1 00:00:02,003 --> 00:00:05,704 Captain's log, star date 43930. 7. 2 00:00:06,840 --> 00:00:08,833 The Enterprise is in attendance 3 00:00:08,967 --> 00:00:12,419 at the biennial Trade Agreements Conference on Betazed. 4 00:00:12,554 --> 00:00:15,092 For the first time, the Ferengi are present. 5 00:00:15,224 --> 00:00:20,265 I reluctantly consented to their boarding for the closing reception. 6 00:00:44,544 --> 00:00:45,920 Check and mate. 7 00:00:46,797 --> 00:00:51,624 Perfect. The queen's gambit finished off with the Aldabren Exchange. 8 00:00:52,803 --> 00:00:56,635 That is unfair. I couldn't concentrate with that noise. 9 00:00:56,765 --> 00:00:59,636 Noise? It's Algolian ceremonial rhythms. 10 00:01:08,777 --> 00:01:12,941 A toast to the success of the conference. I must admit,... 11 00:01:14,616 --> 00:01:17,154 ..l had some doubts about the Ferengi. 12 00:01:17,286 --> 00:01:21,235 They made a profit and behaved. Still, they trouble me. 13 00:01:21,373 --> 00:01:25,584 We Betazoids are uncomfortable with species like the Ferengi 14 00:01:25,711 --> 00:01:27,869 whose minds we can't read. 15 00:01:28,005 --> 00:01:30,246 Perhaps your telepathy is ineffective 16 00:01:30,382 --> 00:01:34,380 owing to the anomalous construction of the Ferengi brain... 17 00:01:34,511 --> 00:01:36,171 Thank you, Mr. Data. 18 00:01:36,305 --> 00:01:40,172 It was thoughtful of you to invite Lwaxana Troi. 19 00:01:40,309 --> 00:01:44,686 Lwaxana and I go way back. Her first husband was a friend. 20 00:01:44,813 --> 00:01:47,138 I've known Deanna since she was a child. 21 00:01:47,274 --> 00:01:50,559 I'm sure Troi appreciates having time with her mother. 22 00:01:51,320 --> 00:01:54,237 Little one, pretend you are happy to see me. 23 00:01:55,073 --> 00:01:57,564 Mother, we're among non-telepaths. 24 00:01:57,701 --> 00:02:00,192 It's impolite not to speak aloud. 25 00:02:00,329 --> 00:02:04,622 You mean talk with my mouth full? Deanna, please. 26 00:02:07,544 --> 00:02:10,995 Alright. You want me to say something aloud? 27 00:02:11,131 --> 00:02:15,710 Have you considered if you had stayed on Betazed, you might be happier? 28 00:02:15,844 --> 00:02:18,798 Let's not guess what might have been. 29 00:02:18,930 --> 00:02:21,219 I love my work on the Enterprise. 30 00:02:21,350 --> 00:02:25,561 Yes, of course, but it's all business and no play. 31 00:02:25,687 --> 00:02:29,139 You've got to enjoy life, relax. Like I do. 32 00:02:29,733 --> 00:02:32,568 Find the right man, think of your future. 33 00:02:33,236 --> 00:02:34,565 Think of mine. 34 00:02:35,155 --> 00:02:37,728 Lwaxana, Deanna. Anything I can do? 35 00:02:41,370 --> 00:02:43,077 Could l...? 36 00:02:51,338 --> 00:02:53,544 She's as repulsive as the rest. 37 00:02:53,673 --> 00:02:57,374 Repulsive? I find her exotic. 38 00:02:59,346 --> 00:03:03,474 What an advantage her telepathy would be in our negotiations. 39 00:03:03,600 --> 00:03:06,221 To read our competitors' minds? 40 00:03:06,353 --> 00:03:08,429 Yes, that would be valuable. 41 00:03:09,648 --> 00:03:13,147 But she'd never agree to use her powers to help us. 42 00:03:13,276 --> 00:03:15,150 I'm not so sure. 43 00:03:18,365 --> 00:03:20,772 Lwaxana Troi of Betazed, I believe. 44 00:03:21,243 --> 00:03:25,655 I am DaiMon Tog of the Ferengi vessel, Krayton. May I join you? 45 00:03:25,789 --> 00:03:28,743 I was going to see Capt Picard. Excuse me. 46 00:03:35,882 --> 00:03:40,129 Jean-Luc! Have a drink with me. Tell me what you've been up to. 47 00:03:40,262 --> 00:03:44,722 Perhaps later. Mr. Data and I were about to show Reittan Grax the... 48 00:03:46,101 --> 00:03:50,727 ..the new door mechanisms on the turbo lifts. Excuse us. 49 00:03:55,819 --> 00:03:57,942 Lwaxana Troi. 50 00:03:58,071 --> 00:03:59,980 I desire you. 51 00:04:00,115 --> 00:04:01,277 What? 52 00:04:01,408 --> 00:04:05,655 Your Betazoid skills would be very useful to me. 53 00:04:05,787 --> 00:04:07,827 I find you very attractive. 54 00:04:09,207 --> 00:04:12,125 I am willing to pay handsomely for you. 55 00:04:13,170 --> 00:04:14,747 I don't believe this. 56 00:04:14,880 --> 00:04:19,423 You must be aware that every female has her price. 57 00:04:26,016 --> 00:04:28,933 Let's get one thing straight, little man. 58 00:04:29,060 --> 00:04:31,018 I am not for sale. 59 00:04:31,146 --> 00:04:34,515 And if, by some chance, I were to become available, 60 00:04:34,649 --> 00:04:36,938 I would rather eat Orion wing-slugs 61 00:04:37,068 --> 00:04:40,402 than deal with a toad-faced troll like you. 62 00:04:40,864 --> 00:04:44,696 Go away. Find somebody else to become your property. 63 00:04:46,161 --> 00:04:47,655 As you wish. 64 00:04:51,541 --> 00:04:54,542 Now that you've totally humiliated us, 65 00:04:54,669 --> 00:04:56,995 may we return to our vessel? 66 00:04:57,714 --> 00:05:00,715 She is exhilarating, isn't she? 67 00:05:03,094 --> 00:05:06,214 Now I want her more than ever. 68 00:05:06,723 --> 00:05:10,673 Lwaxana Troi, you will be mine. 69 00:07:03,590 --> 00:07:05,713 Are we at war with the Ferengi? 