:21:02
This could be a prelude
to an invasion.
:21:04
But who's behind it?
:21:06
There's insufficient data
to make an assessment.
:21:09
Do you suggest we warp over to HQ
:21:12
and demand to know what's going on?
:21:17
- Why not?
- Yes, why not?
:21:19
We're talking about a threat
to the future of the Federation.
:21:23
I don't think any of us can rest easy
until we've been to the source.
:21:31
Captain's personal log,
supplemental.
:21:34
While it is unusual for a starship
to return to Earth,
:21:37
we seem to have no other choice.
:21:39
I have apprised the remaining
bridge crew of our situation.
:21:44
Approaching Earth.
:21:45
- Standard orbit, Mr La Forge.
- Standard orbit, sir.
:21:51
- Any word from Starfleet Command?
- Nothing so far, sir.
:21:57
Strange.
:22:16
Captain, I am now receiving
a message from Starfleet Command.
:22:21
On screen.
:22:27
Greetings, Enterprise. I am
Admiral Savar. This is Admiral Aaron.
:22:32
And I believe
you already know Admiral Quinn.
:22:35
Yes. Good to see you again, Admiral.
:22:38
And you, Captain.
:22:40
We are always delighted when the
Enterprise returns to the nest.
:22:44
Yet we are puzzled
by the timing ofyour visit.
:22:47
Yes, sir,
I can imagine that you would be.
:22:49
Governor Delaplane ofPacifica
says you cancelled your stop there.
:22:54
- Is this true?
- Yes, sir, it is.
:22:57
Explain yourself.
Why have you returned to Earth?