AN: Well since you guys have been so patient , I have decided to end the suspense. On with the chapter.

"Who knows what?"

"Ambuehl knows I'm pregnant with your baby."

"How do you know?"

"Harm, Renee' was in the courtroom."

"What! I didn't see her!"

"Who's Renee'?"

"She's my ex-girlfriend. We ran into her at Mac's obstetrician appointment. She called me and blackmailed me into meeting with her."

"What did she want?"

"Harm. She wanted him to leave me and go to her."

"And you think this was something I didn't need to know?"

"We didn't think it would be a problem. Renee' is usually all bark and no bite. I would never think she would do this."

"Oh Harm. What are we going to do?"

"There's not much we can do. You have to go back in there."

"I can try to object to the line of question, but I don't think it will do much."

"Mac. It's going to be ok. We knew something like this could happen. I'm going to call AJ and let him know what's about to happen. Hopefully, he has all the kinks worked out in his little surprise for us."

"I'm scared."

"I am, too, baby. Sarah, I love you. Believe in our love, and we will get through this."

"I love you, too."

Beetem excused herself telling Mac she would see her inside. Harm opened his arms and enveloped her in his arms. Mac tilted her head and Harm's lips descended upon hers. It was a kiss that was soft and gentle. It was kiss that gave Mac the courage and determination the go back into the courtroom.

Mac and Harm exited the bathroom. Harm quickly called AJ, and AJ told him he was parking the car say they spoke. AJ wanted to be there for them today. It also kept his mind off of a certain phone call he was expecting. Harm agreed with Mac that he would wait for AJ while she went back into the courtroom. As Mac made her way to the courtroom and fierce determination swept over her. She would not let Renee' win. She would not allow Renee' the satisfaction on seeing how frightened she really was. Walking into the room, her eyes locked with Renee's. If her eyes were daggers, Renee' would be in pieces. She held her gaze long enough for the doubt to enter Renee's eyes. Satisfied, Mac took her seat back on the stand. Court was called to order, and the defense began her cross examination.

Lieutenant Commander Ambuehl was relentless in her cross examination, but Mac was determined not to give her an avenue. For every question that would leave the members with reasonable doubt as to Elliot's guilt, Mac had evidence to counter. Everything seemed to be going smoothly till they got to the kidnapping.

"Tell me, colonel, how did you manage to get allegedly kidnapped by the corporal? I mean you are trained in hand-to-hand."

"Objection, badgering the witness."

"I'll rephrase. Colonel, please tell the court how you were allegedly kidnapped."

"I wouldn't call it alleged, Commander. I was on the phone one minute, and the next thing I knew I'm in the basement of the gym."

"So you're saying you have no memory of how you came to be in the basement."

"Well, I don't know many people who would have any memories after being knocked out with chloroform."

AJ couldn't help but smile. He knew Mac would be a formidable force in the courtroom. He always liked the way she handled a case. It was all about the facts. He didn't have to worry about her emotions, unlike someone else he knew. They really did fit together. He was turning his attention back to the scene in front of him when his cell phone rang. He knew he wasn't allowed to have them in the proceedings, but this was the phone call he was waiting for. AJ quietly moved pass Harm and left the courtroom to take the call.

Meanwhile, Ambuehl continued her cross.

"So you say. Colonel, you say Corporal Elliot hit you so hard that you loss consciousness. How can we be so sure that all this isn't a figment of your imagination?"

"As the said earlier, I regained consciousness while AJ was trying to rescue me. Besides, the doctor's report stated that I only had minor injuries, none of which would cause memory loss."

Mac knew the moment those words left her mouth that the time had come, and the smile from Ambuehl confirmed it. Her secret was about to be revealed. She couldn't help but feel nervous, but she was able to conceal it. She searched the courtroom for Harm and immediately found him. Their eyes locked and both could see the fear and anxiety warring in their souls. They held a silent conversation, reassuring each other that they would be fine. But the problem was that they didn't know that for sure.

Harm looked back in search for AJ, but couldn't find AJ anywhere. Just as he was about to go look for him, AJ appeared. He looked at them and easily assessed the situation. He came back just in time. He knew the court was about to find out she was pregnant, and he could see fear in her eyes. He wished he could tell her that she has nothing to worry about, everything was taken care of, but he had no way of letting her know. All he could do is nod his head and hope she would get the message. And get the message she did. Mac understood what AJ was trying to tell her. She wasn't sure at first. She can't read him like Harm, but she knew what he meant. Steeling herself, she prepared for the question.

Meanwhile AJ made his way next to Harm.

"How are you holding up?"

"As good as can be expected. I'm just so worried right now."

