IDIC New Frountiers Part II of the IDIC Series

by Firewolfe

Sequel to IDIC New Beginings. A further look into the reason why Amanda and Sarek were so inflencial in the Federation. The hand of Fate or the hand of God directing the future? Sarek Amanda pairing.

7. Chapter 7

IDIC - 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.

IDIC-New Frontiers

Part 32 (New Family Ties and Alliances) NC-17

The Vulcan guards took positions in front of the gates and drew phasers to hold off the New York City police department.

"We were in pursuit of that man and a woman. The man stabbed someone in Central Park. The man he stabbed is near death. We need to speak We demand you turn him over."

"Officer that is not possible, this is the Vulcan consulate and the individuals in question have asked for sanctuary." The guard said "If you have questions you might address them to Ambassador Sarek when he returns to Earth."

The policeman bristled but was not about to walk into drawn phasers. The woman was franticly trying to stop the bleeding on the fallen man. It was then that the police noticed that the blood that covered her was not red but a deep green.

"Charlie that one he is bleeding green." The one cop said

"You are right Rick." The cop called Charlie answered. "It looks like they are protecting their own."

"The woman she does not look like a Vulcan?"

The guards said nothing and remained at their posts. Adrianna was almost frantic by the time the healers came out. The healer Stol knelt next to his patient. He looked up at Adrianna and asked "What happened to him?"

"He saved my son and I. we were attacked in the park. The man who attacked us hurt me before. He was trying to steal my son. Garak came and stopped him. I think he was like Sarek." Adrianna wanted to give him whatever protection she cold. If Garak was in the fever Vulcan would overlook the violence he had done.

The healer looked up sharply. "Is Garak your mate?"

Garak looked at Adrianna his eyes pleading. "I am his and he is mine. "Adrianna said firmly. "We just decided this. It is not formalized. We wanted to wait until the press calmed down." It was not a lie exactly. They had just decided and she would never have wished to upstage Amanda's wedding.

The healer nodded understanding. "You are of Amanda Grayson's family?"

"Yes, she is my cousin." Adrianna said "Will he be all right."

"If we can stop the bleeding , and if we can get him to rest. A healing trance should take care of the wound. Stanal come over here and help me carry this patient inside."

"I have him." Adrianna said. She closed her eyes and lifted him ups. The healers brow rose but he said nothing. Instead he helped carry Garak inside. Rordan walked along side his mother he was trying hard not to cry.

"Mommy Garak is hurt."

"We will take care of him. He will be fine." Adrianna said

Rordan looked at the Vulcan healer and said." He is a hero he saved us. The bad man hurt mommy and he made him stop. He tried not to fight." Even at five Rordan understood violence was wrong.

Stol looked at the boy and said "Violence is illogical. I am certain he had no intention of killing that man."

Adrianna winced and Garak chose that moment to regain consciousness

" I did what was necessary to protect my mate and her son." His voice was cold and certain.

Stol looked at him and said "Are you in Ponn Farr?" He was reading heightened temperatures but not the readings he would expect to find. Unless the subject was just entering the first phase. Sometimes it was hard for a healer to determine the early stages. The event could be triggered if ones mate was in danger and the time was close.

Garak blinked.

"Yes, I may well be." He knew that if he were in this state the Vulcan's would overlook much. If he had been defending his mate he would be forgiven for even killing. He looked at Stol and said honestly. "I have never gone through it before. I saw him attack her and I had to defend her."

Adrianna took his hand to calm him down. She could sense his need to fight. Stol bandaged his wound.

"Miss ?" " Adrianna Shaw Firestorm." "Miss Firestorm you and Garak must complete the bond now. Are you strong enough to do this alone Garak?"

"I would not risk Adrianna's life."

"You already do if the bond is incomplete."

"Then I must have help to finish the bond." Garak said

Stol looked at Adrianna. "You understand what this will mean? Only death will separate you once the bond is complete. "

Adrianna swallowed hard. It was all happening so fast. Yet she could feel Garak's need and his pain. She nodded and said" Help us please." She took his hands and raised them to her face."

Stol reached over and helped her set them in place. Garak was now lost as he had no idea how to finish a bond.

Stol joined his hands over the couple. "Let me help you." Stol helped complete the bond and he leaned back as he watched the wonder on the couples' face. He looked at Garak and pulled back. He almost jumped away. Garak looked at him.

"I am still her mate."

Stol looked at him." Sarek will not be pleased at this."

Garak brow rose and for a moment he looked Vulcan." I can imagine. Healer know this no one will take them from me."

"You have all been given sanctuary. Only the Ambassador Sarek or T' Pau can revoke this. I will take the boy to get some food. You must be alone together."

Adrianna had no idea what was going on she looked from one male to the other. "You can not have my son."

"Rordan will not be harmed. I am certain he would like something to eat and drink." Stol said "Garak needs you more now. I will leave you. You have my word Rordan will be cared for as if he was my own grandson."

Adrianna knew she had to trust Stol. "Rordan go with the doctor. Maybe he can help you call Cousin Amanda."

"Yes Mommy. Can I have a cookie?"

Garak grinned wondering if Stol had any idea how inquisitive a human child could be. Garak knew his stepson would be as energetic as a Romulan. Adrianna jerked away. She had caught that stray thought.

Stol by this time had Rordan chattering as they walked out the door. When the door closed and locked. Adrianna jumped away from Garak. "You are not human or Vulcan?"

"Did you think I was?"

"I did not think about it. " Adrianna answered honestly all she had wanted to do was save him.

Garak looked at her. "It does not matter Adrianna. I am your bond mate. I am not human or Vulcan. I am the male that fought for you. I am the male that wants you. " He held his hand out" I am the male you want."

"I can not. You are Romulan. Is Garak even your name?"

Garak smiled." Yes, I am Garak and I am a Commander in the Imperial Fleet. I was sent here to keep an eye on the Federation. I am still the man you want."

"No this can be." She said backing away. Garak stood up unsteady on his feet.