70 00:07:05,842 --> 00:07:09,425 DaiMon Tog returned to his vessel. The Ferengi have left orbit. 71 00:07:09,554 --> 00:07:11,298 My mother will be relieved. 72 00:07:12,057 --> 00:07:16,932 I hear she handled the situation skilfully. An admirable woman. 73 00:07:17,896 --> 00:07:20,185 I'll be sure to tell her you said so. 74 00:07:20,315 --> 00:07:22,391 Come in, little one. 75 00:07:29,491 --> 00:07:30,866 Mother? 76 00:07:33,370 --> 00:07:34,745 Mother, please. 77 00:07:39,959 --> 00:07:44,871 After that awful Ferengi insulted me, I needed to centre myself. 78 00:07:45,006 --> 00:07:48,874 Can you imagine that creature talking to me like that? 79 00:07:49,010 --> 00:07:53,553 Doesn't he realize I am a daughter of the Fifth House of Betazed? 80 00:07:53,682 --> 00:07:56,682 Holder of the Sacred Chalice of Rixx? 81 00:07:56,810 --> 00:08:00,309 The Sacred Chalice of Rixx is an old clay pot 82 00:08:00,438 --> 00:08:02,431 with mould growing inside it. 83 00:08:02,565 --> 00:08:06,515 One day, when you're older and wiser, you'll understand. 84 00:08:07,362 --> 00:08:09,853 Come on. Sit down. Talk to me. 85 00:08:09,989 --> 00:08:13,405 - We spend so little time together. - That's true. 86 00:08:14,327 --> 00:08:20,033 I'm sorry. I didn't mean to get so upset with you at the reception. 87 00:08:21,751 --> 00:08:25,334 Deanna, try to understand. You're all I have. 88 00:08:25,463 --> 00:08:27,835 My only concern is for your happiness. 89 00:08:27,966 --> 00:08:32,343 I am happy. Why can't you believe that? 90 00:08:33,346 --> 00:08:34,805 I wish I could. 91 00:08:34,931 --> 00:08:38,763 How much happiness is there in always being there for someone else 92 00:08:38,893 --> 00:08:40,518 and never for yourself? 93 00:08:40,645 --> 00:08:43,646 I get a lot of satisfaction out of my work. 94 00:08:43,773 --> 00:08:47,937 I'm sure you do. I'm sure it's rewarding in its way, but... 95 00:08:49,237 --> 00:08:53,151 - What about a family? - This is my family! 96 00:08:54,325 --> 00:08:56,698 My friends here on the Enterprise. 97 00:08:56,828 --> 00:08:59,995 Alright. In case I have to spell it out, 98 00:09:00,123 --> 00:09:03,706 I am talking about finding a husband, having a child. 99 00:09:03,835 --> 00:09:08,129 That's what made me happy. At least, until now. 100 00:09:08,256 --> 00:09:11,839 Mother, look. Perhaps someday I will marry. 101 00:09:11,968 --> 00:09:16,297 But you have to let me make my own choices, live my own life, 102 00:09:16,431 --> 00:09:18,720 not the life you want for me. 103 00:09:18,850 --> 00:09:23,179 You had your chance with Cmdr Riker. Look how you ruined that. 104 00:09:23,313 --> 00:09:26,978 I did not ruin anything. We've become very good friends. 105 00:09:27,108 --> 00:09:30,726 All the better. You wouldn't want to marry an enemy. 106 00:09:30,862 --> 00:09:33,733 I see we can't talk about this. 107 00:09:34,532 --> 00:09:37,154 Very well. Have it your way, little one. 108 00:09:37,285 --> 00:09:41,864 Little one? You called me that when I was five. 109 00:09:41,998 --> 00:09:45,782 Now stop demeaning me and address me as an adult! 110 00:09:47,879 --> 00:09:52,505 I'll be home on Betazed if you need me, little... Deanna. 111 00:09:56,554 --> 00:10:01,181 Adding pre-processors to the neutrino-counters boosted efficiency. 112 00:10:01,309 --> 00:10:03,847 Cmdr La Forge and Cmdr Data did it. 113 00:10:03,978 --> 00:10:08,854 But reprocessing the data with an optical chip was your idea. 114 00:10:08,983 --> 00:10:12,566 Correct. Cmdr La Forge and I designed the chip, 115 00:10:12,695 --> 00:10:16,230 but Mr. Crusher derived the equation for its operation. 116 00:10:16,366 --> 00:10:19,402 He completed the upgrade early. Impressive. 117 00:10:19,536 --> 00:10:23,485 Indeed. Fine work. We shall miss you, Mr. Crusher. 118 00:10:24,332 --> 00:10:28,661 Examination scores from Starfleet Academy have arrived. 119 00:10:28,795 --> 00:10:29,874 Congratulations. 120 00:10:30,004 --> 00:10:34,547 When you've completed the oral, you will be formally admitted. 121 00:10:34,676 --> 00:10:38,175 You'll go to Betazed to meet up with the transport ship. 122 00:10:38,304 --> 00:10:41,056 - Thank you, sir. - That'll be all. 123 00:10:43,810 --> 00:10:46,479 - Number One, a moment. - Yes, Captain? 124 00:10:47,522 --> 00:10:50,523 You agree that this is a routine mapping mission? 125 00:10:50,650 --> 00:10:52,310 Yes, sir. 126 00:10:52,986 --> 00:10:55,690 Counsellor Troi asked for shore leave. 127 00:10:55,822 --> 00:10:59,487 I can see I shall have to suggest it to you. 128 00:10:59,617 --> 00:11:01,693 Have a good time, Number One. 129 00:11:22,807 --> 00:11:24,218 Your mother! 130 00:11:27,186 --> 00:11:29,226 It's around here somewhere. 131 00:11:29,355 --> 00:11:31,929 Maybe it died. It has been a few years. 132 00:11:32,066 --> 00:11:36,146 Muktok live for hundreds of years. Here it is. 133 00:11:40,408 --> 00:11:42,282 It's lovely. 