855 This is the only known Roger Maris trading card from Earth. 110 00:10:08,983 --> 00:10:10,643 Circa 1 962. 111 00:10:16,783 --> 00:10:18,277 The smell? 112 00:10:18,743 --> 00:10:21,661 Bubblegum. I've preserved the scent! 113 00:10:24,749 --> 00:10:26,576 What? 114 00:10:26,960 --> 00:10:28,288 A lapling. 115 00:10:33,591 --> 00:10:37,256 - I thought they were extinct. - Extinct? Good. 116 00:10:37,387 --> 00:10:40,056 That is what is generally believed. 117 00:10:40,181 --> 00:10:44,049 She is the last surviving member of her species. 118 00:10:52,819 --> 00:10:55,226 They're defenceless creatures, really. 119 00:10:56,489 --> 00:10:59,573 Everything that you see in the room here, everything. 120 00:10:59,701 --> 00:11:03,650 One of a kind. Unique. All original. 121 00:11:05,081 --> 00:11:06,789 Just as you are. 122 00:11:06,916 --> 00:11:09,834 There. That is your place of honour. 123 00:11:12,046 --> 00:11:13,422 Sit, sit. 124 00:11:14,549 --> 00:11:15,545 Sit! 125 00:11:18,177 --> 00:11:22,674 You think it might be uncomfortable? You don't give that a thought. 126 00:11:22,807 --> 00:11:28,181 When Palor Toff learns of that, he'll swallow his tongue with envy! 127 00:11:28,313 --> 00:11:30,305 I can't wait to see his face! 128 00:11:31,900 --> 00:11:36,976 You are... the crown jewel of my collection. 129 00:11:37,488 --> 00:11:40,158 You are a treasure beyond comparison. 130 00:11:43,328 --> 00:11:44,241 Yes, go ahead. 131 00:11:48,333 --> 00:11:51,784 - I think you should be flattered. - I am not, sir. 132 00:11:52,295 --> 00:11:53,837 Most intelligent life forms 133 00:11:53,963 --> 00:11:57,831 find involuntary confinement offensive and inequitable. 134 00:11:57,967 --> 00:11:59,924 You have violated Federation law. 135 00:12:00,053 --> 00:12:04,050 I know what I've done is evil, selfish, immoral, 136 00:12:04,182 --> 00:12:07,183 unprincipled, illegal. I've learned to live with it. 137 00:12:08,227 --> 00:12:11,846 The Andorians wish to make a bid on the Tellurian spices. 138 00:12:11,981 --> 00:12:16,193 They've had four days to decide. Why do they have to decide...? 139 00:12:20,073 --> 00:12:22,149 I must emphasise, Mr. Fajo, 140 00:12:22,283 --> 00:12:26,233 that I consider this captivity a hostile act on your part. 141 00:12:27,538 --> 00:12:29,496 You'll get used to it. 142 00:12:51,813 --> 00:12:53,722 I can't believe he's gone. 143 00:12:53,856 --> 00:12:56,810 I always thought he'd outlive us. By centuries. 144 00:12:58,152 --> 00:13:00,524 He'd been working on this for months. 145 00:13:02,532 --> 00:13:04,904 He never felt it was quite finished. 146 00:13:05,868 --> 00:13:09,451 You know what a critic Data was about his own work. 147 00:13:30,643 --> 00:13:33,430 That was a gift from the Captain. 148 00:13:34,355 --> 00:13:36,063 And he should have it back. 149 00:13:44,615 --> 00:13:46,407 Those should go to Cmdr Riker. 150 00:13:46,534 --> 00:13:48,906 Data always fell for Riker's bluffs. 151 00:14:01,466 --> 00:14:04,420 These are some of Starfleet's highest honours. 152 00:14:04,552 --> 00:14:07,755 Not bad for a pile of circuitry and memory cells. 153 00:14:26,616 --> 00:14:28,407 You know... 154 00:14:29,076 --> 00:14:32,243 I keep going over the accident in my mind, 155 00:14:32,371 --> 00:14:36,832 trying to figure out what went wrong. I can see Data in the shuttle,... 156 00:14:37,502 --> 00:14:41,630 ..almost like I'm next to him, going through the departure sequence. 157 00:14:44,217 --> 00:14:45,925 What the hell happened? 158 00:14:47,428 --> 00:14:49,385 Why didn't I see it coming? 159 00:14:51,766 --> 00:14:53,390 What am I missing? 160 00:15:06,364 --> 00:15:10,693 Kivas wishes you to wear these clothes and to sit in your chair. 