STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION "Captain's Holiday" #40273-167 Written by Ira Steven Behr Directed by Chip Chalmers THE WRITING CREDITS MAY NOT BE FINAL AND SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR PUBLICITY OR ADVERTISING PURPOSES WITHOUT FIRST CHECKING WITH THE TELEVISION LEGAL DEPARTMENT. Copyright 1990 Paramount Pictures Corporation. All Rights Reserved. This script is not for publication or reproduction. No one is authorized to dispose of same. If lost or destroyed, please notify the Script Department. FINAL DRAFT JANUARY 21, 1990 STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - CAST STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION "Captain's Holiday" CAST PICARD VASH RIKER SOVAK DATA AJUR BEVERLY BORATUS TROI JOVAL GEORDI WORF COMPUTER VOICE Non-Speaking RESORT SUPERNUMERARIES Non-Speaking MALE COMPANION SUPERNUMERARIES ENSIGN BENNETT STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - SETS STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION "Captain's Holiday" SETS INTERIORS EXTERIORS USS ENTERPRISE USS ENTERPRISE MAIN BRIDGE USS ENTERPRISE CAPTAIN'S READY ROOM RISIAN LANAI TURBOLIFT CAPTAIN'S QUARTERS CORRIDOR (VARIOUS) RISIAN RESORT LOBBY PICARD'S ROOM VASH'S ROOM CAVERN STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - 01/24/90 - PRONUNCIATION STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION "Captain's Holiday" PRONUNCIATION GUIDE AJUR AY-zure BORATUS bur-A-tus ESTRAGON EST-ra-gone HORGA'HN HOR-gone JAMAHAROHN JAH-ma-ha-ron JOVAL JOE-val KAL DANO CAL DAY-no SOVAK SOE-vauk VASH VASH STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - TEASER 1. STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION "Captain's Holiday" TEASER 1 INT. RISIAN PLEASURE HAVEN - THE LOBBY Imagine a twenty-fourth century Hawaiian resort. The indoor/outdoor open-sided lobby (one end leads off to a sun drenched lanai) has a simple grace and beauty that is immediately apparent. In the center of the lobby is a stone shrine. Residing on the alter is a large rotund idol (also made of stone) called a Horga'hn. Smaller, wooden Horga'hns circle the main figure. As for the guests, they all appear rested and happy. Clothing is loose, casual and extremely revealing. Couples predominate, with the spectrum of sexual preferences being evident. 2 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL) Two sleek and well dressed aliens (Vorgons -- one male, BORATUS, the other female, AJUR) MATERIALIZE by one of the entranceways. The Vorgons glance curiously around the lobby then make their way over to a nearby wall grid. Ajur places her palm on an adjoining sensor panel which glows at her touch. COMPUTER (V.O.) Welcome to Risa. All that is ours is yours. AJUR We are looking for the lodging chamber of Captain Jean-Luc Picard. A beat as the computer accesses the data. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - TEASER 2. 2 CONTINUED: COMPUTER (V.O.) A file scan reveals no record of a Captain Picard currently visiting Risa. The Vorgons exchange a look of concern. AJUR When is he expected to arrive? COMPUTER (V.O.) Where is no arrival date on file for any such individual. Ajur removes her hand from the panel. It goes dark. BORATUS Could we have been mistaken? And when Ajur speaks, it is without the slightest hint of doubt. AJUR He will come. HOLD ON the Vorgons. They look confident and slightly ominous. 3 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL) Slowly circling a cloud shrouded planet. RIKER (V.O.) First officer's log, Stardate 43745.2. We are in orbit of Gemaris Five where, for the past two weeks, Captain Picard has been serving as mediator in a trade dispute between the Gemarians and their nearest neighbor, the Dachlyds. 4 INT. BRIDGE DATA at Ops, ENSIGN BENNETT at Conn, WORF at Tactical. RIKER standing by Command. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - TEASER 3. 4 CONTINUED: He greets TROI who has just entered from the aft turbolift. RIKER Welcome back, Counselor. TROI It's good to be back. It's been a grueling two weeks. RIKER I take it the captain was able to negotiate an agreement mutually beneficial to both parties. TROI He did. Though I don't know how he managed it. Both the Gemarians and the Dachlyds are incredibly stubborn people. RIKER The more difficult the task, the sweeter the victory. The turbolift doors re-open and out steps PICARD. Though he moves with his usual determination, there is a slight edge of weariness to his gestures. He definitely does not act like a man who has just won a "sweet" victory. PICARD Break us out of orbit, Mister Bennett. Set a course for Starbase twelve. Picard approaches the Command area. PICARD (continuing) Report, Number One. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - TEASER 4. 4 CONTINUED: (2) RIKER Everything status quo, sir. PICARD Very well... He glances around the bridge. Then abruptly: PICARD (continuing) If anyone needs me, I'll be in my Ready Room. RIKER Sir... Picard turns back in the doorway. RIKER (continuing) Congratulations. PICARD About what? PIKER About the trade agreement. A beat, then Picard gives a brief nod of acknowledgement before disappearing into his office. A puzzled Riker stares after him. RIKER (continuing) Counselor, is it my imagination or is something bothering the captain? TROI He has been under a great deal of strain lately. While on Gemaris he ate sparingly... and slept even less. RIKER Is there anything we can do? TROI I have a solution in mind, but I doubt he'll agree to it. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - TEASER 5. 4 CONTINUED: (3) RIKER And what would that be? TROI (simply) Our captain needs a vacation. An amused Riker smiles sympathetically. Troi is absolutely right. The captain will never agree to it. FADE OUT. END OF TEASER STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT ONE 6. ACT ONE FADE IN: 5 INT. READY ROOM (OPTICAL) Picard at his desk studying a stack of reports. He leans forward to stretch out a stiff back. The DOOR CHIME SOUNDS. Picard is too distracted to respond. The CHIME SOUNDS again. PICARD Come. BEVERLY ENTERS. A woman with a mission. BEVERLY Sir, it's come to my attention one of the crew has been neglecting his health again. A warning light goes off in Picard's head. He sits up a little straighter in his chair. PICARD How so? BEVERLY He suffers from a classic case of stress related ailments brought about by overwork. Exhaustion, irritability... muscle spasms. Yet he insists on ignoring them. Picard, who was just about to rub his aching back, halts in mid-gesture. He's now certain he's the object of Beverly's report. PICARD It doesn't sound all that serious. BEVERLY And I plan to keep it that way. PICARD Recommended treatment. BEVERLY A week's shore leave. Picard shakes his head, dismissing the notion entirely. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT ONE 7. 