1 00:00:03,884 --> 00:00:07,221 PICARD: Captain's log, stardate 44246.3. 2 00:00:07,387 --> 00:00:09,389 We're investigating radiation anomalies 3 00:00:09,556 --> 00:00:13,185 reported in the Gamma Arigulon system by the starship LaSalle. 4 00:00:13,352 --> 00:00:15,938 Preliminary readings are inconclusive. 5 00:00:16,522 --> 00:00:19,107 - Mr. Data? DATA: No changes, commander. 6 00:00:19,274 --> 00:00:22,611 I can detect no abnormalities in the star's radiant energy. 7 00:00:23,195 --> 00:00:24,988 Prepare two class-one probes. 8 00:00:26,240 --> 00:00:29,243 - Probes ready, captain. - Initiate launch sequence. 9 00:00:29,409 --> 00:00:30,786 [MACHINE BEEPING] 10 00:00:30,953 --> 00:00:33,830 Captain, Klingon attack cruiser decloaking. 11 00:00:33,997 --> 00:00:38,293 - Bearing 0-1-0, mark 2-3-7. PICARD: Belay that order, Mr. Data. 12 00:00:38,460 --> 00:00:41,672 Did Starfleet mention any Klingon ships in this sector? 13 00:00:42,297 --> 00:00:43,966 On screen. 14 00:00:45,259 --> 00:00:46,301 [MACHINE BEEPING] 15 00:00:46,635 --> 00:00:47,803 WORF: We are being hailed. 16 00:00:47,970 --> 00:00:51,306 RIKER: All stop, Mr. Crusher. - Aye, sir, all stop. 17 00:00:51,473 --> 00:00:53,267 Open a channel. 18 00:00:55,185 --> 00:00:56,812 Hello, Captain Picard. 19 00:00:57,437 --> 00:00:59,439 Ambassador K'Ehleyr. 20 00:00:59,982 --> 00:01:01,984 This is an unexpected pleasure. 21 00:01:02,150 --> 00:01:06,572 It's good to see you again, captain. Lieutenant Worf. 22 00:01:07,573 --> 00:01:09,575 PICARD: How may we be of assistance, ambassador? 23 00:01:10,033 --> 00:01:12,035 There is an urgent matter we must discuss, captain. 24 00:01:12,202 --> 00:01:13,328 Permission to come aboard? 25 00:01:13,495 --> 00:01:14,871 PICARD: Granted. 26 00:01:16,456 --> 00:01:19,001 Lieutenant, please receive our guest. 27 00:01:20,794 --> 00:01:22,337 Captain. 28 00:01:23,213 --> 00:01:27,175 I must request permission to send another officer. 29 00:01:27,384 --> 00:01:29,261 May I know your reason? 30 00:01:30,095 --> 00:01:35,475 My dishonor among Klingons may offend Ambassador K'Ehleyr. 31 00:01:37,269 --> 00:01:39,396 Lieutenant, you are a member of this crew, 32 00:01:39,563 --> 00:01:44,192 and you will not go into hiding whenever a Klingon vessel uncloaks. 33 00:01:44,901 --> 00:01:47,529 I withdraw my request, sir. 34 00:01:52,826 --> 00:01:54,369 I just received coordinates, sir. 35 00:01:54,536 --> 00:01:57,456 Ready to transport two from the Klingon vessel. 36 00:01:58,373 --> 00:02:00,792 - Two? - Yes, sir. 37 00:02:01,501 --> 00:02:03,211 Energize. 38 00:02:47,589 --> 00:02:51,718 PICARD: Space, the final frontier. 39 00:02:52,386 --> 00:02:56,431 These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise. 40 00:02:56,598 --> 00:03:01,687 Its continuing mission: to explore strange new worlds, 41 00:03:02,020 --> 00:03:06,108 to seek out new life and new civilizations, 42 00:03:06,566 --> 00:03:10,821 to boldly go where no one has gone before. 43 00:04:12,382 --> 00:04:13,425 [CHILDREN CHATTERING] 44 00:04:24,186 --> 00:04:25,479 I hope he'll be all right. 45 00:04:25,854 --> 00:04:29,357 Alexander hasn't had much contact with other children. 46 00:04:44,247 --> 00:04:47,918 Not even a bite on the cheek for old time's sake? 47 00:04:50,378 --> 00:04:53,131 Perhaps you are not aware of my dishonor. 48 00:04:53,298 --> 00:04:58,011 - I have accepted discommendation. - I've heard. 49 00:04:58,178 --> 00:05:02,724 So now what? I have to perform some ridiculous ritual to talk to you? 50 00:05:04,434 --> 00:05:07,521 You may not respect our traditions, 51 00:05:08,188 --> 00:05:09,856 but I do! 52 00:05:10,023 --> 00:05:14,277 Sorry. I just thought you might want to talk. 53 00:05:14,986 --> 00:05:18,824 A few minutes ago, you looked like someone with a question to ask. 54 00:05:21,159 --> 00:05:23,870 Must I ask the question? 55 00:05:26,498 --> 00:05:29,501 Yes. You must. 56 00:05:35,340 --> 00:05:39,010 What should I tell Alexander? That he has no father? 57 00:05:46,560 --> 00:05:48,895 The Klingon Empire is at a critical juncture. 58 00:05:49,062 --> 00:05:51,064 We may be facing civil war. 59 00:05:51,231 --> 00:05:54,109 - War over what? K'EHLEYR: The usual excuses. 60 00:05:54,276 --> 00:05:57,779 Tradition, duty, honor. 61 00:05:58,613 --> 00:06:02,325 The word excuses implied ulterior motives for a conflict. 62 00:06:02,492 --> 00:06:05,829 I won't bore you with the intricacies of Klingon politics. 63 00:06:05,996 --> 00:06:09,457 Basically, two factions are trying to seize power. 64 00:06:09,624 --> 00:06:12,460 Do you believe there is a threat to the Federation in this struggle? 65 00:06:13,086 --> 00:06:15,672 Klingon wars seldom remain confined to the Empire. 66 00:06:15,839 --> 00:06:18,592 Sooner or later they'll drag in the neighboring star systems. 67 00:06:18,758 --> 00:06:20,802 Then the Tholians, the Ferengi. 68 00:06:20,969 --> 00:06:23,889 The Federation won't be able to stay out of it for long. 69 00:06:24,055 --> 00:06:25,807 This has been coming for some time. 70 00:06:25,974 --> 00:06:29,853 Only K'mpec, the head of the council, has been able to maintain the peace. 