161 00:15:11,285 --> 00:15:14,571 I have no reason to accede to Mr. Fajo's wishes. 162 00:15:14,705 --> 00:15:18,157 He will give you reasons if you force him to. 163 00:15:19,168 --> 00:15:23,213 Mr. Fajo is deluding himself if he believes he can keep me. 164 00:15:23,339 --> 00:15:25,462 The Enterprise is certain to find me. 165 00:15:25,591 --> 00:15:28,758 They are not looking for you. They think you're destroyed. 166 00:15:29,262 --> 00:15:31,219 Your shuttle blew up. 167 00:15:31,347 --> 00:15:33,174 A hytritium explosion. 168 00:15:33,307 --> 00:15:36,225 They will scan the debris. 169 00:15:36,352 --> 00:15:39,187 They'll find what they thought they'd find. 170 00:15:39,313 --> 00:15:41,306 Traces of your component elements. 171 00:15:42,191 --> 00:15:45,560 We put them aboard the shuttle in just the right proportions. 172 00:15:48,322 --> 00:15:52,569 Clearly, Mr. Fajo has no moral difficulty with my imprisonment. 173 00:15:52,702 --> 00:15:56,486 Mr. Fajo has no moral difficulties at all. 174 00:15:56,622 --> 00:15:58,033 Do you? 175 00:15:59,584 --> 00:16:01,208 Clever, Android. 176 00:16:01,961 --> 00:16:06,290 Is it part of your program to seek out vulnerabilities in your enemies? 177 00:16:06,757 --> 00:16:07,753 Yes. 178 00:16:07,884 --> 00:16:09,508 Are you my enemy? 179 00:16:09,635 --> 00:16:13,051 I obey Fajo and so does everyone on this ship. 180 00:16:13,472 --> 00:16:14,504 Why? 181 00:16:14,640 --> 00:16:17,475 You are a curious thing, aren't you? 182 00:16:18,436 --> 00:16:20,013 You object to the question? 183 00:16:20,313 --> 00:16:24,180 Kivas finds ways to get what he wants from his people. 184 00:16:24,317 --> 00:16:26,890 His rewards for loyalty are lavish. 185 00:16:27,528 --> 00:16:30,814 His punishments for disloyalty are equally... 186 00:16:34,785 --> 00:16:36,030 ..lavish. 187 00:16:37,455 --> 00:16:40,575 You won't find anyone here to help you escape. 188 00:16:41,208 --> 00:16:44,328 Face it, Android. He has you. 189 00:16:46,839 --> 00:16:48,464 It appears... 190 00:16:49,133 --> 00:16:51,339 ..he has us both. 191 00:17:00,186 --> 00:17:03,769 The reason I can't find anything is there's nothing to find! 192 00:17:03,898 --> 00:17:08,560 I ran this analysis dozens of times. No indication of malfunction. 193 00:17:08,694 --> 00:17:10,770 - No explanation at all? - There's one. 194 00:17:11,364 --> 00:17:14,733 But I don't believe it. Pilot error. 195 00:17:15,743 --> 00:17:18,151 I know it's hard to accept but... 196 00:17:18,287 --> 00:17:21,787 Captain, it's not only hard. With Data, it's impossible. 197 00:17:22,792 --> 00:17:25,413 I can't even begin to calculate the odds. 198 00:17:27,088 --> 00:17:28,712 Well... 199 00:17:28,839 --> 00:17:31,675 If Data were here, we could ask him. 200 00:17:34,345 --> 00:17:37,299 - What are you suggesting? - I don't know, sir. 201 00:17:38,516 --> 00:17:42,928 It just doesn't make sense and I like things to make sense. 202 00:17:44,605 --> 00:17:48,057 Geordi, get a little rest and come at this thing fresh. 203 00:17:48,192 --> 00:17:50,813 Rest won't change the computer analysis. 204 00:17:50,945 --> 00:17:54,112 I'm sure you've done a complete investigation. 205 00:17:54,240 --> 00:17:57,406 If you wish to continue it, you have my support. 206 00:17:57,535 --> 00:18:01,864 But we will be reaching the Beta Agni System shortly 207 00:18:01,998 --> 00:18:04,370 and I expect you to be rested. 208 00:18:07,420 --> 00:18:09,329 I understand, sir. 209 00:18:10,506 --> 00:18:11,502 Dismissed. 210 00:18:14,135 --> 00:18:15,333 Geordi. 211 00:18:18,139 --> 00:18:21,342 I understand how much we want,... 212 00:18:23,686 --> 00:18:27,434 ..even need to explain an accident like this. 213 00:18:27,898 --> 00:18:30,354 Sometimes, there aren't any explanations. 