5 CONTINUED: PICARD Impossible. But Beverly comes right back at him. BEVERLY Jean-Luc... I could make it an order. PICARD But you won't... Beverly you know I loathe vacations. BEVERLY You loathe going on vacation. Once you're there you have a marvelous time. You told me you loved the four days you spent on Zytchin Three. PICARD I lied. (an idea) The Enterprise is scheduled to spend a week undergoing a maintenance overhaul at Starbase twelve. While there, I promise to make full use of all available recreation activities. BEVERLY Watching some technician fill deuterium tanks is not my idea of fun. It doesn't sound like much fun to Picard either. PICARD I suppose I could find a few hours to spend on the Holodeck. BEVERLY Forget about the Holodeck. There must be someplace you'd like to go. PICARD The Astrophysics Center on Icor Nine is holding a symposium on rogue star clusters. I had given serious thought to attending. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT ONE 7A. 5 CONTINUED: (2) BEVERLY Serious thought is the last thing you need. Why not go some place beautiful? Where you can relax and be pampered. You deserve it. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT ONE 8. 5 CONTINUED: (3) But Picard isn't ready to commit. PICARD I'll give it serious thought. BEVERLY (insistent) Captain... PICARD Beverly... enough. Beverly sighs and backs off. Picard returns to his reports, confident that he's dodged that particular bullet. 5A EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL) The ship cruising at warp speed. 5B INT. CORRIDOR Picard and Riker are headed towards a turbolift. RIKER So have you decided where you're going yet? The turbolift doors open. Picard and Riker ENTER. 6 INT. TURBOLIFT Continuous. PICARD Yes Number One, I have. (to computer) The bridge. RIKER I meant for your shore leave. Picard glares at his first officer. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT ONE 8A. 6 CONTINUED: PICARD Not you too. RIKER (to computer) Halt. The turbolift stops. A smiling Riker launches into his sales pitch. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT ONE 9. 6 CONTINUED: (2) RIKER (continuing) I know this perfect little vacation spot... In fact, its co-ordinates lie within this sector. PICARD How convenient. Except I have absolutely no intention of taking a holiday. Do I make myself clear? RIKER Very clear... PICARD Good. I'm glad we've got that straightened out. (to computer) Resume. The turbolift continues on its way. Riker, realizing he doesn't have much time left, presses on. RIKER It's called Risa. And believe me Captain, it's paradise. Warm tropical breezes... exotic food... and nothing to do but sit back and enjoy the quiet. (a beat) And then there's -- Picard anticipates Riker's next thought. PICARD & RIKER (together) ... the women... PICARD ... of course. RIKER I'm sure you'd find their sybaritic outlook on life very appealing. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT ONE 10. 6 CONTINUED: (3) PICARD I'm sure I would. Riker thinks he has the captain sold. The turbolift doors open. RIKER I'm glad to hear you say so, sir. 7 thru OMITTED 9 9A INT. BRIDGE As Picard and Riker EXIT the aft turbolift. PICARD Unfortunately, this vessel is about to undergo extensive repairs requiring my personal supervision. RIKER But what about Risa? PICARD Some other time, Number One. Troi is on her way over to the turbolift. Perhaps a brief conspiratorial look passes between her and Riker before she speaks. TROI Will, I've just received some delightful news. RIKER Really? And we get the feeling that what follows is said more for Picard's benefit than for Riker's. TROI There's an excellent chance my mother may be meeting us at Starbase twelve. To Picard this sounds anything but "delightful." PICARD Your mother? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT ONE 11. 9A CONTINUED: TROI Yes, she's returning home from a conference on Achrady Seven. She's going to try to rearrange her schedule so she can spend some time visiting with us. RIKER That's wonderful, Deanna. TROI She mentioned how much she's looking forward to seeing you again, Captain. PICARD Did she? Troi ENTERS the turbolift. The turbolift doors close. Picard is only too well aware of how "fond" Lwaxana can be. PICARD Commander, I'd like a word with you. In private. Picard ENTERS the Ready Room. Riker follows. 9B INT. READY ROOM (OPTICAL) Continuous. RIKER Is something wrong, Captain? PICARD Tell me, Number One, is the entire crew aware of this little scheme to send me off on holiday? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT ONE 12. 9B CONTINUED: RIKER (fighting back a smile) I believe there are two ensigns stationed on deck thirty-nine who know nothing about it. PICARD I suppose this means I can look forward to a week of continual harassment on the subject. Riker's look says he wouldn't be at all surprised. A beat as Picard decides it's not really worth the fight. PICARD I admit I have been feeling a bit fatigued. Hold on Picard having made his decision. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT ONE13-13A. 9BA EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL) coming out of warp and approaching Risa. 9C INT. CAPTAIN'S QUARTERS The ship is out of warp. Picard, dressed in casual clothing, is packing up some books to take with him on his trip. Riker and Troi are there to see him off. RIKER I'll see to it that these bags are beamed directly to your room. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT ONE 14. 9C CONTINUED: Troi leans over and unbuttons the top button of the Captain's shirt. That feels better. TROI You look very handsome, Captain... If you don't mind my saying so. Riker looks over at the stack of books lying atop a travel bag. RIKER You're not really bringing all these books with you? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT ONE 15. 9C CONTINUED: (3) PICARD I thought I'd take along some light reading... in case I got bored. Riker checks out some of the titles. RIKER Ulysses by James Joyce? Ethics, Sophistry and the Alternate Universe by Ving Kuda -- You call this light reading? PICARD To each his own, Number One. Picard closes up the bag. As he starts out of the room: RIKER Did I ever mention how imaginative Risian women are? TROI Too often, Commander. Riker looks over at Troi. Could there have been a slight trace of jealousy in the counselor's remark? 9D INT. CORRIDOR LEADING TO TRANSPORTER ROOM Picard, Troi and Riker. RIKER Captain, I do have one request. PICARD You want me to bring you back a souvenir? How did he know? RIKER It's called a Horga'hn. You won't have any trouble finding one. PICARD Consider it done. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT ONE 15A. 9E NEW ANGLE WORF and a security guard are waiting outside the Transporter Room. WORF Sir, I would feel better if you would allow me to assign a security officer to accompany you. We will be out of communication range as soon as we leave orbit. PICARD I don't think that will be necessary, Lieutenant. Risa has a reputation of being a most peaceful planet. WORF Aye, sir. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT ONE 16. 9E CONTINUED: Picard realizes there's no use in putting it off any longer. PICARD The ship is yours, Number One. TROI Enjoy your trip, Captain. PICARD I'll try, Counselor. Picard ENTERS the Transporter Room. As the doors close, Riker turns to Troi. RIKER He's going to have a great time. 10 OMITTED 11 INT. RISIAN PLEASURE HAVEN - THE LOBBY (OPTICAL) Picard MATERIALIZES. A glance at the blissful faces of the other guests only serves to convince him that it's going to be a long week. 12 NEW ANGLE A woman, VASH, mid-thirties, striking good looks, moves away from the pond, where she has stood admiring the shrine of the Horga'hn. She casts a backward glance at the idols. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT ONE 17. 12 CONTINUED: She and Picard are on a collision course, and sure enough, they come together with a jolt. PICARD Pardon me. Vash is about to answer back when something catches her eye in the entranceway behind Picard. What happens next is quite fast. 13 VASH'S P.O.V. SOVAK, a Ferengi has just arrived at the Haven. His eyes search the room. 14 BACK TO SCENE Vash moves slightly to the side so that Picard's body will block her from Sovak's sightline. Her eyes light up as she suddenly "recognizes" Picard. VASH It's so good to see you again. Before Picard can react, she throws her arms around his neck and gives him an enthusiastic kiss. Her eyes remain open and she sees that Sovak has spotted her anyway. At first the Ferengi looks as if he's going to approach her, but he thinks better of it and with an ugly grin, moves away. A relieved Vash then gazes over at Picard whose eyes have stayed open as well. For a beat, they stare at one another, lips pressed together. Then Picard breaks the embrace. PICARD I think you've mistaken me for someone else. Vash studies Picard's face closely and then reacts. VASH You know, I believe you're right. She shrugs, and then flashes a very provocative smile. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT ONE 18. 14 CONTINUED: VASH (continuing) Welcome to Risa. She strolls away. PICARD (to himself) A simple handshake would have sufficed. He walks off. The CAMERA follows him only to stop when he reaches: 15 THE VORGONS who study him closely as he walks by. A meaningful look passes between them, as we: FADE OUT. END OF ACT ONE STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 19. ACT TWO FADE IN: 16 INT. LANAI (OPTICAL) Another perfect day at the Pleasure Haven. The temperature is the equivalent of a balmy eighty-three degrees Fahrenheit; a warm breeze prevents the heat from becoming oppressive, and the water (you'll have to take my word for it because we never get to see the ocean) is as clear and calm as a lake. The CAMERA OPENS on a happy couple, lying asleep on the veranda. CAMERA PANS over to a second couple, kissing passionately. CAMERA PANS again to REVEAL: 17 PICARD Sitting in a lounge chair, trying to concentrate on the thick tome he's reading. It's not as simple as it would appear. First of all, it's not easy to relax with a couple locked in the throes of lust only a few feet away. For a private man like Jean-Luc Picard, such public behavior is distasteful at best. Then another couple comes running up from the unseen beach. The water from their still dripping bodies sprays over him. Annoyed, he carefully wipes dry his book. 18 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL) As he settles back down, a hoverball glides over to him and stops dead in the air only inches from his face. Picard tries to ignore it but the sphere emits an aggravating low level HUM. He casually tries to swat it away but it avoids his hand and darts away. Picard reopens his book... just as the hoverball makes an abrupt reappearance above his head. As he looks up: JOVAL (V.O.) Return. The hoverball zips away. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT TWO 20. 19 NEW ANGLE to include Joval, a delicate beauty wearing an eye catching bathing outfit. She grabs hold of the hoverball. JOVAL My apologies. I fear I have yet to master the art of hoverball. PICARD So it would seem. Joval sits beside him. JOVAL My name is Joval. I am employed here. Is there anything you require to make your stay a more pleasant one? A small smile from Picard. He shakes his head as if he's heard it all before. JOVAL You find me amusing. PICARD No. It's just that you're the fifth woman to ask me that this morning... All I require is to sit here in the sun and read my book. Alone. JOVAL And afterward? The question catches Picard by surprise. PICARD I really haven't thought that far ahead. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 21. 19 CONTINUED: JOVAL Then may I suggest a swim to be followed by a massage? This is all said very matter of fact, without any hint of salaciousness and no trace of servitude. PICARD Some other time perhaps. Picard was hoping this would end matters right there, but Joval only looks perplexed. JOVAL I don't understand. You say you wish to be alone yet you carry the Horga'hn. She holds up a small wooden copy of the idol which is on a table next to Picard. PICARD I just purchased that. (suddenly suspicious) Why? Are you implying it holds some special meaning? Joval looks at him like he has got to be kidding. JOVAL The Horga'hn is the Risian symbol of sexuality. To own one is to call forth it powers. To display it is to announce you are seeking Jamaharohn. Picard glares at the Horga'hn. PICARD (softly but emphatically) Riker! JOVAL Do you seek Jamaharohn? PICARD I don't even know what it means. (quickly) Nor do I want to. The Horga'hn is for a friend. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 22. 19 CONTINUED: (2) JOVAL I see. Someone close to you. PICARD That's right. JOVAL Someone you love. PICARD I wouldn't go that far. Joval stands. JOVAL Your attitude is most puzzling. I will leave you now to your book. PICARD That's all I ask. And with a final look of disapproval, Joval leaves. As for Picard, the conversation has done nothing to improve his mood. Once again, he opens the book, tries to make himself comfortable. After a beat, an ominous shadow falls over him. He looks up to see: 20 PICARD'S P.O.V. A dark figure who stands backlit before him. PICARD (V.O.) You're blocking the sun. The figure leans forward into the CAMERA and now we realize it's Sovak, the Ferengi, looking rather absurd in a Risian resort outfit. SOVAK I know you're working with her. I warn you, it's a mistake. 21 NEW ANGLE as Picard looks around, convinced that Sovak must be speaking to someone else. But no one's there. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 23. 21 CONTINUED: PICARD Are you addressing me? SOVAK Don't bother to deny it. I've seen the two of you together. PICARD I don't know what the devil you're talking about. But whatever it is, I assure you it's no concern of mine. Picard goes back to his book, trying his best to ignore the Ferengi. SOVAK Tell her I want the disc returned to me immediately. PICARD Perhaps I haven't made myself clear. You have the wrong man. 22 ANGLE ON VASH who is seated in a lounge chair at the edge of the lobby. A male companion is giving her a backrub as she watches Picard and Sovak. 23 BACK TO SCENE SOVAK I am rapidly losing patience with you. I demand you talk business. Picard has had about enough of this guy. PICARD You'll find Ferengi demands carry little weight with me. SOVAK Obviously you've never dealt with my people before. PICARD On the contrary, I have. All too often. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 24. 23 CONTINUED: SOVAK Then you know the Ferengi are not to be trifled with. PICARD Or trusted. Sovak looks threateningly over him. SOVAK You dare to insult me! Picard rises to his feet. The Ferengi stands his ground. PICARD I advise you to listen closely for I will not say this again. I came to Risa for a holiday, nothing more. I have no knowledge of this woman you refer to, nor have I laid eyes on any disc. SOVAK You expect me to believe such feeble lies? PICARD (with an edge) I don't particularly care what you believe. A long beat as Picard stares down Sovak. Finally the Ferengi backs away. SOVAK This is not over yet, human. The disc is mine... And so is the woman. Remember that. The Ferengi EXITS into the lobby. Picard takes a deep breath, allowing the tension to drain out of him. He sits back down and once again opens the book. VASH (V.O.) Hello! Picard slams the book shut. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT TWO 25. 23 CONTINUED: (2) He turns, sees Vash standing by the doorway of the lanai. Her outfit leaves little to the imagination. PICARD Oh, it's you. VASH That's not much of a greeting. Undeterred, she sits down beside him. PICARD Look, I don't mean to appear rude, but I am not seeking Jamaharohn. At first Vash appears perplexed, but then she smiles and nods philosophically. VASH All right. But you really should try it some time. And it's clear that Vash knows of what she speaks. PICARD If I "try it", it will be at a time of my own choosing. VASH That's fine with me. It's not as though I was offering to help you find it. And now it's Picard who's a bit taken back. PICARD I assumed by the way you welcomed me the other day... VASH I'm sorry if I embarrassed you. PICARD I don't recall saying I was embarrassed. VASH Do public displays of affection normally make you uncomfortable? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 26. 23 CONTINUED: (3) PICARD Let's just say I prefer to be acquainted with the women I kiss. VASH That's understandable. The name's Vash. She holds out her hand. And for a brief moment before Picard takes it, they stare at each other in an undeniable beat of sexual tension. PICARD Jean-Luc Picard. VASH So tell me about yourself, Jean-Luc. PICARD (scowling) Is that really necessary? VASH Would you rather I guess? I can be very persistent. Picard sees she means it. If only to get it over with... PICARD I'm captain of a Federation starship. Vash is impressed. VASH Well then that explains it. PICARD Explains what? VASH I noticed you arguing with that Ferengi. For a moment there it looked like it was going to come to blows. And suddenly it all clicks into place for Picard. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 26A. 23 CONTINUED: (4) PICARD You're the woman he was talking about? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 27. 23 CONTINUED: (5) Vash tries to keep it light but there's a hint of worry in her voice. VASH I hope your disagreement wasn't over me. Picard gets up. PICARD For the answer to that I suggest you ask him. He reaches down and picks up his book and Riker's Horga'hn. VASH Where are you going? PICARD To find some privacy. He walks off towards the lobby. Vash gets up to follow. VASH Wait a second. 24 INT. LOBBY Picard and Vash ENTER from the lanai. VASH What did he tell you? I'm sure there wasn't a bit of truth to any of it. 25 NEW ANGLE As a triumphant Sovak appears from behind a plant and blocks their path. SOVAK (to Picard) And you said you didn't know her. PICARD I don't. And I don't want to. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 28. 25 CONTINUED: SOVAK (to Vash) Return the disc to me and all will be forgiven. VASH The disc doesn't belong to you, Sovak. It never did. Picard has no intention of staying around to hear them argue. PICARD It would seem you two have a lot to discuss. If you'll excuse me... He starts to go, but Vash stops him. VASH I'm sorry, Jean-Luc. Perhaps one day I can explain this all to you. 26 INSERT As she slips an optical disc into his coat pocket. 27 BACK TO SCENE PICARD Perhaps you can. And with that, he leaves. Vash watches him go. Sovak appears at her shoulder. SOVAK I have a proposal I believe you'll find most interesting. VASH Save your breath. SOVAK I am willing to pay you your weight in gold in exchange for the disc. Is that not a generous offer? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT TWO 29. 27 CONTINUED: Vash dismisses the offer with a look and then walks off. SOVAK (admiring) I must have that woman. 28 INT PICARD'S ROOM Picard ENTERS. We do not reveal the interior of the room until Picard reacts to: 29 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL) Boratus and Ajur, who are busy using some kind of hand held tracking device to scan the area. PICARD What are you doing in my room? The Vorgons stop their scan. AJUR We are Vorgons. I am Ajur. This is Boratus. BORATUS We come from the twenty-seventh century. We've traveled three hundred years into the past to find you. And off Picard's reaction, we: FADE OUT. END OF ACT TWO STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT THREE 30. ACT THREE FADE IN: 30 INT. PICARD'S ROOM (OPTICAL) Picard and the Vorgons as before. PICARD Let's assume for the moment I believe you. That you are indeed from the future. What is it that you want from me? AJUR Have you heard of the Tox Uthat? The question surprises Picard. PICARD I'm aware of the legend. It tells of a visitor from the future who left behind a mysterious device known as the Tox Uthat. AJUR Essentially that story is correct. PICARD Then the Uthat actually exists. BORATUS (nodding) It was invented by a scientist named Kal Dano in the mid-twenty-seventh century. The Uthat is a quantum phase inhibitor... capable of halting all nuclear reaction within a star. PICARD But why bring such a powerful weapon into the past? BORATUS Criminals attempted to steal the device from Dano. He was determined to keep it out of their hands, so he fled back to the twenty-second century... where he hid it. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT THREE 31. 30 CONTINUED: BORATUS (nodding) Ajur and I were the security team assigned to protect the Uthat. Having failed in our duty, we followed Dano into the past, hoping to return him and the weapon safely to our own time. One look at the aliens tells Picard all he needs to know. PICARD I gather you were unsuccessful. AJUR Though we searched for many years, we were unable to find any trace of it. BORATUS Returning home in defeat we began to search through the historical records for some clue to the Uthat's fate. AJUR For years we looked through the archives of the many cultures that reside in this part of the galaxy. PICARD And the search led you to me? AJUR We came upon a brief account stating you had discovered an object of unknown origin while vacationing on Risa. From its description -- a crystal cube that fits in the palm of the hand -- we surmised it could very well be the Uthat. PICARD I'm sorry to disappoint you, but I haven't found a thing -- including peace, which is the only thing I'm looking for. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT THREE 32. 30 CONTINUED: (2) BORATUS You will find such a device, Captain -- to us it's already part of history. It's a difficult argument for Picard to refute. PICARD And if I do find it, what then? AJUR You will give it to us immediately so that we may return with it. BORATUS Can we expect your cooperation, Picard? Picard hesitates before replying. There is no way to verify the Vorgon's story -- and his instincts are whispering caution. His answer is subtly ambiguous. PICARD The Uthat belongs to your time -- not mine. Upon hearing Picard's answer, the aliens seem to relax for the first time. AJUR (pleased) It would appear that history is correct in its assessment of you, Captain. You are a very wise man. And with that, the Vorgons touch their transporter belts and DEMATERIALIZE (VORGON TRANSPORTER EFFECT). Picard reacts to their abrupt departure, not sure whether Ajur's last remark was a compliment or a subtly veiled threat. He takes off his jacket and as he does, Vash's optical disc drops to the floor. He picks it up and examines it closely. 31 INT. VASH'S ROOM (A REDRESS OF PICARD'S) Vash is busy gathering up her belongings which have been tossed helter-skelter around the room. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT THREE 32A. 31 CONTINUED: PICARD (V.O.) May I come in? She turns quickly. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/24/90 - ACT THREE 33. 32 NEW ANGLE Picard is standing in the doorway. VASH Excuse the mess. She returns to her work. VASH Sovak has taken to searching my room periodically. Picard holds up the disc. PICARD Is this what he's looking for? An apologetic Vash reacts to the sight of the disc. VASH I'm sorry I had to hide it like that, but I was afraid he'd start searching me next. PICARD This disc must contain some very valuable information. Vash reaches out her hand, waits for Picard to give it back. VASH I doubt it's anything you'd be interested in. But Picard holds on to the disc. PICARD That depends. And now Vash isn't as calm as she was a moment before. VASH On what? PICARD On whether or not this has anything to do with the Tox Uthat. VASH (a flash of anger) Did Sovak tell you that? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT THREE 34. 32 CONTINUED: PICARD Let's just say I've heard... rumors that the Uthat is located somewhere on Risa. Vash tries to gauge just how much Picard knows. But he's a hard man to read. VASH Look, the last thing I need is a partner. PICARD Then it's true. Vash sees that Picard is not about to let go of this. VASH I don't suppose you ever heard of Professor Samuel Estragon? PICARD As a matter of fact, I have. He spent half his life searching for the Uthat. (off her reaction) Archaeology is a hobby of mine. VASH I served as his personal assistant for the past five years. Shortly before he died, he uncovered new data pinpointing its location. That disc contains his research notes and maps. PICARD So you're continuing his work? VASH Exactly. PICARD With a Ferengi as an associate. VASH Sovak and I are definitely not working together. PICARD But the two of you are well acquainted. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT THREE 34A. 32 CONTINUED: (2) VASH At times he aided the professor in his explorations. Especially in situations that weren't quite ethical. PICARD And now with typical Ferengi logic, he's convinced that the Uthat belongs to him. VASH All he cares about is selling it to the highest bidder. PICARD I take it you have a more noble purpose in mind. VASH I told the professor I'd present it to the Daystrom Institute. (with a hint of anxiety) But first I have to find it. And that won't be easy with Sovak watching me every minute. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT THREE 35. 32 CONTINUED: (3) And to Picard it's as if fate itself has brought him to this moment. PICARD Then I'll go in your place. Vash reacts. Not so fast buddy. VASH And what about me? PICARD You'll remain here. It's safer. VASH This isn't a starship, Jean-Luc. And I don't follow orders. A beat as they stare at each other. VASH You'd never find it without me. The professor's notes are in code. She smiles triumphantly. Picard grudgingly accepts the inevitable. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT THREE 36. 32 CONTINUED: (4) In spite of himself, Picard is beginning to admire this brash woman. PICARD From the moment we met I knew you were going to be trouble. VASH You look like a man who could handle trouble. PICARD How far is it to our destination? VASH According to the professor's notes, a series of subterranrean caves lie twenty-nine kilometers due east. That's where we'll find the Uthat. PICARD I'll meet you in the lobby in fifteen minutes. Be punctual. (a beat) I advise you to change clothing. He heads for the door. VASH Jean-Luc... He turns. VASH ... We're going to make a wonderful team. Picard isn't quite so confident. He EXITS. 33 INT. LOBBY Picard and Vash move quickly through the lobby. Vash is carrying a back pack. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT THREE 37. 34 NEW ANGLE As Sovak appears at their side. SOVAK I expected such treachery. Did you think you could sneak away from me so easily? 35 INSERT A small phaser is pressed against Picard's back. 36 BACK TO SCENE As Picard and Vash react. 37 INT. LOBBY - THE LANAI (OPTICAL) Picard and Vash ENTER, followed by Sovak. As they turn to face him: SOVAK The disc -- where is it? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT THREE 38. 