-1IDIC - New Frontiers


By : FireStar

Beta Terry


Any mistakes after are Lisa's alone.

Disclaimers: Gene Roddenberry and the Corporations own Star Trek and all TOS characters. Any others are inventions of the Author.

Summary: This is a sequel to IDIC New Beginnings. Amanda and Sarek are now married by Earth standards and have begun their journey to Vulcan. An unexpected outbreak on an Andorian colony requires the Surak to lend humanitarian aid. The Surak is attacked but escapes. In an effort to avoid war the colony's Governor Felix gives a reception honoring the Vulcan's assistance. Amanda uses this to help foster better relations. Sarek, unwilling to disappoint his new bride and seeing an opportunity, allows her to invite them home to Vulcan.

A/N : Italics Thoughts or Telepathy

IDIC- New Frontiers

Part 27(Undercover)

The Romulan agent on Earth headed for the meeting. He looked around and was surprised to see no one seemed to take notice of him. Of course, the weather in New York was cool and he had a cap over his ears. He had been surgically altered to look more human as well. He was still struck by how unobservant humans were. They simply went about their business. He had left the space port and traveled by Taxi to the park and he took his seat. He watched as people rushed to do their daily chores with little care for a stranger. He opened his case, removed a PADD, and began to read. He looked at the "watch" he had been given and realized he was 60 earth minutes early. He sipped his drink something called a cappuccino and found it to be most stimulating. He observed the people in the park and noted that they seemed jovial and unconcerned. He recalled his brief walk to this location and noted that food venders were on every corner The smell of roasted meat was clear. He wondered what a Hot dog was. Did humans truly eat their canine companions? He shuttered at the thought. He knew his Orion contact would arrive shortly and he hoped to gain a place where he could learn more about this Earth/Vulcan Alliance. He had been surprised at the amount of media coverage the wedding had gotten. That fact alone had allowed him to send a preliminary report back to Romulus along with the news that Vulcan had come to an Andorran colonies rescue when the Earth's Starfleet ship had failed. He could read between the lines as well as any agent. Earth and her military Star Fleet were angry because they felt like fools. Unlike their Vulcan relatives, Romulus's understood pride. He hoped this latest incident might weaken the alliance. As he sat there observing the inhabitants a round object landed on his lap. He started and jumped up. His hand grabbing the object and looking to see where the attack came from. Instinctively he reached for his honor blade.

"Hey mister can I have my Baseball?"

Looking up he noticed a little boy. The human child was perhaps about six or seven standard years old.

""I am sorry I hit you sir. May I have my ball back?"

He relaxed in and instant. There had been no discovery, it was a child's toy. He eased his hand from his blade and took the ball up. He examined the sphere quickly. Then he smiled at the child. Just then, a woman came running up.

"Rordan what have I told you."

"I am sorry mommy. I lost my baseball. This man found it."

Adrianna looked at the man. He had the bluest eyes she had ever seen. She swallowed hard. "I apologize for my son disturbing your lunch break."

Looking from the boy to the woman, he was struck by her radiance. He found himself smiling. Her eyes reminded him of the Great Northern Sea and her bearing was almost regal.

"It was not a problem. Boys must play to build their strength. "He tossed the ball back.

"Well yes, If that the case then Rordan will be a superman one day."

Clearly, she was proud of the boy. Looking at the youth, he could see why. He had a strong jaw line and seemed quite agile. "I am Adrianna Shaw and this hellion is my son Rordan. Look we managed to spill your drink. Please allow me to buy you an other?" Adriana gave her standard name. There was no need to give her clan name.

"There is no need for concern." Adrianna smile seemed to fade.

He found he did not want to see that happen. "If you insist. My name is Garak Whitecloud."

She brightened and they walked to a coffee shop. He briefly wondered about his contact. He had time. Oddly, he did not wish to leave this human and her son. He wondered if perhaps they would prove useful in his work?

"So you are first nations." Her smiled brightened. "I knew it with those high cheekbones. " Her smile grew "Are you new to the city?"

"Yes, I just arrived from San Francisco." He said as he took the replacement drink. "First Nations?"

"Yes, native our ancestors settled this land before the white man. Perhaps you do not know this. Many have lost touch with their backgrounds. "

"I have never considered this." He said sipping his drink. He was fascinated by this information.