"Come please." Adrianna shivered and turned away. She could feel his mind calling to hers. Soft words she did not understand. She felt his arms wrap around her. She tried to pull away but he would not let her go.

"Adrianna I won't let you go. This is real and I will find a way to make this right." He kissed her neck and held her close. She could feel his raging emotions. Love and fear that she would reject who he really was. "I love you. No Vulcan or human male will ever love you like I do."

She began to cry as he turned her in his arm.

" I never expected this. I swear I did not mean to hurt you."

"Swear on your honor. Said She knew he would keep his word. "Swear you will not hurt my family. "

Garak groaned " Adrianna ... I am a warrior in the Imperial fleet."

"Swear it Garak or I will leave. I will not be used to hurt Amanda or Sarek."

"Damn it Adrianna." He said as he kissed her. He recalled his mother speaking of reunification and of peace. He remembered that. " I only want our people to be one again. I want to Romulus and Vulcan to be allies again."

"Then swear that you will help achieve that goal peacefully. Please, Garak so we can be together."

He held her as he felt her pleas in his mind and in his heart.

"It is not a betrayal if it still happens. Surely it can be achieved peacefully. Do you really want Vulcan at the cost of your soul?"

He groaned and gave in." I swear. I swear I will achieve the goal peacefully. I will not betray our family. " He kissed her hard. Pulling away he looked into her eyes." I will not betray my Emperor."

"I know this and I would not want you too." She said kissing him. She gave in to the fire that was burning. She knew he wanted her and she could not resist the call of their new bond. Garak carried her to the bed and settled her on it. He wanted her badly. She was his and he was not letting her go. If he had to take on all of Romulus and Vulcan he would keep this woman for his own.

As he made love to her he saw the vision once more of Adrianna holding his child.

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Stol took the small human to the kitchen. He set a plate of fresh berries.

"These are very nutritional."

Rordan picked one up. He looked at it and put one in his mouth. " I like it. May I have some milk?"

Stol walked over to the replicator. "What kind of milk?"

"Chocolate please." Rordan said as he ate his berries.

Stol took the milk to the child.

"Thank you sir." Rordan said

Stol looked at the young man uncertain.

"You are supposed to say your welcome." Rordan instructed. "Mommy said it is important to be polite and to have manners."

"Your mother is very wise young one. I am afraid I am still learning your manners."

"Ok I am still learning too. Mommy said it takes a lot of practice to be polite to others."

"Indeed." Stol said He was charmed but the child's simple honesty.

Part 33 (Debt)

"Garak how can this possibly work?" Adrianna asked afraid. She knew that Garak was technically a spy. Earth would not look at him with kindness. They had been through so much in recent years. She froze when she suddenly realized it was not Earth that they h ad to worry about. It was Vulcan ,and how she would react to having one of their sundered cousins on their soil. Garak smiled.

"Yes the irony was not lost on me either. It would be humorous if it was not so dangerous."

"We have to get you away. Stol knows."

"Adrianna I can not leave the consulate as the police have it surrounded. I think for the moment I am far safer her with my cousins then I would be out there." Garak said, "Besides I can not leave you and Rordan alone and unprotected." He drew her closer. "Stol can not reveal what he knows he is bound by medical ethics."

"Get dressed beloved. I am certain Stol will not stay away long."

She blushed and he wanted to love her again. He wondered if perhaps he was in this Ponn Farr state. No, he could control his desire and lust. He saw her duck her head. He noted she was turning a deeper shade of red. It was as if she heard his thoughts.

I did hear you

"Human's are mind blind." He said with certainty.

"We are bonded remember?"

"No you heard me before as well." He now looked concerned. He considered what this might mean. Were all her family gifted?

Adrianna looked away "Maybe…"

Garak suddenly realized she could read his mind. He found this thought unnerving. "You can hear me." He grabbed her hand hard. She felt a sharp pain and looked into his eyes.

"Garak you are hurting me." She tried to pull away.

"Tell me the truth!" He demanded

I can hear you. Please you are hurting me.

He heard her clearly in his mind. He lifted her fingers and kissed them. I did not mean to hurt you. "That is why you took my word. You could hear my thoughts!"

"Yes, I could hear you. I can feel your emotions as well. I know you want me as I want you." She kissed his lips. "I should not need you."

"We will find a way." He said

"I need to call my cousin. She will help us and maybe, convince Ambassador Sarek to as well."

Garak brow rose and for a moment Adrianna would have sworn he was Vulcan.

Do not be insulting my wife.

She grinned as she dialed the com to Vulcan. For once grateful for the hand com units Amanda had insisted they all have. She was able to dial into a direct subspace channel.

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Skon listened to the news as T' Pau informed Sarek of the newest emergency on Earth. He noted his son's face was controlled and that his questions were clear and logical.

"T'Sia T' Pau we can not revoke sanctuary. Once it is given, there must be a significant reason to revoke it. If this Vulcan did save my wife's relatives, we owe him a deep debt. We must ensure he returns home safely. Just because he had not immediately identified is not a reason to withdraw our protection. Earth is looking to punish someone for their lose of face when we were kidnapped. It would be unjust if an innocent paid for the actions I took to save my wife."

"Sarek we are entering a time of grave negotiations. Earth is still angry. It may be in Vulcan's best interests to allow them to deal with this matter."

"T'Sia I can not stop you from ordering the couple removed. I only ask that you do not. The woman is of my wife's clan. If the male is her mate, he was within his rights to protect her under Vulcan law. Just because he comes from an outer colony does not reduce his citizenship."

"Agreed, as you wish Sarek. This is in your hands. They are your responsibility and you will deal with it." T' Pau leaned back folding her fingers deep in thought.

Sarek bowed. " I will remove them both to Vulcan as soon as the male may be moved safely. To ensure that this does not develop into an incident I will return at once to Earth."

"Acceptable , You will take Amanda with you. A united front will serve you best. A ship awaits you in the spaceport."

Sarek did not agree with this assessment, but knew he had to do this.

