1 00:00:03,695 --> 00:00:07,324 Captain's Log, Stardate 44246.3. 2 00:00:07,366 --> 00:00:09,698 We're investigating radiation anomalies 3 00:00:09,735 --> 00:00:11,999 reported in the Gamma Arigulon system 4 00:00:12,037 --> 00:00:13,504 by the Starship LaSalle. 5 00:00:13,538 --> 00:00:16,166 Preliminary readings are inconclusive. 6 00:00:16,208 --> 00:00:17,505 Mr. Data? 7 00:00:17,542 --> 00:00:19,373 No changes, Commander. 8 00:00:19,411 --> 00:00:22,847 I can detect no abnormalities in the star's radiant energy. 9 00:00:22,881 --> 00:00:25,179 Prepare two class-1 probes. 10 00:00:25,284 --> 00:00:27,809 Probes ready, Captain. 11 00:00:27,853 --> 00:00:29,218 Initiate launch sequence. 12 00:00:31,123 --> 00:00:34,923 Captain, Klingon attack cruiser decloaking 13 00:00:34,960 --> 00:00:36,188 bearing 010 mark 237. 14 00:00:36,295 --> 00:00:38,525 Belay that order, Mr. Data. 15 00:00:38,563 --> 00:00:40,030 Did Starfleet mention 16 00:00:40,065 --> 00:00:42,465 any Klingon ships in this sector? 17 00:00:42,501 --> 00:00:45,061 On screen. 18 00:00:45,103 --> 00:00:46,832 We are being hailed. 19 00:00:46,872 --> 00:00:48,863 All stop, Mr. Crusher. 20 00:00:48,907 --> 00:00:51,535 Aye, sir. All stop. 21 00:00:51,576 --> 00:00:53,840 Open a channel. 22 00:00:54,446 --> 00:00:57,074 Hello, Captain Picard. 23 00:00:57,115 --> 00:00:59,447 Ambassador K'Ehleyr. 24 00:00:59,484 --> 00:01:03,079 This is an unexpected pleasure. 25 00:01:03,121 --> 00:01:05,146 It's good to see you again, Captain. 26 00:01:05,190 --> 00:01:06,817 Lieutenant Worf. 27 00:01:06,858 --> 00:01:09,827 How may we be of assistance, Ambassador? 28 00:01:09,861 --> 00:01:12,625 There is an urgent matter we must discuss, Captain. 29 00:01:12,664 --> 00:01:14,097 Permission to come aboard? 30 00:01:14,132 --> 00:01:15,121 Granted. 31 00:01:16,101 --> 00:01:18,968 Lieutenant, please receive our guest. 32 00:01:20,972 --> 00:01:23,167 Captain. 33 00:01:23,208 --> 00:01:27,338 I must request permission to send another officer. 34 00:01:27,379 --> 00:01:29,347 May I know your reason? 35 00:01:29,381 --> 00:01:36,014 My dishonor among Klingons may offend Ambassador K'Ehleyr. 36 00:01:36,054 --> 00:01:39,182 Lieutenant, you are a member of this crew 37 00:01:39,257 --> 00:01:41,657 and you will not go into hiding 38 00:01:41,693 --> 00:01:44,184 whenever a Klingon vessel uncloaks. 39 00:01:44,229 --> 00:01:47,721 I withdraw my request, sir. 40 00:01:52,771 --> 00:01:54,966 I just received coordinates, sir. 41 00:01:55,006 --> 00:01:58,100 Ready to transport two from the Klingon vessel. 42 00:01:58,143 --> 00:01:59,440 Two? 43 00:01:59,478 --> 00:02:01,605 Yes, sir. 44 00:02:01,646 --> 00:02:03,238 Energize. 45 00:02:47,826 --> 00:02:52,195 Space, the final frontier. 46 00:02:52,264 --> 00:02:56,098 These are the voyages of the Starship Enterprise. 47 00:02:56,134 --> 00:02:58,102 Its continuing mission... 48 00:02:58,136 --> 00:03:02,072 to explore strange new worlds 49 00:03:02,107 --> 00:03:06,544 to seek out new life and new civilizations 50 00:03:06,578 --> 00:03:11,072 to boldly go where no one has gone before. 51 00:04:23,755 --> 00:04:25,723 I hope he'll be all right. 52 00:04:25,757 --> 00:04:28,282 Alexander hasn't had much contact 53 00:04:28,326 --> 00:04:29,953 with other children. 54 00:04:44,309 --> 00:04:48,075 Not even a bite on the cheek for old time's sake? 55 00:04:50,215 --> 00:04:53,548 Perhaps you are not aware of my dishonor. 56 00:04:53,585 --> 00:04:56,986 I have accepted... discommendation. 57 00:04:57,022 --> 00:04:57,989 I've heard. 58 00:04:58,023 --> 00:04:58,990 So now what? 59 00:04:59,024 --> 00:05:01,185 I have to perform some ridiculous ritual 60 00:05:01,226 --> 00:05:02,591 to talk to you? 61 00:05:04,563 --> 00:05:07,657 You may not respect our traditions... 62 00:05:07,699 --> 00:05:10,099 but I do. 63 00:05:10,135 --> 00:05:12,103 Sorry. 64 00:05:12,137 --> 00:05:14,571 I just thought you might want to talk. 65 00:05:14,606 --> 00:05:15,595 A few minutes ago 66 00:05:15,640 --> 00:05:18,507 you looked like someone with a question to ask. 67 00:05:21,179 --> 00:05:23,909 Must I ask the question? 68 00:05:26,618 --> 00:05:29,382 Yes. You must. 69 00:05:35,694 --> 00:05:37,389 What should I tell Alexander? 70 00:05:37,429 --> 00:05:38,760 That he has no father? 71 00:05:46,071 --> 00:05:49,268 The Klingon Empire is at a critical juncture. 72 00:05:49,307 --> 00:05:51,298 We may be facing civil war. 73 00:05:51,343 --> 00:05:52,640 War over what? 74 00:05:52,677 --> 00:05:54,338 The usual excuses... 75 00:05:54,379 --> 00:05:58,042 tradition, duty, honor. 76 00:05:58,083 --> 00:06:00,449 The word "excuses" implies 77 00:06:00,485 --> 00:06:02,282 ulterior motives for a conflict. 78 00:06:02,320 --> 00:06:03,753 I won't bore you 79 00:06:03,788 --> 00:06:06,450 with the intricacies of Klingon politics. 80 00:06:06,491 --> 00:06:09,722 Basically, two factions are trying to seize power. 81 00:06:09,761 --> 00:06:10,750 Do you believe there is 82 00:06:10,795 --> 00:06:12,695 a threat to the Federation in this struggle? 83 00:06:12,731 --> 00:06:15,222 Klingon wars seldom remain confined to the Empire. 84 00:06:15,266 --> 00:06:18,394 Sooner or later, they'll drag in the neighboring star systems 85 00:06:18,436 --> 00:06:19,994 then the Tholians, the Ferengi. 