71 00:06:30,020 --> 00:06:33,148 - Now something has changed that. K'EHLEYR: Correct. 72 00:06:33,857 --> 00:06:35,483 K'mpec is dying. 73 00:06:36,443 --> 00:06:38,403 He is aboard the cruiser. 74 00:06:38,570 --> 00:06:40,989 He has come specifically to meet with you, captain. 75 00:06:41,573 --> 00:06:43,283 Alone. 76 00:06:58,089 --> 00:07:01,259 K'MPEC: It's about time you arrived, Picard. 77 00:07:02,761 --> 00:07:04,262 Sit. 78 00:07:23,740 --> 00:07:24,783 [GRUNTS] 79 00:07:29,746 --> 00:07:31,289 I need your help. 80 00:07:31,748 --> 00:07:34,793 The Enterprise medical facility can do anything to help-- 81 00:07:34,960 --> 00:07:36,795 Too late. 82 00:07:36,962 --> 00:07:39,047 For some months, 83 00:07:39,214 --> 00:07:45,470 I have been poisoned with small doses of Veridium 6. 84 00:07:45,637 --> 00:07:47,597 The wine. 85 00:07:50,558 --> 00:07:51,893 There is no cure. 86 00:07:52,060 --> 00:07:53,103 [CHUCKLES] 87 00:07:55,897 --> 00:07:57,774 What do you want of me? 88 00:07:58,400 --> 00:08:02,696 After I die, you will act in my name, 89 00:08:02,862 --> 00:08:05,407 to arbitrate the struggle for power. 90 00:08:07,158 --> 00:08:08,201 I will? 91 00:08:08,368 --> 00:08:10,954 No one on the council can be trusted, 92 00:08:11,287 --> 00:08:18,294 And I have my reasons for wanting an outsider. 93 00:08:19,379 --> 00:08:22,799 K'mpec, you cannot possibly be serious. 94 00:08:23,508 --> 00:08:25,927 A Federation officer has no business-- 95 00:08:26,094 --> 00:08:29,014 Nonsense. 96 00:08:29,305 --> 00:08:32,767 You are an accomplished mediator. 97 00:08:32,934 --> 00:08:36,813 This is no different than any other dispute 98 00:08:36,980 --> 00:08:39,107 requiring your services. 99 00:08:39,274 --> 00:08:42,652 On the contrary, I think this is very different. 100 00:08:43,028 --> 00:08:46,406 And I must respectfully decline. 101 00:08:46,573 --> 00:08:53,580 If you refuse the dying request of the Klingon Supreme Commander, 102 00:08:54,497 --> 00:08:59,210 it will be an insult by the Federation to all Klingons. 103 00:08:59,586 --> 00:09:03,715 Besides, I've already sent the order 104 00:09:04,174 --> 00:09:06,468 to the leaders of the opposing two factions. 105 00:09:06,634 --> 00:09:07,677 They're on their way. 106 00:09:07,844 --> 00:09:10,805 You had no right to involve me without my permission. 107 00:09:10,972 --> 00:09:16,186 If I'd asked, you would have said no. 108 00:09:20,398 --> 00:09:25,487 This is not just a case of simple mediation. 109 00:09:26,237 --> 00:09:31,493 You are asking me to choose the next leader of the Klingon Empire. 110 00:09:31,659 --> 00:09:34,162 No. 111 00:09:34,537 --> 00:09:36,498 By tradition, 112 00:09:36,664 --> 00:09:43,505 the two strongest challengers fight for the right of succession. 113 00:09:43,671 --> 00:09:49,344 As mediator, only you can designate those challengers. 114 00:09:50,345 --> 00:09:53,973 But you have just said there are only two challengers arriving. 115 00:09:54,140 --> 00:09:55,308 What is the point? 116 00:09:56,226 --> 00:10:03,149 I want you to discover which one of them has killed me. 117 00:10:03,525 --> 00:10:07,195 Gowron or Duras. 118 00:10:08,196 --> 00:10:11,199 Yes, Duras. 119 00:10:11,366 --> 00:10:15,995 I thought you would find that interesting. 120 00:10:17,539 --> 00:10:19,582 Interesting? 121 00:10:25,421 --> 00:10:29,509 You could say that, since he tried to have me killed, 122 00:10:30,176 --> 00:10:33,054 and conspired to strip Worf of his good name. 123 00:10:33,221 --> 00:10:39,018 And I approved. 124 00:10:40,019 --> 00:10:44,732 All for the glory of the Empire. Heh. 125 00:10:45,233 --> 00:10:49,654 That should be my epitaph. 126 00:10:52,240 --> 00:10:55,702 Find the assassin. 127 00:10:56,369 --> 00:11:00,039 The Klingon who kills without showing his face 128 00:11:00,206 --> 00:11:01,624 has no honor. 129 00:11:01,791 --> 00:11:04,502 He must not lead the Empire. 130 00:11:04,669 --> 00:11:09,591 Such a man would be capable of anything. 131 00:11:10,967 --> 00:11:15,430 Even war with the Federation. 132 00:11:19,267 --> 00:11:23,813 Very well. I accept. 133 00:11:38,453 --> 00:11:40,121 PICARD: Captain's log, supplemental. 134 00:11:40,288 --> 00:11:44,959 K'mpec, who ruled the Klingon Empire longer than anyone in history, is dead. 135 00:11:45,126 --> 00:11:47,086 We await the arrival of Duras and Gowron, 136 00:11:47,253 --> 00:11:49,797 rivals for the leadership of the High Council. 137 00:11:51,174 --> 00:11:52,217 [CHATTERING] 138 00:11:53,051 --> 00:11:54,093 [GROWLS] 139 00:11:54,260 --> 00:11:56,471 BOY 1: Hey! BOY 2: Don't do that. 140 00:11:56,638 --> 00:11:58,014 GIRL 1: That's not the way you play. 141 00:11:58,181 --> 00:11:59,474 GIRL 2: Hey. BOY 3: Why did you do that? 142 00:11:59,641 --> 00:12:03,394 GIRL 3: Now we start all over again. BOY 4: Aw, man. 143 00:12:04,312 --> 00:12:06,731 There is no honor in attacking the weak. 144 00:12:07,148 --> 00:12:09,108 I would have won. 145 00:12:09,275 --> 00:12:12,820 No. You must earn victory. 