" We will leave as soon as we pack."

"Safe Journey Sarek." T' Pau said as she signed off.

"Father I am afraid I can not complete the meeting at the science academy."

"This is clearly more important. We must not allow the humans to take one of our people. We must go inform Amanda she would wish to know her cousin will need her."

"It seems our honeymoon will be delayed again."

"Perhaps you could find time on Earth."

"I hope we can. I would like to follow some of Amanda's people's customs. I wanted her to know I value her culture."

"Amanda knows this my son. This was unexpected and involves her family. She will agree that it is best that you return to protect Adrianna and her new bond mate. "

" One could hope." Sarek said. "It seems that we have many obstacles to overcome."

"The difficulties will make you stronger my son."

" If you will grant me leave I should go inform her of the situation." Sarek said.

" I will attend matters here at the Academy."

Sarek nodded and went in search of his wife.

Sarek drove his flitter home. He mentally went over the possible reasons that they could not identify the male who was now a part of his extended family. He could find no reason why they could not identify this male. This thought concerned him as the Vulcan database on census information was vast and very complete. The records went back to pre-reform times. The average Vulcan citizen could trace their linage back to the time of Surak.

Amanda heard the com unit in their room go off. She picked up the unit and was shocked to hear Adrianna on the other end. She sat on her bed as her cousin told her of the attack and that she needed help. Amanda was stunned to learn that her cousin's attacker had been released. She was angered that Adrianna had not been informed as the law required. She was even more angry to learn she been injured and that she was forced to flee from the police. She sat in silence as she learned her cousin had taken a bond mate. She was even more stunned to learn that he was not Vulcan. She had wondered why Adrianna had poured her heart out in the ancient language but it was clear that it was for this fact. She fell back against the bed. She and Sarek would have to return to Earth and this was going to be a major problem. Sarek was not going to be pleased at all with this turn of events. She knew like most Vulcan's he desired reunification of the Romulans to Vulcan. She did not however think he would find this situation a solution to the problem.

Amanda just hoped that this adoption would cover any legal issues for Vulcan. She had a feeling that it would work on Earth. They would just assume that the man they saw was indeed human. She thought it amusing that a Romulan's best chance to survive was to pretend to be human. Of course she would tell Sarek the truth after they saved Garak.

" We will come as soon as it can be arranged. I promise to do all I can to help you both. "Adrianna I will call you soon. Sarek just came in. Yes, I will find a way that maintains honor. Actually I have an idea. I need to call Jamie to have her adopt Garak into the clan. Yes it can be done and she owes us a favor. Garak will legally be one of us. I have to make that call. Have faith cousin all will be well."

Amanda hung up the line and immediately placed a call to Earth. She had to reach Jamie Nightstar before Sarek found out what was happening. They would need the formal ceremony latter but the legal work could be done now.

"Jamie it is Amanda Grayson. Remember that favor you owe my clan. I need to call it in."

"How can I assist you." She asked.

" I need adoption papers and a passport."

"What? Why?"

"I need to protect Adrianna new husband. He needs a clan and a nation. He protected her from her attacker. They sought sanctuary at the consulate but he does not have legitimate papers. If you do this I will owe you." Amanda was telling the truth but not all of it. She pushed aside the guilt because the truth could never be known. It was the facts but not all the details.

There was a pause. "Agreed what name shall the paperwork have? There will still need to be a formal ceremony. I will register him from our outer colonies."

"Excellent, that was what I was hoping you would say. We understand that would be best solution. I will give you her com number and she can give you details. I am coming home as soon as it can be arranged. We can do the ceremony then. Jamie Thank you."

"Amanda you helped us when needed it. I am only to happy to repay the debt."

"Thank you anyway. I mean it I owe you now. Blessing to you and your clan."

The leader bowed.

Sarek came in just then and said. "Who do you owe my wife?"

PART 34 (Trust and Truth)

Amanda closed her eyes and swallowed hard. "I owe an other clan matriarch a favor. She is helping us smooth things over with my cousins new bond mate. It seems he is in need of papers that allow him to be on Earth." Amanda told the truth but the rest she would tell him once she figured out how.

"How is it he was on Earth without papers?"

"Sarek I do not know." Again a partial part of the truth. Adrianna will have to explain it to me when we get there. I have to go home to Earth. She needs me there. Heather is already on her way. It is going to take every bit of skill we have to find our way out of this mess."

"I see that you are determined."

"Sarek please this is important and it is about family."

"Indeed it is. I have just left T 'Pau and she has ordered me to Earth to settle this issue. It seems your cousin's bond mate has caused the police to surround the Vulcan Consulate in New York. I was on my way here to inform you that we must leave at once. She took him there and requested Sanctuary."

"I am sorry Sarek." Amanda said

"We will resolve this Amanda. Come lets us pack so we can leave. There is a transport waiting for us."

"I am ready now." Amanda said picking up a small bag. I packed you one too." She said handing him his cloths.

"Amanda you are not telling me everything." He said sensing she was trying to avoid talking.

"Sarek, I will but not just yet. I do not want you to have to lie."

"Vulcan's do not lie."

"I know that. What you do not know you cannot tell. Trust me. I swear I will explain it all soon."

Sarek looked at her and simply took his bag. "You will explain it all Amanda. There will be no secrets between us. I will allow this for the moment but I will not endanger our people without the truth."

"I love you. " She said, "I also know your duty. Sarek I have mine as well. I have to help Heather help Adrianna. In the end Sarek, it is in Vulcan's best interest. This I swear to you."

Sarek looked at her and knew she would not lie for any good reason. She was evading answering but she was telling him the truth to some degree. In the end, she was his bond mate and he trusted her.

"We are together in all things my wife."

"I know Sarek and I am glad of that. I just hope Adrianna's bond mate is as good to her as you are to me."

Four days latter, they materialized at the consulate not wishing to run the police blockade.