134 00:11:44,746 --> 00:11:49,988 I remember that sound. And all the good times we had. 135 00:11:51,836 --> 00:11:54,457 I remember a certain junior officer 136 00:11:54,589 --> 00:11:57,162 meeting a very serious psychologist. 137 00:11:58,551 --> 00:12:01,718 The best part about being assigned to Betazed. 138 00:12:04,182 --> 00:12:06,507 This is the perfect spot. 139 00:12:06,643 --> 00:12:09,478 Put the food down over there, Mr. Homn. 140 00:12:09,604 --> 00:12:12,724 Isn't it a beautiful day for a picnic? 141 00:12:12,857 --> 00:12:14,684 They'll join us in a moment. 142 00:12:14,817 --> 00:12:17,688 No. Put the food over there. 143 00:12:18,947 --> 00:12:22,066 Mother, how did you know about this place? 144 00:12:23,743 --> 00:12:27,326 Your father used to bring me here. Sit down. 145 00:12:27,455 --> 00:12:30,658 You even brought provisions. Very thoughtful. 146 00:12:30,792 --> 00:12:32,749 Here. Will, Deanna. 147 00:12:33,878 --> 00:12:36,120 Try an oskoid. They're delicious. 148 00:12:40,510 --> 00:12:43,926 That sap running through the veins helps keep it warm. 149 00:12:47,558 --> 00:12:49,350 Very tasty. 150 00:12:49,978 --> 00:12:53,678 Last time we met, you were looking for a husband. Any luck? 151 00:12:54,857 --> 00:12:59,815 Alas, no. But what happens to me isn't important. 152 00:12:59,946 --> 00:13:04,323 I am more concerned with other people getting on with their lives. 153 00:13:04,450 --> 00:13:05,909 Mother. 154 00:13:08,496 --> 00:13:12,280 Mr. Homn, I noticed some uttaberries back along the path. 155 00:13:12,417 --> 00:13:14,160 Pick some. 156 00:13:16,170 --> 00:13:20,548 Well, Mr. Homn and I could go if you would like to be alone. 157 00:13:20,675 --> 00:13:23,082 It's such a romantic setting. 158 00:13:23,219 --> 00:13:24,630 Mother, stop it. 159 00:13:25,722 --> 00:13:28,557 Darling, you have been so excitable lately. 160 00:13:28,683 --> 00:13:32,218 Have you thought of some leave? I could talk to Jean-Luc. 161 00:13:32,353 --> 00:13:35,140 Try the oskoid. Very different. 162 00:13:40,278 --> 00:13:42,021 What the...? 163 00:13:42,155 --> 00:13:45,274 For one whose beauty surpasses even these pericules. 164 00:13:45,408 --> 00:13:48,278 DaiMon Tog, I thought the Krayton left orbit. 165 00:13:48,411 --> 00:13:50,035 It did. 166 00:13:50,163 --> 00:13:55,074 But when I tried to get Lwaxana Troi out of my mind, I could not succeed. 167 00:13:56,461 --> 00:14:00,873 This is ludicrous. You came back to Betazed for me? 168 00:14:01,007 --> 00:14:04,755 Why continue to search for perfection once you have found it? 169 00:14:05,887 --> 00:14:10,465 - I don't believe this. - Now, look, Demon Tog! 170 00:14:10,600 --> 00:14:12,723 I'm a daughter of the Fifth House, 171 00:14:12,852 --> 00:14:15,806 holder of the Sacred Chalice of Rixx. 172 00:14:15,938 --> 00:14:20,316 Unless you want an interstellar incident, beam back to your ship. 173 00:14:20,443 --> 00:14:22,850 Returning is what I had in mind. 174 00:14:24,489 --> 00:14:27,027 Krayton, transport four immediately. 175 00:14:27,158 --> 00:14:28,154 No! 176 00:14:46,677 --> 00:14:48,884 Pawn takes knight, king's level. 177 00:14:59,190 --> 00:15:02,191 Bishop takes knight, king's level. 178 00:15:10,284 --> 00:15:11,944 Rook to queen four. 179 00:15:19,001 --> 00:15:20,661 Lwaxana? 180 00:15:22,547 --> 00:15:24,586 Deanna? 181 00:15:24,715 --> 00:15:26,126 Where are we? 182 00:15:26,259 --> 00:15:29,295 From the smell, I'd say we're on a Ferengi vessel. 183 00:15:29,428 --> 00:15:32,098 They can't do that. You're Starfleet officers. 184 00:15:32,223 --> 00:15:35,592 Tog must not have read that chapter on etiquette. 185 00:15:35,726 --> 00:15:36,806 Enterprise? 186 00:15:39,772 --> 00:15:42,144 Must be too far out of range. 187 00:15:52,201 --> 00:15:54,775 DaiMon, they have regained consciousness. 188 00:15:54,912 --> 00:15:56,406 Very good. 189 00:16:08,593 --> 00:16:12,542 I should have known. Even their transporters can't be trusted. 190 00:16:16,267 --> 00:16:18,010 Why remove our clothing? 191 00:16:18,144 --> 00:16:21,264 Females do not deserve the honour of clothing. 192 00:16:22,440 --> 00:16:25,061 They're as bad as humans. Look at that leer. 193 00:16:30,156 --> 00:16:34,403 No. His is an expression of revulsion. 194 00:16:34,535 --> 00:16:37,572 But it is a feeling that I do not share, Lwaxana. 195 00:16:46,505 --> 00:16:50,586 It's cold in here. Do you want me to become ill? 196 00:16:50,718 --> 00:16:52,711 You must forgive the doctor. 197 00:16:52,845 --> 00:16:55,550 He is not accustomed to Betazoid females. 198 00:16:56,474 --> 00:17:01,385 Now, Lwaxana, I have a business proposition for you. 199 00:17:01,520 --> 00:17:05,139 - Thanks, but I'm not interested. - Hear me out. 200 00:17:05,274 --> 00:17:08,275 Your telepathic powers could bring us both profit. 201 00:17:08,402 --> 00:17:10,359 Why would I want to bring you profit? 202 00:17:10,488 --> 00:17:15,315 In order to keep your daughter alive and healthy for one. 203 00:17:16,285 --> 00:17:20,746 There is no need for threats. Lwaxana is a sensible female. 