86 00:06:20,038 --> 00:06:22,905 The Federation won't be able to stay out of it for long. 87 00:06:22,941 --> 00:06:26,638 This has been coming for some time. 88 00:06:26,678 --> 00:06:28,373 Only K'mpec, the head of the Council 89 00:06:28,413 --> 00:06:30,108 has been able to maintain the peace. 90 00:06:30,148 --> 00:06:32,116 Now something has changed that. 91 00:06:32,150 --> 00:06:33,378 Correct. 92 00:06:33,418 --> 00:06:35,716 K'mpec is dying. 93 00:06:35,754 --> 00:06:38,655 He is aboard the cruiser. 94 00:06:38,690 --> 00:06:41,250 He has come specifically to meet with you, Captain. 95 00:06:41,292 --> 00:06:43,920 Alone. 96 00:06:58,007 --> 00:07:01,465 It's about time you arrived, Picard. 97 00:07:01,510 --> 00:07:04,479 Sit. 98 00:07:29,805 --> 00:07:31,500 I need your help. 99 00:07:31,540 --> 00:07:34,407 If the Enterprise medical facility can do 100 00:07:34,443 --> 00:07:35,603 anything to help... 101 00:07:35,644 --> 00:07:36,941 Too late. 102 00:07:36,979 --> 00:07:40,107 For some months, I have been poisoned 103 00:07:40,215 --> 00:07:45,551 with small doses of Veridium Six. 104 00:07:45,587 --> 00:07:47,248 The wine. 105 00:07:49,792 --> 00:07:52,124 There is no cure. 106 00:07:55,831 --> 00:07:57,992 What do you want of me? 107 00:07:58,033 --> 00:08:02,129 After I die, you will act in my name 108 00:08:02,171 --> 00:08:05,607 to arbitrate the struggle for power. 109 00:08:07,142 --> 00:08:09,337 I will? 110 00:08:09,378 --> 00:08:12,472 No one on the Council can be trusted 111 00:08:12,514 --> 00:08:19,249 and... I have my reasons for wanting an outsider. 112 00:08:19,288 --> 00:08:23,315 K'mpec, you cannot possibly be serious. 113 00:08:23,358 --> 00:08:26,088 A Federation officer has no business... 114 00:08:26,161 --> 00:08:28,095 Nonsense. 115 00:08:28,163 --> 00:08:32,259 You are an accomplished mediator. 116 00:08:32,301 --> 00:08:37,933 This is no different than any other dispute 117 00:08:37,973 --> 00:08:39,531 requiring your services. 118 00:08:39,575 --> 00:08:42,635 On the contrary, I think this is very different 119 00:08:42,678 --> 00:08:46,614 and I must respectfully decline. 120 00:08:46,648 --> 00:08:54,487 If you refuse the dying request of the Klingon Supreme Commander 121 00:08:54,523 --> 00:08:56,491 it will be an insult 122 00:08:56,525 --> 00:08:59,426 by the Federation to all Klingons. 123 00:08:59,461 --> 00:09:03,921 Besides, I've already sent the order. 124 00:09:03,966 --> 00:09:07,868 The leaders of the opposing two factions are on their way. 125 00:09:07,903 --> 00:09:10,997 You had no right to involve me without my permission. 126 00:09:11,039 --> 00:09:16,409 If I'd asked, you would have said no. 127 00:09:20,182 --> 00:09:26,417 This is not just a case of simple mediation. 128 00:09:26,455 --> 00:09:30,619 You are asking me to choose the next leader 129 00:09:30,659 --> 00:09:32,286 of the Klingon Empire. 130 00:09:32,327 --> 00:09:34,454 No. 131 00:09:34,496 --> 00:09:40,401 By tradition, the two strongest challengers 132 00:09:40,435 --> 00:09:44,269 fight for the right of succession. 133 00:09:44,306 --> 00:09:49,539 As mediator, only you can designate those challengers. 134 00:09:49,578 --> 00:09:53,674 But you have just said there are only two challengers arriving. 135 00:09:53,715 --> 00:09:55,512 What is the point? 136 00:09:55,551 --> 00:10:03,117 I want you to discover which one of them has killed me... 137 00:10:03,158 --> 00:10:07,390 Gowron or Duras. 138 00:10:07,429 --> 00:10:11,422 Yes, Duras. 139 00:10:11,466 --> 00:10:16,199 I thought you would find that interesting. 140 00:10:17,906 --> 00:10:20,466 Interesting. 141 00:10:25,447 --> 00:10:30,146 You could say that, since he tried to have me killed 142 00:10:30,252 --> 00:10:33,278 and conspired to strip Worf of his good name. 143 00:10:33,322 --> 00:10:39,386 And... I approved. 144 00:10:39,428 --> 00:10:45,833 All for the glory of the Empire. 145 00:10:45,867 --> 00:10:49,428 That should be my epitaph. 146 00:10:52,341 --> 00:10:56,437 Find the assassin. 147 00:10:56,478 --> 00:11:01,780 A Klingon who kills without showing his face has no honor. 148 00:11:01,817 --> 00:11:05,253 He must not lead the Empire. 149 00:11:05,287 --> 00:11:09,781 Such a man would be capable of anything 150 00:11:09,825 --> 00:11:15,229 even war with the Federation. 151 00:11:19,034 --> 00:11:22,231 Very well. 152 00:11:22,271 --> 00:11:24,432 I accept. 153 00:11:38,854 --> 00:11:40,481 Captain's Log, supplemental. 154 00:11:40,522 --> 00:11:42,581 K'mpec, who ruled the Klingon Empire 155 00:11:42,624 --> 00:11:44,922 longer than anyone in history, is dead. 156 00:11:44,960 --> 00:11:47,258 We await the arrival of Duras and Gowron 157 00:11:47,296 --> 00:11:50,026 rivals for the leadership of the High Council. 158 00:11:51,700 --> 00:11:53,691 Put it on there. 159 00:11:57,572 --> 00:11:59,267 What did you do that for? 160 00:11:59,308 --> 00:12:00,275 I know. 161 00:12:00,309 --> 00:12:02,072 Now, we have to start all over. 162 00:12:02,110 --> 00:12:04,010 Oh, man. 163 00:12:04,046 --> 00:12:06,947 There is no honor in attacking the weak. 164 00:12:06,982 --> 00:12:09,314 I would have won. 165 00:12:09,351 --> 00:12:12,218 No, you must earn victory. 166 00:12:17,559 --> 00:12:19,959 Where are the other Klingons? 167 00:12:19,995 --> 00:12:21,622 There are no others on board. 168 00:12:21,663 --> 00:12:22,789 Why? 169 00:12:22,831 --> 00:12:24,856 The Federation and the Klingon Empire 170 00:12:24,900 --> 00:12:25,992 were enemies for many years. 