By: Fire Star
Monday, March 09, 2015
Disclaimer: Please see Part One
Disruption of Routine
Part 54 Paybacks a bitch.
Sarek and Amanda traveled to the opening of the Federation Council in Switzerland. The transporters were as always efficient and they stepped off them into the Vulcan Embassy. They were greeted by several of the staff who seemed pensive.
"What is troubles you Sergio?" Soval asked the Italian human aide who was holding a pad for him.
"We have news Shealia the Council has been informed of the raid and the human government is enraged. They are proposing that the Federation allow them to seek out and punish the people who are killing their citizens. Of course they have not seen the reasons just yet. Ambassador Felix has sent a memo suggesting that we release the photos of the true victims however they still have living family and it could be dangerous if they see them. Some are not overly enamored with our alliance with the humans and would use this to end it. Not that I would blame them I am ashamed to be human sir. Those Terra Prime bastards make humanity look like monsters I …I would gladly kill them all. However I do sadly know I had ancestors who were just as much animals I wonder if humanity will ever learn and get past being such animals."
Sarek looked at the young man and he was young perhaps only ten years older than his son Spock but he had become a valuable aid to his younger brothers. It helped that there were now some human staff at the various embassy. He considered his words with care not wanting to encourage the young man to hate himself and his race. "All races have people who think they are above civilized behavior. Humanity has great potential to do good or to do evil." Seeing their aide so clearly upset did much to cool Sarek's own rage and he found himself forced to think and act with logic his ingrained desire to protect and nurture those under his care came to the fore. "I do not blame all of humanity though I admit in the moment I was angry."
Sergio blinked a little shocked at this revelation. However he held his peace.
"Rage can make one act in an unexpected and dangerous way and it is why we must control our emotions. Our agents will extract the intelligence we need to end this threat and while losing some of our people is deeply disturbing and causes us grief we can rejoice in the salvation of saving four innocent children. While it may seem a small victory we will take it. We will help humanity understand this action against us was the reason why those agents of Terra Prime were killed but we won't allow the images to cause our people rage and irrationality."
Sergio nodded and said. "Ambassador Czarina suggested that this is how you would react. However I do expect you to face questions as the banner of your wife's house was left behind."
This startled Sarek as this had not happened before. He looked at Amanda who only blinked. Well she had said to leave no doubt who had ordered it.
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The mixed group of Cadets headed for the local Jazz club it had long been a favorite haunt of those that loved music be they human or Alien and Spock was very familiar with it as he had been there often with his Aunt and parents. As they approached the club they noted the long lines to get in. Spock resigned himself to having to wait. As they approached they were spotted by the bouncers. Each had a com link and they called it into their boss as they recognized Spock and knew his family was close to the owners. The New Orleans styled restaurant and club had long been owned by allies of the Grayson's and they had also taken a deep liking to T'Pol as she had come here often.
The head bouncer named Steven waved the group forward much to the annoyance of the waiting crowd. However most were not foolish enough o challenge the six foot five bouncer. Spock raised a brow at the special treatment however the evening was growing cooler and the warmth of the club would be most welcome. So he and his companions entered without a word. He pulled out his credits to pay the cover charge but was told it had already been done. Once more Spock was rather shocked or he was until he spotted his Uncle and Aunt waiting inside. Well at least that explained the fees being paid.
"Your Uncle and Aunt prepaid for you Shaile and hope you have a wonderful evening. They did not want you to have to wait outside as it is too exposed and the boss agreed. You know she has a soft spot for your family."
Spock nodded and decided he would have to send Vivian LaDuke a thank you card. However the point was well made and stopped any and all argument from him about receiving special treatment. Instead he took it as a security measure one he would accept if only to keep his allies safe.
Daniel and T'Mara watched as Spock and his companions came into the club. Both seemed to relax at seeing him safe and secure though neither went to his side. They were here to guard him but not overwhelm him or his group. As much as they would prefer him safely at the compound they both knew he needed time to socialize and gain allies and perhaps if he was fortunate friendships. While keeping the heir safe was vital so was his ability to move and work with others. Amanda had been very specific in her orders keep Spock safe but let the boy spread his wings some. It was a security officers nightmare but they would obey and if they hoped he come over to say hello well that was not them crowding him was it?
Across town at an Andorian run bar several people watched. They were waiting until the place filled up and hoping against hope that a certain Vulcan would show up. When two hours later that had not happened they decided to proceed with the plan anyway. While the Andorians were a problem and disliked by many they were not on the same level as the Vulcans however a point had to be made and they would do. Five minutes later there were a series of explosions as the bar exploded and was engulfed in flame and the watching figures slipped away with happy smiles on their faces. They had avenged at least some of their comrades. It was time the world be reminded that Payback was a bitch.
TBC…..
