Opportunity (Part 5 of the Drabble Series)

Ratings: MC, MS, MSH

Set During: Season 1 Episode 3 “Past Prologue”

            Garak had been slightly surprised to receive a communication from Cardassian Prime. He’d known that they would contact him eventually, they still needed him whether they liked it or not. He was surprised that they had contacted him so soon. The withdrawal had only happened two weeks ago.

            “Garak, it seems you haven’t been well. You’ve lost nearly all the scales on your neck.”

            The contact might appear to be concerned, but Garak recognized the comment for what it was, an insult. The man knew perfectly well how the military officers had left him. He was attempting to mask surprise at Garak’s quick recovery.

            “I have no idea what you mean. I’m feeling perfectly well.” Garak smile his overly polite smile.

            “Just as well. We have information that suggests we will need an unofficial channel with your Starfleet landlords soon. It would be in your best interests to have that channel available.” He had recovered from his earlier openness.

            “I see. And, to what ends shall this unofficial channel be put.” Garak inquired.

            “That is none of your business.” The man snapped.

            “I see.” Garak replied calmly. “Then we have no further business together.”

            Garak cut the communication and went over to his computer terminal. Within mere moments he’d discovered that a want Bajoran terrorist had escaped for Cardassian authorities, and was on route to the station. The Gul put in charge by Central Command of apprehending him was inept to say the least. No wonder he’d been contacted.

            It seemed to be time to make friendly contact with the young doctor. The man would surely enjoy playing a key role in apprehending a terrorist. This could be just what he needed to spark the interest of Doctor Bashir. And, if he was careful he’d be able to find out just how much variety the good doctor had in his choice of partners. 

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