Disclaimer : See part One

IDIC- New World Order

Part Four (Honor bound) PG

Harris was rather surprised to get a call from the Ambassador from Andoria asking him to lunch. However he was curious as to what he wanted. Harris had meet the ambassador on several occasions socially so he was not a stranger. His purpose in seeking this meeting however was uncertain. Harris wondered if perhaps Andoria wanted to order ships or sell technology to them? He held Amanda's proxies for the shipyard so this was a possibility. However Harris did not think this was the case. He kissed Sara and headed to Pier Seven a popular local restaurant that sold sea food.

Harris joined Felix and was surprised to note that the Andorian was already seated and nibbling and appetizer.

"Try some of this Puffer fish it is very tasty." Felix offered.

Harris smiled and said "No thank you. I am not so brave to try that."

The Andorian laughed "OH that is right this can be poisonous to your kind. I like this a lot. It reminds me of our own food. Thank you for meeting me. Order what you like the dinner is on me. We can eat and relax then discuss business."

Harris brow raised and Felix laughed he could see the Vulcan influence though he was uncertain if it was genetic or just the fact of close contact.

Harris smiled and ordered a mixed plate. He was not overly fond of seafood but he was curious to see what was going on. He listened as Felix talked of the pleasant similarities between the three cultures , Andorian, Human and Vulcan and began to see that this was what it was all about. Something to do with the very basics of honor and personal responsibility.

"I agree with you Ambassador. I have never meet more honorable people then yours and Sarek's. In many ways I hate to say it both are more honorable then most humans."

"Do not sell your people short. Amanda is honorable as are you and perhaps even John Grayson in his own way. I think honor reflects a culture."

Sipping cold water Harris nodded his agreement. "I think so. Some cultures have more defined views perhaps."

"Exactly." Felix said "Sometimes honor leads to actions that could be perceived in the wrong way."

Harris stilled as he listened. So they would get to the heart of the reason for the meeting soon. "Perhaps perspective colors reason at times. However if an honorable person were to relate something and admit such action was taken out of honor and without malice I do not think it would cause concern or even a small offence."

"Agreed, I was hoping you would understand. Please consider this while we eat. I see the meal I ordered for us has arrived. Your wife told me your favorites I hope you do not take offence?"

Harris smiled. "Indeed not. Because I can blame you for any overindulgence."

Felix laughed and the two began to eat.

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Amanda looked at her beloved. "It was not to deceive you Sarek. I just never really thought it mattered. I mean it makes us more a match."

Sarek sighed softly and gathered her close. Amanda was right it was a positive thing. Yet it could cause complications If it became know. "We are one Amanda and it is a good thing."

Garak held his wife and said "It is not like we can tell anyone. Lord to think I thought this would be an easy mission."

Adrianna slugged him lightly. "It is simple. Just keep our secrets. I mean would it really change anything if your people knew?"

"I do not know." Garak said honestly. "The fact that you are from advanced humans might raise concern. However the Vulcan side… That might be a good thing. It might keep them from attacking if they see you as being tied directly to Vulcan. Blood ties would force Vulcan to defend you and you them…Then again it could be seen as a real threat. I just do not know it would all depend on who was calling the shots back home."

"I agree Garak but perhaps it could unify us all in time." Amanda said

Both males looked incredulous at her.

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"Alright Felix spill it what is it you what to ask and tell me." Harris said as he took his coffee up to drink.

Felix sighed and knew it was time. " Honor and life debts are serious to my people. We keep them even if others might not see the need for it. We are bond to protect those who save us. Do you understand this?"

"I do. It is an honorable course to take." Harris said.

"Then when I tell you we have been watching and guarding Amanda and Sarek along with T'Lara and Skon and their family you will understand it is paying that debt?"

Harris froze but forced himself to relax. This was serious and he nodded respectfully. "Yes, I know you to be a man of honor Ambassador."

"My agents discovered that Star Fleet and Earth intelligence is following Amanda and her family."

"What!!!" Harris said indignant. "Why?"

"I do not know. However I do not think it is for their protection." Felix replied.

Harris's face turned dark and he drank his coffee to gather his thoughts. Then he said "I will look into it. Can you help me?"

"Yes, that is why I asked you here." Felix answered his antennae twitching