"Oh, well most people no longer care. They just want to fit in."

"You do not wish to fit in ?"

"Not if I lose who we are. Your bloodline is important it is who you are your very heart and soul."

This time his smile was genuine She thought like a Romulan and he was intrigued.

"Indeed. The family line is important. I have always felt this to be true. Unfortunately, I was an orphan."

"Oh I am so sorry." She said touching his arm. He felt a wave of sadness for him. He looked away. Why did he feel such a connection to a human?

"You could not have known". He noticed the time. "I am afraid I must go as I am to meet a business associate for lunch. Perhaps you and Rordan will be in the park tomorrow? I would like to learn more."

Adrianna blushed and he was enchanted. "I think we can arrange that. Well goodbye."

"Mommy can he play catch with me?"

Looking down at the boy he smiled and said, "I will be certain to dress more appropriately so we can play "Catch".

Rordan beamed. He watched them leave and suddenly felt very alone. He shook off the feeling he was a Talshair agent and they at best were just a part of his cover. No one would look twice if he was with a woman and child.

Adrianna left feeling happy. She could not believe she had met a man who was of their people. She liked him and could hardly wait until she told her sister Heather. She ruffled her son's hair as they walked to their train. She had not planned to return to the city tomorrow yet, she knew they would. She truly was attracted to Garak. She had never thought that could happen that she could actually look at a man and want to know him more. Since Rordan's birth, she had avoided men. She did not regret her son but his birth had been traumatic. Without Amanda and Heather's support, she would not have wanted to live. Now she had met a man who seemed to be everything she wanted. She had laughed when Amanda had told her about love at first sight ,now she was willing to admit it could exist. Of course, he might not even come back. She doubted that any man would ever look at her the way Sarek looked at Amanda. Then again, Sarek was a Vulcan and Garak was human. There was no chance of her finding a prince from the stars as well. She grinned thinking she was falling for fairytales now. She was no princess like Amanda and Heather. Besides what were the odds of two such perfect males coming from the stars?

Part 28(Uncharted Trails) PG

They had been on Vulcan a week and Amanda was settling in quite well. She had managed to unpack and work out a schedule with the Vulcan Science Academy. She would begin teaching with the next new term. She sat in the garden and worked on her lesson plans. She smiled as she watched Daniel wrestle with Cerberus. She was content and even happy. She knew that in the morning she and Sarek would be leaving for their honeymoon. She could hardly wait to have him all to herself. She grinned as she thought of how shocked her poor husband was going to be. She had purchased a number of unique items to make their time alone special. She hoped he liked them. While she had not minded the Ponn Farr she looked forward to showing her Vulcan mate that there was more to loving then just raw passion. Not that there was anything wrong with that but subtly was pleasant way to go as well. She grinned and blushed as her thoughts became decidedly carnal.

Daniel stopped playing with the dog and came over to her side.

"Amanda can I ask you a question?"

She looked up at her student/brother and smiled. "Ask away Daniel."

"How did you know you were in love?"

She fell silent for a moment. She sensed this was an important thing to him. She had noticed his preoccupation with T' Mara and while she had no problems with the idea she worried that Daniel might be too young. Then again Daniel was treating her like a big sister so she owed him honest answers and advice.

"Why do you ask?" She said

He turned a deep red and looked away. "I just need to know."

She sighed and having promised to always be honest she said." When I first meet Sarek, it was as if Lightning struck me. I just knew. Then as we became friends and grew to understand each other, it became deeper still. I knew I was his from the first moment we meet. It was like I had found my soul."

Daniel looked at her and said, "Was it hard to choose Sarek over a human male?" Daniel seemed most concerned over this answer.

At this, Amanda smiled. "Daniel there never was a choice for me. It just was. I cannot really explain it. I had to go to him to be there. It hurt to be away from him. I knew even if he never felt the same I needed him. I would have settled for friendship."

"You wanted more though?" He asked

"Indeed. I wanted all we could have. I know I will have to share him. He is too important to Vulcan and the Federation to be mine alone. I know he will not always be there when I want and need him. The thing is it will be enough because he will be there when he can. It is the price one pays for loving a legend."

"I know everyone thinks I am just a boy. Yet it hurts …. I want."

