The Disclaimers: Star Trek in all its forms and series belongs to Gene Roddenberry and the corporations. I am just borrowing them for this fan fiction and mean no disrespect nor am I making a profit on the work.

This is a sequel to IDIC New Frontiers. Part 3 in the IDIC universe.

By Lisa AKA FireStar

Archive: Selek Yes anyone else let me know where.

Star date: 07.17.2006

Ratings: I try to rate each section but sometimes forget. Warning it can go to from G to NC- 17. It is rated for adult situations, violence and language at times.

IDIC -Future King

Part 28(Mind Altering Experiences)

Mariana and her aides moved from reporter to reporter. This was not a
task they did lightly and it was something that would shatter the
Federation if the humans ever learned the truth. She took a deep
breath and her people began to implant the suggestion that it was she
and not Amanda who had saved the child. She had merely used Amanda's
line of sight. It was rather simple to do but it was against every moral code her people possessed. She hated to alter the minds of the humans but it was the only way to ensure questions did not get asked that they could not afford at this juncture.

The reporters had been calmed down by the Ceti guards. The films of
the incidents all confiscated and handed over to Sarek. Sarek handed
the film over to an aide to alter. The world would see Mariana saving
the children with her hand on Amanda's shoulder. It would be her
voice commanding young Daniel to climb and save the child.

Amanda was shaken by this experience so much so that she raised no
real objection to the proceedings. Catherine and David were of course
shocked that memories could be altered. Out of respect they were
offered a choice to keep their memories or to have them altered.
Husband and wife looked at each other a moment. It all came down to
trust and friendship.

"I am not certain I want my mind altered." David said "Catherine?"

"I am not either David but what happens if we someday get questioned?
You know I am a horrible at lying and I do not want to endanger our
friends. I trust them David and because of that I think we should let
them do this. It be safer for everyone."

David thought about it and sighed. He hated to admit Catherine was
right. They could not tell what they did not know. "Alright we will
agree. Thank you for giving us a choice Sarek."

Sarek nodded with relief because he had not wanted to force his
friends.

Within moments he performed a mind meld attending these two humans
and their son personally. He would not risk any injury to souls who
were so good and trusting.

The time to alter the memories was only about half an hour but to
Daniel it seemed like an eternity. He did not like this because he
was uncertain this technique would work with the people here. Even
the reporters had slightly heightened senses many having been living
on the planet for years. He had to trust that the plan would work
however. He went to T' Mara's side.

"Will this work?"

"Daniel it is not a very difficult thing. We are not attempting to
make them forget rather to change their perceptions of what occurred.
It is merely switching identities. The tactic should prove
successful." T' Mara said "We are doing no real harm to them."

"I know. Maybe I am just uneasy this is just to risky."

"Daniel we will do what we must and all will be well." T' Mara said
touching his arm to reassure him.

This change might have slipped past unnoticed except one camera was
missed and one mind resisted. Ambassador Hall small recording device
got a view of everything that had happened. Even as he forgot his
tape recorded the events of the day. He would have fragmented
memories that would eventually cause him to remember the tape and
seek a clear explanation.

Part 29 (Justifications) PG-13

T' Mara came to Sarek with the report. It was done. They had successfully altered the memories of all non-ceti humans. She looked over at her beloved mate who seemed truly shaken. It was clear that Daniel was uncomfortable with their actions. T' Mara could see that even the ambassador was disturbed. She however had no objections to taking this action. It was a clear logical approach to a dangerous situation. It may seem morally wrong to alter memories but given the risk to T' Amanda it was more then acceptable to her. She determined that the actual memory loss was only around five minutes of time. Five minutes was hardly significant given the lifespan of humans. No, it would be a minor thing. She watched as the humans began to wake up each suffering a slight headache from the procedure. That she did feel guilty for because like all Vulcan's she did not like to cause pain or harm.

Sarek watched T' Mara and took the report. Her saw only approval in her eyes. Oddly that disturbed him a little. He knew that his security chief had a darker side a ruthless side. One of the reasons he had been happy to see her bond with Daniel was because he would mitigate that nature somewhat. Sarek sighed and accepted he was "feeling guilt" It was the price one paid for breaking the rules. The alternative however would have been far more devastating. He could have ordered the people killed but that was an over reaction. No a simple mind wipe was better. The loss of a few minutes of memories was far les then killing. Justifications were fine and good but he still felt bad. He looked over and saw Amanda was pale and drawn. He put aside his self recriminations and went to her side.

"Aunda are you well?"

"Sarek I am afraid." She whispered.

"The problem is gone. Have no fear Amanda."

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Justification was so easy wasn't it Charbaal thought. I can justify seeking to marry her because it is right and honorable. But is it? Or is it that she is a woman I have long desired and having her would make my life perfect? He smiled and shook his head. What ever reasons he used he was honest enough to admit he wanted this female and her unborn child. He would build his house with them as the foundation. All they had would be his and he would guard them well. He owed his old friend this and if he was honest he deserved happiness too.