146 00:12:17,825 --> 00:12:21,496 - Where are the other Klingons? - There are no others on board. 147 00:12:21,663 --> 00:12:22,830 Why? 148 00:12:22,997 --> 00:12:24,499 The Federation and the Klingon Empire 149 00:12:24,666 --> 00:12:26,125 were enemies for many years. 150 00:12:26,292 --> 00:12:29,170 No other Klingons have asked to serve in Starfleet. 151 00:12:29,337 --> 00:12:30,421 Why? 152 00:12:30,588 --> 00:12:33,216 A warrior does not ask SO many questions. 153 00:12:33,383 --> 00:12:36,511 I don't want to be a warrior. 154 00:12:43,017 --> 00:12:45,186 K'EHLEYR: Hello! Unh. 155 00:12:45,478 --> 00:12:49,941 - Well, you're back early. - He made me leave. 156 00:12:50,108 --> 00:12:54,153 Maybe you should go to your room and play. 157 00:12:57,657 --> 00:12:59,701 Is he under arrest? 158 00:13:01,369 --> 00:13:05,206 - He knows nothing of our ways. - Our ways? 159 00:13:05,373 --> 00:13:07,000 You mean Klingon ways, don't you? 160 00:13:07,166 --> 00:13:08,209 He is Klingon! 161 00:13:08,376 --> 00:13:11,504 He is also my son, and I am half human. 162 00:13:11,671 --> 00:13:14,257 He will find his own ways. 163 00:13:14,424 --> 00:13:15,883 Why the sudden concern? 164 00:13:16,050 --> 00:13:17,719 You won't even acknowledge that he's yours. 165 00:13:18,928 --> 00:13:22,265 - Why did you not tell me? - And what would you have done? 166 00:13:24,100 --> 00:13:25,143 That's right. 167 00:13:25,435 --> 00:13:27,437 You would have insisted that we take the oath, 168 00:13:27,603 --> 00:13:30,273 just as tradition would demand. 169 00:13:31,733 --> 00:13:34,402 You should not have kept this from me. 170 00:13:35,737 --> 00:13:37,196 Well... 171 00:13:38,614 --> 00:13:39,907 Now you know. 172 00:13:45,788 --> 00:13:50,084 I cannot acknowledge my relationship to the boy. 173 00:13:50,251 --> 00:13:53,421 - It would only harm him. - Because you were dishonored? 174 00:13:53,588 --> 00:13:56,716 As my son, he would also bear my disgrace. 175 00:13:56,883 --> 00:13:59,177 As would his children. 176 00:13:59,344 --> 00:14:03,598 Why did you accept discommendation from the High Council? 177 00:14:03,765 --> 00:14:07,727 My father was accused of collaborating with the Romulans at Khitomer. 178 00:14:07,894 --> 00:14:11,397 I know, and I also know that you challenged it. 179 00:14:11,564 --> 00:14:14,901 Yes, at first. Ultimately, I withdrew my challenge. 180 00:14:15,068 --> 00:14:17,987 But why, Worf? I can't believe you'd just give up. 181 00:14:18,154 --> 00:14:19,822 What really happened? 182 00:14:19,989 --> 00:14:22,158 RIKER [OVER COM]. Lieutenant Worf, Ambassador K'Ehleyr, 183 00:14:22,325 --> 00:14:23,534 report to the Bridge. 184 00:14:23,701 --> 00:14:25,745 On our way, commander. 185 00:14:39,467 --> 00:14:43,721 Klingon vessels Vorn and Buruk holding stations at 13 kilometers, sir. 186 00:14:43,888 --> 00:14:45,848 Open a channel, Mr. Data. 187 00:14:46,015 --> 00:14:49,102 Channel is open, sir. Vorn responding to hail. 188 00:14:49,727 --> 00:14:50,978 On screen. 189 00:14:52,647 --> 00:14:54,524 Let's get this over with, Picard. 190 00:14:56,818 --> 00:14:58,778 In good time, Duras. 191 00:14:58,945 --> 00:15:02,448 Even in death, K'mpec makes foolish decisions. 192 00:15:02,615 --> 00:15:04,617 You should not be involved in this, human. 193 00:15:05,159 --> 00:15:07,995 The Sonchi ceremony will take place in one hour 194 00:15:08,162 --> 00:15:09,455 aboard K'mpec's vessel. 195 00:15:09,622 --> 00:15:11,707 One hour! What is the delay? 196 00:15:12,083 --> 00:15:15,795 There is no delay. It is the time I have chosen. 197 00:15:17,004 --> 00:15:21,342 Exactly one hour, Picard. Do not be late. 198 00:15:22,385 --> 00:15:25,513 Keep that pahtak away from the ceremony, Picard! 199 00:15:25,680 --> 00:15:28,141 He has no place on a Klingon ship. 200 00:15:28,307 --> 00:15:29,809 PICARD: Picard out. 201 00:15:31,853 --> 00:15:33,229 Contact Gowron's ship. 202 00:15:33,396 --> 00:15:35,648 Tell him to meet us aboard K'mpec's vessel. 203 00:15:36,190 --> 00:15:40,069 Ambassador, meet me in Transporter Room 6 in one hour. 204 00:15:40,236 --> 00:15:43,531 We will begin the ceremony a little late. Mr. Worf. 205 00:15:51,664 --> 00:15:55,042 Mr. Worf, the next few days will be difficult for you. 206 00:15:55,710 --> 00:15:59,589 You have made it clear that I am to perform my regular duties, sir. 207 00:15:59,755 --> 00:16:03,801 I want you to know that I am aware of your discomfort. 208 00:16:05,094 --> 00:16:06,554 Thank you, sir. 209 00:16:08,055 --> 00:16:10,224 Ambassador K'Ehleyr will be preparing me 210 00:16:10,391 --> 00:16:12,560 for my role in the rite of succession. 211 00:16:12,727 --> 00:16:14,562 Permission to speak freely, sir? 212 00:16:16,022 --> 00:16:17,106 Granted. 213 00:16:17,857 --> 00:16:21,402 Duras must not be allowed to lead the council. 214 00:16:22,361 --> 00:16:24,906 He has a legal claim, Mr. Worf. 215 00:16:25,239 --> 00:16:28,826 - Your personal feelings towards him-- - It is not personal, sir. 216 00:16:28,993 --> 00:16:31,454 His father betrayed my people to the Romulans. 217 00:16:31,621 --> 00:16:33,039 Duras is a traitor. 