214 00:18:44,582 --> 00:18:46,788 For an android with no feelings,... 215 00:18:47,877 --> 00:18:49,834 ..he sure managed to evoke them. 216 00:18:50,629 --> 00:18:54,212 We must select an officer to replace Data. Recommendations? 217 00:18:55,217 --> 00:18:57,091 Worf would be my first choice, sir. 218 00:18:58,220 --> 00:19:00,842 Mine as well. Make it so. 219 00:19:13,110 --> 00:19:16,978 "He was a man, taken for all in all." 220 00:19:18,115 --> 00:19:21,318 "I shall not look upon his like again." 221 00:19:38,552 --> 00:19:41,174 You are still wearing that uniform. Why? 222 00:19:41,305 --> 00:19:42,847 I am a Starfleet officer. 223 00:19:43,557 --> 00:19:46,392 You are not in Starfleet any longer. 224 00:19:46,519 --> 00:19:49,270 Adjust your program to accept reality. 225 00:19:49,396 --> 00:19:51,188 Even if I chose to, 226 00:19:51,315 --> 00:19:55,360 it is doubtful that my program could accede to your wishes. 227 00:19:58,739 --> 00:20:02,440 I have a fundamental respect for life in all its forms 228 00:20:02,576 --> 00:20:05,780 and a strong inhibition against harming living beings. 229 00:20:05,913 --> 00:20:10,326 What a marvellous contradiction! A military pacifist. 230 00:20:10,459 --> 00:20:15,086 Whose dreadful idea was it to enlist you in Starfleet? 231 00:20:15,673 --> 00:20:18,793 - My skills seemed appropriate. - Data, big mistake. 232 00:20:18,926 --> 00:20:20,468 A grievous error. 233 00:20:20,594 --> 00:20:24,924 You belong in Starfleet as much as I belong in a verbal contract! 234 00:20:27,309 --> 00:20:30,227 - Tell me, have you killed yet? - No. 235 00:20:30,354 --> 00:20:34,601 But I am programmed to use deadly force for defence. 236 00:20:36,277 --> 00:20:39,313 Shame on you! Shame on you! 237 00:20:39,446 --> 00:20:42,364 How neatly you rationalize your capabilities. 238 00:20:42,491 --> 00:20:45,492 How can you casually accept your role in murder? 239 00:20:45,619 --> 00:20:49,071 I would not participate in murder. Perhaps you misunderstand. 240 00:20:50,207 --> 00:20:53,125 Can't you see how much better it is here? 241 00:20:53,252 --> 00:20:57,119 The intellectual rewards alone. Our exploration of the galaxy. 242 00:20:58,174 --> 00:21:03,963 I am at war with no one. I am your liberator. 243 00:21:04,388 --> 00:21:06,511 You are a fine debater, sir. 244 00:21:06,640 --> 00:21:11,801 It is a pity you use your skills for hucksterism and your own greed. 245 00:21:15,232 --> 00:21:18,981 Perhaps you would not judge me so harshly if you knew of my youth... 246 00:21:20,070 --> 00:21:23,570 ..wasted, wasted on the streets of Zimbalia. 247 00:21:24,158 --> 00:21:27,574 Your past does not excuse unethical or immoral behaviour. 248 00:21:28,412 --> 00:21:32,161 No, it isn't true, anyway. My father was a wealthy thief. 249 00:21:33,584 --> 00:21:38,412 Data, why don't you put on these new clothes and sit on the chair? 250 00:21:38,547 --> 00:21:40,255 I must decline. 251 00:21:40,382 --> 00:21:45,175 You are going to be much more of a challenge than I first thought. 252 00:21:49,433 --> 00:21:51,591 Finoplak, a hundred denkirs. 253 00:21:56,815 --> 00:21:58,393 Data. 254 00:21:58,525 --> 00:22:00,233 In the meantime, 255 00:22:00,361 --> 00:22:04,310 here is something for your logic circuits to analyze. 256 00:22:08,661 --> 00:22:12,160 Don't worry. That solvent won't harm your... skin. 257 00:22:12,289 --> 00:22:14,780 But in seconds it will dissolve that uniform. 258 00:22:19,463 --> 00:22:21,705 I'd be delighted if you went around naked. 259 00:22:23,217 --> 00:22:25,126 I assume you have no modesty. 260 00:22:26,053 --> 00:22:28,591 But, then... 261 00:22:29,682 --> 00:22:34,723 ..l guess that decency is the rule of your Starfleet training. 