Charbaal left his office to head to meet his future bride. As he crossed the street he failed to see the reflecting light. Suddenly there was an explosion and he was hit. He gasped as gases engulfed him.

His last thought was he would have been honored to raise his friend's son as his own.

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The senator receive news of the attack on his brother the admiral and he ran from the senate chambers. He arrived as Charbaal was being taken to surgery.

"Senator the news is not good at all. He has been severely injured. The wounds we can tend but the gas…. The gas was devastating."

"What gas doctor what happened? I was told there was a bomb?"

"Senator …. It was a sterilization gas. He…. We may not be able to reverse the damage. His line will end with him. Sir do you wish us to give him the final honor. We could spare him the knowledge. His wounds are bad and it might be best."

Charvaran froze and was sickened. That gas was illegal and it was a devastating blow. His brother his heir …."Save him save him or forfeit your own worthless lives. He is my brother and he will be well!" Charvaran shouted. "His would wish the choice to be his own."

"Yes sir." the doctor said wondering why? It made no sense to him.

"He is a military genius one the Empire can not lose."

Ah ,the justification the doctor thought. How well the powerful make them.

"It will be done." He saluted and went to save the damaged admiral.

.Part 30 (Trouble Brews) PG

Garak laughed as he watched Rordan with his new puppy. The mongrel as a female and it was one of the most amusing creatures he had ever seen. It looked like what the Terrans would call a Dingo. It was a mixed breed animal that had been imported for Rordan to Vulcan from the Australian provinces. Garak had specifically requested an animal used to the dessert. While Earth's desserts

were paradises compared to those on Vulcan he felt it would give the animal a better chance to survive.

The pup was wrestling with his young son and it was amusing to watch them wrestle over a toy. He had to admit the small animal had courage. He was still looking for a cub but Rordan seemed content with his puppy who he named Dusty Rose.

TBC…….Adrianna watched her husband son and new puppy and smiled. Their earlier disagreement had been solved. She just had to remember she loved Garak and that meant she had to love all of him not just he parts that would fit her romantic dreams of a Prince. She and Garak had talked long into the night and found their peace. He understood her fears and he accepted she was and always would be loyal to her family ,people and likely even the Federation. She had come to see that despite their bonding he was and always would be a Romulan Soldier. He was a man of honor and she valued that. She have to trust he would do as he promised and keep her people safe. It had not been easy but they had agreed to work on it. To discuss her fears and worries when she had them. For him to explain why he did what he did. Adrianna hoped in time he come to defect but now knew that was unlikely. At least here on Vulcan he could not get into to much trouble.

Skon beamed down to the council chambers and entered. He went into the room. He went to Diana's side and took his seat. This action was not missed by Adar as he noted how the chamber was. Every Telepathic species was together. He winced and knew that the simple internal human matter was not going to happen. Earth was going to have to justify its reasons for sending Star Fleet to Ceti.

Sarek left Amanda sleeping and joined Marina, Dr. Mc Coy and Dr. Jones. The men all seemed concerned.

"We will arrive on Earth in three days. Do not be concerned we will secure your world Dr. Jones."

"I hope so. I think that we have little choice now. Ceti must break fee. Ambassador Hall is a danger to my people. I am glad you offered to escort him home."

Dr. Mc Coy grinned at that term. The fact was the Ambassador had been knocked out drugged and locked in his chambers on this Vulcan Warship. He could not cause a problem now if he wanted. Well other then what he might say to the press and the President.

"At least our wives are resting. I think Catherine was ready to drop. Amanda looked tired as well. Saving that child took a lot out of her."

"My wife has many gifts but the child was heavy. I am uncertain if she ever moved so large a person before." Sarek said

" I am impressed that she could. " Mariana said "That child was heavy and scared. Clearly Amanda has a special gift. I do not think I could have down so well so quickly. It is only natural that she be tired. I am certain rest will restore her quickly."

"That is what Amanda has said." Sarek said but he was clearly worried. "She who is my wife is a gifted person and I would keep her safe."

"Do not worry we have dealt with the Ambassador." Dr. Jones said "I am sorry I never intended Amanda to be at risk."

"We know this." Sarek said bowing slightly. Come we must prepare to return to Earth."

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President Adar had rarely had so frustrating a week. For the last few days he had been stalled on all talks on Ceti. He sipped his drink as he looked out over San Francisco bay. Added to his concerns was the sudden lack of news from Ceti itself. It was as if the planet had deliberately cutoff all communications with Earth. He knew that the Enterprise Task force would be arriving soon and was concerned that they might run into unexpected trouble. He was further concerned with Captain April's lack of enthusiasm for his job. He recalled the Captain's objections only to clearly.

"Mr. President we are not a military force. I am an explorer not a general and certainly not a diplomat."

"Captain all you are required to do is go to Ceti and remind them of their allegiance to Earth."

"With respect sir how can they owe us allegiance if they have become independent?"

"Just follow your orders Captain." Adar had ordered. He had cut off the communication and was concerned that this action may well blow up in his face.

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