T' Kar brought the video tapes to Sarek. The police had forwarded copies of the tapes to the consulate in hopes that seeing Garak stab Harold they would agree to turn them over. Sarek watched as he saw Adrianna being hit by her attacker. He saw her small son try desperately to defend his mother only to be slapped down. He heard the warning Garak issued and his blood chilled. As he watched the tape, he saw the honor blade. It was just a quick look as Garak slit the mans throat. Sarek froze the tape and replayed it. Now he understood why Amanda had refused to answer his questions. He rose and smoothed his robes as he went to meet with Amanda's family. He now knew she had not been stubborn but she had tried to protect him from knowing who Garak really was.

"Adrianna I sent a car for Heather and Jamie they will be here in a little while. How did this all happen? You never mentioned you had met anyone"

Garak grinned as he played video games with Rordan. His acute hearing catching every word.

"I meet him recently." Adrianna said and looked away had it only been a week ago?

"How recently did you meet?" Amanda demanded.

Adrianna had the grace to blush. She was saved from answering when Sarek came in with Heather and Jamie.

Heather came over and hugged her younger sister. "Are you alright? What happened? When and how did you meet Garak?"

Amanda sat there and allowed Heather to ask the questions. Amanda looked over and noticed how well Rordan was with Garak. The boy was often shy and it was clear he trusted Garak. This meant that Garak had to have done something to gain the child's trust. She watched as Garak showed Rordan how to use the game. He was laughing as they lost a point or gained one. Amanda looked at him and knew he was no Vulcan. Yet the slight sweeping of the brows suggested a connection. If not Vulcan then he was surely, as Adrianna confessed a Romulan. Amanda looked at Sarek and knew he had figured it out.

Jamie walked over to Garak and handed him the papers. "You will need these."

He stopped and looked up at her.

"Take them before I change my mind. It is clear that Rordan trusts you. Do not disappoint us Garak. "

Garek swiftly came to his feet with a confused look on his face. He opened the package and frowned. "What is this?"

"Your chance at freedom. " Jamie said, "I owe Amanda a debt and I now repay it."

Garak looked at the woman who had to be in her late eighties. He opened the papers and looked at the others.

"Why, I am a stranger to you?" He read what they said shock on his face.

Amanda was about to answer but Sarek came up to him.

"Because my wife believes I would accept a member of her race far easier then a sundered cousin."

He looked at Amanda who had the grace to blush. "Sanctuary has been given Garak and we will not revoke it. You now have papers that are legal identifying you as a member of Jamie's Clan. They all are taking a great risk to protect you. I want your word that you will not act against Vulcan or the Federation."

"You would take my word cousin?" Garak said almost mockingly.

"Yes, because I saw those tapes. I saw a man of honor in them." Sarek said simply.

"I swore to Adrianna I would not give up my quest for reunification. I also swore to her I would not betray my emperor or my people. I also promised to protect her family. All of them. Therefore, I must not harm any Vulcan because they are her family now. I will not act against the Vulcan people or the federation as long as they do not harm my bond-mate or our son. You have my word of honor."

"That is sufficient." Sarek said He looked at Adrianna and said "For Amanda sake I will allow this. I will do all I can to clear you both. If this is not possible, you will all be given sanctuary on Vulcan. We can if the need arises beam you straight to the diplomatic carrier that brought us here."

"What will T' Pau say about this Sarek?" Amanda asked

He looked at her his brow raising. "She has given me leave to solve this issue. I would have preferred you to have faith in me to protect them." He held his fingers out to Amanda and she came to his side touching them lightly.

"I did not want to compromise you."

His brow rose. Amanda I trust you and I would protect you no matter what.

I know this Sarek. I did not want you to have to lie to Earth or anyone else.

Sarek eyes twinkled What of Garak's new papers are they not a lie?

"No Sarek they are legal. The truth is you can honestly tell the police that Garak is a member of Jamie's clan. That he is a cultural attaché and has diplomatic immunity. That is what his papers have down. He has been adopted into her clan. Who he was before is irrelevant to Earth law. The reason is adoption makes you the legal heir to your adoptive parents. Jamie is now his mother legally. "

Garak looked up he had not realized this.

"Why?"

Jamie looked at him and simply said "Payment of a debt. You to are paying a debt as well Garak. My son Damien and his wife were killed when the Romulus took Seti Omacrom. He was my only child his wife was my heir. It seems fitting that I take a son from Romulus to replace him. Amanda said in pre-reform times this could be done. I assume a similar custom might still exist on Romulus."

Garak nodded and looked at Amanda and at Adrianna. "You know I think I shall warm my people that taking the Federation may be harder then they believe. That is if you four women are an example of the people here. You think as a Romulan might."

"There is no need to be insulting now." Amanda said smiling. " We are not like our counterparts in the Federation. We value clan and family ties. We have a strict code of honor that we follow. Adrianna said you were an orphan a man with no house or clan. Jamie lost her son and heir when Damien and Jayla were killed. By adopting you we solve several problems. The debt your people owe a life for a life is paid. You gain a legal standing. Jamie may now claim Adrianna as her heir with less difficulty form her fellow clansmen. "

"Why we do this is simple Garak it serves the clans best interest. Your protection is incidental to it." Heather said

"So I am to call you Mother?" Garak asked Jamie.

She laughed. "If you wish. I would not mind if you would call me that. It has been a long time since I was so addressed. In any case I always intended to adopt Adrianna as my heir. This simply makes it more logical. Amanda pointed out the benefits to myself and my clan. I pay a debt and gain a son and daughter as my heir. It is a win ,win situation for me. For even if Garak is not willing to be a good son ,Adrianna will be a good choice as my heir. "

Sarek looked at the women. "Very logically thought out. "

"We try to do what is best Ambassador." Heather said formally. "Even humans have logic. It may not be Vulcan logic but, it serves us well enough."

" So when will the marriage take place?" Garak asked " I want Adrianna as my wife as soon as it can be arranged. I honestly choose her and I want this legal."

Sarek nodded approvingly. "We will arrange it as quickly as we can. First however, we must clear your name. It would be better for everyone if you have no shadows hanging over you."