262 00:22:36,105 --> 00:22:39,474 In any case, Data, why don't you make a decision... 263 00:22:40,359 --> 00:22:43,810 ..about which alternative you dislike the least? 264 00:22:43,946 --> 00:22:47,149 Make a decision by dinner. I have invited a guest. 265 00:22:47,283 --> 00:22:51,779 I expect you to be as entertaining as you have been with me. 266 00:23:09,096 --> 00:23:12,928 - Warp six. - Proceeding with departure. 267 00:23:13,058 --> 00:23:15,845 Enterprise shuttle bay two, prepare for docking. 268 00:23:16,645 --> 00:23:19,563 Level-one precautions remain in effect. 269 00:23:26,238 --> 00:23:27,946 I did miss something! 270 00:23:38,751 --> 00:23:40,542 See you later. 271 00:23:43,172 --> 00:23:45,544 Your first watch at Ops? 272 00:23:46,467 --> 00:23:48,958 I have served at the position before. 273 00:23:50,179 --> 00:23:51,922 I've been concerned about you. 274 00:23:52,723 --> 00:23:54,383 About me? Why? 275 00:23:54,516 --> 00:23:59,474 Because I know how I'd feel if I was asked to replace Data. 276 00:24:03,776 --> 00:24:05,021 Bridge! 277 00:24:09,865 --> 00:24:14,361 Promotion due to a death is commonplace on Klingon ships. 278 00:24:14,495 --> 00:24:18,077 I know. But this isn't a Klingon ship. 279 00:24:18,207 --> 00:24:20,495 Data was your friend. 280 00:24:20,626 --> 00:24:25,038 And it's the second time you've replaced a crewmate who's died. 281 00:24:26,382 --> 00:24:29,466 I honour Data's memory, as I did Lt Yar's, 282 00:24:29,593 --> 00:24:33,044 by attempting to perform their duties as well as they did. 283 00:24:33,722 --> 00:24:36,130 In true Klingon fashion. 284 00:24:40,521 --> 00:24:43,724 I appreciate your... concern. 285 00:24:51,073 --> 00:24:52,484 Computer, 286 00:24:52,616 --> 00:24:57,361 replace shuttle audio transmission, time index 0423. 287 00:24:57,996 --> 00:25:01,579 This is Data's second trip. 288 00:25:02,418 --> 00:25:04,375 Proceeding with departure. 289 00:25:04,503 --> 00:25:07,457 Enterprise shuttle bay two, prepare for docking. 290 00:25:07,589 --> 00:25:10,045 Level-one precautions remain in effect. 291 00:25:11,343 --> 00:25:13,585 Shuttle has cleared Jovis cargo bay. 292 00:25:14,930 --> 00:25:18,513 - Sounds like the first trip. - Exactly the same. 293 00:25:18,642 --> 00:25:20,599 That's protocol. That's Data. 294 00:25:20,727 --> 00:25:22,803 Following protocol to the letter. 295 00:25:23,522 --> 00:25:29,276 Computer, replace shuttle audio transmission, time index 0439. 296 00:25:29,403 --> 00:25:30,945 Third and final trip. 297 00:25:31,071 --> 00:25:34,522 Loading is complete. I am proceeding with departure. 298 00:25:35,075 --> 00:25:37,993 Enterprise shuttle bay two, prepare for docking. 299 00:25:38,120 --> 00:25:41,204 Level one precautions remain in effect. 300 00:25:43,125 --> 00:25:45,497 That's it. That's the last communication. 301 00:25:45,627 --> 00:25:48,545 He didn't report clearing the cargo bay. 302 00:25:48,672 --> 00:25:51,958 Of course, there was no reason to make voice contact. 303 00:25:52,092 --> 00:25:54,417 He knew we'd be monitoring his position. 304 00:25:54,553 --> 00:25:57,507 Any other pilot might not bother, but Data? 305 00:25:57,639 --> 00:26:02,100 - Not following procedures? - What do you think it means? 306 00:26:02,603 --> 00:26:06,303 He could have been busy. Maybe he saw something wrong. 307 00:26:06,690 --> 00:26:10,024 Without communicating it? That doesn't sound like Data. 308 00:26:10,152 --> 00:26:14,861 Which means that maybe something was wrong with him. 309 00:26:15,407 --> 00:26:17,281 But there's no other indication. 310 00:26:17,409 --> 00:26:20,363 Nothing he said or did during the entire mission. 