204 00:17:21,248 --> 00:17:22,791 I don't like this. 205 00:17:22,917 --> 00:17:26,001 I believe I can control him, little one. 206 00:17:26,671 --> 00:17:29,588 I'm sure that we can talk about this. 207 00:17:29,715 --> 00:17:32,586 Just the two of us. 208 00:17:32,718 --> 00:17:34,877 A wise choice. 209 00:17:35,012 --> 00:17:36,886 Farek, leave us. 210 00:17:46,607 --> 00:17:49,145 And you may rejoin your friend. 211 00:17:49,276 --> 00:17:52,728 - Mother, are you sure? - I'll be fine. 212 00:18:10,673 --> 00:18:15,964 Now, Lwaxana Troi, let us talk. 213 00:18:36,157 --> 00:18:40,984 1 5 hours from Gamma Erandi. The subspace static is playing hell. 214 00:18:41,120 --> 00:18:44,037 Just what you'd expect from a stellar nursery. 215 00:18:44,165 --> 00:18:47,581 Congratulations on passing your written examination. 216 00:18:47,710 --> 00:18:50,248 - An excellent achievement. - Thanks. 217 00:18:50,379 --> 00:18:52,372 If I do as well on the orals... 218 00:18:52,506 --> 00:18:57,215 You will, and we'll be gaining the best ensign in the fleet. 219 00:18:57,928 --> 00:19:01,428 There is no guarantee that Wesley will be on the Enterprise. 220 00:19:01,557 --> 00:19:07,311 91 percent of graduates are not posted to Galaxy-class starships. 221 00:19:07,980 --> 00:19:12,025 I never thought of that. I assumed I'd come back here. 222 00:19:12,151 --> 00:19:14,772 I'm sure Capt Picard will request you. 223 00:19:14,904 --> 00:19:19,566 That is, if he's still commanding the Enterprise when you graduate. 224 00:19:20,868 --> 00:19:22,908 I never thought of that either. 225 00:19:24,705 --> 00:19:28,039 I never thought I'd feel this way about leaving you. 226 00:19:28,167 --> 00:19:31,999 Is that not the human experience? Growth and change. 227 00:19:32,755 --> 00:19:34,997 - I suppose so... - Listen, Wesley. 228 00:19:35,132 --> 00:19:39,379 I felt the same way, but it was the best time of my life. 229 00:19:39,512 --> 00:19:43,212 You're gonna meet new friends and have adventures. 230 00:19:44,141 --> 00:19:45,968 I hope you're right, Geordi. 231 00:19:48,187 --> 00:19:52,564 Little one, Tog's given me something hideous to wear. 232 00:19:52,691 --> 00:19:54,898 He says it flatters my beauty. 233 00:20:03,035 --> 00:20:05,443 So far, Mother's in no danger. 234 00:20:06,580 --> 00:20:08,869 I hope she knows what she's doing. 235 00:20:08,999 --> 00:20:12,119 She's bought some time. Let's make the most of it. 236 00:20:14,588 --> 00:20:16,296 I wouldn't do that. 237 00:20:17,550 --> 00:20:22,258 - I don't need your help. - You're two moves from being mated. 238 00:20:28,269 --> 00:20:32,397 See? You should have listened. Now you've only got one escape. 239 00:20:39,113 --> 00:20:40,737 That wasn't it. 240 00:20:46,662 --> 00:20:50,956 - Should have moved the bishop. - Ridiculous! It was pinned. 241 00:20:51,083 --> 00:20:54,915 Don't listen to me. Forget that I beat you in 30 moves. 242 00:20:55,045 --> 00:20:57,501 - Pure luck. - I was being polite. 243 00:20:57,631 --> 00:20:59,173 I could have won in 20. 244 00:21:03,888 --> 00:21:05,512 Then prove it. 245 00:21:10,436 --> 00:21:13,686 Pawn to queen four, king's level. 246 00:21:14,356 --> 00:21:17,476 Pawn to king's bishop three, queen's level. 247 00:21:25,576 --> 00:21:29,075 I must admit, when you first approached me, 248 00:21:29,205 --> 00:21:32,574 I was intrigued. 249 00:21:32,708 --> 00:21:35,413 - You mean revolted. - Perhaps a little. 250 00:21:36,879 --> 00:21:39,286 - Do you forgive me? - Yes. 251 00:21:41,133 --> 00:21:45,510 With your powers, we could be a formidable team. 252 00:21:47,765 --> 00:21:52,343 My! You have great strength in your hands. 253 00:21:53,229 --> 00:21:55,186 You like that? 254 00:21:55,940 --> 00:21:58,347 I've always admired strong males. 255 00:21:59,693 --> 00:22:01,485 You are beautiful. 256 00:22:01,904 --> 00:22:04,656 It is impossible for me to resist you. 257 00:22:05,991 --> 00:22:09,443 Then don't. 258 00:22:32,476 --> 00:22:35,762 Initial scans of ionisation patterns complete, sir. 259 00:22:35,896 --> 00:22:38,103 Now correlating sensor readings. 260 00:22:41,360 --> 00:22:43,317 Almost incomprehensible. 261 00:22:43,946 --> 00:22:46,401 The amount of energy being expended. 262 00:22:46,532 --> 00:22:50,576 Actually, it is 5.34 times 10 to the 41 st watt, sir. 263 00:22:50,703 --> 00:22:52,909 Well within the norm for this. 264 00:22:53,038 --> 00:22:55,327 Yes. Perhaps, Data. 265 00:22:56,542 --> 00:22:59,459 But that takes away none of the wonder. 266 00:23:07,594 --> 00:23:10,132 - Check. - I'm sick of this game. 267 00:23:10,264 --> 00:23:12,837 Of course! Now that you are losing. 268 00:23:12,975 --> 00:23:15,051 Who's losing? I'm tired of standing. 269 00:23:15,185 --> 00:23:17,059 You can't resign now. 270 00:23:17,187 --> 00:23:19,761 It's hard to play. I can't see the board. 271 00:23:19,898 --> 00:23:24,893 Ah! Then you will finish the game if I let you out of the shell? 