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. Part 4 in the IDIC universe.

By Lisa AKA Fire Star

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

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Part 38 Ace in the Hole G

Sarek entered his quarters and was not pleased to see Amanda had been having their bags transferred to the ship.

"Amanda we should take the Surak."

She turned to face her husband and smiled. She raised her fingers and he was forced to come to her side. He raised his brow knowing she was trying to control this situation.

"We are going to be transported on the Aries II. It is a fine ship with a very capable crew from Carbon Creek. Several of my families are on board including the captain and his wife. Before you object he is has been in command for over 45 years and is highly trained. While the Aries II is registered as a freighter, it is actually equivalent to the Surak. The only real difference is it looks far less intimidating. You agreed to come along as our guests. So do not try to force the issue. The Surak would only raise the Klingons hackles and we are attempting a peaceful resolution of our problems. We will also have several other ships in the area if there is need. You may have the Surak patrol the region but for the moment, no Vulcan war ship will be allowed near Altair 7. "

"That is not logical Amanda you may need our help."

"It is logical Sarek as Altair & is an independent world. Do not worry she is not without her own defenses. They to are well hidden. We have a small fleet moving to help protect the colony. Have faith in me Sarek and in the others. We know what we are doing."

Sarek looked away but conceded she had a point. "As you wish Amanda, for now. This may become far more Amanda. Know Vulcan will never allow Altair 7 to fall to the Klingons. This world matters far more to us then even Ceti does."

"I know beloved. Altair 7 is vital to us as well. It is why we are using such care. Next to Earth, it is the home world for our people. We love it dearly. There has to be a beginning of trust Sarek. So far, the Klingons only seem to want to trade. Maybe they are trying a new policy. I would say it is worth exploring even if we must use caution."

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Jamie carefully packed her ceremonial gear. This had to be done right. One thing that Earth people knew was that the Klingons had a deeply warrior like culture. This was a good thing, as Jamie knew her people could match this. The main difference was that Klingons were Patriarchal as compared to their more Matriarchal society. She just prayed that this did not blind them to reason and common sense. She had to admit that having Rabi Kalan along was a good idea provided he did not drive them all crazy. Rabi Kalan was a stubborn male.

Rabi beamed aboard the Aries II and headed for his quarters. He could not believe he was heading to Altair 7 again. It seemed he was always visiting his mother's home. He was not upset however as he was looking forward to seeing his family again. His brothers and sister and their children would be pleased at his surprise visit. He pulled out small-jeweled box. Opening it, he looked down at his house symbol. It seemed it was once more a good thing to be a Klingon. He just hoped it would help protect his clan and family in the Colony. He had no wish to have to fight his fellow Klingons. He was supposed to be the Clan Mother's Ace in the Hole. With luck they could bluff their way out of trouble. He just hoped that Amanda was as skilled as a diplomat as she was a teacher and more importantly that she could control Sarek. One did not need a Vulcan Ambassador to lose it and become all sentimental. For all their control he Rabi knew the significance of Altair 7 to Vulcan and he knew Vulcan would fight to defend it.

TBC…