37 CONTINUED: PICARD Didn't anyone tell you weapons aren't allowed on Risa? SOVAK You're making a grave mistake putting your trust in this woman. VASH It would be a worse mistake to trust you. SOVAK Silence! (to Picard) Do you know how she acquired the disc in the first place? Vash starts toward the Ferengi. VASH (a warning) Sovak! He points the phaser in her direction, effectively stopping her in her tracks. Sovak smiles. He's enjoying this. SOVAK (to Picard) I paid her to steal it. But instead she betrayed me, and used my money to make her way here. VASH That's not the way it happened. SOVAK (relishing it) She's a greedy and unscrupulous woman. (drooling over Vash) A perfect mate for a Ferengi. PICARD You are becoming quite an annoyance, Sovak. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT THREE 39. 37 CONTINUED: (2) SOVAK As are you, human. Perhaps I should kill you and then take the disc. Vash moves forward, holding out the back pack. VASH No wait... you can have it. A greedy Sovak, anticipating victory, reaches for the bag. Vash tosses it to him. A surprised Sovak catches it. Picard uses the opportunity to grab for the phaser. The Ferengi FIRES it, the beam passing between Picard and Vash. A solid punch from the captain and Sovak crumples to the ground. Picard takes the phaser and tosses it in the bushes. He picks up the back pack. VASH You see, I told you we'd make a good team. Picard still isn't totally convinced. He leads her away. PICARD We have a long trip ahead of us. They EXIT the lanai. Hold a beat, and then the Vorgons MATERIALIZE (VORGON TRANSPORTER EFFECT). AJUR So it finally begins. BORATUS Picard must not be allowed to destroy the Uthat. AJUR He will surrender it to us... or die. And on two very grim and determined Vorgons, we: FADE OUT. END OF ACT THREE STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT FOUR 40. ACT FOUR FADE IN: 38 INT. CAVERN (OPTICAL) A dark, primeval place. Shafts of moonlight emanating from natural fissures in the ceiling provide the only illumination. Picard is finishing up some dinner as he stands gazing off into the shadows. Behind him is a small, grassy chamber. He turns and ENTERS -- revealing a weary Vash resting on the ground. She holds a tricorder-like device (the disc is inside) as she checks the professor's maps. PICARD Have you calculated how much further we have to go? VASH Another eleven kilometers. Picard is well aware they both could use a rest. PICARD We'll remain here for the night. VASH I was hoping you'd say that. She flops onto her back, arms outstretched. Picard sits with his back to the cave wall. PICARD We made better time than I expected. Vash leans up on her elbows. VASH I'll take that as a compliment. Picard acknowledges. PICARD As it was intended. Vash sits up -- moves closer to Picard. She hesitates -- looking for the right words... Totally serious for a change. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/25/90 - ACT FOUR 41. 38 CONTINUED: VASH Jean-Luc... I'm afraid I haven't been totally honest with you. PICARD Forgive me if I don't act surprised. VASH Sovak did pay me to hand over the disc. PICARD Then you did steal it. VASH It wasn't stealing. The professor was dead... Someone had to continue his work. I had already devoted five years of my life to tracking down the Uthat. PICARD But you took Sovak's money. VASH It was the only way I could afford to get to Risa. As for Sovak, he got exactly what he deserved. Picard gives a wry grin. PICARD Well, any woman who can beat a Ferengi at his own game, bears watching. Vash is delighted to return Picard's smile. VASH I'll take that as another compliment. I am flattered. A silent moment passes between them. Then: PICARD (gruffly) We should get some sleep. Vash turns and rummages through the pack. She pulls out a blanket (perhaps some kind of sleeping bag.) STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FOUR 42. 38 CONTINUED: (2) VASH You know Jean-Luc, it's lucky for you we met. Picard flashes Vash a dubious look as he helps her spread out the blanket. VASH If it wasn't for me, you'd still be back there sitting in the sun... relaxing. PICARD That happens to be why I came to Risa. They both slip under the blanket. Settle in. VASH I'm sure you hated every minute of it. That kind of vacation isn't for a man like you. You need excitement. PICARD Excitement? Sleeping in a damp cave... chasing after something we'll probably never find? VASH (confident) You are enjoying yourself, aren't you? A beat and then Picard allows himself a small grin. There's no use denying it. PICARD I suppose I am. VASH (victory) I just wanted to hear you say it. PICARD Good. Now go to sleep. A beat. Picard closes his eyes. Vash looks over at him. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FOUR 43. 38 CONTINUED: (3) VASH I'll never forget that look on your face when you thought I was offering you Jamaharon. Picard's eyes open. PICARD That was a simple misunderstanding. VASH (a beat) You did seem a little disappointed when I turned you down. Picard rises up on an elbow, leans towards Vash. PICARD You can be the most irritating woman sometimes. VASH (smiling) You're kind of prickly yourself. (a beat) Don't you see, we're a lot alike. That's probably why we get along so well. PICARD You call this getting along? VASH All right. We don't get along. She moves up into a reclining position alongside Picard... and now their faces are only inches apart. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FOUR 44. 38 CONTINUED: (4) VASH (softly) But you do admit we're attracted to one another. A long beat of sexual tension and Picard's response is more an admission than a denial. PICARD Do I? VASH If you want to pretend otherwise, that's fine with me, but... But before she can continue, Picard moves forward that last inch and kisses her. VASH You still think I'm trouble? PICARD I'm sure of it. They kiss again... and it grows more passionate. She lowers him down over her. DISSOLVE TO: 39 OMITTED 39A INT. CAVERNS Picard and Vash hiking along. Picard wears the back pack. 40 INT. CAVERNS (OPTICAL) A vaulted cul-de-sac. Picard and Vash ENTER. Look around. Vash can barely contain her excitement as she consults her tricorder. VASH This is it. We've reached the end of our journey. PICARD Do you have an exact location? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FOUR 44A. 40 CONTINUED: VASH (reading off the disc) Six meters in from the large outcropping. Picard and Vash find the outcropping. Picard paces off the distance. PICARD That should put it right about here. Vash scans the spot with her tricorder. A frown slips across her face. She scans the rest of the chamber, her frown deepening. PICARD Is something wrong? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FOUR 45. 