311 00:26:23,707 --> 00:26:26,198 Wish I could talk to the last people he saw... 312 00:26:34,968 --> 00:26:39,298 I've added a Veltan sex idol to my collection. 313 00:26:40,015 --> 00:26:41,758 I've got four of them. 314 00:26:41,892 --> 00:26:44,846 What? With the pearls intact? 315 00:26:46,146 --> 00:26:49,895 Please! Pearls were added by Ferengi agents to increase the value. 316 00:26:52,027 --> 00:26:54,185 What is that? 317 00:26:54,905 --> 00:26:57,941 Something new, and you didn't tell me? 318 00:26:58,242 --> 00:27:03,318 Mr. Data, I'm delighted to see you have dressed for the occasion. 319 00:27:06,667 --> 00:27:09,833 Say hello to my very good friend, Palor Toff. 320 00:27:20,138 --> 00:27:22,464 Data, say hello. 321 00:27:24,059 --> 00:27:25,719 No need to be shy. 322 00:27:30,941 --> 00:27:35,069 - It's a mannequin. - It is not. This is Data. 323 00:27:35,195 --> 00:27:38,196 This is formerly Lt-Cmdr Data of Starfleet. 324 00:27:38,323 --> 00:27:40,945 The only sentient android in existence! 325 00:27:43,412 --> 00:27:46,662 It doesn't seem particularly sentient right now. 326 00:27:47,207 --> 00:27:49,663 It's playing a stupid game with us. 327 00:27:49,793 --> 00:27:52,664 Someone has certainly played a game on you. 328 00:27:53,505 --> 00:27:57,669 I don't find this amusing. I demand that you behave normally. 329 00:28:02,973 --> 00:28:05,345 Behave normally. 330 00:28:06,977 --> 00:28:08,804 I know you can hear me! 331 00:28:11,106 --> 00:28:12,600 He falls well. 332 00:28:14,067 --> 00:28:15,348 I apologize. 333 00:28:15,485 --> 00:28:19,186 Do not be upset. I'm having a delightful visit. 334 00:28:19,323 --> 00:28:21,695 Come along, Varria. 335 00:28:21,825 --> 00:28:24,945 You're much more fun than Fajo's new toy! 336 00:28:25,662 --> 00:28:27,240 You'll regret this. 337 00:28:35,505 --> 00:28:38,079 Now entering the Beta Agni System. 338 00:28:39,051 --> 00:28:41,209 Take us to half impulse, Mr. Crusher. 339 00:28:41,345 --> 00:28:44,429 - La Forge to bridge. - Go ahead. 340 00:28:44,556 --> 00:28:50,641 A Class-two probe, loaded with hytritium, is ready to launch. 341 00:28:50,771 --> 00:28:52,680 Now approaching Beta Agni ll. 342 00:28:52,814 --> 00:28:56,349 Mr. Crusher, put us into close orbit. Mr. Data, scan... 343 00:29:03,658 --> 00:29:05,236 My apologies, Mr. Worf. 344 00:29:06,703 --> 00:29:09,075 Scan the colony's subsurface water. 345 00:29:09,206 --> 00:29:10,616 Scanning. 346 00:29:10,749 --> 00:29:16,040 Tricyanate contamination confirmed at levels of 42 parts per million. 347 00:29:16,171 --> 00:29:18,709 - Area affected? - 30 square kilometres. 348 00:29:18,840 --> 00:29:20,216 Any indication of source? 349 00:29:20,342 --> 00:29:23,343 Highest concentration, eight kilometres west of the colony. 350 00:29:23,470 --> 00:29:25,509 - Adjust coordinates. - Aye, sir. 351 00:29:25,639 --> 00:29:28,426 La Forge to bridge, according to these figures, 352 00:29:28,558 --> 00:29:32,307 the 81 kilos of hytritium should neutralize the contamination. 353 00:29:32,604 --> 00:29:35,854 - Now approaching target. - Launch probe. 354 00:29:43,156 --> 00:29:46,988 Probe on target. Hytritium entering water table. 355 00:29:48,161 --> 00:29:50,533 Dispersement faster than expected. 356 00:29:52,999 --> 00:29:55,206 Sir, something unusual. 357 00:29:57,087 --> 00:29:58,581 Specify. 358 00:30:00,715 --> 00:30:03,171 I'm getting tricyanate readings 359 00:30:03,301 --> 00:30:06,670 of 70 grams per cubic centimetre at the source coordinates. 360 00:30:07,431 --> 00:30:09,174 Much higher than normal. 361 00:30:09,307 --> 00:30:12,593 Computer, report on geological instability. 362 00:30:12,727 --> 00:30:16,939 No significant geological activity has been recorded on Beta Agni Il 363 00:30:17,065 --> 00:30:19,817 since the settlement of the Federation colony. 