218 00:16:35,583 --> 00:16:39,337 Klingon tradition may hold the son responsible for his father's sin. 219 00:16:39,504 --> 00:16:43,424 I cannot. Treason was his father's crime. 220 00:16:43,591 --> 00:16:48,221 Duras' crime was to lay that blame on your father. 221 00:16:48,387 --> 00:16:50,097 I will not forget that. 222 00:16:50,264 --> 00:16:52,183 But you should not forget 223 00:16:52,350 --> 00:16:56,103 that you chose to accept the consequences of that lie. 224 00:16:56,896 --> 00:16:59,482 To preserve the Empire. 225 00:17:01,943 --> 00:17:06,697 The issue now is whether or not he killed K'mpec. 226 00:17:07,573 --> 00:17:08,616 Sir? 227 00:17:09,492 --> 00:17:10,576 He was murdered. 228 00:17:11,577 --> 00:17:13,246 Poisoned. 229 00:17:23,005 --> 00:17:26,217 A Klingon would not use poison. 230 00:17:28,636 --> 00:17:30,471 His murder would have no honor. 231 00:17:30,638 --> 00:17:34,517 K'mpec believed that it was either Duras or Gowron. 232 00:17:37,353 --> 00:17:39,105 Well, I know little of Gowron. 233 00:17:39,272 --> 00:17:42,483 Only that he is an outsider who has often challenged the council. 234 00:17:42,650 --> 00:17:44,485 But Duras... 235 00:17:45,611 --> 00:17:47,822 I know him. 236 00:17:52,159 --> 00:17:55,413 His heart is not Klingon. 237 00:18:08,676 --> 00:18:10,511 That's Gowron. 238 00:18:13,598 --> 00:18:15,516 I hope this will be brief. 239 00:18:15,683 --> 00:18:20,062 It will be just long enough to prove that K'mpec is dead. 240 00:18:36,621 --> 00:18:37,663 [SPEAKS IN KLINGON] 241 00:18:47,506 --> 00:18:48,549 [SPEAKS IN KLINGON] 242 00:19:03,189 --> 00:19:04,231 [SPEAKS IN KLINGON] 243 00:19:17,745 --> 00:19:19,413 Sonchi. 244 00:19:24,585 --> 00:19:28,089 Now, complete the rite of succession. 245 00:19:28,255 --> 00:19:30,424 It's obvious who the two challengers are. 246 00:19:30,591 --> 00:19:33,094 We will proceed according to the traditions 247 00:19:33,260 --> 00:19:35,638 and the precedents set down in Klingon law. 248 00:19:35,805 --> 00:19:39,266 What do you know of Klingon law? 249 00:19:41,060 --> 00:19:42,269 Human. 250 00:19:42,436 --> 00:19:44,271 We will reconvene on board the Enterprise. 251 00:19:44,438 --> 00:19:46,190 - Where--? - No, finish it here! 252 00:19:46,357 --> 00:19:47,608 Now! 253 00:20:00,204 --> 00:20:01,247 [DOOR OPENS] 254 00:20:06,293 --> 00:20:09,171 I have not received your report on the explosion. 255 00:20:10,131 --> 00:20:14,760 Two Klingons killed. A few minor injuries. 256 00:20:15,010 --> 00:20:16,387 Were you concerned about me? 257 00:20:17,304 --> 00:20:21,517 As head of security, it is my duty to be concerned. 258 00:20:21,684 --> 00:20:25,438 Is that it? Just official concern for my well-being? 259 00:20:26,605 --> 00:20:28,566 You know my feelings. 260 00:20:30,568 --> 00:20:32,820 Maybe I've forgotten. 261 00:20:35,573 --> 00:20:37,324 You were right. 262 00:20:37,658 --> 00:20:40,786 I would have insisted we take the oath. 263 00:20:42,455 --> 00:20:44,498 But not just because of tradition. 264 00:20:45,750 --> 00:20:50,421 I thought about telling you. Wanted to tell you. 265 00:20:50,838 --> 00:20:52,882 But I wasn't ready. 266 00:20:54,175 --> 00:20:58,846 When I left, you said you'd never be complete without me. 267 00:20:59,764 --> 00:21:01,682 It took some time, 268 00:21:01,849 --> 00:21:07,021 but I came to realize that I need you too. 269 00:21:10,524 --> 00:21:13,027 You're a part of me, Worf. 270 00:21:26,624 --> 00:21:27,666 [SPEAKS IN KLINGON] 271 00:21:31,128 --> 00:21:32,171 [SPEAKS IN KLINGON] 272 00:21:44,058 --> 00:21:47,728 No, I can't allow you to suffer my humiliation. 273 00:21:47,895 --> 00:21:49,063 There would be no suffering. 274 00:21:49,230 --> 00:21:51,357 I don't care what other Klingons think of you. 275 00:21:51,524 --> 00:21:53,317 But what of the boy? 276 00:21:53,484 --> 00:21:56,779 He may want to live in the Empire someday. 277 00:21:57,446 --> 00:22:01,408 He would be an outcast. Another traitor from a family of traitors. 278 00:22:01,575 --> 00:22:05,663 Family of traitors, I don't believe that for a minute. 279 00:22:10,084 --> 00:22:13,254 Respect my wishes in this matter. 280 00:22:13,629 --> 00:22:17,132 I cannot take the oath with you. 281 00:22:19,677 --> 00:22:22,179 Nor can I claim your son. 282 00:22:27,434 --> 00:22:30,271 If you cannot be his father, 283 00:22:31,605 --> 00:22:33,858 at least be his friend. 284 00:22:43,117 --> 00:22:45,286 We haven't completed our analysis of the bomb debris, 285 00:22:45,452 --> 00:22:47,288 and Dr. Crusher is still studying the remains 286 00:22:47,454 --> 00:22:49,957 of the men killed in the explosion, we need more time. 287 00:22:50,124 --> 00:22:51,959 Duras and Gowron will be here in a few minutes. 288 00:22:52,126 --> 00:22:54,420 I don't think you can delay this meeting again. 289 00:22:54,587 --> 00:22:58,799 Is there any way of stretching out the formalities once they arrive? 290 00:22:58,966 --> 00:23:01,635 In the modern rite of succession, only a brief proclamation 291 00:23:01,802 --> 00:23:04,096 that two challengers have been chosen is necessary. 