40 CONTINUED: (2) VASH I can't get a reading. There must be Starithium ore in these rocks. PICARD That leaves us but one alternative. He reaches into the pack and pulls out a collapsible shovel -- hands it to Vash. Then takes out another for himself. PICARD Shall we? Vash nods. Picard buries the shovel into the ground. At the moment of impact, the Vorgons MATERIALIZE into the chamber. (VORGON MATERIALIZATION EFFECT.) Vash reacts to the intrusion -- what new enemy is this? VASH (wielding her shovel; help) Picard! PICARD (seeing it's the Vorgons) A bit early, aren't you? AJUR We are here to witness a great moment, Picard. Vash looks over at Picard, demanding an explanation. VASH Who the hell are they? PICARD They're security officers from the twenty-seventh century. They're here to take back the Uthat. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FOUR 46. 40 CONTINUED: (3) Vash is torn between amazement and anger. VASH You knew about this and didn't tell me? PICARD My apologies Vash... But if I had told you, would you have brought me here? VASH Probably not. PICARD My point exactly. SOVAK (O.S.) So the betrayer is herself betrayed. 41 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL) Sovak ENTERS the vault carrying a phaser rifle at the ready. He reacts to the Vorgons. SOVAK (to Vash) You've put together quite a little team. Ajur advances towards Sovak. AJUR You must not interrupt Captain Picard... Sovak points the rifle at the Vorgon. SOVAK Quiet. Move back with the others. Ajur and Boratus comply and move closer to Picard and Vash. PICARD (coldly to Sovak) How did you get here? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FOUR 47. 41 CONTINUED: SOVAK (proudly) I found the disc in her room. Picard looks over at Vash. Can this be true? VASH That's impossible. I made a copy as a precaution. But I burned it before we left. SOVAK Only the outer casing was incinerated. Now, I had no intention of interrupting you. Please... (harshly) Continue digging. A beat. Neither Picard or Vash move. Sovak FIRES the phaser rifle into the air. A defiant Vash drives her shovel into the dirt. Picard looks over at the Vorgons. No help there. For the time being, there's only one thing to do. And as Picard begins to dig, we: FADE OUT. END OF ACT FOUR STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FIVE 48. ACT FIVE FADE IN: 42 INT. CAVERN (OPTICAL) Picard climbs out of a hole that has grown waist deep and five feet wide. Vash continues to shovel away -- under the watchful eyes of the Vorgons and an increasingly anxious Sovak. SOVAK No one told you to stop digging, human. PICARD I see no reason to continue. Now Vash has stopped digging as well. Sovak fires a shot from the phaser rifle. SOVAK You will do as I say. Now pick up that shovel! PICARD Look around Sovak, by now it must be obvious even to you... the Uthat is not here. SOVAK Is this some pathetic attempt at trickery? Of course it's here. We simply haven't found it yet. Vash approaches Picard. VASH Are you saying the professor's findings were wrong? PICARD It would appear so. Picard's words seem to be making a strong impact on Vash. It's as if she's struggling to accept the truth. VASH (bewildered) But how could that be? His evidence was overwhelming. Sovak's rage and panic is building. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FIVE 49. 42 CONTINUED: SOVAK Enough with this foolishness. (to Vash) Can't you see he's trying to deceive us? (to Picard) Return to work this instant! 43 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL) Vash gives Sovak a sympathetic look. VASH I'm afraid he's right, Sovak. According to the disc we should have reached it hours ago. SOVAK (panic rising) Lies! Treachery! This cannot be happening. Not another failure. Not after having come so close. AJUR It is most puzzling. And with that, the Vorgons beam out. (VORGON TRANSPORTER EFFECT.) PICARD (firmly) It's over, Sovak. SOVAK No, I will not be cheated out of my prize. (to Vash) Tell him. Tell him the professor's research is irrefutable. VASH (her doubt's growing) I... I don't know anymore... SOVAK Then step aside... He grabs the shovel from Vash. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FIVE 50. 43 CONTINUED: He throws away the phaser rifle and lowers himself into the hole. He begins digging frantically. SOVAK (continuing) The Uthat is here... somewhere... Just waiting to be found... It can't hide from me forever. He continues digging. 44 NEW ANGLE Picard and Vash watch this sorry spectacle for a beat and then turn to leave. 45 INT. LOBBY - EVENING It is nearly deserted. 45A INT. VASH'S ROOM Picard and Vash ENTER. Vash looks like a tired and defeated woman. VASH Five years of my life... wasted. PICARD There are other treasures to be found, Vash. Vash nods. She is trying to put up a brave front, but she is clearly devastated. VASH Not like the Uthat. (a beat) I hope you won't mind... but I need to be alone for awhile. PICARD I quite understand. Vash manages a smile. She kisses Picard on the cheek and he EXITS. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FIVE 51. 46 INT. PICARD'S ROOM - NIGHT Picard, back in the clothes he wore when he first came to the Haven, is packing his travel bags. (NOTE: He is now wearing his communicator.) RIKER (COM VOICE) Enterprise to Picard. Picard keys his insignia. PICARD Picard here. INTERCUT TO: 47 INT. MAIN BRIDGE Riker at Command. Data and Worf at their usual stations. Supernumerary (Bennett) at Conn. RIKER I hope we're not interrupting anything important, Captain. I just wanted to inform you that we have achieved orbit around Risa and are ready to beam you up at your convenience. PICARD I will be returning shortly, Commander. In the interim, stand ready to initiate Transporter Code Fourteen at my signal. Riker reacts -- perhaps he misunderstood Picard. RIKER Transporter Code Fourteen? PICARD You heard me, Number One. RIKER Yes, sir. PICARD Picard out. END INTERCUT. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FIVE 52. 48 INT. LOBBY - NIGHT Deserted, except for Vash who is dressed as in the teaser. She carries the back pack as she hurries toward the Horga'hn Shrine. PICARD (V.O.) Leaving so soon? A startled Vash whirls around to see: 49 VASH'S P.O.V. On Picard who has been waiting in a secluded area for just this moment. 50 BACK TO SCENE As Picard approaches, Vash manages to recover her poise. VASH Jean-Luc -- I was just about to come say good-bye. Picard plays it nonchalant, but he is carefully scrutinizing her reactions. PICARD Well then, I've saved you the bother. VASH I want to put all this behind me as soon as possible. You understand. PICARD Of course. However, there is one last thing you can do for me. VASH Anything. Picard leans forward in a confidential manner. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FIVE 53. 