171 00:12:26,034 --> 00:12:29,526 No other Klingons have asked to serve in Starfleet. 172 00:12:29,571 --> 00:12:30,697 Why? 173 00:12:30,739 --> 00:12:33,606 A warrior does not ask so many questions. 174 00:12:33,642 --> 00:12:36,577 I don't want to be a warrior. 175 00:12:42,918 --> 00:12:44,886 Hello. 176 00:12:44,920 --> 00:12:47,445 Well, you're back early. 177 00:12:47,489 --> 00:12:49,889 He made me leave. 178 00:12:49,925 --> 00:12:53,725 Maybe you should go to your room and play. 179 00:12:57,699 --> 00:13:00,998 Is he under arrest? 180 00:13:01,036 --> 00:13:03,664 He knows nothing of our ways. 181 00:13:03,705 --> 00:13:05,002 Our ways? 182 00:13:05,040 --> 00:13:07,201 You mean Klingon ways, don't you? 183 00:13:07,242 --> 00:13:08,971 He is Klingon! 184 00:13:09,010 --> 00:13:11,638 He is also my son, and I am half human. 185 00:13:11,680 --> 00:13:13,511 He will find his own ways. 186 00:13:13,548 --> 00:13:15,106 Why the sudden concern? 187 00:13:15,217 --> 00:13:17,913 You won't even acknowledge that he's yours. 188 00:13:17,953 --> 00:13:20,513 Why did you not tell me? 189 00:13:20,555 --> 00:13:22,489 And what would you have done? 190 00:13:23,525 --> 00:13:25,322 That's right. 191 00:13:25,360 --> 00:13:28,329 You would have insisted that we take the oath 192 00:13:28,363 --> 00:13:30,490 just as tradition would demand. 193 00:13:30,532 --> 00:13:34,628 You should not have kept this from me. 194 00:13:34,669 --> 00:13:40,107 Well... now you know. 195 00:13:45,580 --> 00:13:50,279 I cannot acknowledge my relationship to the boy. 196 00:13:50,318 --> 00:13:51,785 It would only harm him. 197 00:13:51,820 --> 00:13:53,617 Because you were dishonored? 198 00:13:53,655 --> 00:13:56,920 As my son, he would also bear my disgrace. 199 00:13:56,958 --> 00:13:58,983 As would his children. 200 00:13:59,027 --> 00:14:01,723 But why did you accept discommendation 201 00:14:01,763 --> 00:14:03,287 from the High Council? 202 00:14:03,331 --> 00:14:04,855 My father was accused 203 00:14:04,900 --> 00:14:07,926 of collaborating with the Romulans at Khitomer. 204 00:14:07,969 --> 00:14:11,496 I know, and I also know that you challenged it. 205 00:14:11,540 --> 00:14:12,598 Yes, at first. 206 00:14:12,641 --> 00:14:14,836 Ultimately, I withdrew my challenge. 207 00:14:14,876 --> 00:14:15,934 But why, Worf? 208 00:14:15,977 --> 00:14:18,411 I can't believe you'd just give up. 209 00:14:18,447 --> 00:14:19,914 What really happened? 210 00:14:19,948 --> 00:14:22,678 Lieutenant Worf, Ambassador K'Ehleyr 211 00:14:22,717 --> 00:14:24,116 report to the Bridge. 212 00:14:24,219 --> 00:14:25,880 On our way, Commander. 213 00:14:38,867 --> 00:14:41,495 Klingon vessels Vorn and Buruk 214 00:14:41,536 --> 00:14:44,130 holding stations at 13 kilometers, sir. 215 00:14:44,239 --> 00:14:45,866 Open a channel, Mr. Data. 216 00:14:45,907 --> 00:14:47,238 Channel is open, sir. 217 00:14:47,275 --> 00:14:49,300 Vorn responding to hail. 218 00:14:49,344 --> 00:14:51,175 On screen. 219 00:14:52,180 --> 00:14:54,740 Let's get this over with, Picard. 220 00:14:56,852 --> 00:14:58,649 In good time, Duras. 221 00:14:58,687 --> 00:15:02,350 Even in death, K'mpec makes foolish decisions. 222 00:15:02,390 --> 00:15:04,824 You should not be involved in this, human. 223 00:15:04,860 --> 00:15:07,988 The Sonchi ceremony will take place in one hour 224 00:15:08,029 --> 00:15:09,656 aboard K'mpec's vessel. 225 00:15:09,698 --> 00:15:11,928 One hour! What is the delay? 226 00:15:11,967 --> 00:15:13,832 There is no delay. 227 00:15:13,869 --> 00:15:15,996 It is the time I have chosen. 228 00:15:16,037 --> 00:15:19,495 Exactly one hour, Picard. 229 00:15:19,541 --> 00:15:21,509 Do not be late. 230 00:15:21,543 --> 00:15:25,502 Keep that pahtk away from the ceremony, Picard! 231 00:15:25,547 --> 00:15:28,516 He has no place on a Klingon ship. 232 00:15:28,550 --> 00:15:30,279 Picard out. 233 00:15:31,887 --> 00:15:33,445 Contact Gowron's ship. 234 00:15:33,488 --> 00:15:35,854 Tell him to meet us aboard K'mpec's vessel. 235 00:15:35,891 --> 00:15:37,950 Ambassador, meet me 236 00:15:37,993 --> 00:15:40,291 in Transporter Room Six in one hour. 237 00:15:40,328 --> 00:15:42,421 We will begin the ceremony a little late. 238 00:15:42,464 --> 00:15:43,761 Mr. Worf. 239 00:15:51,708 --> 00:15:55,235 Mr. Worf, the next few days will be difficult for you. 240 00:15:55,278 --> 00:15:57,075 You have made it clear 241 00:15:57,114 --> 00:16:00,106 that I am to perform my regular duties, sir. 242 00:16:00,150 --> 00:16:01,777 I want you to know 243 00:16:01,818 --> 00:16:04,946 that I am aware of your discomfort. 244 00:16:04,988 --> 00:16:06,717 Thank you, sir. 245 00:16:06,757 --> 00:16:08,725 Ambassador K'Ehleyr 246 00:16:08,759 --> 00:16:12,456 will be preparing me for my role in the Rite of Succession. 247 00:16:12,496 --> 00:16:14,726 Permission to speak freely, sir. 248 00:16:14,765 --> 00:16:17,290 Granted. 249 00:16:17,334 --> 00:16:21,600 Duras must not be allowed to lead the Council. 250 00:16:21,638 --> 00:16:24,072 He has a legal claim, Mr. Worf. 251 00:16:24,141 --> 00:16:26,075 Your personal feelings towards him... 252 00:16:26,176 --> 00:16:29,043 It is not personal, sir. 253 00:16:29,079 --> 00:16:31,547 His father betrayed my people to the Romulans. 254 00:16:31,581 --> 00:16:33,208 Duras is a traitor. 