I love that tribble/puffskin link and it seems quite plausible (at least as much as any other treknology). I do like the way Harry's growing in that time and I rather suspect he's going to be quite a surprise to a number of folk at such time as he finds a way to return. I thought that Kirk leveling with him was a very nice touch on the Captain's part and I hope the friendly relationship continues there. I rather suspected that Gorn would be related to parseltongue; 'twould be amusing to see Harry carrying a perfect conversation with one or more Gorns. I'm definitely looking forward to where you take matters next, though I suspect Harry's going to be in the prep school for Starfleet Academy.
Author's response
Well, your reading my mind again. He will eventually be going to the Academy, but he does have to finish High School first. Gorn will pop up again in time as will Ensign Krulak. Keep on reading.
Rob