292 00:23:04,972 --> 00:23:06,473 You said modern rite. 293 00:23:06,640 --> 00:23:08,434 How was the ritual performed in the past? 294 00:23:09,184 --> 00:23:12,479 The old forms dictated that the challengers perform the ja‘chuq. 295 00:23:12,646 --> 00:23:15,691 It's a long, involved ceremony in which the challengers 296 00:23:15,858 --> 00:23:18,402 list the battles they've won, the prizes they've taken. 297 00:23:18,569 --> 00:23:21,405 The idea being to prove their worthiness to lead the council. 298 00:23:22,656 --> 00:23:24,408 Can the old form still be used? 299 00:23:25,492 --> 00:23:28,746 It's up to you. You can use whatever form you want. 300 00:23:30,164 --> 00:23:31,749 Thank you. 301 00:23:36,003 --> 00:23:40,507 Captain, what do you know about Worf's discommendation? 302 00:23:40,674 --> 00:23:41,717 My interest is personal. 303 00:23:41,884 --> 00:23:43,928 I understand that you were there, 304 00:23:44,094 --> 00:23:46,680 that you stood by him before the council. 305 00:23:46,847 --> 00:23:48,390 I'd like to know what happened. 306 00:23:48,974 --> 00:23:51,018 I'm sorry. I can't discuss it. 307 00:24:04,031 --> 00:24:06,533 Council must have a leader now! 308 00:24:06,700 --> 00:24:09,870 Complete the rite so I can kill this ha'Dlbah. 309 00:24:10,037 --> 00:24:15,042 You will die slowly, Duras. 310 00:24:15,209 --> 00:24:19,129 You have already proved you haven't the courage to face me. 311 00:24:19,296 --> 00:24:21,215 Perhaps you should plant another bomb. 312 00:24:21,382 --> 00:24:22,591 [GOWRON YELLS THEN MAN GRUNTS] 313 00:24:22,758 --> 00:24:23,801 [DUMAS GRUNTS THEN PICARD YELLS IN KLINGON] 314 00:24:26,220 --> 00:24:27,721 Sit down. 315 00:24:43,320 --> 00:24:46,865 - We will begin the ja'chuq. - What? 316 00:24:47,032 --> 00:24:49,743 This woman has been giving you bad advice, Picard. 317 00:24:49,910 --> 00:24:51,745 The ja'chuq is obsolete. 318 00:24:51,912 --> 00:24:55,332 It is my choice to respect the ancient rituals. 319 00:24:55,499 --> 00:24:57,626 Each of you will have to prove your worthiness 320 00:24:57,793 --> 00:24:58,919 to lead the High Council. 321 00:24:59,086 --> 00:25:01,005 That will take hours. 322 00:25:01,171 --> 00:25:05,092 Or days, depending on your cooperation. 323 00:25:17,563 --> 00:25:20,607 ALEXANDER: What is this? WORF: A bat'leth. 324 00:25:20,983 --> 00:25:23,110 It belonged to my father. 325 00:25:23,277 --> 00:25:26,196 It has been in our family for ten generations. 326 00:25:26,655 --> 00:25:28,866 Let me hold it. 327 00:25:40,419 --> 00:25:42,629 No, no, no, no. 328 00:25:42,838 --> 00:25:46,091 Do not think of it as a weapon. 329 00:25:46,258 --> 00:25:48,844 Make it part of your hand. 330 00:25:50,971 --> 00:25:52,139 Part of your arm. 331 00:25:53,807 --> 00:25:55,934 Make it part of you. 332 00:25:58,353 --> 00:25:59,396 [MACHINE BEEPING] 333 00:26:04,318 --> 00:26:07,279 K'EHLEYR: The next meeting is in three hours. 334 00:26:07,446 --> 00:26:10,032 I would speak with you alone, ambassador. 335 00:26:10,616 --> 00:26:12,326 I'm honored. 336 00:26:12,785 --> 00:26:16,163 Picard is prolonging the ja‘chuq. Why? 337 00:26:16,330 --> 00:26:19,333 He has sufficient reason to proceed carefully. 338 00:26:19,500 --> 00:26:23,295 He relies on you for his knowledge of Klingon law. 339 00:26:23,462 --> 00:26:24,713 Yes. 340 00:26:25,464 --> 00:26:28,842 Then he values your advice. 341 00:26:29,093 --> 00:26:33,847 - You could quicken the pace. - Possibly, why should 1? 342 00:26:34,014 --> 00:26:37,434 Your position is unique. 343 00:26:37,851 --> 00:26:41,188 Have you never wondered about serving the Klingon Empire? 344 00:26:41,355 --> 00:26:43,857 I serve in my own way. 345 00:26:44,024 --> 00:26:46,026 As a Federation ambassador. 346 00:26:46,193 --> 00:26:50,739 A few rewards, but little glory. 347 00:26:51,573 --> 00:26:53,117 What do you want? 348 00:26:55,869 --> 00:26:59,039 What do you want? Command of a ship? 349 00:26:59,540 --> 00:27:01,625 A seat on the council? 350 00:27:01,792 --> 00:27:05,420 There are many opportunities for you in the Empire. 351 00:27:05,587 --> 00:27:10,926 Opportunities that will present themselves only if you come to power. 352 00:27:11,093 --> 00:27:13,595 You talk like a Ferengi. 353 00:27:15,556 --> 00:27:18,892 K'mpec was also stubborn. He too refused to listen. 354 00:27:19,059 --> 00:27:23,021 Now, he's gone. 355 00:27:24,982 --> 00:27:29,069 You need not make the same mistake. 356 00:27:29,236 --> 00:27:34,992 K'mpec was old and weak. I am not. 357 00:27:36,160 --> 00:27:37,202 [CHUCKLES] 358 00:27:46,253 --> 00:27:48,589 We've completed our analysis of the bomb debris, commander. 359 00:27:48,755 --> 00:27:50,716 The explosive was a triceron derivative. 360 00:27:50,883 --> 00:27:52,301 And the entire device 361 00:27:52,467 --> 00:27:55,262 couldn't have been more than three cubic millimeters in size. 362 00:27:55,429 --> 00:27:57,347 It could have been hidden anywhere in that room. 363 00:27:58,307 --> 00:27:59,600 There's one more thing. 364 00:27:59,766 --> 00:28:02,436 The bomb had a molecular-decay detonator. 