255 00:16:35,318 --> 00:16:37,218 Klingon tradition may hold the son 256 00:16:37,254 --> 00:16:39,085 responsible for his father's sin. 257 00:16:39,189 --> 00:16:40,656 I cannot. 258 00:16:40,690 --> 00:16:43,488 Treason was his father's crime. 259 00:16:43,527 --> 00:16:45,017 Duras' crime 260 00:16:45,061 --> 00:16:47,996 was to lay that blame on your father. 261 00:16:48,031 --> 00:16:49,862 I will not forget that. 262 00:16:49,900 --> 00:16:51,891 But you should not forget 263 00:16:51,935 --> 00:16:56,269 that you chose to accept the consequences of that lie. 264 00:16:56,306 --> 00:16:59,673 To preserve the Empire. 265 00:17:01,812 --> 00:17:06,875 The issue now is whether or not he killed K'mpec. 266 00:17:06,917 --> 00:17:08,782 Sir? 267 00:17:08,819 --> 00:17:10,753 He was murdered. 268 00:17:10,787 --> 00:17:13,483 Poisoned. 269 00:17:22,165 --> 00:17:26,363 A Klingon would not use poison. 270 00:17:26,403 --> 00:17:30,669 His murder would have no honor. 271 00:17:30,707 --> 00:17:34,700 K'mpec believed that it was either Duras or Gowron. 272 00:17:37,113 --> 00:17:40,480 Well, I know little of Gowron, only that he is an outsider 273 00:17:40,517 --> 00:17:42,644 who has often challenged the Council. 274 00:17:42,686 --> 00:17:47,851 But Duras... I know him. 275 00:17:52,195 --> 00:17:54,959 His heart is not Klingon. 276 00:18:08,211 --> 00:18:10,679 That's Gowron. 277 00:18:13,350 --> 00:18:15,784 I hope this will be brief. 278 00:18:15,819 --> 00:18:18,549 It will be just long enough to prove 279 00:18:18,588 --> 00:18:20,249 that K'mpec is dead. 280 00:18:35,572 --> 00:18:38,405 Qab jlH nagil. 281 00:18:47,350 --> 00:18:49,841 Qab jlH nagil. 282 00:19:02,465 --> 00:19:05,696 Qab jlH... nagil. 283 00:19:17,147 --> 00:19:19,479 Sonchi. 284 00:19:24,154 --> 00:19:27,453 Now, complete the Rite of Succession. 285 00:19:27,490 --> 00:19:30,653 It's obvious who the two challengers are. 286 00:19:30,694 --> 00:19:33,060 We will proceed according to the traditions 287 00:19:33,096 --> 00:19:36,031 and the precedents set down in Klingon law. 288 00:19:36,066 --> 00:19:39,467 What do you know of Klingon law... 289 00:19:39,502 --> 00:19:41,470 human? 290 00:19:41,504 --> 00:19:44,439 We will reconvene on board the Enterprise... 291 00:19:44,474 --> 00:19:46,305 No! Finish it here! 292 00:19:46,343 --> 00:19:47,810 Now! 293 00:20:05,862 --> 00:20:09,354 I have not received your report on the explosion. 294 00:20:09,399 --> 00:20:13,699 Two Klingons killed, a few minor injuries. 295 00:20:13,737 --> 00:20:16,570 Were you concerned about me? 296 00:20:16,606 --> 00:20:21,703 As head of security, it is my duty to be concerned. 297 00:20:21,745 --> 00:20:25,613 Is that it... just official concern for my well-being? 298 00:20:25,649 --> 00:20:28,743 You know my feelings. 299 00:20:30,487 --> 00:20:33,422 Maybe I've forgotten. 300 00:20:35,158 --> 00:20:37,456 You were right. 301 00:20:37,494 --> 00:20:40,952 I would have insisted we take the oath 302 00:20:40,997 --> 00:20:44,694 but not just because of tradition. 303 00:20:44,734 --> 00:20:48,101 I thought about telling you. 304 00:20:48,138 --> 00:20:50,265 Wanted to tell you. 305 00:20:50,306 --> 00:20:52,536 But I wasn't ready. 306 00:20:52,575 --> 00:20:54,770 When I left, you said 307 00:20:54,811 --> 00:20:59,043 that you'd never be complete without me. 308 00:20:59,082 --> 00:21:01,880 It took some time, but... 309 00:21:01,918 --> 00:21:07,185 I came to realize that... I need you, too. 310 00:21:10,627 --> 00:21:13,187 You're a part of me, Worf. 311 00:21:26,309 --> 00:21:28,539 jlH dok. 312 00:21:31,147 --> 00:21:32,774 maj dok. 313 00:21:44,027 --> 00:21:45,324 No. 314 00:21:45,361 --> 00:21:47,659 I can't allow you to suffer my humiliation. 315 00:21:47,697 --> 00:21:49,130 There would be no suffering. 316 00:21:49,232 --> 00:21:51,723 I don't care what other Klingons think of you. 317 00:21:51,768 --> 00:21:53,531 But what of the boy? 318 00:21:53,570 --> 00:21:56,664 He may want to live in the Empire someday. 319 00:21:56,706 --> 00:21:58,469 He would be an outcast... 320 00:21:58,508 --> 00:22:01,636 another traitor from a family of traitors. 321 00:22:01,678 --> 00:22:03,305 Family of traitors. 322 00:22:03,346 --> 00:22:05,837 I don't believe that for a minute. 323 00:22:10,019 --> 00:22:13,682 Respect my wishes in this matter. 324 00:22:13,723 --> 00:22:16,715 I cannot take the oath with you. 325 00:22:19,629 --> 00:22:22,120 Nor can I claim your son. 326 00:22:27,137 --> 00:22:30,698 If you cannot be his father 327 00:22:30,740 --> 00:22:33,800 at least be his friend. 328 00:22:43,153 --> 00:22:45,485 We haven't completed our analysis of the bomb debris. 329 00:22:45,522 --> 00:22:47,319 Dr. Crusher is still studying the remains 330 00:22:47,357 --> 00:22:48,881 of the men killed in the explosion. 331 00:22:48,925 --> 00:22:50,119 We need more time. 332 00:22:50,160 --> 00:22:52,390 Duras and Gowron will be here in a few minutes. 333 00:22:52,428 --> 00:22:54,692 I don't think you can delay this meeting again. 334 00:22:54,731 --> 00:22:56,323 Is there any way of stretching out 335 00:22:56,366 --> 00:22:57,958 the formalities once they arrive? 336 00:22:58,001 --> 00:22:59,798 In the modern Rite of Succession 337 00:22:59,836 --> 00:23:01,269 only a brief proclamation 338 00:23:01,304 --> 00:23:04,273 that two challengers have been chosen is necessary. 