"Yes it would be." Garak agreed. He looked at Jamie. "I loved my mother deeply. She was a good woman but, I think she would approve of you Lady Jamie. I would be honored to call you mother. I may not be your son by birth I will gladly be your son in name. If Romulus took a son from you I shall gladly pay that debt. That incident was shameful and hurt my people's honor. It was senseless and wrong. I love my people though I am not blind to the mistakes of our leaders. I served them with honor and I will continue to do so. Perhaps if you get to know me you will see that we are not so different after all."

"Hurt Adrianna or Rordan and I will cut out your heart." Amanda said.

Sarek looked at her sharply.

Garak merely laughed. "I think Ambassador I got the more tamed and civilized woman." Adrianna thumped him on the head for that comment.

"I did not include civilized in my criteria for a wife." Sarek said, "Perhaps I should have?" His amusement at the comment apparent to all.

Amanda rolled her eyes aware he was teasing her.

Part 35 (Smoothing things over)

Garak was surprised when Adrianna claimed his hand and drew him to her. He suddenly felt a strange peace at the turn of events. He had agreed to this mission so he could create his own house and clan. He had sought to have a wife and children a place to belong. Now with Jamie's Adoption of him and with his bonding to Adrianna he had both. He might not be the head of house as this was a matriarchal society but he had an important place in it. He did not know if the clan was politically powerful but it did have powerful connections. He listened as Jamie explained about the outer colonies. He learned that if he wanted to he could take his family there and create their own household. While Jamie had adopted him and his wife was her heir she already was trained to take her place. In fact she had been planning to take a job away from the reserve. He looked at Sarek and said "I will take care of them. I have skills to support a family. I am a trained in several fields of study."

"That was never in question." Sarek said "The only question will be if you plan to make your life here on Earth or her colony on Europa. Of course you could always come to Vulcan as well."

Garak laughed. "Well I should take you up on that Sarek. At least one of my people would be home."

Sarek's brow rose. "Indeed. Reunification is a laudable goal. I do not however ,believe it will be achieved in our lifetimes."

"Maybe not but , it is what I swore to my parents to help make happen. " Garak said "Perhaps it will be easier to do of your people learn we are not so different and that many of Romulus long to come home."

"First we ensure you may take your place here. I believe the police officers are waiting for us. We must go try to clear up this misunderstanding." Sarek said.

He motioned for them all to follow him. "We will meet them in my office. Bring your documents along. I would prefer to simply show them the papers rather then be forced to speak a "White Lie"

The four humans and one Romulan all blushed at that statement.

"No one would believe you to be a liar Mr. Ambassador. " Garak said smiling wickedly. "It is a well known fact that Vulcan's never lie."

"No they just bend the truth." Heather said smiling.

Amanda glared at her cousin. "That is not funny Heather."

Sarek head cocked to one side wondering why his wife took offence at the truth.

"Sarek is being a very good about this; do not insult him for it."

"I meant no offence Sarek." Heather said

"Offence is an emotion. It has no logic. Amanda it is the truth she has spoken there can be no offence in the truth."

She rolled her eyes and said "You are forgiven Heather."

"Garak will come to appreciate Kol-Ut-Shan." Sarek said changing the subject some what. "It will perhaps help him appreciate Vulcan and the Federation."

"I would say that Vulcan is going to get the lesson on IDIC Ambassador. " Garak said smiling. "How many humans are on Vulcan now and in your house? "

Sarek gave him a sharp look. "I seem to be adding one a week. Now we have a Romulan as well. It will be a test to see if we can live to Surak's ideals."

The Romulan laughed loudly. He was beginning to enjoy this.

"Stop teasing Sarek." Adriana said. "He will think we are barbarians."

"Now why would I think that?" Sarek said his dry humor lost on all but his wife.

"Jamie I hope you insist they stay here. I am not certain Vulcan can stand that much of a comedian. "Amanda said looking straight at Garak.

Adrianna smiled "He will behave I promise." She gave him a sharp look. "Garak is simply not willing to appear weak. So he is using humor as a weapon."

Garak looked at her surprised she had guessed he was feeling the need to prove himself.

They all feel silent as they came to Sarek's office. A dignified united front would be required.

Oddly Garak was now feeling like he belonged. He had never had anyone interact with on a personal level. The gentle teasing and wit made him believe that this could work. Even Sarek's dry wit was refreshing. He could see that his wife was respected and well loved that they would go to such lengths to protect her chosen mate. He followed Sarek in and watched as Sarek drew Amanda to his side. He followed suit and pulled Adrianna to him. He subtly placed his body between the policemen and his bond-mate. Sarek motioned for him to take a place on his left. Sarek's eyes showed approval.

The two men and one woman rose as they entered.

"Mr. Ambassador it was good of you to see us. I am ADA Jessica Farmer and this is Officer Rick George and Detective Charles Mann."

Sarek now in formal mode gave him the traditional Vulcan greeting.

"Live long and prosper." He made the Tal and then motioned for the men to sit.

"We can take the prisoner off your hands now." the youngest male officer. Said. He removed cuffs from his belt.

Sarek's brow rose. "I believe you were informed that Vulcan has offered Sanctuary to this family."

"Mr. Ambassador surely you can not wish to defend a killer?" Jessica Farmer said.

Sarek straightened his robes and looked straight at the officer. "Sanctuary has been granted. T' Pau has left this matter in my hands. I have reviewed the security tapes and see no reason to revoke Sanctuary. I also believe that given the circumstances that any charges against Garak Should be dropped at once."

The officer was stopped from saying anything by the ADA.

"What circumstances Sir? The tapes clearly show this gentleman killed Harold Kilman by cutting his throat."

"Adrianna had a right to be informed of Mr. Kilman's release. He should not have been able to stalk and harm her. Had she been warned about his release and whereabouts she would not have been in that park. "Sarek said calmly. " She was the one attacked and beaten by a man who brutally assaulted her six years ago. He man tried to beat her to death and steal her son."

