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Data's Journey
By : K_nz
Category: Star Trek > The Next Generation
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They had made their way to Earth and now Picard, Riker, Data, Geordi, Worf, Troi, and Crusher stood in a line in the courtroom’s dock. The six adjudicators filed in taking seats, facing the crew. Haftel was one of them.
He began, “The Federation has strict regulations on the development of Borg technologies. We understand Commander Data’s daughter was created by the union of biological and artificial life, in blatant disregard of these regulations. We’ve assembled this tribunal to determine which parties were involved in or assisted this act, what punishment will be delivered for said actions, and the best placement for the resultant child. Admiral Sanchez will start the questioning.”
She cleared her throat, “I’m disappointed you didn’t come to the Federation first, Commander Data. We could have discussed this regulation – perhaps figured something out. But now you’ve broken the law, and it’s an entirely different matter. Who helped you create your child Commander?”
“It is not my place to inform you of this. If they wish to let you know of their abilities, they will have to do so themselves,” Data replied.
“I helped,” piped in Crusher, “and I’m glad I did. It’s something I’m extremely proud of and would do again. I have no regrets. I’m happy I was able to help Commander Data create a family.”
Admiral Lightfoot looked up from her notes and asked Crusher, “Did you perform the procedure by yourself?”
“I did do the procedure myself,” Crusher affirmed, hoping to protect Soong.
“But yet you took the girl to Donaerua for specialized equipment, which I imagine was used in the original procedure,” Haftel surmised. “Who made that equipment?”
“I have the same answer as Commander Data,” Crusher replied. “If this person wishes you to know, they’ll have to let you know themselves.”
The six adjudicators had a hushed exchange, probably making plans to send a ship out to see if Soong was still on Donaerua, the group surmised.
Admiral Entebbe took the next question, his deep voice filling the room. “If you can’t give us that name, then surely, Commander Data, you can tell us who else in the crew knew of your plans?”
“I am accepting full responsibility for my actions. Any punishment you wish to mete out should be applied to me and me alone,” Data responded.
Admiral Igawa spoke, “That didn’t answer his question.” She shook her head, “It’s unfortunate you’re choosing to obstruct us Commander. Captain Picard, you took Commander Data to Donaerua three years ago. Were you aware at that time of his plan to create his daughter by combining biological and artificial life?”
“Yes I was. I believe it is unjust to deny…” Picard was interrupted by Haftel.
“You will answer the questions only. You’ll have a chance to make your case later in the hearing,” he instructed.
“Will you please, one at a time, state if you were aware of Commander Data’s plans to create a child using Borg technology,” Admiral Randers requested. The crew, each in turn, answered in the affirmative. He made a moue of concern, and the adjudicators again had a hushed conversation.
Admiral Sanchez asked, “Since you were all aware of Commander Data’s plans, why did none of you come forward with that information?”
Riker answered her. “I think I can speak for all of us when I say, he’s our friend. And he’s wanted a child for so long. Data wanted a child with his wife, and we didn’t see any reason he shouldn’t have that. He can’t help he’s an artificial life form in love with a biological one. We all feel the regulation is wrong. There should at least be a provision for his situation.”
Admiral Entebbe addressed Data, “Why didn’t you speak to the Federation about modifying the regulation before embarking on this reckless venture and dragging your crew mates along with you?”
“In analyzing the probability of you agreeing to my request, I calculated a ninety-eight percent chance you would not agree,” Data explained. “My wife and I did not want to risk the Federation attempting to prevent the creation of our child.”
A door opened, and Picard let out a surprised, “Guinan!” and the adjudicators all turned to look.
Guinan walked up to them and said, “The Ahmriana people requested I come here to represent their interests, seeing as Commander Data’s daughter is half Ahmriana. They’re unfamiliar with Federation legal precedent, but I have some experience and offered to help.”
“Of course,” Haftel acknowledged and indicated for her to take a seat at the side of the room.
Admiral Igawa questioned, “Will each of you let the court know what you did to assist Commander Data in the creation of his daughter? Outside of Captain Picard taking him to Donaerua and Dr Crusher performing the procedure.”
Picard spoke for his crew, “Commander Data let us know of his intentions before acting on them, and we all agreed to help in any way we could and to keep his confidence. Except for Dr Crusher and myself, my crew did nothing more than this.”
There was a silence, then Haftel asked the adjudicators, “Any further questions?” They shook their heads. “Alright, you may now make your statements,” he told the crew.
They made their arguments against acting out of fear, the need for the regulation to be changed for Data, the right Data should have to procreate with his mate. The adjudicators appeared unmoved. Again, they spoke with each other in hushed tones.