365 00:28:02,603 --> 00:28:04,771 Only one race uses that device, sir. 366 00:28:06,857 --> 00:28:08,984 The Romulans. 367 00:28:12,821 --> 00:28:17,701 How could the Romulans plant a bomb on board a Klingon attack cruiser? 368 00:28:17,868 --> 00:28:19,119 It would be impossible. 369 00:28:19,286 --> 00:28:22,789 Not if the Romulans had help from one of the Klingons. 370 00:28:22,956 --> 00:28:25,250 Klingons and Romulans working together? 371 00:28:25,417 --> 00:28:27,419 They've been blood enemies for 75 years. 372 00:28:27,586 --> 00:28:30,756 Perhaps Duras or Gowron wishes to improve that relationship. 373 00:28:31,173 --> 00:28:33,508 A new Klingon alliance with the Romulans? 374 00:28:33,675 --> 00:28:34,801 If true, 375 00:28:34,968 --> 00:28:38,263 it would represent a fundamental shift of power in the quadrant. 376 00:28:38,430 --> 00:28:41,642 Indeed. It would put the Federation in a very difficult position. 377 00:28:43,060 --> 00:28:45,312 Duras, or Gowron? 378 00:28:45,479 --> 00:28:49,274 Gowron came to me alone. Wanted me to speed up the ja'chuq. 379 00:28:49,441 --> 00:28:51,902 Offered me a seat on the council if I'd help him. 380 00:28:52,069 --> 00:28:54,238 Well, that doesn't suggest a Romulan connection. 381 00:28:54,821 --> 00:28:58,742 He also implied I'd end up like K'mpec if I didn't cooperate. 382 00:28:58,909 --> 00:29:03,163 Captain, I disagree. It must be Duras. 383 00:29:03,330 --> 00:29:04,998 Why? 384 00:29:05,499 --> 00:29:09,753 We have had prior dealings with Duras that show him to be untrustworthy. 385 00:29:10,587 --> 00:29:12,339 Can you be more specific? 386 00:29:12,839 --> 00:29:14,007 No. 387 00:29:14,633 --> 00:29:17,678 Mr. Worf, we have a conspiracy on our hands 388 00:29:17,844 --> 00:29:21,390 that could be a direct threat to the security of the Federation. 389 00:29:21,556 --> 00:29:22,849 Yes, sir. 390 00:29:23,016 --> 00:29:25,060 As chief security officer, I want you to accompany me 391 00:29:25,227 --> 00:29:26,270 to the next proceeding. 392 00:29:28,355 --> 00:29:33,568 Captain, they will be incensed. My presence will be disruptive. 393 00:29:34,528 --> 00:29:37,906 Yes. It will. 394 00:29:42,995 --> 00:29:45,998 Computer, list stardates of the last Enterprise mission 395 00:29:46,164 --> 00:29:47,582 to the Klingon home planet. 396 00:29:47,749 --> 00:29:52,337 COMPUTERIZED VOICE: Stardates 43685 through 43689. 397 00:29:52,504 --> 00:29:54,756 How many ship's logs during that period? 398 00:29:54,923 --> 00:29:59,052 COMPUTERIZED VOICE: Forty-three officer's logs. Ten personal logs. 399 00:29:59,219 --> 00:30:01,805 Is there a personal log for Lieutenant Worf? 400 00:30:01,972 --> 00:30:05,309 COMPUTERIZED VOICE: Affirmative. Access is restricted. 401 00:30:06,226 --> 00:30:08,020 Eliminate all personal logs. 402 00:30:08,186 --> 00:30:11,064 List the remaining 43 in chronological order. 403 00:30:11,231 --> 00:30:14,359 We'll just take them one at a time. 404 00:30:19,239 --> 00:30:20,282 [SPEAKING IN KLINGON] 405 00:30:34,296 --> 00:30:37,382 Both your claims have been properly made and recorded. 406 00:30:38,258 --> 00:30:41,011 We are ready for the final phase of the ja'chuq. 407 00:30:42,095 --> 00:30:45,307 There will be a recess while I review your petitions. 408 00:30:50,103 --> 00:30:51,521 I'm sure you're as concerned as I am 409 00:30:51,688 --> 00:30:54,649 about the explosion aboard K'mpec's vessel. 410 00:30:54,816 --> 00:30:57,694 I assume that you are both continuing your investigations? 411 00:30:58,445 --> 00:31:00,280 Investigations are complete. 412 00:31:00,447 --> 00:31:02,991 They revealed nothing of any importance. 413 00:31:04,159 --> 00:31:06,453 Now that's very surprising. 414 00:31:07,037 --> 00:31:12,292 Our analysis turned up some startling results. 415 00:31:16,838 --> 00:31:18,840 Will you join us, lieutenant? 416 00:31:20,425 --> 00:31:22,928 DURAS: What is this? - He has no place here, Picard! 417 00:31:23,095 --> 00:31:25,097 I will not sit at the same table with that! 418 00:31:25,472 --> 00:31:27,974 It is my prerogative to investigate anything 419 00:31:28,141 --> 00:31:30,811 that may be relevant to the rite of succession. 420 00:31:30,977 --> 00:31:32,813 Lieutenant Worf is my chief security officer. 421 00:31:32,979 --> 00:31:36,024 - His presence is required. - We will not proceed! 422 00:31:37,234 --> 00:31:40,654 If you wish to withdraw from the ja'chuq, 423 00:31:41,655 --> 00:31:43,490 that is your option. 424 00:31:46,284 --> 00:31:47,994 Proceed, Mr. Worf. 425 00:31:50,497 --> 00:31:53,625 What did your investigations reveal about the explosion? 426 00:31:56,128 --> 00:31:57,963 It was a bomb. 427 00:32:00,090 --> 00:32:03,176 And was your analysis just as insightful? 428 00:32:03,343 --> 00:32:06,179 It was a common explosive. 429 00:32:06,346 --> 00:32:09,141 WORF: What type? - Triceron. 430 00:32:09,307 --> 00:32:11,560 - What about the detonator? DURAS: This is pointless! 431 00:32:11,726 --> 00:32:13,353 Findings were inconclusive. 432 00:32:16,022 --> 00:32:20,360 Fortunately, our investigation was more thorough. 433 00:32:20,527 --> 00:32:23,864 The bomb used a molecular-decay detonator. 