The ADA had the grace to look embarrassed. "That does not change the fact that he killed a man."

"I eliminated and animal who preyed on those weaker then himself. Adrianna and I had planned to meet to settle our wedding plans and the day turned out to be a disaster. Had we know the situation she would never have been in a place where she could be attacked? "If he is dead now it is because he attacked that which is mine." Garak said coldly. He was not unarmed he stabbed me in the shoulder with a ragged blade. It required over 100 stitched and two liters of blood."

"You goaded him into that fight." the officer said. "You wanted to kill him."

"I distracted him from harming my bond-mate and her son." Garak replied.

"He still must come with us to the inquest."

Sarek looked at Garak. "Give them the papers."

Garak handed her his birth certificate and his adoption papers, lastly he handed her his passport. The ADA frowned.

"Why did you not stay then? Why come here and ask for Sanctuary?"

Amanda looked at the woman as if she was an idiot. "Garak just explained he had been stabbed. He required immediate medical attention. Adrianna had the presence of mind to bring him here. She knew he would receive the best of care and that we would protect them from this inquisition."

"Look Lady this is not your concern." The detective said He moved to intimidate Amanda.

Sarek looked at the officer his gaze icy cold. The police officers took a step back much to Garak's silent amusement.

"Amanda is my wife and she is the one who granted them Sanctuary as is her right. My lady wife has the right to speak for Vulcan in matters of justice."

"Amanda?" The ADA asked. She suddenly remembered who Amanda was. She frowned.

"Why would you care Lady Amanda?"

Amanda smiled and looked at Adrianna and Garak. "Adrianna is my cousin. Garak is her bond-mate; He saved her life by killing that animal. Six years Miss Farmer? Was that all her pain was worth to the justice system? Adrianna knew from first hand experience that she would get no justice from New York State. She came here knowing we would protect them. That Vulcan would honor Garak's diplomatic immunity."

Detective Charles Mann looked angry now. "So you are protecting one of your own again."

"No detective. Garak is the cultural attaché from Europa colony. His immunity comes from his mother Jamie Night Star." Sarek said "Vulcan only seeks to honor his documents which are perfectly legal under American, Earth. Federation and Vulcan Law."

" That is bull." The younger officer said. "You admit only protecting him because he is a relative."

Jessica Farmer stopped him from leaping across at Garak.

Garak had grown still clearly ready for any attack. His eyes were cold and the look he gave them chilled the ADA.

Sarek looked at the three humans in front of him and said.

"We have answered your request for meeting. You have the documents that show Garak never came under your jurisdiction or authority. If there is nothing else you would add? My wife and I have had a long flight here ."

"Jess you can not let them get away with this. We will look like fools." Charles Mann said.

Jessica Farmer looked at the documents all seemed to be in order. She could find no way to over turn them.

"Ms. Farmer even if Garak did not have immunity Vulcan does not have and extradition treaty with Earth or the Federation. If necessary I will have Adrianna, Garak and their son beamed directly to the Surak. I will then be forced to take this issue to the Federation council. If our immunity is to be threatened and questioned then the whole council should be made aware of this issue."

Jessica Farmer blanched at that. "I am sure that there will be no need for that. We are grateful for your time." She caught both cops' arms. She gently shoved them to the door. Looking at Garak she said "This feels wrong. If I find anything…"

Garak merely smiled. "It was Self defense councilor." he said firmly.

"I doubt that. I saw the tapes you intended to kill him. You were not afraid for your life at all. Self defense requires you be afraid for your life or the life of an other."

"Detective you saw him beat Adrianna and Rordan. Even if they were not my family I would have stopped him. Was I afraid for my own life? No, I was not. I know my skill with a blade and he was no threat to me. Was I afraid for Adrianna and Rordan? Yes ,I was afraid he would kill them. If I taunted him it was to keep them safe. I offered him a chance to surrender he refused and placed his blade in me. I merely removed the threat to my family and myself. Tell me you would not have done the same."

"There is laws sir." The ADA said.

"Yes there are and your people failed to follow them. It left me unprepared for the attack." Adrianna said "It meant that my five year old son was beaten and Garak had to kill. I am glad he is dead he deserved it." She turned her face into Garak's shoulder.

"It is alright you are safe." He whispered to her as he gathered her close.

The ADA noticed how pale Adrianna was. They could still see several bruises on her arms and face.

"We have a responsibility to the public." The younger officer said." We need to keep them safe."

Amanda's temper flared. "He would have killed Adrianna officer. I can see you are only interested in headlines. Well how would it have looked if she had been killed, and her son stolen away? You should thank Garak because I promise if she had been killed bad press would have been the least of the cities worries."

"Is that a threat Miss Grayson?" Charles Mann asked.

Her eyes were very cold now. She felt Sarek catch hold of her arms to keep her from springing across the table.

"No detective it is an iron clad promise. How would the public feel knowing she never got the notice she was entitled to under the law. It would look rather bad for your department given her position."

"What do you refer to Miss Grayson?" The ADA asked.

Jamie Night Star answered" Garak is my son. That makes his wife my heir. As you know my people hold the water rights to the river. Believe me we would not have taken kindly to having lost her. I do believe that the water contract is due to be renewed. I am not as forgiving as my son." There was a clear threat. She moved to Garak and Adrianna's side. "We remember our friends and allies and we never forget a foe."

The policeman paled. The last time they had run a into a problem the water to the city had been cut off. It had cost millions to restore services. The ADA glared. "You have made your point. I believe we have no option but to drop this matter. Garak please refrain form slicing anyone else up."

Sometimes it was best to walk away. It was clear that this Garak was being protected by powerful people. She would learn who and what he was. Today however she had to back down. She hated it when they had to bow to political weight. The only thing that made it slightly easier was the fact that Amanda Grayson was right they had dropped the ball. She was going to have words with the department over this failure. They were right had Adrianna been killed they would be facing a larger scandal. A scandal that if left unchecked could bring down the city government.

Garak smiled "Of course."

"T' Kar escort these officers out." Sarek ordered.

