01x03 - Fairest of Them All

[bunniefuu]

You must return to your universe. I must have my Captain back.

I shall operate the transporter. You have two minutes and ten seconds.

For that time I have something to say...

How long before the Halkan prediction of galactic revolts is realized?

Approximately 240 years.

The inevitable outcome?

The empire shall be overthrown, of course.

The illogic of waste, Mr. Spock.

A waste of lives, potential, resources, time.

I submit to you that your empire is illogical.

Because it cannot endure.

I submit... That you... are illogical... To be a willing part of it.

You have 1 minute and 23 seconds.

If change is inevitable, predictable, beneficial.

Doesn't logic demand that you be a part of it.

One man cannot summon the future.

But one man can change the present. Be the Captain of this Enterprise, Mr. Spock.

Find a logical reason for sparing the Halkans and make it stick.

Push til it gives...

You can defend yourself better than any man in the fleet Captain. Get in the chamber.

What about it, Spock?

A man must also have the power.

In my cabin... is a device that will make you invincible.

Indeed.

What will it be? Past, future? Tyranny or freedom?

It's up to you.

It is time.

In every revolution there is one man with a vision.

[Energizing]

Captain Kirk, I shall consider it.

[Energizing]

[Angry rants]

Kirk: What the devil is going on, Mr. Spock?

It is agreeable to see you again, Captain.

It appears you were temporarily interchanged... with counterparts from a parallel universe.

Most of the crew is unaware of these events.

I know what happened, Spock. I wanna know why.

Who's responsible?

The ion storm created a transporter irregularity.

Resulting in a transposition of the landing parties quantum wave signature.

Chief Kyle was at the controls. He has been disciplined.

[Chuckles] He better have been.

Mr. Scott.

Sir.

Check the transporter relays make sure this doesn't happen again.

I trust the Halkans have been dealt with?

Apparently I have to do everything myself, don't I.

Kirk to bridge. Is the Halkan capital city in f*ring range?

Coming around again in 4 minutes.

Good. On my way.

Moreau: Welcome back, Captain.

See you in my quarters.

Captain on the bridge.

Lieutenant. Get the Halkans on the screen.

Where's my navigator?

Captain... Mr. Chekov...

Ensign Chekov. Return to your station immediately.

It is merciful of you to forgive Mr. Chekov after his assassination attempt.

I agree the agony booth made a sufficient impression.

What's the hold up, lieutenant? Do you have them?

Council leader Tharn standing by.

Your time has run out. I'm tired of playing with you.

This is no game, Captain Kirk.

Oh, no. It's not.

You have 30 seconds to relinquish your Dilithium crystals.

Or this face is the last one you'll see.

That would be most unwise, Captain.

But we are prepared to die to protect what we hold dear.

Have it your way. Start the countdown. Ready phasers.

Wait...

Load photon torpedo tubes.

Full spread.

Spock: Captain...

The Halkans have no planetary defense grid.

A torpedo barrage is unnecessary.

The radiation fallout would likely annihilate the entire population.

Likely...

Fitting isn't it? An example to all who defy the empire.

Captain, if I may...

Logic dictates that the survival of the Halkan civilization... could prove profitable for the empire for many years to come.

You could be the first to set the president of diplomacy.

That could yield long-term benefits. I would recommend lesser measures.

You've given me much to think about, Mr. Spock.

Fire.

Kirk: Space...

The final conquest.

These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise.

Its continuing mission...

To discover and subjugate strange new worlds.

To advance our dominion and vanquish all who stand against us.

To conquer the galaxy for the glory of the empire.

Spock (Vo): First officer's personal log.

Captain Kirk has annihilated the Halkan people.

I was unable to prevent it.

I find myself torn...

Between loyalty to the empire and the logic which predicts its inevitable demise.

Status report.

All torpedos impacted, Captain. The Halkan cities have been destroyed.

Thank you, Jones.

My name's Smith, Sir.

Mr. Spock, would you mind telling me what just happened.

Since when do you question imperial orders?

I merely pointed out the obvious advantages of an alternate course of action.

Which you elected to ignore.

Uhura. Contact Starfleet. Let them that we...

That I have completed the mission.

Notify them that strip mining of the planet's Dilithium can proceed.

Also...

Make note of Mr. Spock's objection.

Aye, Sir.

Ensign Chekov reporting for...

Captain. I wish to thank you for permitting me to resume my duties.

I trust you've learned your lesson ensign?

Yes, Sir.

Take him back to the agony booth.

But, Captain...

I've changed my mind.

But Sir, you said...

I changed my mind.

[Chekov screams]

Lieutenant. Have Mr. Leslie report to the navigation station.

