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Return to Havensworth.

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The Briefing Room was almost silent as the team listened to Ros explaining the latest operation. A number of politicians from all over Europe were planning to meet in England in order to discuss Climate Change and the role politicians and individual states may play in addressing it. Ruth handed out A4 copies of maps of the venue, all the while avoiding looking at Harry or other longstanding members of the team. She knew Beth and the others would have no idea why returning to the venue in question would be so difficult for her. She bit her lip as Ros continued to outline the basic operation.

"I can look into that." Catherine suggested as Ruth returned to her seat. Ros folded her arms, raising an eyebrow as Ruth realised she had not been concentrating.

"So, a week from Wednesday we are going to be in charge of security for the UK delegation." Harry stated firmly. "Adam, Zaf I want you to go over security sweeps."

"Ok." Adam frowned, glancing at Ruth. He could see she was visibly upset but was keeping it to herself. Ros and Harry continued to allocate tasks and explain protagonists they had to keep an eye on.

"That old idiot still about? Eli?" Beth pulled a face. "I thought he retired years ago. He's ancient."

"He's my age." Malcolm shot her a look. Dimitri and Will smirked.

"Yes, Eli Peterson is still Israeli Ambassador to the UK. And you and Dimitri are to interview him and liaise with his head of security." Ros stated. "Sorry? Are you lot waiting for the end of lesson bell?" She watched as the team slowly dispersed. She nodded once to Will to follow her before ushering the errant spook out of the Briefing Room. Harry sighed heavily.

"Havensworth." Ruth sighed.

"I know."

"Why there?"

"I don't know the rationale behind the choice." Harry shrugged. "The Italian delegation particularly enjoyed their stay there previously."

Ruth rolled her eyes, remembering the partying from that particular delegation. She bit her lip as he looked at her.

"Too many memories."

"We wont be there this time. Well, you wont be." Harry paused as she held his gaze.

"Why not? You need me there. You know that." Ruth countered.

"You know I do." He held her gaze. "But not just there. We can run things from here this time."

"I hope so." Ruth pushed her chair back before standing. "I hope so."

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a/n do I go on?