364 00:30:19,943 --> 00:30:23,229 Number One, perhaps you'd better take an away team down. 365 00:30:23,363 --> 00:30:25,984 Aye, sir. Dr Crusher, transporter room three. 366 00:30:26,116 --> 00:30:28,358 - On my way. - Mr. Worf. 367 00:30:51,099 --> 00:30:54,931 I would very much like our relationship to... 368 00:30:55,812 --> 00:30:57,188 ..change. 369 00:30:57,314 --> 00:31:01,228 You may expect me to use every means at my disposal to resist. 370 00:31:02,986 --> 00:31:07,114 Why couldn't you just comply? Why do you argue all the time? 371 00:31:07,866 --> 00:31:09,693 Couldn't you sit on the chair? 372 00:31:11,953 --> 00:31:14,990 Come on. Go sit on the chair. 373 00:31:16,041 --> 00:31:18,247 I do not intend to. 374 00:31:19,586 --> 00:31:25,007 You will. You may not believe it right now but you will. 375 00:31:40,774 --> 00:31:44,392 - Have you ever seen one of these? - A disruptor. 376 00:31:45,237 --> 00:31:49,281 Well, no. It's a prototype for a Varon-T disruptor. 377 00:31:49,866 --> 00:31:52,737 The Varon-T disruptor is banned in the Federation. 378 00:31:52,869 --> 00:31:56,072 Oh, yes! They manufactured five of them. I own four. 379 00:31:56,206 --> 00:31:59,456 I sleep with one under my pillow and I sleep very well. 380 00:32:00,168 --> 00:32:03,003 - Do you know why? - It is lethal. 381 00:32:03,129 --> 00:32:05,039 It's not just lethal. 382 00:32:06,633 --> 00:32:08,460 It's... vicious. 383 00:32:09,010 --> 00:32:11,299 It tears a body apart, inside out, 384 00:32:11,429 --> 00:32:14,929 and does it very slowly, too, by your phaser standards. 385 00:32:15,058 --> 00:32:18,557 Tortuous. A very,... very painful death. 386 00:32:21,523 --> 00:32:23,397 I've always wanted to try this. 387 00:32:23,525 --> 00:32:28,068 It is doubtful you will destroy me since you assign so much value to me. 388 00:32:29,114 --> 00:32:30,857 That goes without saying. 389 00:32:34,953 --> 00:32:36,661 Please come in. 390 00:32:38,290 --> 00:32:43,414 Varria, how long have we been together, my dear? 391 00:32:43,545 --> 00:32:47,044 - 1 4 years. - 1 4 wonderful years, they were. 392 00:32:47,173 --> 00:32:50,174 She was barely an adult when I found her. 393 00:32:50,302 --> 00:32:54,928 She was idealistic, naive,... full of dreams. 394 00:32:55,056 --> 00:32:57,726 And I made those dreams come true. 395 00:32:59,769 --> 00:33:01,561 I'm going to miss you. 396 00:33:05,358 --> 00:33:07,018 Fajo. 397 00:33:28,590 --> 00:33:32,089 The contamination's been neutralized. The water's clean. 398 00:33:32,218 --> 00:33:36,086 Curious. The process should have taken several hours. 399 00:33:36,222 --> 00:33:41,347 Naturally-occurring tricyanate does not respond this quickly. 400 00:33:42,896 --> 00:33:45,434 Are you saying it's not naturally occurring? 401 00:33:47,275 --> 00:33:51,024 There are no natural trace elements in these tricyanate crystals. 402 00:33:51,154 --> 00:33:53,479 If it's artificial, it's sabotage. 403 00:33:53,615 --> 00:33:57,613 With tricyanate? That's hard to believe. 404 00:33:57,744 --> 00:33:59,368 It's slow to assimilate, 405 00:33:59,496 --> 00:34:01,987 difficult to replicate and hard to transport. 406 00:34:03,041 --> 00:34:06,741 There are a lot of easier ways to poison a water supply. 407 00:34:06,878 --> 00:34:08,586 More effective ways, too. 408 00:34:08,713 --> 00:34:11,750 Can you think why a saboteur would choose it? 409 00:34:13,134 --> 00:34:16,468 It might pass for a natural disaster. 410 00:34:16,596 --> 00:34:20,428 And since there's only one way to treat it, with hytritium,... 411 00:34:21,476 --> 00:34:24,679 ..maybe somebody figured we couldn't locate it. 412 00:34:25,355 --> 00:34:29,400 Then it really was lucky that we found hytritium when we did. 413 00:34:29,526 --> 00:34:32,195 And just enough hytritium for this crisis? 