"I wouldn't worry, Harm. Everything is being taken care of."

"You're sure?"

"Yes, and when the time comes, you will see what I mean."

Their conversation ended as they heard Ambuehl begin to speak.

"Let's talk about that report for a minute. As you stated earlier, you sustained a mild concussion and other minor injuries. Was there anything else the doctor told you, and remember, you are under oath?"

"The doctor told me I wouldn't have any side effects of the chloroform and to rest for a few days."

"You seem to be leaving one important detail out, Colonel."

"Objection, this line of questioning has nothing to do with the case."

"If the court would grant me a little leeway, I will be able to show relevance."

"I'll allow it, but get to the point quickly, counselor."

"Yes, your honor. Colonel, were you the only one the doctor was concerned with?"

"No."

"Well, you were the only person allegedly kidnapped. Who else was hurt?"

'Here we go.' "No one else was hurt, per se. The doctor said me and the baby would be fine."

Whispers could be heard throughout the courtroom. Most wondering what does the colonel's pregnancy have to do with this case. No one saw the satisfied smile on Renee's face. 'Revenge is definitely best sold cold. Let's see how she gets out of this one. Harm will be mine.'

"So you lied to this court."

"I did no such thing."

"You failed to mention you're pregnant."

"Choosing to omit something and lying are to very different things counselor."

"And why did you do that?"

"I didn't feel it was relevant."

"Didn't feel it was relevant. Colonel, Corporal Elliot could have killed you and your baby. How could that not be relevant?"

"Your honor, I still fail to see the importance of this line of questioning."

"I'm beginning to wonder myself. Approach."

As the attorneys approached the bench, Mac took a moment to calm down. Her heart was racing and she was sure her blood pressure was up. Those two things are not good for the baby.

"Commander, what is your point in revealing the Colonel's pregnancy?"

"Your honor, I have reason to believe that the Colonel is guilty of violation of Article 134 of the UCMJ."

"Do you have proof?"

"I have a witness stating she saw the Colonel with Commander Rabb leaving her obstetrician's office."

"That doesn't prove she's guilty of fraternization."

"If you court would allow it, I can get her to admit that the Commander is the father of her baby."

"Your honor, whether Colonel Mackenzie is guilty of fraternization or not has no bearing on this case."

"I have to agree with her, counselor. Do you have a point to all this?"

"Only to show that the Colonel tells things the way she sees fit to. She could be leaving out other aspects that could prove my client innocent."

"You're reaching, counselor. I will not have you smear the name of a good marine to help you win a case. If she is guilty of fraternization, that is for her and her CO to sort out. Now do you have any more questions for this witness?"

"No, your honor."

"Then let's get on with it."

"Yes, your honor. I have no further questions for this witness."

"The witness may step down. Does the prosecution with to call any more witnesses?"

"No, your honor. The prosecution rests."

"Very well. This court is in recess till 0900 tomorrow."

With the bang of the gavel, it was over, and her secret was still safe. Mac made her way to the doors when Renee' grabbed her arm."

"You may have been able to keep your baby's father secret from this court, but your CO will definitely know."

"Why are you doing this?"

"You know damn well why. Harm is meant to be with me, not a mousey marine like you. He will be mine."

"You fail to understand two things. One, if I'm convicted of fraternization, Harm will be too. Secondly, and listen to this one close. HARM DOESN'T LOVE YOU! Now if you kindly remove your arm before I rip it off and put it somewhere nature never intended it, I would appreciate it."

Renee' released her arm, and Mac made her way out of the courtroom. She was almost out the door when she heard Renee' tell her, "This isn't over yet. You'll see. I always get what I want."

Mac pushed through the doors and right into the waiting arms of her fiancée. Harm quickly embraced her and she felt all the stress and tension flow from her body. Today had been a day from hell and both were eager to get out of that place. AJ and Beetem walked over to them.

"You did good in their today, Mac."

"Thank you, AJ. I just hope we can keep out little secret a little longer."

"I don't think that's going to be possible anymore. Renee' is bond and determined to get Harm back. I don't think it will be long before I need to pull the proverbial rabbit out of my hat."

"Hey, that's my line."

"Well, now it's mine."

They all shared a good laugh and quickly decided to go and grab something to eat.

Well what did you think? Hope it was worth the wait. I have 10 pages typed and still need to bring to a climax (although there will be some angst so you are warned) in order to finish it. I do plan to finish with the birth of the baby, but I'm not going to go into a lot of detail (I mean, she only about 8 weeks now. I'm not writng 7 months of pregnancy). I will take suggestions on gender, names, do they find out before the birth and so forth. Now all you have to do is hit the lilac button and review. You know you want to. (evil grin)