In addition to coping with the memories of her "past lives," Ezri Dax must deal with the range of reactions her presence generates. Kira awkwardly tries to make conversation; Sisko is happy to have his old friend back; Quark flirts with her; and Worf, pained by the memory of his dead wife Jadzia, which Ezri's presence provokes, makes it clear he wants nothing to do with her. Elsewhere, Garak inexplicably collapses and is rushed to Bashir's care.

Andrew J. Robinson (Garak)

• Ezri Dax is assistant Ship's Counselor on the U.S.S. Destiny. Sisko offers her a position as Station's Counselor. (Sisko talked to Starfleet Medical, and they are willing to forgo the rest of her training and promote her to full counselor.) Ezri is promoted to Lieutenant (junior grade).
  
• The U.S.S. Destiny is heading to join the 7th Fleet to take the offensive at Kalandra. The Destiny is commanded by Captain Raymer.
  
• Garak's father punished him by locking him in a closet, which is why he's claustrophobic. He feels extremely guilty about helping Starfleet against the Cardassians.
  
• Since being joined, Ezri experiences space motion sickness.