414 00:34:35,156 --> 00:34:38,940 Fajo was in the right place just when we needed him. 415 00:34:39,077 --> 00:34:41,485 Are you suggesting he created the problem? 416 00:34:41,621 --> 00:34:45,239 - Possibly. - To make a profit from its sale? 417 00:34:45,375 --> 00:34:50,084 It doesn't add up. Producing tricyanate is very expensive. 418 00:34:50,213 --> 00:34:53,084 He wouldn't make a profit, quite the contrary. 419 00:34:53,216 --> 00:34:57,130 - Then why do it? - What did he want? 420 00:34:58,805 --> 00:35:02,138 Computer, biographical file on trader Kivas Fajo. 421 00:35:02,809 --> 00:35:04,932 Accessing file, Kivas Fajo. 422 00:35:05,061 --> 00:35:07,813 A Zibalian trader of the Stacius Trade Guild, 423 00:35:07,939 --> 00:35:10,097 educated on Iraatan V. 424 00:35:10,233 --> 00:35:14,942 A noted collector of rare objects, including the Rejac Crystal, 425 00:35:15,071 --> 00:35:17,313 "Starry Night" by Vincent Van Gogh, 426 00:35:17,449 --> 00:35:20,319 the Lawmim Galactopedia, Moliam Andi tapestries... 427 00:35:20,452 --> 00:35:21,862 Computer, sufficient. 428 00:35:22,412 --> 00:35:24,451 A rare and valuable object? 429 00:35:24,581 --> 00:35:26,988 What if Data wasn't on that shuttle? 430 00:35:27,792 --> 00:35:32,585 Mr. Crusher, set course for the site of the shuttle pod explosion. 431 00:35:38,595 --> 00:35:41,299 The Jovis has a maximum speed of warp three. 432 00:35:41,431 --> 00:35:44,385 He's had 23 hours, so we can define a perimeter 433 00:35:44,517 --> 00:35:48,432 of 0.1 02 light years as his possible distance. 434 00:35:48,563 --> 00:35:53,106 Fajo doesn't know we're on to him. He probably isn't at top speed. 435 00:35:54,319 --> 00:35:58,779 He could have made it to the Nel Bato System or the Giles Belt. 436 00:36:00,074 --> 00:36:03,159 A trader doesn't attract customers by being hard to find. 437 00:36:03,286 --> 00:36:07,331 We could put out a coded query to all Federation outposts. 438 00:36:07,457 --> 00:36:09,117 Make it so. 439 00:36:25,809 --> 00:36:28,845 If I help you escape, will you take me with you? 440 00:36:30,480 --> 00:36:33,683 He's sleeping, and there isn't much time. 441 00:36:34,150 --> 00:36:37,733 - The consequences... - I know the consequences. 442 00:36:42,325 --> 00:36:44,816 1 4 years. You learn a few things. 443 00:36:48,331 --> 00:36:51,249 There's an escape pod in the aft cargo bay. 444 00:37:00,844 --> 00:37:05,007 Captain, affirmative response from Station Lya IV. 445 00:37:08,893 --> 00:37:12,594 Fajo spent half a day in orbit. Departed seven hours ago. 446 00:37:13,147 --> 00:37:17,276 Mr. Crusher, new coordinates. Lay in a course for Lya IV. 447 00:37:17,402 --> 00:37:19,311 Course already laid in, sir. 448 00:37:24,826 --> 00:37:26,949 Perhaps I should contact Enterprise. 449 00:37:27,078 --> 00:37:31,989 You can't. Fajo has communications restricted to the bridge. 450 00:37:32,125 --> 00:37:35,291 Once out, the shuttle pod will emit an emergency beacon. 451 00:37:35,962 --> 00:37:40,007 We'll have to hope somebody responds before Fajo destroys us. 452 00:37:40,133 --> 00:37:42,090 I am trained in evasive manoeuvres. 453 00:37:42,969 --> 00:37:46,302 We'll need a few. Let's get going. 454 00:37:48,433 --> 00:37:52,430 As soon as I start the escape sequence, an alarm will sound. 455 00:37:52,562 --> 00:37:53,973 We won't have much time. 456 00:39:49,470 --> 00:39:53,598 It's your fault. You knew the price for disobedience. 457 00:39:54,267 --> 00:39:56,639 So did she. 458 00:39:59,439 --> 00:40:01,478 Well, there's always another Varria. 459 00:40:20,501 --> 00:40:22,245 You won't hurt me. 460 00:40:23,004 --> 00:40:26,005 Fundamental respect for all living beings. 