Amanda smiled "Then perhaps you should seek what you need. Court her properly. Learn and grow to be the man she needs as well. If this is the path, you choose ,you must be willing to work hard at it. This will not be simple for you."

"I know. I just wish I knew what to do?" Daniel said, "I am afraid I will lose her before …"

"Be her friend. Let her know the man you are and the one you will be. It is the best way Daniel. A friend makes a wonderful husband or wife. Support her and learn about her. Care Daniel. That is a very attractive trait one I think we have the advantage of. Remember humans have emotions and we embrace them. We can show we care, not that it should be overdone. We can not completely suppress our natures."

"You are right. I can care. I can show her she matters. I do not want her to think I lack discipline."

Amanda grinned "Then find a balance that works for you.. Remember there is a public and private life."

Daniel grinned. " So I learn to control in public and relax some in private?"

"That would be my suggestion but you will need to find what works for you both." Amanda said" To be honest I am still learning this part. We are treading on an uncharted trails."

"I know that it seems fast. I have had other girlfriends. The thing is I feel protective of T' Mara. I now she is more qualified at defending herself and even us. The idea of her being in danger makes me crazy. I want to keep her safe. Arrogant I know."

"Daniel you care about her of course you want her safe. It is a natural feeling. Males are always protective they have been since we were put on Earth. It is a survival instinct. Just because she is Vulcan and better qualified does not mean you would feel differently. Maybe you need to learn self defense skills. You would feel better. Do not expect that she will give up her career. She has worked hard to obtain her place and she is highly skilled at it."

"I know." He kicked a rock" I was so scared on the ship."

"So was I. But it all worked out. We will have to adjust to it. We will always be targets Daniel. You will need to come to terms with that fact. Also know T' Mara will always do her duty." Amanda counseled.

"I know she will and it is the thing I admire the most. Her sense of honor is so strong. I just want to be there for her when she not working."

"Well perhaps you need to explain this to her. I know she has agreed to help train you and today she helped you with mid meal."

Daniel smiled "She did and I am glad. I only have two spiked fingers."

Amanda laughed and set her PADD aside to give him a hug. "It will work out just give it time. They have as much to learn about humans as we do about Vulcans."

Daniel seemed happier now and nodded. Changing the subject he said "I picked out some classes. Sarek suggested I take some computer classes."

Amanda shook her head who would have thought she fall for a computer geek. "He did which ones?"

"He said since computers were used in most fields I should understand how to write software and repair them. I already have had some classes as you know. I think the repair classes sounded interesting. I also want to take some agro classes. There is so much to learn. Mother said I need history and language classes. I guess she thinks my Vulcan needs work."

Amanda nodded. " We both could use work on that I think. I also think you need to learn Andorian."

Daniel rolled his eyes. " I am never going to have a social life with all these classes."

"No, I think that is the point to keep you out of mischief." Amanda said laughing.

"Oh thank you so much "he said "With my self defense and exercise classes that is 7 classes."

"Well you did say you were bored." Amanda said laughing. "Besides Daniel the sooner you finish the sooner you will be seen as an adult."

"I know me and my big mouth." Daniel said looking once more like the seventeen year old he was.

Part 29 (Conflicted Loyalties) Garak left the woman and her son reluctantly. He felt rather foolish for caring. Oddly her pleasant manner and the boy's ready acceptance of him warmed his heart. He swallowed hard and for a brief moment wondered if he would ever have anyone look at him with such love as Adrianna had her son. He wondered how her mate could allow such an attractive woman to go around unprotected. He felt a primal fire and wondered if he could get way with taking her back home? He spotted his contact and strode over. He pushed his thoughts away and ignored the growing desire he felt.

"You have news ?"

"Yes as agreed." The man handed him a copy of the new proposals that would soon go before the federation council. Garak handed him a small pouch with the agreed amount. " I may med your services again."

The man looked around nervously. Then handed him a small card with a number on it. "Leave a message here. I will come. "

Garak nodded and sent him away. He placed the data chip in his bag and headed for a Federal Express building. He had to mail a set of books to his Uncle on Mars.
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"Mommy is Garak going to come play with me?"

"Rordan I hope he will return. Do not be disappointed if he does not."

"Mommy I liked him he was nice. He did not get mad when I spilled his drink."

