:21:01
I believe it is a clandestine attempt
:21:03
to control vital sectors
of Federation territory.
:21:09
This could be a prelude
to an invasion.
:21:11
But who's behind it?
:21:13
There's insufficient data
to make an assessment.
:21:16
Do you suggest we warp over to HQ
:21:18
and demand to know what's going on?
:21:24
- Why not?
- Yes, why not?
:21:26
We're talking about a threat
to the future of the Federation.
:21:30
I don't think any of us can rest easy
until we've been to the source.
:21:37
Captain's personal log,
supplemental.
:21:39
While it is unusual for a starship
to return to Earth,
:21:42
we seem to have no other choice.
:21:45
I have apprised the remaining
bridge crew of our situation.
:21:49
Approaching Earth.
:21:51
- Standard orbit, Mr La Forge.
- Standard orbit, sir.
:21:57
- Any word from Starfleet Command?
- Nothing so far, sir.
:22:02
Strange.
:22:22
Captain, I am now receiving
a message from Starfleet Command.
:22:26
On screen.
:22:32
Greetings, Enterprise. I am
Admiral Savar. This is Admiral Aaron.
:22:38
And I believe
you already know Admiral Quinn.
:22:41
Yes. Good to see you again, Admiral.
:22:43
And you, Captain.
:22:45
We are always delighted when the
Enterprise returns to the nest.
:22:49
Yet we are puzzled
by the timing ofyour visit.
:22:52
Yes, sir,
I can imagine that you would be.
:22:55
Governor Delaplane ofPacifica
says you cancelled your stop there.
:22:59
- Is this true?
- Yes, sir, it is.