339 00:23:04,307 --> 00:23:05,934 You said "modern Rite." 340 00:23:05,975 --> 00:23:08,603 How was the ritual performed in the past? 341 00:23:08,645 --> 00:23:10,272 The old forms dictated 342 00:23:10,313 --> 00:23:13,248 that the challengers perform the ja'chuq. 343 00:23:13,283 --> 00:23:14,580 It's a long, involved ceremony 344 00:23:14,617 --> 00:23:17,381 in which the challengers list the battles they've won 345 00:23:17,420 --> 00:23:18,682 the prizes they've taken... 346 00:23:18,721 --> 00:23:20,552 the idea being to prove their worthiness 347 00:23:20,590 --> 00:23:21,579 to lead the Council. 348 00:23:22,959 --> 00:23:24,586 Can the old form still be used? 349 00:23:24,627 --> 00:23:26,094 It's up to you. 350 00:23:26,129 --> 00:23:28,927 You can use whatever form you want. 351 00:23:28,965 --> 00:23:31,126 Thank you. 352 00:23:35,972 --> 00:23:40,033 Captain, what do you know about Worf's discommendation? 353 00:23:40,076 --> 00:23:41,907 My interest is personal. 354 00:23:41,945 --> 00:23:44,880 I understand that you were there 355 00:23:44,914 --> 00:23:46,973 that you stood by him before the Council. 356 00:23:47,016 --> 00:23:48,574 I'd like to know what happened. 357 00:23:48,618 --> 00:23:51,212 I'm sorry, I can't discuss it. 358 00:24:03,912 --> 00:24:06,710 The Council must have a leader now! 359 00:24:06,748 --> 00:24:10,479 Complete the Rite, so I can kill this Ha'DIBah. 360 00:24:10,518 --> 00:24:15,217 You will die slowly, Duras. 361 00:24:15,256 --> 00:24:18,714 You have already proved you haven't the courage to face me. 362 00:24:18,760 --> 00:24:21,354 Perhaps you should plant another bomb. 363 00:24:23,131 --> 00:24:23,927 mev yap! 364 00:24:25,667 --> 00:24:28,067 Sit down. 365 00:24:43,117 --> 00:24:45,608 We will begin the ja'chuq. 366 00:24:45,653 --> 00:24:47,018 What? 367 00:24:47,055 --> 00:24:50,218 This woman has been giving you bad advice, Picard. 368 00:24:50,258 --> 00:24:51,885 The ja'chuq is obsolete. 369 00:24:51,926 --> 00:24:54,622 It is my choice to respect the ancient rituals. 370 00:24:54,662 --> 00:24:57,790 Each of you will have to prove your worthiness 371 00:24:57,832 --> 00:24:59,595 to lead the High Council. 372 00:24:59,634 --> 00:25:01,192 That will take hours. 373 00:25:01,236 --> 00:25:04,967 Or days, depending on your cooperation. 374 00:25:17,285 --> 00:25:19,048 What is this? 375 00:25:19,153 --> 00:25:20,745 A bat'leth. 376 00:25:20,788 --> 00:25:22,688 It belonged to my father. 377 00:25:22,724 --> 00:25:26,353 It has been in our family for ten generations. 378 00:25:26,394 --> 00:25:28,385 Let me hold it. 379 00:25:39,974 --> 00:25:40,941 No. 380 00:25:40,975 --> 00:25:42,340 No, no, no. 381 00:25:42,377 --> 00:25:46,245 Do not think of it as a weapon. 382 00:25:46,281 --> 00:25:49,876 Make it part of your hand 383 00:25:49,917 --> 00:25:52,317 part of your arm. 384 00:25:53,888 --> 00:25:55,947 Make it part of you. 385 00:26:03,731 --> 00:26:07,462 The next meeting is in three hours. 386 00:26:07,502 --> 00:26:10,198 I would speak with you alone, Ambassador. 387 00:26:10,238 --> 00:26:12,468 I'm honored. 388 00:26:12,507 --> 00:26:14,873 Picard is prolonging the ja'chuq. 389 00:26:14,909 --> 00:26:16,137 Why? 390 00:26:16,177 --> 00:26:19,271 He has sufficient reason to proceed carefully. 391 00:26:19,314 --> 00:26:20,838 He relies on you 392 00:26:20,882 --> 00:26:23,407 for his knowledge of Klingon law? 393 00:26:23,451 --> 00:26:24,884 Yes. 394 00:26:24,919 --> 00:26:27,911 Then he values your advice. 395 00:26:27,955 --> 00:26:30,947 You could quicken the pace. 396 00:26:30,992 --> 00:26:32,186 Possibly. 397 00:26:32,226 --> 00:26:33,989 Why should I? 398 00:26:34,028 --> 00:26:36,496 Your position is... unique. 399 00:26:36,531 --> 00:26:38,499 Have you never wondered 400 00:26:38,533 --> 00:26:41,331 about serving the Klingon Empire? 401 00:26:41,369 --> 00:26:43,997 I serve in my own way. 402 00:26:44,038 --> 00:26:46,973 As a Federation ambassador. 403 00:26:47,008 --> 00:26:48,976 A few rewards... 404 00:26:49,010 --> 00:26:50,910 but little glory. 405 00:26:50,945 --> 00:26:53,277 What do you want? 406 00:26:55,717 --> 00:26:57,378 What do you want? 407 00:26:57,418 --> 00:26:59,215 Command of a ship? 408 00:26:59,253 --> 00:27:02,347 A seat on the Council? 409 00:27:02,390 --> 00:27:05,587 There are many opportunities for you in the Empire. 410 00:27:05,626 --> 00:27:09,221 Opportunities that will present themselves 411 00:27:09,263 --> 00:27:11,561 only if you come to power. 412 00:27:11,599 --> 00:27:13,760 You talk like a Ferengi. 413 00:27:15,570 --> 00:27:17,435 K'mpec was also stubborn. 414 00:27:17,472 --> 00:27:19,440 He, too, refused to listen. 415 00:27:19,474 --> 00:27:21,203 Now... 416 00:27:21,242 --> 00:27:23,176 he is gone. 417 00:27:25,513 --> 00:27:29,244 You need not make the same mistake. 418 00:27:29,283 --> 00:27:32,844 K'mpec was old and weak. 419 00:27:32,887 --> 00:27:35,151 I am not. 420 00:27:46,434 --> 00:27:48,595 We've completed our analysis of the bomb debris, Commander. 421 00:27:48,636 --> 00:27:50,433 The explosive was a triceron derivative. 422 00:27:50,471 --> 00:27:53,804 And the entire device couldn't have been 423 00:27:53,841 --> 00:27:55,502 more than three cubic millimeters in size. 424 00:27:55,543 --> 00:27:57,511 It could have been hidden anywhere in that room. 425 00:27:57,545 --> 00:27:59,513 There's one more thing. 426 00:27:59,547 --> 00:28:02,516 The bomb had a molecular-decay detonator. 