Sunday, June 10, 2007

Mirror T'Pol (Part One)

What was in my list of New Year's resolutions?

Never, NEVER go near a dimensional rift.

Why do I ignore it, then?

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We are investigating disturbances in the Revallan Sector; when we get there, we see a rift that is starting to shrink.

My first reaction is to do a 180 degree turn and head back at Warp Nine, but I ask foolishly where it is linking to.

I order to find out, Data sends a probe and comes up with the answer.

"It is a parallel universe, Captain." he tells me, "Also the signature tells us that it is the very Mirror Universe encountered by Captain Kirk a century ago, and those on Deep Space Nine."

"They are trouble." murmured Riker.

"I agree, Number One." I reply, "We don't want to get sucked into there. Let's turn and get away from here."

"The rift is closing." Data informs me, "In a few moments there will be nothing there."

"There is something coming out of the rift!" shouts Deanna as we look at the videoscreen, "It looks like an Escape Pod."

I groan.

"Can't we send it back the way it came, Mr Data?" I ask desperately.

"No, sir." he replies, "The rift is sealed. We are too late."

More trouble; why does it seem to follow us around like a dog chasing a bone?

A tractor beam is fixed on the pod, which is encased in solid ice, and it is bought into one of the cargo bays.

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"It look over two centuries old." comments Riker, when we view it "Yet sensors have detected there is a lifeform inside."

I advise them to be careful. If it's someone from the Terran Empire, when they are unlikely to greet us with open arms.

The lasers cut their way through and we find a young Vulcan woman slumped over the controls.

"She is in typical Mirror Universe uniform." Beverly remarks, "An exposed midriff, a badge with a dagger through the Earth."

"Yes." I say, "But it looks very close to the uniform worn by Captain Jonathan Archer's crew when the first Enterprise went out in 2150."

We agree to put the woman in restraints while Beverly wakes her up.



As she gradually comes to, the woman looks around sharply.

"Where am I?" she shouts aggressively, "You will remove these restraints immediately! I am a member of the Terran Empire and Imperial Starfleet. You will pay dearly for imprisoning me."

She seems to have the same sort of charm as Seven does. Not exactly graceful is she?

"Who are you?" I ask.

"I am Lieutenant Commander T'Pol of the ISS Enterprise!" she tells me dismissively, "And who are you that dares to capture me?"

"I am Captain Jean-Luc Picard of the USS Enterprise." I reply sharply, "You have been in that Escape Pod for over 200 years and have crossed over into a parallel universe. Welcome to the 24th Century!"

T'Pol is lost for words, and looks around, probably noticing the more advanced technology around her. I see she is the mirror version of the Vulcan who served with Captain Archer in the 22nd Century.

"You will take me back to the Terran Empire immediately, Picard." T'Pol tells me, after some thought, "I will tell the Empire to have mercy on you for escorting me."

Beverly giggles behind me, T'Pol looks disgusted.

"You will tell your woman to respect your guests!" says T'Pol.

Beverly blushes at her remark.

"I can't take you back, T'Pol." I tell her, "The dimensional rift between our universes is closed. You will have to stay here. Besides that, I have had reports from Deep Space Nine that the Terran Empire is in turmoil at the moment. It would be nothing like it was when you left it. Even if you could be returned, you would be out of your time."

After a while, T'Pol agrees to remain calm, and the restraints are removed.

We place her in some guest quarters.

"Well, Captain." asks Riker as we walk away, "What are we going to do with T'Pol?"

To be continued...

16 comments:

Michael K. Althouse said...

Quite a dilemma you have on your hands, Captain. I wonder how much trouble T'Pol will turn out to be?

Michele sent me,

Mike

Anonymous said...

You know I have the same problem with dimesional rifts. Even when I leave them be, they just won't leave me alone.

Linda said...

Good question, Captain. What are you going to do with T'Pol??

Jaime said...

I'm intrigued with this dilemma. I look forward to seeing what happens!

Tawnya Shields said...

Geeesh, T'pol needs to go back to charm school. :o)~

Can't wait to see what happens next.

cyouincourt007 said...

oh man oh man,big trouble in little china here

Lahdeedah said...

I have a suggestion.


Send her through a dimensional rift that will take her to a parallel universe where she and Tayla from SG Atlantis can start a girl band with a warrior chick kick ass theme....

... and your Picard is the band manager.

Real Life Drama Queen said...

No one sent me.. I seen you post on Peanut Butter and Love TNG.. I am happy that I found your blog. I will most definately return to seen what T'Pol stirs up.

Great Job

The Mistress of the Dark said...

Those dimensional rifts sure are pesky aren't they?

The Curmudgeon said...

Seven may enjoy talking with someone whose temperament is so close to her own....?

Anonymous said...

24 century?! Will there be a Boots then on the enterprise? They have made it to Target in USA so they are expanding!

Jean-Luc Picard said...

Mrs M, the only Boots on the Enterprise are the ones that are worn by the crew.

Cutrmudgeon, somehow I don't think so...

RLDQ, welcome to my Journal.

Lahdeedah, you have a good imagination!

Jon the Intergalactic Gladiator said...

Careful Cap, even though her outfit is pretty skimpy, she probably has half a dozen weapons hidden there

SpacerGuy said...

T'Pol sure is a moody chic when shes not in control. Looks like shes having a bad day. Take precautions Jean-Luc. Vulcans are sly.

Empress Bee (of the high sea) said...

captain do you think t'pol has any chocolate?

smiles, bee

Jean-Luc Picard said...

Bee, I'm not sure if there is a lot of chocolate in the Mirror Universe.

Spacerguy, you're right in saying that Mirror T'Pol isn't the cheery sort.

Jon, you could be right; I wonder where they are?