"You were lucky. "She said as she took his hand and they entered the ancient subway. "Now hold my hand we must get home."

"Ok Mommy. Can we tell Aunty Heather?"

"Not yet , latter after we know Garak better."

"Ok." Rordan said

Adrianna paid their fare and found them a seat. They had to take the subway out of town where they would pick up their flitter. It was easier to park outside of New York and take the subway in as parking was never easy to find. She leaned back and wondered about Garak. He seemed so familiar and yet so different. Perhaps it was because he was not used to families. Adrianna could not imagine not having a large and loving family around. She took her clan for granted. She even at times resented the constant concerns. It had been one of the reasons she had taken Rordan to the city today. The need to get away and think about her life and her choices. She had been offered a job at the Consulate by Sarek. It seemed he had learned she like Amanda had a gift for languages. He wanted her to be his aide in New York. She wanted to take the job but Heather had wanted her to remain and teach on the Reserve. She loved her family and her people but she wanted a chance to spread her wings some. At 21 she was feeling stifled. Surely this job was a perfect opportunity to expand her skills? She looked at her son who was now laying his head against her shoulder. Rordan was only 5 and already big for his age. He needed to expand his world as well. He needed a chance to be just a little boy and not the nephew of the Clan matriarch. She also knew her own attitudes were highly old fashioned and that Rordan needed to be more open. Perhaps meeting Garak was the catalyst she needed. Change was good, and meeting new people expanded your world view. She closed her eyes and planned the picnic lunch she would bring tomorrow. As her mind drifted she saw a future with Garak and Rordan playing as she came to them pregnant with her daughter . She awoke with a start. Her mind clearly had an idea of where she wanted this to go. She was shaken by the vision as she never had considered a child other then Rordan. She shivered afraid of what this could mean.

The train came to a halt 15 minutes latter and she and Rordan disembarked. They found their flitter and she drove home as her son drifted to sleep. Adrianna decided if Garak came to the park she would invite him to visit the Reserve. He clearly was a man looking for a connection to his past. Perhaps they could help him find his place. She smiled as she considered how interesting it would be to take him back to his roots. She smiled recalling the ceremony that unlocked the mind and body and gave one all their racial memories. Of course Garak would have to want this and ask her to perform it. There were the rules after all. Free will and the choice to know all.

Garak left the shop and picked up some news reports and headed for his lodgings. He entered the expensive hotel and took the lift to his room. He closed the door and turned on the fire. He was chilled and the fire helped him warm up. He wondered how the Vulcan's stood this climate? He had been born on Romulus and found this to be chilly. Surly a Vulcan would freeze to death? He ordered a coffee and a hot meal from room service. He stripped off his outer clothing and sat down on the suites large bed. Laying back he reviewed the information he had obtained. While at first glance, this marriage of the Vulcan Ambassador and Amanda Grayson seemed problematic, he was beginning to see Earth did not consider it the way a Romulan would. Family and clan ties seemed to be less important. He took a deep breath and relaxed. This was good news for he had feared this alliance would mean war. He wondered what Vulcan thought? He was a loyal Romulan and would fight if ordered but he hoped they could avoid war. He had lost both his parents in the last Vulcan / Romulan conflict and he had no desire to see other children orphaned. He had accepted this dangerous mission to gain status. If he was honest it was not the power he craved as much as the stability it would offer. If he succeeded and rose in rank perhaps he would be able to find a mate. He knew as a lowly soldier even a member of the Talshair he had little chance of a good match. He wanted a family even more then power. He sighed and was glad he was so far away from home. If his superiors ever found this out he would be dead. He might owe the Talshair for raising him but he wanted to be free of them one day. Marrying well and securing a strong position was his key to freedom. He was determined to regain his house and his families place in the Empire. A wife and child were worth more than all the rewards his people could shower on him. He hated being alone. He closed his eyes and fell into a light sleep.

Garak's mind drifted to a small human boy and his mother. He dreamed of the boy running at his side and laughing. He picked the child up and tossed him in the air. The child laughed and said higher. He tossed the child again and then caught him. He heard his name being called and he turned to see Adrianna waddling to them. He gathered her close as he felt the baby kick. He jerked awake as there was a pounding on the door. Garak heart was beating fast as he suddenly realized where he was. He stumbled to the door.