272 00:23:25,029 --> 00:23:28,232 - I might. - Clever, human! 273 00:23:28,365 --> 00:23:31,319 - But I'm not foolish. - You think I'd escape? 274 00:23:31,452 --> 00:23:33,859 Where would that get me? You've got her. 275 00:23:36,790 --> 00:23:38,285 Where would I go? 276 00:23:39,960 --> 00:23:44,289 - I do not trust you. - Fine. Thanks for the game. 277 00:23:54,391 --> 00:23:56,099 Come out here. 278 00:24:10,741 --> 00:24:13,825 Now save your rook, if you can. 279 00:24:18,749 --> 00:24:21,287 And that was my first husband. 280 00:24:21,418 --> 00:24:24,040 Not much of a conversationalist, but... 281 00:24:25,923 --> 00:24:27,583 ..what a lover! 282 00:24:29,259 --> 00:24:31,299 Well, then I met... 283 00:24:31,428 --> 00:24:34,797 I do not want to hear about your other romances. 284 00:24:35,307 --> 00:24:36,801 It makes me jealous. 285 00:24:40,145 --> 00:24:43,265 My, my. What big ears you have. 286 00:24:44,441 --> 00:24:47,478 Has anyone ever told you how attractive they are? 287 00:24:47,611 --> 00:24:50,316 Some females think they are my best feature. 288 00:24:54,243 --> 00:24:57,362 No one has ever given me oo-mox like this. 289 00:24:57,496 --> 00:24:58,955 Oo-mox? 290 00:25:00,082 --> 00:25:02,039 There is no translation. 291 00:25:02,501 --> 00:25:06,201 But the ear is one of our most erogenous zones. 292 00:25:07,005 --> 00:25:09,081 Those Ferengi have iron jaws. 293 00:25:12,553 --> 00:25:15,719 Little one, if Tog were a kitten, he'd be purring. 294 00:25:15,848 --> 00:25:17,924 Good work, Mother. 295 00:25:18,058 --> 00:25:23,016 According to Mother, DaiMon Tog is extremely relaxed at the moment. 296 00:25:23,147 --> 00:25:27,144 Tell Lwaxana to keep him relaxed while we call in the cavalry. 297 00:25:28,235 --> 00:25:33,526 Access denied. All transmissions to be authorized by DaiMon Tog. 298 00:25:35,951 --> 00:25:39,367 Let's see just how relaxed DaiMon Tog is. 299 00:25:40,122 --> 00:25:43,325 Mother, we're trying to contact the Enterprise. 300 00:25:43,459 --> 00:25:46,827 We can't do it without Tog's access code. Could you... ? 301 00:25:46,962 --> 00:25:49,120 Say no more, little one. 302 00:25:50,591 --> 00:25:55,051 Lwaxana, you and I are going to make such a wonderful team. 303 00:25:55,179 --> 00:25:58,797 With your telepathy and my cunning, I foresee... 304 00:25:58,932 --> 00:26:01,933 A very profitable future. 305 00:26:11,320 --> 00:26:15,364 Interference is subsiding. Communications have been restored. 306 00:26:15,490 --> 00:26:18,160 Good. Contact Cmdr Riker on Betazed. 307 00:26:18,911 --> 00:26:22,280 Message coming in from Betazed, sir. Priority one. 308 00:26:23,123 --> 00:26:24,831 On screen. 309 00:26:25,334 --> 00:26:29,118 Capt Picard, at last. We have been trying to reach you. 310 00:26:29,254 --> 00:26:33,169 Our communications have been blocked. Is there a problem? 311 00:26:33,592 --> 00:26:35,549 I'm afraid so, Captain. 312 00:26:35,677 --> 00:26:39,805 Lwaxana, Deanna and Cmdr Riker have disappeared. 313 00:26:46,647 --> 00:26:49,316 I knew I wanted you when I saw you. 314 00:26:49,441 --> 00:26:51,932 You have fulfilled my expectations. 315 00:26:52,069 --> 00:26:53,860 How sweet. 316 00:26:53,987 --> 00:26:58,067 Farek thought it was a bad idea, but I knew better. 317 00:26:58,200 --> 00:27:02,743 - How clever. - I knew best. I always know best. 318 00:27:03,664 --> 00:27:05,537 - How repugnant. - What? 319 00:27:05,666 --> 00:27:07,243 I said, "How romantic." 320 00:27:08,752 --> 00:27:12,880 I can't resist a man who knows what he wants. 321 00:27:13,465 --> 00:27:16,632 That's me. That's why I am DaiMon of this ship. 322 00:27:16,760 --> 00:27:19,216 I take charge in every situation. 323 00:27:20,138 --> 00:27:24,551 - More to the left, woman. - Whatever you say. 324 00:27:28,855 --> 00:27:31,311 My darling, care for a drink? 325 00:27:32,025 --> 00:27:33,817 You're so attentive. 326 00:27:33,944 --> 00:27:38,405 Does your food synthesizer know how to make an Arcturian Fizz? 327 00:27:38,532 --> 00:27:40,323 I don't think so. 328 00:27:40,450 --> 00:27:43,950 They have certain pleasure-enhancing qualities. 329 00:27:44,997 --> 00:27:48,163 Let me teach your computer how to make one. 330 00:27:54,339 --> 00:27:56,628 I'll need your access code. 331 00:27:56,758 --> 00:27:58,502 Yes, my beloved. 332 00:27:59,136 --> 00:28:01,591 Computer, access code. 333 00:28:04,725 --> 00:28:06,135 Tog! Be silent. 334 00:28:08,729 --> 00:28:13,687 - I knew you were not to be trusted. - I was going to make a drink. 335 00:28:13,817 --> 00:28:16,273 Save your lies for this fool. 336 00:28:16,403 --> 00:28:17,648 But... 337 00:28:17,779 --> 00:28:20,614 Don't listen to him. He's misunderstood me. 338 00:28:20,741 --> 00:28:22,899 No, Tog. You have misunderstood. 339 00:28:23,035 --> 00:28:27,743 You have been tricked by a sly female who finds you repulsive. 340 00:28:28,290 --> 00:28:31,042 She was only trying to serve me a drink. 341 00:28:31,168 --> 00:28:35,462 You almost gave her complete access to the ship's computer. 