50 CONTINUED: PICARD Show me where you've hidden the Tox Uthat. Vash stares back at him with a look of outraged innocence. VASH That's not funny, Jean-Luc. But Picard isn't interested in denials. PICARD You never intended to burn that second disc. If you had, you wouldn't have been so careless as to allow Sovak to salvage any of it. You wanted him to follow us so he could see for himself that the Uthat wasn't at the cave site. It was the only way to convince him your quest had been futile. VASH But how could I have known the Uthat wasn't there? PICARD Because you had gone there once before. Probably the moment you arrived on the planet. That's when you found it. A long beat before Vash finally answers. VASH (a reluctant smile) You're a man of many talents, Jean-Luc. She reaches over to the shrine and picks up one of the smaller Horga'hns. She hands the figure over to Picard. VASH Open it. Picard finds a hinge in the belly of the idol. He lifts up the top half. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FIVE 53A. 51 HORGA'HN - E.C.U. As it splits open, we REVEAL the Tox Uthat, a gleaming crystal cube sitting in the belly of the statue. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FIVE 54. 52 BACK TO SCENE VASH (admiring it) A piece of the future. PICARD A very dangerous piece. Were you really going to give it to the Daystom Institute? VASH Well, maybe not give it. (off his look) Five years is a huge investment, Jean-Luc. I deserve to make a reasonable profit. 53 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL) As Boratus and Ajur MATERIALIZE (VORGON TRANSPORTER EFFECT). AJUR Congratulations Picard. We knew you would not fail us. Vash grabs hold of Picard's arm. VASH You're not going to just hand it over are you? (a beat) You didn't trust me... what makes you think you can trust them? PICARD I assume the Vorgons have proof to back up their claims. Picard's words are clearly intended as much for the Vorgons as for Vash. BORATUS Our being here is proof enough. And as Vash makes the connection -- VASH Wait a second, Vorgons? (MORE) STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FIVE 54A. 53 CONTINUED: VASH (Cont'd) According to the professor's notes, it was two Vorgons... a male and a female... who tried to steal the Uthat in the first place. For all we know it could be them. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FIVE 55. 53 CONTINUED: (2) Picard confronts the Vorgons. His earlier suspicions now seemingly confirmed. PICARD You're going to have to prove you are who you say you are. Both Vorgons make no move to comply. AJUR As you yourself said, the Uthat belongs to the future. PICARD But not necessarily to you. Boratus points a weapon at Picard. BORATUS You will return what is ours, Picard. VASH No! Vash moves towards Boratus. The beam from the weapon hits her in the chest, pushing her backwards. Picard moves quickly -- placing the Uthat on the floor as he keys his communicator. PICARD Enterprise... Code Fourteen... Lock on present coordinates... three second delay... Mark! Picard moves away from the Uthat as Ajur runs towards it. And as Ajur reaches toward the Uthat it suddenly SHIMMERS in the TRANSPORTER EFFECT and then EXPLODES. 54 NEW ANGLE (OPTICAL) Picard helps a shaky Vash to her feet. PICARD Are you all right? STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FIVE 56. 54 CONTINUED: Picard, relieved to see she's not seriously injured, turns his attention to the Vorgons. PICARD (forcefully) Go. Return to your own time. There's nothing for you here. BORATUS History recorded that you destroyed the Uthat. AJUR You have fulfilled your destiny all too well, Picard. The Vorgons DEMATERIALIZE (VORGON TRANSPORTER EFFECT.) HOLD ON Picard and Vash. 55 INT. PICARD'S ROOM - NIGHT (OPTICAL) Vash is helping Picard pack his travel bags. VASH I don't suppose there are any openings for an archaeologist aboard the Enterprise. PICARD (smiling) Somehow I doubt you'd find life aboard a starship suitable to your taste. VASH Probably not. I could never tolerate all that discipline. PICARD What are your plans? VASH I thought I'd explore the ruins on Sarthong Five. No telling what I might find there. PICARD But the Sarthongians deal harshly with trespassers. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FIVE 56A. 55 CONTINUED: VASH Why Jean-Luc, you really do care about me. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FIVE 57. 55 CONTINUED: (2) Picard closes up his bags. And she's right. He is somewhat concerned. PICARD You will try and stay out of trouble. VASH I always try. But they both know she's not going to try very hard. And now there's nothing left to do but say good-bye. And it seems only natural for Picard to take her in his arms for a farewell kiss. Afterward -- VASH I wish we had more time together. PICARD (smiling) Perhaps we do. (off her questioning look) The Vorgons are time travelers. Now that they know where and when the Uthat can be found, they may very well come back and try for it again. VASH So we may be doing this all over again. A beat... Picard smiles... and Vash returns it. VASH Good-bye Jean-Luc. Picard nods in farewell. He keys his insignia. PICARD Picard to Transporter Room. One to beam up. Picard and Vash exchange a final glance before the TRANSPORTER EFFECT beams Picard away. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FIVE 57A. 56 INT BRIDGE Riker and Troi greet Picard as he ENTERS from the turbolift. He is back in uniform and in a far better mood than when he returned from Gemaris. RIKER Welcome aboard, Captain. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/26/90 - ACT FIVE 58. 56 CONTINUED: PICARD Thank you, Commander. Status report. RIKER All went well on Starbase twelve. I think you'll find the ship to be in splendid condition. PICARD I'll present my compliments to the crew. Oh yes... and Number One... about that Horga'hn you requested. RIKER (feigning innocence) Yes, sir... PICARD We need to have a little chat about that. Riker tries unsuccessfully to suppress his grin. Picard heads for his Ready Room. TROI Was it a relaxing trip, Captain? He gives Troi a look that says -- you don't know the half of it. As the doors close behind him: RIKER (beaming) I knew he'd have a great time. 57 EXT. SPACE - THE ENTERPRISE (OPTICAL) Warps out of orbit. STAR TREK: "Captain's Holiday" - REV. 1/29/90 - ACT FIVE 59. 58 INT. RISIAN LOBBY (RE-DO OF SCENE 1) We are back in time to the opening of the show. Everything is exactly like it was in the first shot of the Teaser. 59 NEW ANGLE (RE-DO OF SCENE 2) (OPTICAL) As before, the Vorgons MATERIALIZE by one of the entranceways. The Vorgons glance curiously around the lobby then make their way over to a nearby wall grid. Ajur places her palm on an adjoining sensor panel which glows at her touch. COMPUTER (V.O.) Welcome to Risa. All that is ours is yours. AJUR We are looking for the lodging chamber of Captain Jean-Luc Picard. COMPUTER (V.O.) A file scan reveals no record of a Captain Picard currently visiting Risa. Boratus turns to Ajur. BORATUS We're early. AJUR Again. And their look implies that this time they are determined to be successful. FADE OUT. END OF ACT FIVE THE END