Chapter Six-

Interview Room One – Internal Affairs Officers Laura Greer and Michael Fletcher

"So how did things go with the Victory group?" Asked Laura, shuffling the papers on her desk.

"They seemed fine. They probably need to review their protocols, but other than that, nothing odd," replied Michael.

"What did you think of Lexie?" Asked Laura, finally taking a seat.

"She's not telling us everything, that's for sure, but I don't think she'll be a danger to the crew. I think it was pure chance that her phone was found and the number matched. She may have accidently dialled the number. That's for the IT group to find out for us," said Michael.

"Anyone else you thought was a problem?" Asked Laura.

"To be honest, no. There are some relationship issues there, and some people have a certain disregard for the rules, but we all make mistakes. If these sailors are reigned in, they'll be fine," said Michael decidedly. Laura sighed, and pushed a stack of files back to Michael.

"Good. We've got reports to write now."


"Three more days of leave," commented Kelly quietly.

"Three more days, and we'll be back on Hammersley, protecting Australian waters again," replied Mike.

"Do you think Lexie did it?" Asked Kelly.

"To be honest, I have no idea. She may have. We'll never really know though. It's her word against ours, and evidence can be indeterminate," responded Mike. Kelly snuggled up against his chest.

"I'm glad you're allowed to stay on Hammersley," she said softly.

"I'm happy that I get to stay with you. I was freaking out about having to watch you go away for weeks at a time. I couldn't leave you Kelly. I couldn't watch you just go like that," said Mike. He kissed the top of her head.

"I was going to leave," said Kelly, moving to look up at Mike.

"What do you mean?" Asked Mike.

"If you were put on a desk job, I was going to ask to leave the Navy. Become a civilian. At least then I could spend time with you," said Kelly.

"You were going to leave for me?" Asked Mike incredulously. Kelly nodded. He hugged her close.

"If that had happened, I would have loved you all the more. But we got our wish; we can serve on the same patrol boat. Do you think we can survive it?" Asked Mike, a smile playing on his lips.

"I don't know. Do you?" Mike lifted Kelly's chin up and kissed her on the lips.

"I think we can."


"And then there was that time you got so plastered that Jackson and I had to carry you back to your room," said Alex, laughing as he remembered some of the things that happened in the Academy. The pair of them were at a local bar, catching up.

"I'm glad you didn't get caught, otherwise I could have found myself out of the Academy," replied Kate, sipping her wine.

"We did get caught. Don't you remember?" Asked Alex, looking confused. Kate shook her head.

"No. I must have blacked out somewhere there," she replied.

"Lieutenant Flynn caught us, and offered to take you back instead. I only remember because a week later, you broke up with me because you said you loved him. I graduated after that," said Alex.

"Wait. Mike caught us? He never mentioned it," said Kate.

"We asked him not to. You weren't in a good place that night Kate, and we knew it would be best for you if you didn't know it was him. We kept your secret for years. I thought now you should know," said Alex simply, sipping his beer.

"So, who's the guy I'm replacing?" He asked, changing the subject.

"Peter Tomaszewski. Shot in the shoulder and chest on one of Hammersley's goodwill missions to the Samaruan Islands. He's waiting for medical clearance to come back, but he's still going to be out of action for a good eight weeks," replied Kate.

"Nice guy?" Asked Alex.

"He's an excellent sailor, obeys the rules to the letter, looks out for his colleagues. You honestly couldn't ask for better."

"What have I got that's different? Maxine originally wanted me for the job of Commander of Hammersley, and then I get a phonecall from her telling me I'm transferred to Hammersley as Bosun. What's the go there?" Asked Alex.

"Mike was originally being transferred to desk duty, and you were to take his position. Then Pete's accident happened, and the decision was made that Mike will stay on as Commander, and you would come on as Bosun to make sure Mike stayed on the straight and narrow," replied Kate.

"And why wouldn't he stay on the straight and narrow?" Queried Alex.

"Because he's in love with his XO, and they've been given special permissions due to a personnel shortage to stay on board despite their current relationship status."

"And what is their relationship status?" Asked Alex.

"They're dating; Mike's going to propose next week."


Leo lay with Rebecca on her hospital bed, stroking back her hair.

"It sucks that they rejected your application for leave," said Bec.

"I know. I'll still email you, and call you whenever I can. Just… don't have the baby until I'm here by your side, okay? I don't want my own personal Swain moment," said Leo, smiling at Bec.

"Well, I'm due to be discharged tomorrow, and Pete is being sent home as well. Would you mind if he stayed at our place for a few weeks?" Leo shook his head.

"That's fine by me; at least you'll have someone there to watch out for you, make sure you're okay," replied Leo. He kissed her gently, and laid a tender hand on her stomach. The baby kicked hard, and Leo grinned; it never ceased to amaze him. He kissed her again.

"Promise me you won't change," he whispered. Bec kissed him back.

"Who said anything about changing? I'm perfect the way I am," she shot back. He smiled at her, and she looked up at him.

"I love you Leo."


Lexie kicked a rock the entire length of her street before she made it to her apartment block. She was furious at what she'd just been put through.

The nerve that they had to think she would betray them all!

She wasn't the only one with access to a phone, and she certainly wasn't the one who had sent the message. There were people on board who knew how to hack machines, how to find their way through devices and fake information.

Even if it was her, she wasn't going to admit it.


Another episode over, and only a few away from the final episode that will tie this altogether! It's fast coming to a close, and I'm debating about whether I should do a seventh season or not – yay or nay team? What do you say?

I'm also writing RUSH fanfic at the moment too, so if you're a RUSH fan, check it out :) that makes three TV shows I'm writing for now? Life is crazy!

Stay tuned for the next episode!

Love you all,

MissShawnaAlice xx