427 00:28:02,550 --> 00:28:04,950 Only one race uses that device, sir. 428 00:28:07,054 --> 00:28:08,715 The Romulans. 429 00:28:12,894 --> 00:28:15,021 How could the Romulans plant a bomb 430 00:28:15,096 --> 00:28:17,223 on board a Klingon attack cruiser? 431 00:28:17,265 --> 00:28:19,392 It would be impossible. 432 00:28:19,434 --> 00:28:23,268 Not if the Romulans had help from one of the Klingons. 433 00:28:23,304 --> 00:28:25,238 Klingons and Romulans working together? 434 00:28:25,273 --> 00:28:27,298 They've been blood enemies for 75 years. 435 00:28:27,341 --> 00:28:28,535 Perhaps Duras 436 00:28:28,576 --> 00:28:30,908 or Gowron wishes to improve that relationship. 437 00:28:30,945 --> 00:28:33,812 A new Klingon alliance with the Romulans? 438 00:28:33,848 --> 00:28:35,509 If true, it would represent 439 00:28:35,550 --> 00:28:38,417 a fundamental shift of power in the quadrant. 440 00:28:38,453 --> 00:28:40,250 Indeed. It would put the Federation 441 00:28:40,288 --> 00:28:41,812 in a very difficult position. 442 00:28:41,856 --> 00:28:45,451 Duras or Gowron? 443 00:28:45,493 --> 00:28:46,960 Gowron came to me alone. 444 00:28:46,994 --> 00:28:48,985 Wanted me to speed up the ja'chuq. 445 00:28:49,030 --> 00:28:52,022 Offered me a seat on the Council if I'd help him. 446 00:28:52,066 --> 00:28:54,398 That doesn't suggest a Romulan connection. 447 00:28:54,435 --> 00:28:57,404 He also implied I'd end up like K'mpec 448 00:28:57,438 --> 00:28:58,996 if I didn't cooperate. 449 00:28:59,040 --> 00:29:00,667 Captain, I disagree. 450 00:29:00,708 --> 00:29:02,335 It must be Duras. 451 00:29:02,376 --> 00:29:04,344 Why? 452 00:29:04,378 --> 00:29:07,211 We have had prior dealings with Duras 453 00:29:07,248 --> 00:29:09,910 that show him to be untrustworthy. 454 00:29:09,951 --> 00:29:12,476 Can you be more specific? 455 00:29:12,520 --> 00:29:14,147 No. 456 00:29:14,188 --> 00:29:16,019 Mr. Worf 457 00:29:16,057 --> 00:29:17,854 we have a conspiracy on our hands 458 00:29:17,892 --> 00:29:20,383 that could be a direct threat to the security 459 00:29:20,428 --> 00:29:21,656 of the Federation. 460 00:29:21,696 --> 00:29:22,993 Yes, sir. 461 00:29:23,030 --> 00:29:24,122 As Chief Security Officer 462 00:29:24,165 --> 00:29:26,429 I want you to accompany me to the next proceeding. 463 00:29:28,102 --> 00:29:30,900 Captain, they will be incensed. 464 00:29:30,938 --> 00:29:33,736 My presence will be disruptive. 465 00:29:33,774 --> 00:29:38,677 Yes. It will. 466 00:29:42,016 --> 00:29:46,043 Computer, list stardates of the last Enterprise mission 467 00:29:46,120 --> 00:29:48,054 to the Klingon home planet. 468 00:29:48,122 --> 00:29:52,058 Stardates 43685 through 43689. 469 00:29:52,093 --> 00:29:53,993 How many ship's logs during that period? 470 00:29:54,028 --> 00:29:59,056 43 officer's logs, ten personal logs. 471 00:29:59,100 --> 00:30:02,194 Is there a personal log for Lieutenant Worf? 472 00:30:02,236 --> 00:30:03,533 Affirmative. 473 00:30:03,571 --> 00:30:04,902 Access is restricted. 474 00:30:06,107 --> 00:30:08,007 Eliminate all personal logs. 475 00:30:08,042 --> 00:30:11,068 List the remaining 43 in chronological order. 476 00:30:11,145 --> 00:30:13,511 We'll just take them one at a time. 477 00:30:19,220 --> 00:30:22,781 jlH DoQ... 478 00:30:25,126 --> 00:30:27,117 batlh! 479 00:30:33,401 --> 00:30:34,868 Both your claims 480 00:30:34,902 --> 00:30:37,530 have been properly made and recorded. 481 00:30:37,572 --> 00:30:41,099 We are ready for the final phase of the ja'chuq. 482 00:30:41,208 --> 00:30:45,474 There will be a recess while I review your petitions. 483 00:30:49,917 --> 00:30:51,942 I'm sure you're as concerned as I am 484 00:30:51,986 --> 00:30:54,454 about the explosion aboard K'mpec's vessel. 485 00:30:54,488 --> 00:30:57,855 I assume that you are both continuing your investigations. 486 00:30:57,892 --> 00:31:00,224 The investigations are complete. 487 00:31:00,261 --> 00:31:03,162 They revealed nothing of any importance. 488 00:31:03,197 --> 00:31:07,065 Now, that's very surprising. 489 00:31:07,101 --> 00:31:10,366 Our analysis turned up some... 490 00:31:10,404 --> 00:31:12,429 startling results. 491 00:31:16,544 --> 00:31:19,012 Will you join us, Lieutenant? 492 00:31:20,448 --> 00:31:21,415 What is this! 493 00:31:21,449 --> 00:31:23,349 He has no place here, Picard! 494 00:31:23,384 --> 00:31:25,249 I will not sit at the same table with that. 495 00:31:25,286 --> 00:31:27,880 It is my prerogative to investigate anything 496 00:31:27,922 --> 00:31:30,755 that may be relevant to the Rite of Succession. 497 00:31:30,791 --> 00:31:33,282 Lieutenant Worf is my Chief Security Officer. 498 00:31:33,327 --> 00:31:34,521 His presence is required. 499 00:31:34,562 --> 00:31:36,189 We will not proceed. 500 00:31:36,230 --> 00:31:39,722 If you wish to withdraw from the ja'chuq... 501 00:31:41,535 --> 00:31:43,628 that is your option. 502 00:31:46,340 --> 00:31:48,103 Proceed, Mr. Worf. 503 00:31:48,175 --> 00:31:53,772 What did your investigations reveal about the explosion? 504 00:31:56,083 --> 00:31:58,108 It was a bomb. 505 00:31:58,152 --> 00:32:01,610 And was your analysis just as... 506 00:32:01,656 --> 00:32:03,419 insightful? 507 00:32:03,457 --> 00:32:06,517 It was a common explosive. 508 00:32:06,560 --> 00:32:07,822 What type? 509 00:32:07,862 --> 00:32:09,295 Triceron. 