434 00:32:24,030 --> 00:32:25,282 What? 435 00:32:25,449 --> 00:32:27,451 A Romulan device. 436 00:32:29,870 --> 00:32:35,876 I will return to my ship to confirm these conclusions myself. 437 00:32:36,376 --> 00:32:38,336 As will I. 438 00:32:39,212 --> 00:32:41,882 Mr. Worf, please be sure to send a complete record 439 00:32:42,048 --> 00:32:46,219 of our findings to both vessels and to the High Council. 440 00:32:47,137 --> 00:32:50,640 - Aye, sir. PICARD: That will be all. 441 00:32:51,349 --> 00:32:55,228 Computer, interlock with the Klingon Imperial information net. 442 00:32:55,395 --> 00:32:57,022 COMPUTERIZED VOICE: Interlock established. 443 00:32:57,189 --> 00:32:58,857 Federation Ambassador K'Ehleyr 444 00:32:59,024 --> 00:33:01,818 requesting diplomatic access to High Council records. 445 00:33:01,985 --> 00:33:03,820 Security code pah doQ cha. 446 00:33:03,987 --> 00:33:05,030 COMPUTERIZED VOICE: Proceed. 447 00:33:05,197 --> 00:33:08,909 Computer, display summary of the most recent High Council inquiry 448 00:33:09,075 --> 00:33:10,952 regarding Khitomer massacre. 449 00:33:11,119 --> 00:33:12,245 COMPUTERIZED VOICE: Access denied. 450 00:33:12,412 --> 00:33:16,082 Restricted materials, du-ko-cha clearance only. 451 00:33:16,249 --> 00:33:17,918 By whose order? 452 00:33:18,084 --> 00:33:20,420 COMPUTERIZED VOICE: Council member Duras. 453 00:33:20,754 --> 00:33:26,718 Access biographical files. Subject's name, Counselor Duras. 454 00:33:32,057 --> 00:33:36,102 Advise my counselors on the Vorn to convene. 455 00:33:36,269 --> 00:33:39,356 - There is much to discuss. MAN 1: Look. 456 00:33:39,523 --> 00:33:40,565 What is this? 457 00:33:40,732 --> 00:33:42,943 MAN 1: Priority message to you from the home planet. 458 00:33:43,109 --> 00:33:47,614 It seems Ambassador K'Ehleyr is looking into things she should not be. 459 00:33:50,242 --> 00:33:53,537 - Distract the guard for me. MAN 1: Yes, sir. 460 00:33:55,580 --> 00:33:57,207 MAN 2: Sir! Excuse me, sir. 461 00:33:57,374 --> 00:34:00,043 You cannot leave your quarters without an escort. 462 00:34:00,961 --> 00:34:02,003 [DOOR CHIMES] 463 00:34:02,170 --> 00:34:03,713 Come. 464 00:34:05,757 --> 00:34:09,553 I have been informed of your attempt to access restricted council records. 465 00:34:09,719 --> 00:34:11,930 I've been investigating what happened at Khitomer. 466 00:34:12,097 --> 00:34:13,932 Not at all an easy task, 467 00:34:14,099 --> 00:34:16,810 considering that most of the records are sealed. 468 00:34:16,977 --> 00:34:19,312 - Worf's father was a traitor. - No. 469 00:34:19,479 --> 00:34:22,607 The evidence was altered to make it appear that way. 470 00:34:22,774 --> 00:34:27,279 I found it interesting to read that your father was also at Khitomer, 471 00:34:27,445 --> 00:34:29,948 and you are the one who sealed the records. 472 00:34:30,115 --> 00:34:31,992 You dare insult my father's name? 473 00:34:32,158 --> 00:34:34,828 Don't play the wounded Klingon for me, Duras. 474 00:34:34,995 --> 00:34:36,538 You don't do it very well. 475 00:34:38,164 --> 00:34:40,333 What happened in that council chamber? 476 00:34:40,500 --> 00:34:43,837 How did you get Worf to take the blame for you? 477 00:34:44,004 --> 00:34:45,839 Do not pursue this matter further. 478 00:34:46,006 --> 00:34:49,175 The son betrays his people to the Romulans. 479 00:34:49,342 --> 00:34:54,639 Just as his father did, Duras. 480 00:35:00,770 --> 00:35:03,732 One of the Klingons who died in the explosion was with Duras. 481 00:35:03,898 --> 00:35:05,358 The other was with Gowron. 482 00:35:05,525 --> 00:35:06,860 I've been examining the bodies 483 00:35:07,027 --> 00:35:09,904 trying to get a clue as to where the bomb was hidden. 484 00:35:10,071 --> 00:35:13,700 There's always a pattern in the lacerations and tissue damage. 485 00:35:13,867 --> 00:35:15,452 It would normally give a clear indication 486 00:35:15,619 --> 00:35:17,787 as to the direction, distance, force of impact. 487 00:35:17,954 --> 00:35:19,497 Normally? 488 00:35:20,415 --> 00:35:24,336 In this case, the pattern was virtually impossible to detect. 489 00:35:24,502 --> 00:35:26,880 I couldn't understand it until I looked at the dynascans. 490 00:35:27,380 --> 00:35:30,216 This wound is different from all of the others. 491 00:35:30,383 --> 00:35:33,386 It was made from the inside out. 492 00:35:33,553 --> 00:35:36,681 The bomb was implanted in one of their forearms. 493 00:35:37,641 --> 00:35:40,935 It is considered an honorable way for a Klingon to die. 494 00:35:41,102 --> 00:35:44,147 A suicide that takes an enemy with it. 495 00:35:44,648 --> 00:35:45,899 Which one of them was it? 496 00:35:46,733 --> 00:35:48,943 Duras' man. 497 00:35:51,237 --> 00:35:53,406 When we have more time, I will take you to the holodeck 498 00:35:53,573 --> 00:35:55,867 and demonstrate in more detail. 499 00:35:58,828 --> 00:36:02,957 Medical emergency! Deck 8, room 142! 500 00:36:11,716 --> 00:36:13,259 Gowron? 501 00:36:14,260 --> 00:36:16,304 No. 502 00:36:17,931 --> 00:36:19,933 Duras. 503 00:36:20,100 --> 00:36:23,186 Alexander. 