"Your order sir?" The waiter said

"Of course. Bring it in." He said stepping back. He grabbed his wallet and handed the waiter several bills.

"Thank you sir have a pleasant meal."

"I will I am sure." He said He escorted the man out and turned to his meal. Clearly he was in need of food as his mind was playing tricks on him. He took out a piece of bread and began to eat. He was determined not to go to the park. He was not going to seek out this human and her son. He was an honorable Romulan he would not chase an others mate. It was wrong even it they were only human and even if the male was foolish enough to leave his family unguarded. He was not a barbarian to steal them away. He growled as he wondered why he cared? Then again it was a Romulan Custom to steal a bride. Garak ruthlessly put that thought out of his mind.

Part 30( Nightmare) NC-17

He heard the prison gate close behind him and he smiled. He was free at last after almost six long hard years. Years where he had to pretend to be reformed. He shuttered and pulled his jacket up. It was cold but it felt good he was free. Free and now he would make that bitch pay. Pay for having him locked up. He would enjoy her fear and then he would take the boy from her. His son what did she call him Rordan.? What a stupid name. He would change it. His son was not going to be raised by a bunch of old woman. He was going to be a real man. Women were meant to serve the male. He firmly believed the Orion had the right idea. Keep the woman in chains. Harold Kilman was going to make Adrianna pay for having him locked up for rape. Hell she had gone out with him. How was he to have known she was only 15. She looked like a woman acted like one. So what if he had slipped her a knockout drug? He began to walk to the train station. His contact had said she brought the boy to Central park almost everyday. He would take her and make her and the boy pay for his lost freedom. At first he had wanted to kill her but now he knew taking the child would be worse. She hate how he would raise the kid. He smiled and planned his revenge. He arrived and purchased a weapon and staked out the park. It seemed that they had left for the day. He left and headed to a small shop to get a drink and some funds. He took a bottle of Denoblians wine to the counter and shot the clerk as he got his change. He pulled out several hundred credits. He left and disappeared into the cities underbelly until he could find Adrianna and her son.
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Adrianna awoke to find Rordan up and dressed.

"Hurry mommy ."

She laughed and got up. " Son it is only 8 am."

"Hurry mommy Garak said he would meet us at 11am. Plus I want to watch the swans. You also promised we could go riding."

She sighed and dressed.
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Garak rose and dressed . He reasoned he needed a run to stay fit. The park was the best place for that activity. He did not think he would see the humans. After all he really did not expect them to meet a stranger.

Harold entered the park. He found his place by the pond. His informant had been quite certain his son like to come feed the water fowl.

Part 31(New path)

Garak entered the park and began his run. He felt alive and found himself looking for them. He ran the distance around the park careful not t run to fast and attract attention. As he came around to the pond, he saw Adrianna struggling with a male. Rordan was kicking the male. At first, he was shocked to see this. This must be her mate. Why was he hitting her? Garak looked around and noticed the park seemed empty. He saw Adrianna shove the male and yell at her son.

"Run Rordan run."

The male hit her and she fell to her knees in front of him. The boy backed away and looked around franticly. He picked up a wooden stick and swung it at the male.

The male caught it with ease, tossed it aside, and grabbed the boy. He hauled him into his arms as he kicked Adrianna. He was laughing with pleasure.

Something inside him snapped. He had seen enough. Even if that male was the boy's father and her mate, he had no right to treat them like that. Garak forgot he was undercover and forgot he had decided not to meet with them. He ran over to them.

"Let the child go." He commanded.

Harold looked up and laughed. "Off with you mister. This is not your business. The bitch has it coming. I should slit her lying throat."

Garak looked at him his face like ice.

"Put Rordan down and leave while I am still in a mood to allow you to live."

This was not the civilized executive they had met. Adrianna looked up at him and froze. She knew that look. It was the look Sarek had had when he attacked the men at the wedding, wild and feral. She swallowed hard suddenly afraid. Afraid that Garak was not who he seemed to be.

Harold tossed the boy aside and drew a wicked looking knife. He grinned

"Come on then."

Garak watched him toss his coat aside to allow for better movement. He smiled coldly and walked toward Adrianna. He never took his eyes off Harold but he draped his coat over her with care. He then reached behind his back and drew his honor blade. "It will be alright. You are safe now."