510 00:32:09,330 --> 00:32:10,490 What about the detonator? 511 00:32:10,531 --> 00:32:11,725 This is pointless! 512 00:32:11,766 --> 00:32:13,529 The findings were inconclusive. 513 00:32:16,203 --> 00:32:20,833 Fortunately, our investigation was more thorough. 514 00:32:20,875 --> 00:32:24,038 The bomb used a molecular-decay detonator. 515 00:32:24,078 --> 00:32:25,170 What? 516 00:32:25,212 --> 00:32:27,612 A Romulan device. 517 00:32:29,784 --> 00:32:34,084 I will return to my ship to confirm these... conclusions 518 00:32:34,188 --> 00:32:36,053 myself. 519 00:32:36,090 --> 00:32:38,558 As will I. 520 00:32:38,592 --> 00:32:40,082 Mr. Worf 521 00:32:40,161 --> 00:32:43,688 please be sure to send a complete record of our findings 522 00:32:43,731 --> 00:32:46,393 to both vessels and to the High Council. 523 00:32:46,434 --> 00:32:48,800 Aye, sir. 524 00:32:48,836 --> 00:32:51,399 That will be all. 525 00:32:51,532 --> 00:32:52,658 Computer, interlock 526 00:32:52,700 --> 00:32:55,635 with the Klingon lmperial information net. 527 00:32:55,670 --> 00:32:56,967 Interlock established. 528 00:32:57,004 --> 00:32:58,904 Federation Ambassador K'Ehleyr 529 00:32:58,940 --> 00:33:02,171 requesting diplomatic access to High Council record. 530 00:33:02,210 --> 00:33:03,871 Security code pah doQ cha. 531 00:33:03,911 --> 00:33:05,606 Proceed. 532 00:33:05,646 --> 00:33:09,207 Computer, display summary of the most recent High Council inquiry 533 00:33:09,250 --> 00:33:11,047 regarding Khitomer massacre. 534 00:33:11,118 --> 00:33:12,585 Access denied. 535 00:33:12,620 --> 00:33:16,249 Restricted materials, du-ko-cha clearance only. 536 00:33:16,290 --> 00:33:17,985 By whose order? 537 00:33:18,025 --> 00:33:20,653 Council Member Duras. 538 00:33:20,695 --> 00:33:22,663 Access biographical files. 539 00:33:22,697 --> 00:33:25,894 Subject name: Councilor Duras. 540 00:33:31,706 --> 00:33:35,005 Advise my counselors on the Vorn to convene. 541 00:33:35,042 --> 00:33:37,374 There is much to discuss. 542 00:33:37,411 --> 00:33:38,708 Look. 543 00:33:38,746 --> 00:33:40,008 What is this? 544 00:33:40,047 --> 00:33:42,447 Priority message to you from the home planet. 545 00:33:42,483 --> 00:33:44,542 It seems Ambassador K'Ehleyr 546 00:33:44,585 --> 00:33:48,021 is looking into things she should not be. 547 00:33:49,924 --> 00:33:51,949 Distract the guard for me. 548 00:33:51,993 --> 00:33:53,654 Yes, sir. 549 00:33:56,030 --> 00:33:57,657 Sir... Excuse me, sir. 550 00:33:57,698 --> 00:34:00,189 You cannot leave your quarters without an escort. 551 00:34:02,236 --> 00:34:03,965 Come. 552 00:34:04,005 --> 00:34:06,599 I have been informed of your attempt 553 00:34:06,641 --> 00:34:09,371 to access restricted Council records. 554 00:34:09,410 --> 00:34:12,038 I have been investigating what happened at Khitomer. 555 00:34:12,113 --> 00:34:13,637 Not at all an easy task 556 00:34:13,681 --> 00:34:16,946 considering that most of the records are sealed. 557 00:34:16,984 --> 00:34:18,815 Worf's father was a traitor. 558 00:34:18,853 --> 00:34:22,516 No, the evidence was altered to make it appear that way. 559 00:34:22,557 --> 00:34:24,491 I found it interesting to read 560 00:34:24,525 --> 00:34:28,256 that your father was also at Khitomer, and you are the one 561 00:34:28,296 --> 00:34:30,321 who sealed the records. 562 00:34:30,364 --> 00:34:32,889 You dare insult my father's name? 563 00:34:32,934 --> 00:34:35,266 Don't play the wounded Klingon for me, Duras. 564 00:34:35,303 --> 00:34:36,702 You don't do it very well. 565 00:34:38,205 --> 00:34:40,765 What happened in that Council chamber? 566 00:34:40,808 --> 00:34:44,005 How did you get Worf to take the blame for you? 567 00:34:44,045 --> 00:34:46,775 Do not pursue this matter further. 568 00:34:46,814 --> 00:34:49,282 The son betrays his people to the Romulans 569 00:34:49,317 --> 00:34:51,877 just as his father did... 570 00:34:51,919 --> 00:34:53,580 Duras. 571 00:34:59,694 --> 00:35:02,390 One of the Klingons who died in the explosion 572 00:35:02,430 --> 00:35:04,990 was with Duras, the other was with Gowron. 573 00:35:05,032 --> 00:35:06,795 I've been examining the bodies 574 00:35:06,834 --> 00:35:10,031 trying to get a clue as to where the bomb was hidden. 575 00:35:10,104 --> 00:35:11,594 There's always a pattern 576 00:35:11,639 --> 00:35:13,869 in the lacerations and tissue damage. 577 00:35:13,908 --> 00:35:16,775 It would normally give a clear indication as to the direction 578 00:35:16,811 --> 00:35:18,039 distance, force of impact. 579 00:35:18,112 --> 00:35:20,046 "Normally"? 580 00:35:20,147 --> 00:35:21,546 In this case, the pattern 581 00:35:21,582 --> 00:35:23,516 was virtually impossible to detect. 582 00:35:23,551 --> 00:35:27,009 I couldn't understand it until I looked at the dynoscans. 583 00:35:27,054 --> 00:35:30,046 This wound is different from all of the others. 584 00:35:30,124 --> 00:35:33,560 It was made from the inside out. 585 00:35:33,594 --> 00:35:36,825 The bomb was implanted in one of their forearms. 586 00:35:36,864 --> 00:35:40,925 It's considered a honorable way for a Klingon to die. 587 00:35:40,968 --> 00:35:43,869 A suicide that takes an enemy with it. 588 00:35:43,904 --> 00:35:46,065 Which one of them was it? 589 00:35:46,107 --> 00:35:48,337 Duras' man. 590 00:35:50,111 --> 00:35:51,476 When we have more time 591 00:35:51,512 --> 00:35:55,448 I will take you to the holodeck and demonstrate in more detail. 