504 00:36:38,576 --> 00:36:39,619 [KEHLEYR SIGHS] 505 00:36:41,413 --> 00:36:45,625 K'Ehleyr! K'Ehleyr! 506 00:36:48,294 --> 00:36:49,337 [SCREAMS] 507 00:37:22,829 --> 00:37:25,248 You have never seen death. 508 00:37:28,877 --> 00:37:30,628 Then look. 509 00:37:33,089 --> 00:37:35,675 And always remember. 510 00:37:44,309 --> 00:37:46,686 Stay with the doctor. 511 00:37:47,020 --> 00:37:49,105 Worf, when did you...? 512 00:38:18,927 --> 00:38:21,095 CRUSHER: Multiple stab wounds to the chest and abdomen. 513 00:38:21,262 --> 00:38:22,764 Too much trauma to the internal organs. 514 00:38:22,931 --> 00:38:25,433 There wasn't time enough to take her into stasis. 515 00:38:25,600 --> 00:38:27,519 - Where's Worf? - I don't know. 516 00:38:27,685 --> 00:38:29,854 He disappeared just after I arrived. 517 00:38:30,021 --> 00:38:32,273 Riker to Lieutenant Worf. 518 00:38:34,275 --> 00:38:36,611 Computer, locate Lieutenant Worf. 519 00:38:36,778 --> 00:38:40,240 COMPUTERIZED VOICE: Lieutenant Worf is not aboard the Enterprise. 520 00:38:40,573 --> 00:38:41,616 Where is he? 521 00:38:41,783 --> 00:38:43,243 COMPUTERIZED VOICE: Lieutenant Worf transported 522 00:38:43,409 --> 00:38:44,452 to the Klingon ship Vorn 523 00:38:44,619 --> 00:38:46,913 at 1730 hours. 524 00:38:47,455 --> 00:38:49,165 On my way. 525 00:38:57,006 --> 00:38:58,883 Duras. 526 00:39:01,678 --> 00:39:02,720 [CROWD MURMURING] 527 00:39:04,472 --> 00:39:06,599 What is that doing here? 528 00:39:06,766 --> 00:39:10,270 He has claimed the right of vengeance. 529 00:39:10,687 --> 00:39:13,773 You have no rights here, traitor. 530 00:39:23,658 --> 00:39:28,413 K'Ehleyr was my mate. 531 00:39:28,580 --> 00:39:29,622 [CROWD MURMURING] 532 00:39:32,417 --> 00:39:33,459 [SPEAKS IN KLINGON] 533 00:39:41,384 --> 00:39:43,094 If Lieutenant Worf resists, sir? 534 00:39:43,261 --> 00:39:45,221 He's coming back with us one way or another. 535 00:39:45,388 --> 00:39:47,849 Set phasers on maximum stun. 536 00:39:51,519 --> 00:39:52,562 [GRUNTING] 537 00:40:03,781 --> 00:40:06,034 I'm the only one, Worf. 538 00:40:06,200 --> 00:40:07,994 The only one who can prove your innocence. 539 00:40:08,494 --> 00:40:11,998 - Kill me and you are a traitor forever. - Then that is how it shall be! 540 00:40:13,458 --> 00:40:14,500 [GRUNTING] 541 00:40:21,007 --> 00:40:22,675 RIKER: Worf! 542 00:40:49,369 --> 00:40:50,954 Mr. Worf. 543 00:40:52,038 --> 00:40:55,750 Your service aboard the Enterprise has been exemplary. 544 00:40:57,794 --> 00:40:59,003 Until now. 545 00:41:00,380 --> 00:41:04,717 Sir, I have acted within the boundaries of Klingon law and tradition. 546 00:41:05,802 --> 00:41:07,220 The High Council would seem to agree. 547 00:41:07,387 --> 00:41:09,806 They consider the matter closed. 548 00:41:10,431 --> 00:41:11,557 I don't. 549 00:41:13,184 --> 00:41:15,019 Mr. Worf, the Enterprise crew 550 00:41:15,186 --> 00:41:19,732 currently includes representatives from 13 planets. 551 00:41:19,899 --> 00:41:24,445 They each have their individual beliefs and values and I respect them all. 552 00:41:25,446 --> 00:41:30,994 But they have all chosen to serve Starfleet. 553 00:41:31,661 --> 00:41:34,789 If anyone cannot perform his or her duty 554 00:41:35,123 --> 00:41:39,293 because of the demands of their society, they should resign. 555 00:41:48,428 --> 00:41:50,304 Do you wish to resign? 556 00:41:55,184 --> 00:41:56,686 No, sir. 557 00:42:00,606 --> 00:42:04,444 I hoped you would not throw away a promising career. 558 00:42:08,156 --> 00:42:10,324 I understand your loss. 559 00:42:11,993 --> 00:42:14,328 We all admired K'Ehleyr. 560 00:42:17,749 --> 00:42:20,293 A reprimand will appear on your record. 561 00:42:20,585 --> 00:42:22,128 Dismissed. 562 00:42:23,963 --> 00:42:25,465 Mr. Worf. 563 00:42:29,677 --> 00:42:33,097 Isn't it time for the truth about your father's innocence to be told? 564 00:42:33,806 --> 00:42:36,100 After all, you only accepted this dishonor 565 00:42:36,267 --> 00:42:39,812 to protect the name of Duras and hold the Empire together. 566 00:42:40,146 --> 00:42:45,193 Now that he has died in disgrace, what is gained by further silence? 567 00:42:46,319 --> 00:42:48,446 Each member of the Klingon High Council 568 00:42:48,613 --> 00:42:50,156 has shared in that lie. 569 00:42:50,323 --> 00:42:54,494 And they will not be so willing to admit their own dishonor. 570 00:42:55,787 --> 00:43:00,333 But, the day will come when my brother and I 571 00:43:01,501 --> 00:43:04,253 will convince them to speak the truth. 572 00:43:23,189 --> 00:43:25,108 My parents... 573 00:43:26,109 --> 00:43:30,196 My human parents, will meet us at Starbase 73. 574 00:43:30,655 --> 00:43:33,032 They will care for you. 575 00:43:33,366 --> 00:43:35,701 Why can't I stay with you? 576 00:43:37,912 --> 00:43:42,750 You deserve a home, a family. 577 00:43:43,501 --> 00:43:45,378 They can provide that. 578 00:43:46,379 --> 00:43:48,214 I cannot. 579 00:43:58,391 --> 00:44:00,643 I miss her too. 580 00:44:03,104 --> 00:44:04,814 Are you my father? 581 00:44:09,610 --> 00:44:11,320 Yes. 582 00:44:13,364 --> 00:44:15,408 I am your father.