The aide ushered the officials out. He had enough of the humans trying to force their will on his family. He might not like or trust Garak but he had acted correctly. It was only right he protect his bond-mate and her son. It seemed his house was indeed changing. He looked at Amanda and wondered if she had any idea how complicated this would be? He was however grateful that Garak had been adopted by an Earth Clan because otherwise he would have had to do it. As much as he loved Amanda he was not certain he could have accepted Garak into his immediate family.

Part 36( Aftermath)

"That went well." Sarek said

Amanda looked at him and cold tells he was being ironic. "It went as well as it could Sarek. They had job to do."

"Indeed, it is unfortunate that it had to come to this. I am certain this will complicate Earth/ Vulcan relations for a while."

"Maybe not." Heather said "Jamie provided a place for them to turn their anger. Trust me they have disliked our people far longer then they have Vulcan. "

"Heather is right. Ever since the 2102 Supreme Court decision returning all water and mineral rights to the tribe we have been a target. Our ability to be an independent legal government has been a constant thorn in their sides. They lost because once our casinos started giving us funds they had to battle us in court on an equal basis. We won they lost and it drives them crazy. Our clans have since that time exercised all our legal rights and we no longer tolerate their bullying. "Amanda said

"Sarek it will not be Vulcan that they attack but our clans." Jamie said smiling." I look forward to it. They hate that we are now no longer Earth bound. "She smiled.

"Yes we have proved we never were a vanishing people." Heather said "I can see they will be worried more now to. This marriage of yours to Amanda is something that will give them nightmares. "She looked at Amanda "We have a proposition for you Ambassador. I am told Vulcan was looking for Dylitium."

"Yes this is true." Sarek said suddenly caught off guard.

Heather smiled. "Well how about a contract to mine it from our colony on Datolus II."

"You have found Dylitium?" Sarek asked slightly shocked.

"Amanda you did not tell him?" Heather asked.

"In case you missed it we were supposed to be on our honeymoon." She said annoyed. "I was saving that for his surprise gift at the end. A reward for being such a good sport and going along with the custom."

Heather laughed. "Oh yeh ,I forgot that." clearly she had not and was teasing her cousin.

Sarek brow rose sharply as he looked at his wife.

Garak looked at them and wondered why his people ever thought taking earth was going to be a simple task? If these women ruled Earth the Empire would be in big trouble. The fact that they had founded at least two independent colonies was something to look into. He had a feeling that taking those colonies would be disastrous. He made a mental note to warn his people away from any colony with that these ladies were connected to.

"When did you discover this? Why have you not told Earth?"

"In case you missed it Sarek we don't trust them. Besides it is an independent colony. We found them and paid to move our colonist there. Earth and Starfleet never even visited us. Why would we help them? They would simply move in and take over. They would strip mine the colony. Move us off and we would have over 5000 homeless colonists." Heather said

"I told them that Vulcan could mine the ore safely and that you would return the mined area to its original state. The funds they get from the ore can help develop the colony. It would also forge a deeper bond between our peoples." Amanda said "I did tell them that they would have to negotiate the treaty and rights with you though as I can hardly be impartial."

Sarek leaned back and folded his fingers. This was an unexpected coup. He knew that his world needed a new supply of the crystals. Amanda was right in that. "Well then I accept the invitation to the talks. Allow me to inform my government first and then we can set up a time."

"That is acceptable." Heather said smiling. "You were right Amanda he is a better choice then Earth."

Sarek looked at Amanda and wondered what other surprised she would bring to his attention. He suddenly had a feeling she was a lot more skilled in politics and commerce then she let on.

Amanda looked at him and simply said "I am a Grayson Sarek. " She winked at him and motioned for everyone to leave them alone.

Garak bowed and left holding Adrianna's hand. He had no idea how he was free but he had a feeling life was never going to be dull with these people. He had been certain he would be dragged away in chains. Instead he was now part of a family and clan. He was also ironically enough connected to Surak' s house. If anyone had told him this a month ago he would have considered them insane.

Adrianna for her part was glad it was over. She was still in pain and wanted to check Rordan and rest.

Heather and Jamie exchanged amused looks and followed the others out. They talked in low tones about what they might trade for the crystals.

T' Kar closed the doors and followed them out. One thing was certain the humans certainly stirred things up.

"Anymore surprises Amanda?"

"Not today Sarek." She said touching his fingers. He arched a brow as she said "At least our lives will never be dull. I told you we were going to change the galaxy. I thought you would approve of protecting a colonies rights and in securing resources for Vulcan."

" Yes you are correct. A reward? Did you believe I would need such incentive to spend time with you?"

"No Sarek I was teasing you." She said

"Humor? I believe I still have much to learn on this subject."

"I will teach you." Amanda said smiling.

"I was afraid of that." He said his eyes twinkling.

She laughed knowing he had more understanding of humor then he would ever let on. His dry wit was one of his most attractive traits.

Part 37(Logic and Adapting)

Skon left the academy and was very pleased with his work. It seemed that they had accepted Sarek's new ideas for taking in non-Vulcan students. He smiled as he considered how happy Daniel would be at this news. His youngest son would be allowed to take up to four classes his first term. Skon had spoken to the dean of the academy and it had been decided that despite Daniel's high intelligence his first term be closely monitored. Skon had to bow to the logic of this request, as Daniel would have the added handicap of still learning to read and write in Vulcan. Some allowances could and would be made but Skon felt it vital that Daniel receive the full learning experience. That included taking his classes in Vulcan. Skon prepared a study list for his son to review. Daniel would not begin classes until the next term at the academy. This had been Sarek's suggestion and it was a prudent one. Skon had admired Daniels willingness to learn the ancient arts of self-defense and to improve his physical conditioning. The morning workout did however clearly show that Daniel would need time to adjust to the thinner, warmer climate of Vulcan. Sarek was wise to point this out because the extra energy Daniel used to compensate would of course reduce his ability to learn. Daniel would use this time before the classes began to learn more about Vulcan and to acclimatize.

