Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (TV Series)

Life Support (1995)

Louise Fletcher: Kai Winn

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• Kai Winn : The Prophets teach us that while violence may keep an enemy at bay, only peace can make him a friend.

• Kai Winn : [about Vedek Bareil]  If he dies, then peace with Cardassia dies with him.

• [Dr. Bashir has managed to revive Bareil, who had been fatally injured] 

  Doctor Bashir : Well, it's a little early to tell, but I'm hoping he'll make a full recovery. He should be back on his feet again in a few weeks.

  Commander Sisko : You say that so calmly. But it's not every doctor that can lose a patient and then have him back on his feet in a few weeks!

  Kai Winn : Indeed, you are too modest. You've performed nothing less than a miracle here. The Prophets must walk with you, Doctor.

  Doctor Bashir : Well, I and the Prophets were lucky.

• [Dr. Bashir explains that Bareil's desire to continue supporting Kai Winn in her peace negotiations prevents him from getting the proper treatment for his injuries] 

  Kai Winn : If I'm not mistaken, the decision regarding Bareil's treatment is up to him.

  Doctor Bashir : Yes, as the patient, it is his right to make that choice. But I am asking you to help me change his mind.

• Doctor Bashir : Eminence - you're the Kai. These are your negotiations. Let this be your moment in history. Finish the talks on your own, and you won't have to share the credit with anyone.

  Kai Winn : You say that as though success is guaranteed.

  Doctor Bashir : Of course... If the talks fail, you'll need someone to accept the blame. A scapegoat. You're a coward. You're afraid to stand alone.

  Kai Winn : Bareil's already made his decision, Doctor. I won't interfere. And Doctor - I won't forget what you've said here.

  Doctor Bashir : Neither will I.