“We will adjourn to decide on the punishment for your actions, but before we do, we would like to discuss the placement of the child. Given her nature, we feel it would be better if she were placed in Federation care, so we can watch over her and ensure she develops properly – without incident,” Haftel announced. “We would like for you, Commander Data, and the Ahmriana people,” he said nodding to Guinan, “to hand her over willingly.”
“That is outrageous!” came Picard’s sudden outburst. “You can’t expect them to hand their child over to the state!”
“We can and we do Captain,” Haftel stated.
“I cannot allow that,” Data said. “You are welcome to monitor her progress, but my wife and I will be the ones raising her.”
“You’ll have a hard time raising her from prison, Commander,” Haftel noted.
“Her mother is Ahmriana. Surely the Federation isn’t willing to cause an incident with the Ahmriana people?” Picard exclaimed.
“I don’t think there will be any incident,” Haftel reasoned. “The Ahmriana are peaceful. They don’t have any war ships or offensive weapons. I’m certain they’ll understand the need for our watching over the child.”
“I’d like to speak if I may,” Guinan stated and Haftel nodded his acceptance. “The Ahmriana were concerned something like this might happen, and that’s why they sent me. They would like you to reverse your position. The crew will go unpunished and keep their posts, you will add a provision for Commander Data to your regulation, and the child Tala will remain with her parents.”
The adjudicators looked at each other and scoffed.
“Well, we’ll bear their wishes in mind, but I really don’t see that changing anything,” Haftel admitted. “We would appreciate if the Ahmriana just cooperated with this matter. Commander Data broke the law, his crew mates aided and abetted him, and his daughter needs supervision to ensure she develops properly. I can’t see any way around it.”
“I’m trying to give you a chance to make the right decision,” Guinan entreated.
“I believe we are making the right decision,” Haftel affirmed.
“You know the child poses no danger. And Data and Neara Na Soonga just wanted to make a family. This isn’t a crime. Put yourself in their position,” Guinan pushed.
“I would like to think if I were in their position I wouldn’t break the law. We are a society of rules, after all, and there are consequences for breaking those rules. Data and his enablers will be punished, and for her own safety, we will watch over the child. Please request the Ahmriana bring her to us,” Haftel said resolutely.
“You really don’t want to do that,” Guinan warned. “You have no idea the forces you’re dealing with.”
“What? Are they going to sing something I don’t like?” Haftel joked and the other adjudicators laughed.
“They’ll do this,” Guinan said, and the ground rumbled and shook under their feet, everyone grabbing furniture to steady themselves.
“They can take out important infrastructure,” and Guinan pointed out the window. A large antenna at the top of a building melted away.
“They can take down any fleet,” Guinan indicated a passing shuttle, and it suddenly dropped twenty meters, almost hitting the ground.
“They can make tsunamis wash away coastal cities. They can make volcanoes blow, turning the sky to ash. They can kill off crops. They can kill every living thing on this planet. They can even choose to kill specific individuals,” Guinan informed and Haftel started choking. He doubled over in his chair, pulling his collar away from his throat, trying to take in air with no success. Suddenly, he was able to breathe again, gulping in deep breaths.
“So you see, they don’t need to be here to make their displeasure known. They can be your best ally or your worst enemy. I think, for the sake of the Federation, it’s in your best interests to reverse your position, and instead, go with what the Ahmriana suggest. You know in your heart of hearts no harm was done here. There are only two beings who love each other who made a child together,” Guinan concluded.
Admiral Entebbe had his hand on Haftel, checking he was OK.
“It seems the Ahmriana have a very good point,” Lightfoot said. “Perhaps we are being too presumptive. Commander Data and his wife have not harmed anyone, and perhaps we are being too proactive with the child. I think we should just monitor her development.”
“Yes, she’s probably better off remaining with her family,” Igawa agreed. “The less trauma on her the better. So we should leave things as they are and let them get back to normal. For her sake.”
“The Ahmriana have made an excellent argument, and I believe we should follow their recommendations,” Sanchez backpedaled.
“We can easily add a provision to the regulation applying to Data and have it come into effect retroactively. That way this hearing will be null and void,” Randers suggested.
“I must concur with the other adjudicators,” Entebbe said. “We should follow the Ahmriana recommendations. Seeing what they are capable of, we need them as our allies more than ever. If or when the Borg find Earth, we will need their help. And who knows what Commander Data’s child, being both biological and artificial, will teach us?”
“Alright then,” Admiral Haftel conceded, “we’ll add a provision for Commander Data to the regulation and have it apply retroactively. This tribunal is null and void. You are free to go.”
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Data's Journey	By : K_nz Category: Star Trek > The Next Generation Views: 1351 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 1
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Data's Journey