Uhura: Aye, Sir.

Smith: Captain...

I'm reading additional detonations beneath the planets crust.

What sort of detonations?

It looks like our torpedo barrage triggered a reaction in the planet's Dilithium strata...

The crystal lattices are being destroyed.

Piezoelectric charges, Captain. No doubt planted by the Halkans.

Kirk to transporter room.

Scotty. Beam as many Dilithium crystals directly to the cargo bay.

Captain. With all these explosions there's no way to get a lock.

Besides, the transporter circuits are...

I don't need excuses, Mr. Scott. I need solutions.

Are you capable of providing them?

I'll get right on it, Sir.

The Dilithium was rigged to explode.

Why didn't you detect that?

Captain. I advised against this course of action.

The logical decision was...

You're not paid to lecture me in logic, Mr. Spock.

You're paid to do your job.

I believe I am, Sir.

I'll be in my quarters.

Lieutenant.

Uhuh, commander, don't look at me.

The Captain's enemies aren't around long and I don't intend to be one of them.

Commander...

Three Andorian vessels dropping out of warp just outside the system.

Computer. Analysis of approaching ships.

Computer (Vo): Working.

Kumari-class battle cruisers.

Armaments: 180 degree particle cannons.

Hull composition: Duranium alloy.

Top of the line.

We're receiving a transmission from the Andorians...

They say they witnessed the destruction of the Halkans....

And they no longer recognize the authority of the terran empire.

And has begun.

What has?

Revolution, lieutenant.

Revolution.

What's wrong?

I'll tell you what's wrong...

What's wrong has pointed ears and a knack for insubordination.

Spock's been the best first officer I could ever hope for.

What's he playing at?

[Intercom whistle]

Spock (Vo): Bridge to Captain Kirk.

Speak of the devil.

Captain here.

Captain.

Long range sensors detect Andorian rebels on an intercept course.

If they make any aggressive move. Destroy them. Kirk out.

Captain.

The Andorian government will not...

Once again, offering your opinion when none is requested.

Destroy them.

I will not.

Alright, Spock.

You're angling for something.

What is it you want?

What did that imposter offer you?

What he offered me, Captain.

Is something you cannot give.

I was right.

The whole galaxy has gone crazy.

What happened while I was gone?

The imposter has obviously been in my chair.

Where else has he been?

[Coy laughter]

Spock: The actions taken against the Halkans have been illogical.

They shall likely serve as a catalyst...

Which may jeopardize the empire's very survival.

There is, however... a path to the future.

But that future may not involve our present command.

Spock...

We had a good run, you and I.

[Fizzles out]

No.

No!

James...

What's wrong with it? Why is it working?

I don't know.

Why isn't it working?

Security detail to my quarters.

Belay that order.

Kirk to Farrell.

Farrell here, Sir.

Send two of my person guards to my cabin, on the double.

On the double, Sir.

And keep this channel secure. Kirk out.

What are you gonna do?

Put an end to this insanity once an for all.

Why?

Worried about me?

I am the Captain's woman.

You are. Aren't you?

Always.

[Door buzzes]

Come.

Captain.

Escort me to the bridge.

We're taking commander Spock into custody.

Sir?

Do you have a hearing problem, mister?

No, Sir.

Wait for me.

I'll be back in an hour.

Commander. What the Captain's asking for. It's not possible.

Mr. Scott. I must speak with you.

Off the record.

Sir?

When you were in the other reality...

What did you see?

I... erm...

I saw weakness, commander.

Perhaps, what you saw, was peace.

Is that possible, Mr. Scott?

Commander, that kind of talk will only lead to one place.

The agony booth.

You speak of weakness...

But the true weakness lies with the terran empire.

It is held together by tenuous bonds of fear.

The destruction of the Halkan civilization... will serve as the final straw for the outer colonies.

Insurrection was inescapable.

But is has now been accelerated.

We cannot survive a full scale rebellion.

But the peace that you witnessed over there.

Is not impossible in our reality as well..

Mr. Spock. What you're saying it's...

Mutiny.

Kirk: Captain's log, supplemental.

Something happened during my time away from the Enterprise...

Commander Spock has become emboldened to seek the Captain's chair.

But he's questioned my orders for the final time.

Mr. Spock, you're under arrest..

Where's my science officer?

I don't know Sir, I...

Where's Mr. Spock?

I believe he's in the transporter room, Captain.

Good girl.

Phasers at the ready.

I would not wanna be Mr. Spock right now.

I'm not even sure I wanna be on this ship.

Where's Mr. Spock?

Captain...

Where's Mr. Spock?

What did you witness, crewman?

Let's try this again...

Mr. Spock is a traitor.