342 00:28:35,589 --> 00:28:40,167 A security breach severe enough to cost you your command. 343 00:28:41,553 --> 00:28:45,171 It's time you took my advice. Let me study her. 344 00:28:45,891 --> 00:28:48,216 Study her? 345 00:28:48,352 --> 00:28:50,510 Your mind probes could kill her. 346 00:28:50,937 --> 00:28:54,437 You brought her aboard for her telepathic powers. 347 00:28:54,566 --> 00:28:59,193 If I can determine what neural configuration gives her those powers, 348 00:28:59,321 --> 00:29:03,864 I may be able to duplicate them. We could still profit. 349 00:29:04,743 --> 00:29:06,154 I don't know. 350 00:29:06,286 --> 00:29:09,370 A true DaiMon would not be blinded by lust. 351 00:29:09,498 --> 00:29:11,324 Give her to me, 352 00:29:11,458 --> 00:29:14,993 or I may be forced to report your transgressions. 353 00:29:17,422 --> 00:29:19,462 Very well. Take her. 354 00:29:34,022 --> 00:29:37,308 When you have finished here, survey in that direction. 355 00:29:43,156 --> 00:29:47,534 - I wish I had some answers. - Mr. Homn was no help? 356 00:29:47,661 --> 00:29:50,199 None. He last saw them in this clearing. 357 00:29:50,330 --> 00:29:52,786 When he returned, all three were gone. 358 00:29:52,916 --> 00:29:57,708 Lt Foley discovered this in the pond. The species is Zan Periculi. 359 00:29:57,838 --> 00:30:02,998 It is not indigenous to Betazed but to a Ferengi world. 360 00:30:08,265 --> 00:30:11,349 Now we have a reasonable hypothesis as to whom. 361 00:30:11,476 --> 00:30:13,967 The difficult question is where? 362 00:30:14,104 --> 00:30:17,389 The Ferengi ship is fast. She could be anywhere. 363 00:30:17,524 --> 00:30:22,400 Cmdr Riker will assume we are searching. He'll send us a message. 364 00:30:22,529 --> 00:30:25,565 Monitor Ferengi subspace frequencies. 365 00:30:25,699 --> 00:30:28,368 Mr. La Forge, can you extend our sensor range? 366 00:30:28,493 --> 00:30:32,443 If I narrow the band and tie the sensors to the subspace scanners. 367 00:30:32,581 --> 00:30:33,826 Make it so. 368 00:30:37,919 --> 00:30:42,083 - Do you wish to leave orbit? - Not until we have someplace to go. 369 00:30:50,140 --> 00:30:52,465 I've done everything. It's no use. 370 00:30:52,601 --> 00:30:56,812 Without Tog's security code, I can't get near their system. 371 00:30:56,938 --> 00:31:00,888 We are running out of time. Farek is about to begin the neural scan. 372 00:31:01,026 --> 00:31:04,192 Maybe I'm going about this in the wrong way. 373 00:31:04,321 --> 00:31:08,153 If I pick a minor subsystem, something non-essential... 374 00:31:10,076 --> 00:31:12,449 Like this. Warp-field phase adjustment. 375 00:31:12,621 --> 00:31:16,618 All this does is suppress the subspace interference. 376 00:31:16,791 --> 00:31:18,036 Meaning what? 377 00:31:18,168 --> 00:31:21,501 If I set up an oscillation, I can send a signal 378 00:31:21,630 --> 00:31:26,968 to create a message the Ferengi will think is just subspace static. 379 00:31:37,395 --> 00:31:39,020 What's wrong? 380 00:31:40,398 --> 00:31:41,394 Mother. 381 00:31:45,403 --> 00:31:48,607 Will, we have to help her. 382 00:32:01,628 --> 00:32:05,578 Thanks for your help but you'd better get aboard the Bradbury. 383 00:32:05,715 --> 00:32:07,673 Soon as I'm sure this works. 384 00:32:11,596 --> 00:32:14,301 Initiating scans now, Captain. 385 00:32:19,437 --> 00:32:21,477 Can you locate the Krayton? 386 00:32:21,606 --> 00:32:24,856 Ferengi transmissions are scrambled and encoded. 387 00:32:24,985 --> 00:32:28,899 Without a code, we can't identify any specific Ferengi vessel. 388 00:32:29,030 --> 00:32:31,817 Ferengi codes are near impossible to break. 389 00:32:31,950 --> 00:32:37,289 Gentlemen, I have confidence in your ability to perform the impossible. 390 00:32:43,378 --> 00:32:47,542 Captain, the Bradbury can no longer delay their departure. 391 00:32:47,674 --> 00:32:50,165 Mr. Crusher. Now. 392 00:32:50,302 --> 00:32:53,089 No lengthy farewells. Good luck. 393 00:32:54,014 --> 00:32:55,389 Thank you, sir. 394 00:33:03,148 --> 00:33:07,192 The repetitive nature of the subcarrier pattern implies... 395 00:33:09,237 --> 00:33:10,612 Deck six. 396 00:33:14,284 --> 00:33:15,612 Wesley? 397 00:33:21,041 --> 00:33:23,614 - Take care. - You too, Mom. 398 00:33:27,297 --> 00:33:29,420 Something the matter? 399 00:33:29,549 --> 00:33:34,258 We've been scanning Ferengi transmissions to locate the Krayton. 400 00:33:34,387 --> 00:33:38,385 One of the signals was, I don't know, familiar somehow. 401 00:33:38,516 --> 00:33:43,013 - Something in the message? - No. The message was scrambled. 402 00:33:45,106 --> 00:33:46,850 It was the static! 403 00:33:46,983 --> 00:33:49,023 Where are you going? 404 00:33:56,368 --> 00:33:57,910 Captain. 405 00:33:59,371 --> 00:34:03,914 The Bradbury has informed us they can no longer wait for Mr. Crusher. 406 00:34:04,042 --> 00:34:05,584 Wesley! 407 00:34:05,710 --> 00:34:09,542 There's a pattern to the interference in the Ferengi message. 