461 00:40:27,341 --> 00:40:29,001 That's what you said. 462 00:40:29,677 --> 00:40:31,337 I'm a living being, 463 00:40:31,471 --> 00:40:33,677 therefore you can't harm me. 464 00:40:35,308 --> 00:40:37,550 You will surrender to the authorities. 465 00:40:37,685 --> 00:40:40,010 Or what? You'll fire? 466 00:40:41,397 --> 00:40:43,556 Empty threat. We both know it. 467 00:40:44,025 --> 00:40:46,350 Why don't you accept your fate? 468 00:40:46,486 --> 00:40:49,237 You'll return to your chair and sit there. 469 00:40:49,363 --> 00:40:52,068 You will entertain me and entertain my guests. 470 00:40:52,200 --> 00:40:55,699 If you don't, I'll simply kill someone else. 471 00:40:55,828 --> 00:40:57,488 Him, perhaps. 472 00:40:59,332 --> 00:41:02,867 It doesn't matter. Their blood will be on your hands. 473 00:41:03,002 --> 00:41:04,959 Just like poor Varria's. 474 00:41:06,464 --> 00:41:09,999 Your only alternative, Data, is to fire. 475 00:41:11,886 --> 00:41:14,591 Murder me. That's all you have to do. 476 00:41:14,722 --> 00:41:17,343 Go ahead. Fire. 477 00:41:19,727 --> 00:41:25,397 If only you could feel rage over Varria's death! 478 00:41:26,150 --> 00:41:29,270 If only you could feel the need for revenge, 479 00:41:29,403 --> 00:41:31,313 then maybe you could fire. 480 00:41:33,741 --> 00:41:35,817 But you're just an android. 481 00:41:36,744 --> 00:41:39,318 You can't feel anything, can you? 482 00:41:39,455 --> 00:41:42,990 It's just another interesting intellectual puzzle for you. 483 00:41:43,918 --> 00:41:45,542 Another of life's... 484 00:41:46,504 --> 00:41:47,749 curiosities. 485 00:41:48,714 --> 00:41:50,754 I cannot permit this to continue. 486 00:41:55,847 --> 00:41:59,429 Wait. Your program won't allow it. You can't fire. No. 487 00:42:06,065 --> 00:42:09,149 I'm reading a weapon in transit with Cmdr Data. 488 00:42:09,694 --> 00:42:12,897 - It seems to have discharged. - Discharged? 489 00:42:13,030 --> 00:42:14,738 I'm deactivating it. 490 00:42:24,959 --> 00:42:26,868 Welcome back, Mr. Data. 491 00:42:28,296 --> 00:42:30,454 - Are you alright? - Yes. 492 00:42:31,549 --> 00:42:34,834 Please arrange to have Kivas Fajo taken into custody 493 00:42:34,969 --> 00:42:37,674 on charges of murder, kidnapping, theft... 494 00:42:37,805 --> 00:42:39,881 The arrangements have been made. 495 00:42:43,352 --> 00:42:47,350 A Varon-T disruptor. It belongs to Fajo. 496 00:42:48,399 --> 00:42:51,768 Mr. O'Brien says the weapon was in a state of discharge. 497 00:42:55,781 --> 00:42:58,948 Perhaps something occurred during transport. 498 00:43:19,639 --> 00:43:22,308 Have you come to see me repent? 499 00:43:23,351 --> 00:43:25,390 Is this your final satisfaction? 500 00:43:25,978 --> 00:43:28,267 Want to see me beg for mercy? 501 00:43:29,774 --> 00:43:32,478 You're not going to get any of that. 502 00:43:32,610 --> 00:43:34,318 I expected nothing. 503 00:43:35,363 --> 00:43:38,447 Our roles are... reversed. 504 00:43:41,285 --> 00:43:45,413 Aren't they, Data? You're the collector now. 505 00:43:45,539 --> 00:43:47,781 Me? I'm in a cage. 506 00:43:50,753 --> 00:43:54,502 - So it seems. - I had you in my collection once. 507 00:43:54,632 --> 00:43:58,083 - I can have you there again. - Unlikely, sir. 508 00:44:01,764 --> 00:44:04,385 Your collection has been confiscated. 509 00:44:05,685 --> 00:44:07,642 All of your stolen possessions 510 00:44:07,770 --> 00:44:10,605 are being returned to their rightful owners. 511 00:44:11,023 --> 00:44:13,063 You have lost everything you value. 512 00:44:14,276 --> 00:44:16,103 It must give you great pleasure. 513 00:44:17,989 --> 00:44:20,396 No, sir. It does not. 514 00:44:21,784 --> 00:44:27,573 I do not feel pleasure. I am only an android.