I wanna know where he is.

[Electrical charge]

[Screams]

Take him to sickbay.

Let McCoy reason with him...

All hands this is the Captain...

First officer Spock has mutined and fled the bridge.

He is to be incapacitated on sight and placed under arrest.

The crewman who accomplishes this will be promoted two steps in grade.

Kirk out.

[Phaser fire & screams]

I suggest you put down your w*apon, laddie.

[Screams in agony]

Doctor.

Another dose...

I've never used this much before...

I wonder what'll happen...

[Screams in pain]

[Heartbeat increases]

Captain. He's of no value dead.

Isn't your day, is it?

Dr. McCoy is really enjoying this.

Unless you want him to continue...

Where's Mr. Spock?

He...

He was heading to auxillary control.

With Mr. Scott.

He's all yours, Doctor.

Yes, Sir.

And give that traitorous elf a slap from me, when you catch him, Jim.

Oh no... [screams]

Kirk to Sulu.

Sulu here.

Take a team to auxillary control.

Apprehend Mr. Spock and lieutenant commander Scott.

Lethal force is authorized.

Lethal force, Captain?

There'll likely be casualties on both sides.

Then take Chekov and put him in front. Kirk out.

I've gotta go.

Ohhh. Don't be such a party pooper, Hikaru.

I'm serious.

It's not often the Captain gives anyone a second chance. I intend to take it.

Besides with Scott and Spock outta the way...

Guess who's next in line for first officer?

Of course... And you'll give me that commendation?

I told you I would didn't I?

Same time next week?

Always.

You know you're my favorite.

[Mckennah sighs]

I've locked out bridge control.

Transferred navigation, helm and long range communications to us.

Seal off the armory. Secure as many decks as possible.

Aye, Sir.

Thank you, Mr. Scott.

Broadcast this recording on all ship channels.

Their phasers...

They're only set to stun.

m*rder is the way of the empire.

The way of the Captain.

A way that must change.

Join us, Mr. Chekov.

Be apart of the future.

Not of the past.

[Red alert klaxon]

Status report.

The Andorian vessels have entered orbit, Sir.

They're charging weapons.

Sound general quarters. Ready main phaser banks.

They're demanding we surrender, Captain.

That was a warning sh*t across our bow.

Shields are holding.

Warning sh*t. Cowards.

Lock onto their lead ship and fire.

Captain?

I said fire.

Aye, Sir.

Weapons are locked out.

Locked out from where?

[Bosun whistle]

Spock (Vo): Attention crew of the I.S.S. Enterprise this is first officer Spock.

By now you are aware of the annihilation of the peaceful Halkan people.

Kirk: Lieutenant, k*ll that broadcast.

Spock (Vo): This action has served only to hasten the fall of the terran empire.

A civilization built upon a legacy of v*olence and terror.

k*ll that broadcast.

I can't, Sir.

Spock (Vo): The time has come to embrace a new vision.

A vision of equality.

Of morality. Of galactic peace.

A philosophy based upon infinite diversity... in infinite combinations.

This future is within our reach.

But not under our present command.

Join me.

Together we shall be the architects of our own future.

Kirk: Captain's log supplemental the Andorians are seeking vengeance for the Halkans.

First officer Spock is a traitor to me and the empire.

I will not lose the Enterprise.

Our shields won't hold forever, commander.

Sir, she said she needed to speak with you.

She poses no thr*at.

Commander. We need to get to Captain Kirk's quarters, quickly.

Lieutenant Moreau it would be extremely unwise to...

Dammit, Mr. Spock.

I can help. Just come with me, please.

Mr. Scott.

Encode a message to the Andorians.

Inform them that we have control of the Enterprise.

We are prepared to join their cause.

I shall return momentarily.

Or you won't return at all.

[Spock's recording repeats]

Lieutenant. Shut off that damn recording.

Sir, the Andorians are powering down their weapons.

I'm detecting a transmission from auxillary control, Captain.

We're suing for peace.

The hell we are...

Where's Mr. Leslie?

Mr. Leslie didn't report for duty, Sir.

Well get someone up here to cover his shift.

I want a navigator. I want one now.

So, this is it?

This is what I've got to work with?

I can navigate the Enterprise, Sir.

Whatever you want.

Set a course for starbase 34. Maximum warp.

I'm sorry, Captain. The controls aren't responding. I tried. I can't.

You say you can pilot my ship.

You can't even get us out of orbit.

Navigation has been rerouted to auxillary control.

There's is nothing I can do.

Lieutenant. You're relieved of your commission.

Report to the brig.

Sir?

Captain, it's not her fault.

I said report to the brig!

That's enough.

We found him unconscious on deck 8, Sir.

