Title: We Can't Start Over

Author: Tempus Meum

Rating:

Disclaimer: The characters and premise used in this story are unfortunately not owned by me. If JAG was mine…the possibilities.

Spoilers: Up to 'Boomerang'

Summary: An alternate conversation on the ferry in Sydney changes things considerably.

3. (Change to third person, sorry if this annoys anybody.)

Two hours later they are sitting in the Ferris wheel, slowly moving towards the top as more people were seated. On the seat next to Harm was a large stuffed toy Koala and next to Mac was a stuffed toy Kangaroo that they had both one on the sideshows. Harms arms were around Mac's shoulders as the Sydney skyline became better the higher they got. Mac had the disposable camera ready to go as they finally reached the top and stopped. It didn't take long before she had taken three photos of the beautiful view before turning it towards Harm.

"No way, if I am going to be in a picture then so are you." He said taking the camera from her.

"And how do you plan on doing that?" She asks

"Like this." Wrapping one arm around her shoulders and pulling her back tight against him he held the camera out in front of them with the other. "Smile for the camera." They both grinned as the flash went off. "Right, one more!" And before Mac could protest Harm placed his lips on her cheek and the flash went off again. Putting the camera down and pulling back slightly he smiled at her.

"You think you're so cute." Mac tried not to smile as she looked back at him.

"No I think you're so cute." At this Mac started to blush and turned away. The ride started to move and they were slowly taken around on the Ferris wheel. Mac laid her head on his chest and Harm wrapped both his arms around her shoulders.

"I wish we could spend forever like this."

"There is nothing saying we can't."

"Only everything about our jobs forbids it."

"Hey I thought we were going to forget about all of that tonight?"

"We were I'm sorry." Harm kissed her forehead but let his lips linger. Mac only pulled back from him when he removed his lips.

"If we were to be Commander Rabb and Lieutenant Colonel Sarah MacKenzie at the moment then I wouldn't be able to do this." Harm leaned into her and placed a kiss on her lips. When she didn't pull back he leant into her slightly, only to have her hands move upto his neck pulling him toward her. Running his tongue across her lips seeking entry, she granted his request and parted her lips. Mac let out a low groan as Harm's tongue explored the recesses of her mouth and his hands explored her body. Pulling apart several second later they were both gasping for breath.

"I…sure…am…glad…we …are…just…Harm…and…Sarah…then!" Mac said breathing heavily.

"So am I." Harm replied.

"Why can't everyday be like this Harm?"

"Well I am sure we can find a way to make it, if that's what we both want. Is it…what you want?"

"Um…I would have to say it is."

"And I would like nothing more than to hold you for the rest of my life." Harm pulled her into his chest and buried his face in her hair. "But how bout we focus on the next couple of days…and think about JAG when we get home."

"Okay sounds good." Harm placed another kiss on her lips as they got out of their seat picked up their prizes and walked out of the park arm in arm.

0130 hours

The Savillle (Hotel)

Sydney, Australia

Harm walked Mac to the door of her room, and waited as she opened the door. After unlocking it she turned around to face him.

"Did you want to…ah…come in."

"I'd like nothing more Sarah, but I think we should wait, I do have court tomorrow morning… how about we meet for lunch at say 1230? Unless of course you already have plans?"

"No…I don't have plans for lunch, although I am having dinner with Bud tomorrow night."

"You're not planning on cheating on me are you?" Harm asked with a smirk.

"Well I was thinking of asking Bud if he was up for it, however I am sure he would not be willing to cheat on Harriet." Mac replied with a laugh.

"I'm sorry to hear that." Harm pulled her into a hug. "I'll see you in about eleven hours, Sarah. Sweet dreams!"

"I'm looking forward to it, goodnight Harm." Harm pulled her in for a final quick kiss before turning and walking away from her to his own room.