408 00:34:09,673 --> 00:34:11,879 You will miss the Bradbury. 409 00:34:12,008 --> 00:34:14,048 The interference could be a message. 410 00:34:14,177 --> 00:34:17,261 If I could hear a replay of the scans. 411 00:34:18,431 --> 00:34:20,673 Signal the Bradbury. They may leave. 412 00:34:20,809 --> 00:34:22,932 Play back the transmissions. 413 00:34:27,315 --> 00:34:30,898 Wait, repeat that one. Put it on continuous replay. 414 00:34:32,654 --> 00:34:34,896 Hear that popping noise? 415 00:34:35,031 --> 00:34:38,198 Can you filter out everything but that sound? 416 00:34:39,369 --> 00:34:43,367 Cochrane distortion. A fluctuation in the subspace field. 417 00:34:43,498 --> 00:34:45,823 All warp engines generate that interference. 418 00:34:45,959 --> 00:34:47,702 But listen to the pattern. 419 00:34:50,338 --> 00:34:53,837 It's that Algolian ceremonial rhythm. 420 00:34:53,967 --> 00:34:57,550 Mr. Crusher is correct. There is a temporal correlation. 421 00:34:57,679 --> 00:35:01,723 Then it is a signal from Cmdr Riker. Ingenious. 422 00:35:01,850 --> 00:35:05,978 He selected a signal that the Ferengi would dismiss as static. 423 00:35:10,358 --> 00:35:14,190 - Signal source located. - Plot an intercept course. 424 00:35:14,320 --> 00:35:17,820 - Course plotted, sir. - Well done. Warp eight. 425 00:35:17,949 --> 00:35:20,274 - Aye, sir. - Engage. 426 00:35:25,540 --> 00:35:28,375 - Get away from her. - What are you doing? 427 00:35:31,296 --> 00:35:33,372 Stand off, Commander. 428 00:35:39,179 --> 00:35:41,966 DaiMon Tog, can't we strike a bargain? 429 00:35:42,932 --> 00:35:45,969 All I am concerned about is my daughter's safety. 430 00:35:46,102 --> 00:35:48,427 What happens to me isn't important. 431 00:35:48,563 --> 00:35:52,062 - What are you suggesting? - Let me be candid. 432 00:35:52,192 --> 00:35:55,608 Deanna is of no use to you. She's only half-Betazoid. 433 00:35:55,737 --> 00:35:59,865 If you keep Riker, Starfleet will never stop chasing you. 434 00:35:59,991 --> 00:36:04,404 Release them. Release them and I will stay with you willingly. 435 00:36:04,704 --> 00:36:08,916 I'll even use my telepathy to aid in your negotiations. 436 00:36:09,542 --> 00:36:13,077 A tempting offer. I would like to believe you. 437 00:36:13,213 --> 00:36:14,790 The offer is genuine. 438 00:36:16,257 --> 00:36:19,543 I give my word as a daughter of the Fifth House. 439 00:36:19,677 --> 00:36:22,050 - Lwaxana, don't. - I've made up my mind. 440 00:36:22,180 --> 00:36:26,758 - I can't let you. - William, I am a grown woman. 441 00:36:26,893 --> 00:36:29,051 Mother, we can't just leave you. 442 00:36:29,187 --> 00:36:32,307 Yes, you can and before he changes his mind. 443 00:36:33,566 --> 00:36:36,603 Please, little one, do this for me. 444 00:36:37,445 --> 00:36:39,070 Just this once. 445 00:36:47,038 --> 00:36:48,532 Do we have an agreement? 446 00:36:55,672 --> 00:36:57,581 I give you my word. 447 00:36:59,467 --> 00:37:02,670 I will release your daughter and the Commander. 448 00:37:02,804 --> 00:37:06,089 DaiMon! A Federation ship approaching at high warp. 449 00:37:06,224 --> 00:37:10,471 - The Enterprise has found us. - Slow to impulse. Raise shields. 450 00:37:12,230 --> 00:37:16,477 Inform the Enterprise that two of our guests are ready to return. 451 00:37:16,609 --> 00:37:19,812 The other will be staying with us at her request. 452 00:37:19,946 --> 00:37:22,069 I must protest, DaiMon. 453 00:37:22,198 --> 00:37:24,523 Lwaxana has given her word. 454 00:37:34,502 --> 00:37:37,123 Oo-mox is only the beginning. 455 00:37:59,527 --> 00:38:02,232 - Are you both alright? - None the worse for wear. 456 00:38:02,363 --> 00:38:04,403 My mother bought our freedom. 457 00:38:04,532 --> 00:38:06,988 She doesn't want to stay with Tog. 458 00:38:09,037 --> 00:38:10,910 Hail the Krayton. 459 00:38:11,039 --> 00:38:14,704 Frequencies open. DaiMon Tog responding. 460 00:38:14,834 --> 00:38:16,459 On screen. 461 00:38:16,586 --> 00:38:20,666 Capt Picard, so good of you to meet us. 462 00:38:21,382 --> 00:38:24,751 We were on our way to Betazed to return our guests. 463 00:38:25,303 --> 00:38:29,383 Of course you were. But you're still holding Lwaxana Troi. 464 00:38:31,935 --> 00:38:35,802 When will you realize that it's over between us, Jean-Luc? 465 00:38:38,900 --> 00:38:43,645 I think I know what she is doing. Fight to get her back. 466 00:38:50,453 --> 00:38:51,651 Open. 467 00:38:55,583 --> 00:38:58,252 It's not over between us, Lwaxana. 468 00:38:59,170 --> 00:39:02,124 You're mine and I will not let you go. 469 00:39:02,256 --> 00:39:05,127 I insist you return to my side immediately. 470 00:39:05,259 --> 00:39:07,003 You mean, you still care? 471 00:39:10,932 --> 00:39:13,802 "My love is a fever." 472 00:39:14,686 --> 00:39:19,015 "Longing still for that which longer nurseth the disease." 