592 00:35:58,252 --> 00:35:59,879 Medical emergency! 593 00:35:59,920 --> 00:36:02,252 Deck eight, room 142. 594 00:36:11,232 --> 00:36:12,722 Gowron? 595 00:36:13,734 --> 00:36:15,895 No. 596 00:36:17,905 --> 00:36:19,395 Duras. 597 00:36:20,408 --> 00:36:22,273 Alexander... 598 00:36:41,529 --> 00:36:43,394 K'Ehleyr. 599 00:36:43,431 --> 00:36:44,796 K'Ehleyr! 600 00:37:22,737 --> 00:37:25,228 You have never seen death. 601 00:37:28,075 --> 00:37:30,407 Then look. 602 00:37:33,114 --> 00:37:35,275 And always remember. 603 00:37:44,558 --> 00:37:46,992 Stay with the Doctor. 604 00:37:47,027 --> 00:37:49,018 Worf, when did you...? 605 00:38:17,958 --> 00:38:20,358 Multiple stab wounds to the chest and abdomen. 606 00:38:20,394 --> 00:38:22,385 Too much trauma to the internal organs. 607 00:38:22,429 --> 00:38:25,023 There wasn't time enough to take her into stasis. 608 00:38:25,065 --> 00:38:26,896 Where's Worf? 609 00:38:26,934 --> 00:38:27,901 I don't know. 610 00:38:27,935 --> 00:38:29,368 He disappeared just after I arrived. 611 00:38:29,403 --> 00:38:33,032 Riker to Lieutenant Worf. 612 00:38:33,107 --> 00:38:36,235 Computer, locate Lieutenant Worf. 613 00:38:36,277 --> 00:38:39,246 Lieutenant Worf is not aboard the Enterprise. 614 00:38:39,280 --> 00:38:40,907 Where is he? 615 00:38:40,948 --> 00:38:43,178 Lieutenant Worf transported 616 00:38:43,217 --> 00:38:46,516 to the Klingon ship Vorn at 1730 hours. 617 00:38:46,554 --> 00:38:48,215 On my way. 618 00:38:57,031 --> 00:38:59,226 Duras. 619 00:39:04,505 --> 00:39:06,735 What is that doing here? 620 00:39:06,774 --> 00:39:10,437 He has claimed the right of vengeance. 621 00:39:10,477 --> 00:39:13,241 You have no rights here, traitor! 622 00:39:23,457 --> 00:39:28,554 K'Ehleyr... was my mate. 623 00:39:41,308 --> 00:39:43,572 If Lieutenant Worf resists, sir? 624 00:39:43,611 --> 00:39:45,943 He's coming back with us, one way or another. 625 00:39:45,980 --> 00:39:47,470 Set phasers on maximum stun. 626 00:40:04,265 --> 00:40:05,630 I'm the only one, Worf. 627 00:40:05,666 --> 00:40:08,066 The only one who can prove your innocence. 628 00:40:08,168 --> 00:40:10,762 Kill me and you're a traitor forever. 629 00:40:10,804 --> 00:40:12,795 Then that is how it shall be. 630 00:40:21,015 --> 00:40:22,482 Worf! 631 00:40:49,218 --> 00:40:53,177 Mr. Worf, your service aboard the Enterprise 632 00:40:53,222 --> 00:40:55,213 has been exemplary... 633 00:40:57,726 --> 00:40:59,057 until now. 634 00:40:59,128 --> 00:41:02,529 Sir, I have acted within the boundaries 635 00:41:02,565 --> 00:41:04,829 of Klingon law and tradition. 636 00:41:04,867 --> 00:41:07,859 The High Council would seem to agree. 637 00:41:07,903 --> 00:41:10,201 They consider the matter closed. 638 00:41:10,239 --> 00:41:11,638 I don't. 639 00:41:11,674 --> 00:41:14,905 Mr. Worf, the Enterprise crew 640 00:41:14,944 --> 00:41:19,813 currently includes representatives from 13 planets. 641 00:41:19,848 --> 00:41:22,214 They each have their individual beliefs and values 642 00:41:22,251 --> 00:41:24,913 and I respect them all 643 00:41:24,954 --> 00:41:30,859 but they have all chosen to serve Starfleet. 644 00:41:30,893 --> 00:41:34,886 If anyone cannot perform his or her duty 645 00:41:34,930 --> 00:41:37,865 because of the demands of their society 646 00:41:37,900 --> 00:41:39,390 they should resign. 647 00:41:48,244 --> 00:41:50,212 Do you wish to resign? 648 00:41:54,216 --> 00:41:55,877 No, sir. 649 00:41:58,887 --> 00:42:02,345 I had hoped you would not throw away 650 00:42:02,391 --> 00:42:04,222 a promising career. 651 00:42:07,863 --> 00:42:11,196 I understand your loss. 652 00:42:11,233 --> 00:42:13,724 We all admired K'Ehleyr. 653 00:42:17,239 --> 00:42:20,538 A reprimand will appear on your record. 654 00:42:20,576 --> 00:42:22,066 Dismissed. 655 00:42:23,345 --> 00:42:24,676 Mr. Worf? 656 00:42:27,850 --> 00:42:29,943 Isn't it time for the truth 657 00:42:29,985 --> 00:42:33,182 about your father's innocence to be told? 658 00:42:33,222 --> 00:42:36,191 After all, you only accepted this dishonor 659 00:42:36,225 --> 00:42:40,559 to protect the name of Duras and hold the Empire together. 660 00:42:40,596 --> 00:42:42,826 Now that he has died in disgrace 661 00:42:42,865 --> 00:42:45,299 what is gained by further silence? 662 00:42:45,334 --> 00:42:48,167 Each member of the Klingon High Council 663 00:42:48,203 --> 00:42:50,330 has shared in that lie. 664 00:42:50,372 --> 00:42:54,604 They will not be so willing to admit their own dishonor. 665 00:42:54,643 --> 00:42:57,510 But... the day will come 666 00:42:57,546 --> 00:43:00,572 when my brother and I will... 667 00:43:00,616 --> 00:43:04,052 convince them to speak the truth. 668 00:43:23,238 --> 00:43:24,705 My parents... 669 00:43:24,740 --> 00:43:30,269 my human parents will meet us at Starbase 73. 670 00:43:30,312 --> 00:43:32,712 They will care for you. 671 00:43:32,748 --> 00:43:35,774 Why can't I stay with you? 672 00:43:37,886 --> 00:43:40,787 You deserve a home. 673 00:43:40,823 --> 00:43:43,257 A family. 674 00:43:43,292 --> 00:43:45,453 They can provide that. 675 00:43:45,494 --> 00:43:47,485 I cannot. 676 00:43:58,273 --> 00:44:00,935 I miss her, too. 677 00:44:00,976 --> 00:44:04,912 Are you my father? 678 00:44:09,218 --> 00:44:11,049 Yes. 679 00:44:13,222 --> 00:44:16,123 I am your father.