T' Lara watched as Daniel was once more on the computer. He was downloading more cultural information on Vulcan and their customs. Already he had asked several interesting questions. T' Lara had no doubt that once Daniel settled into a proper study routine he would excel. She watched as he stopped a moment and seemed to take a deep breath. She went over to his side.

"Daniel you seem to be unwell?"

He looked up and smiled. "I am fine. It is just a little hard to breath."

"Have you taken your Trio ox injection?"

"I am fine. I am not going to depend on that." he said,

"It is illogical to not use the medical aides we have provided for you."

Daniel looked up. "I have to become accustomed sometime. Vulcan is my home now."

"Yes it is. That does not however mean you must adjust in under a week. No human can. Now where is your hypo spray?" T' Lara asked broking no argument.

Daniel gasped and pointed to his room. T' Lara went and retrieved his Tri ox compound from the desk. She noted the amount still in the hypo - spray. She returned to Daniel's side and injected him with it.

"You will damage yourself Daniel. The doctor has devised the timetable for you to be come accustomed to the air and heat. If you do not follow her instructions you will delay the time and perhaps injure yourself."

"I just want to be normal."

"Daniel you are human not Vulcan. It will take time to adapt. It took me many months to be comfortable on Earth."

"It did. Why?" He sat in the chair T' Lara pulled out for him.

"Earth was cold and wet. When we first were stationed, there 50.65 years ago we were in Geneva Switzerland. It was cold and damp even in the Vulcan compound."

"I guess I am over eager to adapt."

"Indeed" T' Lara said. She removed a tri-corder and scanned Daniel to insure he was all right.
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The news that Sarek and Amanda were once more on Earth pleased Jeremiah. He had a chance to deal with them for the last time. As for destroying the Earth / Vulcan alliance, he had hopes. The news of a stabbing incident was music to his ears. He decides to see if that situation could not be inflamed. He slipped out, went to the consulate, and saw the angry police and ADA leave. He followed them to a local bar and watched them all order drinks. Clearly they had not achieved an arrest and were willing to drink away their lose. He sat close enough to hear what was being said.

"Jess I can not believe you let them kick us out."

"Officer George be quiet." Detective Mann ordered.

"I am just saying we had that lowlife dead to rights. I swear that he is no diplomat."

"I agree with that assessment. The problem is we had no proof of that. As long as he had legal documents, we cannot touch him. He could have killed a hundred people and all we could really do is deport him. Besides what would you have me do order you to storm the Vulcan consulate?" She asked.

"Hell yes, I am sick of those Vulcan' s flaunting the law. " Charles Mann said. "Jess that Garak bleed green. He was no human."

"I read your report Charles. The issue hardly matters. Vulcan / Human he is untouchable with the backing of the Vulcan's, the first Nations and the Grayson family. By the way, why was she not informed of Kilman's release? The Ambassador is correct that we dropped the ball on that one."

Charles looked away. "It was not our case. You know how it is budget cuts and understaffing."

Jessica Farmer looked at him hard. "Yes but if she had been killed we would have a major problem. Those bloody Nations hold the water rights. In addition, why am I just now learning that the woman was related to Amanda Grayson? The next thing we know John will be at the mayor's office and we will all be looking for new jobs."

Charles sipped his beer. "We did not know who she was. Why would it matter? The guy served his sentence and was rehabbed."

This got him a dark look from the ADA. "You know they are never rehabbed. " She sighed, "We will have to do some digging. Something feels all wrong about this. I feel like we have a worse predator then Kilman on the lose."

"Yeh, think?" The younger officer said with a snort. "Bartender brings us an other round."

Jeremiah slipped away and was smiling. He decided to send his file on Amanda's clan and family to the ADA. At the very least it would cause his niece to have to look over her shoulder. He knew full well that Garak was not a member of the clans. Who have thought helping the ADA would be so useful to himself. He hurried to an internet café to send the information. He did not wish the information traced back to himself or his people.

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Sarek leaned back and sipped his tea. It had been a long hard day. He was glad that he and Amanda had decided to retire early. Her cousin Heather and Jamie Night Star had returned home by flitter. Garak and Adrianna were in the guest suites and presumably resting. Rordan had been tucked in and was sound asleep. Sarek had been fascinated to watch the human bedtime ritual. The boy had a shower then requested a story. He had asked that his Garak tell him one. Garak had seemed as perplexed at this request and Sarek. Maybe they did have some things in common. Sarek thought Adrianna had solved this problem by giving Garak a book to read. Fortunately, Garak was fluent in Standard. He had red the story about "The lost puppy" to the boy. Then as they thought to slip out, as Rordan was asleep the child asked for a glass of water.

Sarek had looked at Amanda who seemed amused. Adrianna had complied and they had all slipped out a few minutes latter. Rordan however had refused to let Garak leave saying there was a monster under the bed. Garak had most logically explained that monsters did not exist. Sarek had to admit his logic was flawless. The child however still held his hand tightly. In the end, Garak had promised to stay with the boy and guard him. Most illogical, to Sarek's way of thinking. Amanda had smiled and led him away before he could comment on the illogic of guarding against imaginary creatures.

"Amanda will I have to guard our children from Monsters?"

She giggled and climbed next to him on the couch. "All fathers have to do that Sarek. I made mine search the closet for a month.

Curious now Sarek asked, "How did John solve the problem?"

"He and Harris set a trap for the monster. They then transported it to the moon." Amanda said straight faced. "Harris said they had a detention center for monsters there."

"You believed them?"

"Of course I did they are my family and protectors. They even showed me the box that they put the monster in. Father then hit the button and it transported away. Ten minutes latter we got a call saying the Grayson Monster had arrived and was in holding cell #3."

Sarek looked impressed "A creative solution to an illogical fear."

"Yes it was." Amanda said kissing him. "Now I think I want to talk about something more interesting then monsters." She slowly began to kiss and undress him. Sarek quickly forgot about anything to do with monsters or logic.
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TBC….