I've been ruminating over this episode. First, very well done. If the plot elements built into IV lead where I think they will, V will be a most excellent (most likely) conclusion to this arc.

That said, I very much enjoyed this episode for what it was. Plot development, character development, and relationship development. What too many space opera writers forget is that you don't need an action sequence every other page in order to have a good story.

Thank you all, usual suspects. With this level of story telling, if you keep posting 'em, we'll keep reading 'em (and sending others to read them as well).