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

This is a sequel to IDIC Future King

2007/8/7

Archive: Selek Yes everyone else just let me know.

Part 15 Why am I here? PG

Mallory listened as Harrison told her of the agents that had been following not only Amanda but Sarek as well. It was not a good thing in his mind. They were all wary after the kidnapping and trust between them and the government of Earth was non existent at this point. Even John Grayson was no longer willing to be as trusting. He had moved all of his funds and even his businesses registry to Vulcan controlled businesses. The move of his corporation to Vulcan had sent shockwaves through the stock market for several days and it had even opened a debate in the senate.

"Why do you believe that they are following Amanda?" Mallory asked.

"I do not know why they would be watching her. She holds no political position." Harrison said.

Mallory looked at him uncertain she believed that. She to had received reports on Amanda.

"Harrison she may not hold a position in the Vulcan political system yet but…. She is however connected to the ruling tribal council of First Nations here on Earth."

"Well yes, But she was never actively involved."

"Until now, Harrison I might worry about this if I did not know Amanda." Mallory explained

She raised her hand to forestall the protest. "She is from a powerful family and her marriage has connected her to an even more powerful house. Given this she is probably considered a risk. John has never been a follower. Of course they think Amanda will be like he is. Remember she is highly gifted in her own right a leader in her field. She is now married to one of the most important Ambassadors in the Federation You know as well as I do that we on Earth need Vulcan and her alliances far more then they need us. While it might appear that humans lead the Federation we are supported by Vulcan Science, Vulcan Trade, We still even use Vulcan Star charts for most of our travels. Some of the most important medical discoveries still come from Vulcan Medical teams. Amanda now has access to all of this and she is now one of the wealthiest women in the Federation."

Sara looked at her husband. She could see where Mallory was going with this. She looked at her husband who still was clearly not buying this. Harrison she knew still thought that Amanda was his little girl. "I see what you may think Mallory but the fact is it is disturbing. Amanda has never broken any law. She is an honorable person and we have to keep her safe."

"I agree but We need more intelligence. Who is leading this investigation. The real reason why? If we can find out that there is not a legitimate reason or that it is a personal vendetta we can perhaps put a stop to it." Mallory explained "Harrison you need to accept that Amanda is no longer that innocent child you knew. Her marriage and perhaps her heritage make her far more then that child."

Harrison glared at Mallory. She was one of the few people on Earth that knew the truth about his family. "That has nothing to do with this."

"Are you certain? Is it possible that the government has learned the truth? Remember the director all but shouted it out at the Federation Council meeting. Even with all the chaos someone must have heard it an began to check it out." Mallory asked. "If they know who and what she is or even suspect then that could be the reason why they have placed her and even John under surveillance. He has always been about control and making money. John Grayson has always had a great deal of influence. Until the attack he has never not gotten what he wanted. His moving his company and the money issues have angered a lot of people. Even My own government has been concerned."

"John is a businessman. He may be arrogant and at times a difficult SOB but he does not break the law. His ship designs are giving Starfleet and Earth the edge. It seems irrational that they are targeting my family." Harrison said He was clearly angry.

"If they can find proof then they can under the conventions of Hague confiscate the entire shipyard and all of his wealth." Mallory said.

"It would also guarantee that no one would dare challenge the President or the council." Harrison said. "That is what this is all about. It would also mean that it would embarrass Vulcan."

"Yes, It could force them to make concessions perhaps stand by while they look for more of our people. We have remained hidden but if they begin to actively look many will be at risk." Mallory explained.

"We have to prevent it. We all saw what happened with Miranda Jones and her family." Mallory said.

Harrison and Sara looked at each other and nodded that had been a near disaster.