Harold was stunned for a moment. He circled determined to cut Adrianna's suitor to bites.

Garak motioned for him to begin. "Come human you can have the first try." He said forgetting he was supposed to be human as well.

Adrianna froze. Human? What was Garak if not human?

"What are you a Vulcan?" Harold mocked. He noted the pointed ears as Garak had discarded his hat as well.

Realizing his error Garak merely smiled ,and it froze Harold's blood.

"Yes something like that. What never seen a Vulcan fight?"

Garak winked at Adrianna who pulled her son close. Rordan wanted to watch. His mother turned his head away firmly.

Harold lunged and Garak blocked it with ease. He spun away and kicked Harold in the legs sending the man tumbling. He advanced and kicked him hard in the ribs. Harold groaned as a fist hit him. He rolled away. Garak waited for him to stand up.

"What are they to you?" he demanded

"The bitch had me locked up. The kid is mine. damn Grayson's and their power. They even protect their distant relatives."

Garak started. Grayson? Could he have gotten that close? He circled.

"So the lady is not your wife?"

"Wife hell no. She is just a piece I had that got uppity." He said "She kept my kid though. I want him."

"Never, Rordan is my son." Adrianna said She tried to stand but could not. Determined to protect her son.

Garak looked at her with admiration. "He will not have the boy. My word of Honor on this."

"Oh , your word of honor. Ha ,ha ,ha Vulcan's are pacifist where did you steal that toy from?" He lunged and Garak sliced him for his efforts. Harold stumbled back. "You cut me."

"Of course. It is why we drew the blades." Garak said coldly. "One does not draw a blade unless one intends to spill blood." His tone was calm matter of fact as if this engagement was nothing to him.

Garak moved around his prey. He was now very angry. He felt a protective urge rise. Adrianna had no mate no male to guard her. He felt possessive as he looked at them. All that stood in his way was this human. This abusive human. Garak wanted them both. He would take both as his own. "Do you think you get to live after hurting what belongs to me."

Adrianna looked at him. She was shocked at his claim and his tone. Yet ,she nodded. He was there risking his life to keep them safe. Garak wanted them both. She found the idea had a certain appeal. She wanted him to be hers. She did not understand why they were being pulled together there was something calling her to him from deep inside her. Adrianna did not question why Garak was claiming them because it felt natural and right..

Just then they heard voices as the police were on the edge of the park and approaching fast. A bystander had used a communicator to call for help.

The distraction gave Harold his opening. He lunged and stabbed Garak in the heart. Garak grunted and pushed his foe away with ease. He caught Harold and with years of practice spun him around and sliced his throat. Dropping him and wiping his honor blade. Garak returned it to his seethe and pulled out Harold's knife. He stumbled to Adrianna and Rordan.

"You are safe now." He said as he fell beside them. "You are mine now. You and the boy. Mine."

Adrianna saw the green blood and immediately covered the wound.

"Oh lord. "She grabbed the communicator and called the consulate.

They would need a Vulcan healer. She stroked his face and prayed. She knew he could not be caught here. Rordan help me. She helped Garak up.

"We have to get you away." "

"Say you are mine." Garak said looking almost afraid she would deny his wish.

Adrianna swallowed and touched his face." I am yours. We are your family now. We won't let them take you." She kissed his lips briefly. Garak felt relief and peace.

She closed her eyes and used her gifts to lift Garak. Rordan's eyes grew wide. He knew they were not supposed to do this. Adrianna whistled and the horses they had been riding came to them. She lifted Garak up. She watched her son mount and she swung up behind him. They took off leaving Harold as they raced to the embassy. It was Garak's only chance. She did not want him arrested for helping her. She was going to have to have Amanda's and Sarek's help to fix this. The police shouted but were left behind. They arrived at the consulate and she ran to the gates.

"Help us." She cried in Vulcan.. "Sanctuary please. He needs a healer. "

Garak looked up and his last coherent thought was how ironic to be seeking sanctuary from the Vulcan's.

The gates swung open and two guard came rushing out. They lifted Garak down and ushered the trio in. The gates slammed shut as the New York police department pulled up.

The guards took their places as they recognized the woman. The male was bleeding and it was green. He was clearly Vulcan. What ever had happened would be sorted out after he was treated.

TBC…