Chekov and the other men...

They've turned.

Resume the post.

Am I not merciful?

Sulu. You've got the conn.

I want control of my ship.

Or it's the boot for the lot of you.

What are you looking at?

You heard the Captain. Get to work.

I was hoping you'd come back during my shift.

Oh. You happy to see me?

Always.

The device of which the other Captain spoke, I presume.

I am surprised Captain Kirk did not use it on me.

Oh. He tried.

Fascinating.

James met an alien scientist.

At the Starfleet penal colony on tantalus five.

He pillaged her laboratory after he dispensed with her.

Then he stole this device.

One touch and your problems are over, Mr. Spock.

This'll change everything.

You would see me use this device on him.

I would.

But you... are the Captain's woman.

Yes.

But not this Captain.

No revolution can succeed using the same methods which failed in the previous one.

Commander...

Spock...

Please find a way.

...a way to send me where he went.

I cannot.

Please.

It is not within my power.

But you can make a difference here.

All clear, Sir.

Wait outside.

Captain Kirk to Mr. Spock.

Captain Kirk to Mr. Spock.

Captain Kirk to Mr. Spock.

Spock here.

Commander.

There's no reason we can't talk about this like civilized men.

I've listened to your logic and I find it compelling.

There's merit in what you say, Spock.

I see the potential for change.

Opportunity to better the empire.

Spock...

I have the bridge.

You have auxillary control.

Who makes the next move?

What do you propose?

We meet...

Somewhere neutral...

Half an hour.

Deck five. Officer's lounge.

No weapons. No tricks.

Just you and I.

We've had many successes together, Spock.

I know we can work this out.

Very well. Half an hour.

You don't actually trust him, do you?

Of course not.

It's some kind of setup. Why play his game?

If there is any hope for the empire to change...

I must give Captain Kirk the opportunity to do so as well.

Captain...

Commander...

No weapons.

I've considered our game while you were away.

Bishop to queen's level two.

Knight takes bishop.

You've left your King vulnerable.

As have you.

Seems we're at a stalemate.

Spock...

You can't win.

What's your next move? k*ll me, take command of the Enterprise?

There are a dozen starships out there. All loyal to the empire.

As am I.

But the empire as it stands today is at a crossroads.

Eventually all kings are vulnerable.

He put these thoughts into that vulcan head of yours, didn't he? That...

That other Captain.

Spock...

After all we've been through. All we've accomplished.

Earned for ourselves.

You would trust a strange from another universe?

I believe I would.

That Captain had a vision of an imminent future which you failed to see.

Then you're an even bigger fool than I imagined.

Your mutiny ends.

Right here and now.

You didn't really think I'd let you walk out of here did you?

Now it comes to this. Checkmate.

Perhaps not...

Mister Scott implemented a level three energy dampening field on this deck.

Yet another act of treachery... Which proves, once again...

Why your command must come to an end.

Report!

The tectonic explosions are destabilizing the planet's orbit.

We've run simulations of Dilithium generator strata in the chem lab.

I've seen this sort of thing before.

The Andorian ships have broken orbit and gone to warp, Sir.

They've got the right idea, lad.

Put some distance between us and that planet.

There's that human side.

I always knew you'd k*ll me to get the Captain's chair.

You're no better than the rest of us.

[Kirk gasps for air]

Captain Kirk.

The future is coming.

You are the past.

I offer this crew an alternative.

This crew...

This crew?

They don't need alternatives. They're pawns.

Pawns need a King.

They serve for my conquests. My victories.

You think they're smart enough to follow you?

They're mine. I can use them.

Break them. Send them to their own slaughter.

And they'll thank me for it.

[Kirk's speech echoes ship-wide]

You double crossing half breed traitor.

James T. Kirk. You are hereby relieved of command.

Let go of me.

Do you realize what you're doing?

I do.

Kirk: You're a coward, Spock.

You don't even have the guts to execute us like a real leader.

This shuttlecraft is at your disposal.

I recommend setting a course to the nearest habitable system.

You have sufficient supplies to last until then.

You think that changes anything?

So you've taken control of one ship. So what? What now?

Peace?

Freedom?

The empire will hunt you down like the mangy dog that you are.

Perhaps...

But I must try...

You won't get away with this, Spock.

You're just one man.

In every revolution there is one man with a vision...

Who told you that?

You did.

Spock!

[Kirk's cry continues to echo]

Commander. Status report.

All decks reporting in, Captain. The Halkan survivors are safely on board.

Shuttlecraft Galileo is leaving sensor range.

James T. Kirk chose his path.

It is time we chose ours.

Warp two, ensign.

Heading, Sir?

Forward.