473 00:39:19,148 --> 00:39:20,559 Tell me more. 474 00:39:22,026 --> 00:39:27,233 "In faith, I do not love thee with mine eyes, for they in thee 475 00:39:27,365 --> 00:39:29,488 a thousand errors see, 476 00:39:29,617 --> 00:39:34,160 but 'tis my heart that loves what they despise 477 00:39:34,288 --> 00:39:37,907 who in despite of view are pleased to dote." 478 00:39:38,042 --> 00:39:41,245 "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?" 479 00:39:41,379 --> 00:39:43,455 "Thou art more lovely and more temperate." 480 00:39:43,589 --> 00:39:47,005 You didn't tell me that you and Picard were... 481 00:39:47,135 --> 00:39:50,800 You said you didn't want to hear about my other romances. 482 00:39:50,930 --> 00:39:52,757 I have a new love, Jean-Luc. 483 00:39:53,516 --> 00:39:57,514 You can't keep killing all my lovers. That has to stop. 484 00:39:57,645 --> 00:39:59,768 - Killing? - He's insanely jealous. 485 00:39:59,897 --> 00:40:02,768 Listen, Tog! I must possess Lwaxana. 486 00:40:02,900 --> 00:40:05,854 If that means destroying your ship, so be it! 487 00:40:05,987 --> 00:40:09,438 Captain, I had no idea Lwaxana... 488 00:40:09,574 --> 00:40:13,156 Don't let him threaten you. You can defeat him. 489 00:40:13,286 --> 00:40:17,118 The only way you'll get me back is over Tog's dead body. 490 00:40:17,248 --> 00:40:18,707 That can be arranged. 491 00:40:18,833 --> 00:40:22,581 Mr. Worf, arm phaser banks and photon torpedoes. 492 00:40:22,712 --> 00:40:25,796 If Lwaxana is not in my arms in ten seconds, 493 00:40:25,923 --> 00:40:28,497 throw everything you've got at the Krayton. 494 00:40:28,634 --> 00:40:30,627 But you will destroy Lwaxana. 495 00:40:30,762 --> 00:40:36,004 "When I have plucked the rose, I cannot give it vital growth again." 496 00:40:36,142 --> 00:40:38,218 "It needs must wither." 497 00:40:38,853 --> 00:40:40,810 Nine, eight... 498 00:40:41,731 --> 00:40:44,851 "Tis better to have loved and lost 499 00:40:44,984 --> 00:40:47,356 Than never to have loved at all." 500 00:40:47,487 --> 00:40:49,029 Seven, six... 501 00:40:49,155 --> 00:40:52,191 - No, wait. - Five, four... 502 00:40:52,325 --> 00:40:54,364 Beam her to their bridge now! 503 00:40:54,494 --> 00:40:56,118 Two, one... 504 00:41:05,963 --> 00:41:08,751 You wonderfully jealous fool, you. 505 00:41:09,717 --> 00:41:14,712 Captain, I trust there will be no further action taken against us? 506 00:41:15,056 --> 00:41:19,054 Such as my reporting this incident to your superiors? 507 00:41:19,185 --> 00:41:21,557 I will think about it. Screen off. 508 00:41:23,689 --> 00:41:26,809 Thank you, Jean-Luc. You were most convincing. 509 00:41:27,777 --> 00:41:29,900 You certainly convinced me. 510 00:41:30,029 --> 00:41:34,442 I am grateful that you risked your life to save my people. 511 00:41:34,575 --> 00:41:38,573 - I'll have you home in a few hours. - That won't be necessary. 512 00:41:38,704 --> 00:41:41,540 I'd just love to hear more of your poetry. 513 00:41:42,458 --> 00:41:43,952 Perhaps another time. 514 00:41:46,045 --> 00:41:47,504 Please. 515 00:41:49,841 --> 00:41:54,668 Mr. Crusher, set course for Betazed. Warp nine. 516 00:42:03,020 --> 00:42:04,016 Come. 517 00:42:07,483 --> 00:42:11,066 - You wanted to see me? - I've contacted the Admiral. 518 00:42:11,195 --> 00:42:13,437 He regrets your missing the exam, 519 00:42:13,573 --> 00:42:16,360 but hopes you will reapply next year. 520 00:42:16,492 --> 00:42:20,406 I understand, sir, and I do intend to reapply. 521 00:42:21,581 --> 00:42:23,787 The Academy's loss is our gain. 522 00:42:23,916 --> 00:42:27,700 The Enterprise will continue to benefit from your talents. 523 00:42:27,837 --> 00:42:28,916 Thank you, sir. 524 00:42:33,885 --> 00:42:35,628 Is that all? 525 00:42:37,096 --> 00:42:40,880 - No. - Is there something wrong, Captain? 526 00:42:41,434 --> 00:42:46,392 I'm just thinking that I'm saying goodbye to you 527 00:42:47,398 --> 00:42:49,106 as you are today. 528 00:42:49,692 --> 00:42:52,148 But I thought you said I can't go. 529 00:42:52,278 --> 00:42:55,563 The Academy must make you wait, that's true. 530 00:42:55,698 --> 00:43:00,905 But when I review your service to this ship, your crew mates, 531 00:43:01,037 --> 00:43:05,663 I cannot, in all conscience, make you wait for the Academy. 532 00:43:05,791 --> 00:43:07,451 You see, Wesley,... 533 00:43:08,669 --> 00:43:13,130 ..in my eyes, you're an acting ensign in title only. 534 00:43:15,051 --> 00:43:18,669 I hereby grant you field promotion to full ensign 535 00:43:18,804 --> 00:43:22,968 with all the responsibilities and privileges of that rank. 536 00:43:24,101 --> 00:43:25,430 Congratulations. 537 00:43:28,940 --> 00:43:30,268 Dismissed. 538 00:43:42,536 --> 00:43:47,282 Lwaxana Troi has beamed down to Betazed, Captain. 539 00:43:47,416 --> 00:43:51,461 Notify Starfleet we are en route to rendezvous with the Zapata. 540 00:43:51,587 --> 00:43:52,618 Aye. 541 00:44:11,440 --> 00:44:13,848 Ensign Crusher, take us out of orbit. 542 00:44:14,276 --> 00:44:17,942 Set a course for Xanthras III, warp factor six. 543 00:44:18,072 --> 00:44:21,108 Aye, sir. Course is set. 544 00:44:24,036 --> 00:44:25,614 Engage.