For information see Pt 1

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1100 Zulu

Fall's Church, VA

JAG Headquarters

Office of Rear Admiral (Upper Half) AJ Chegwidden



Harm entered the office. He was always slightly intimidated by the Admiral and his office.

"You requested to see me, Commander?" The Admiral sounded stern, but Harm knew that was just his business voice.

"Yes, sir. I believe that there is more to the Coates case then at first glance. I would like to conduct an investigation aboard the USS Essex to see what we may be able to dig up."

"Who is this 'we', Commander?"

"Well, myself and Bud of course, and P.O. Coates' defense counsel." Harm trailed off.

"Who is the P.O.'s counsel?"

"Sarah MacKenzie and Jason Tiner of MacKenzie, Luther, and Rasch"

"Sarah MacKenzie?"

"Yes, sir. Do you know her?"

"I've known her since she was a teenager. She lived with her uncle. Matthew O'Hara and I have been friends for ages. She was always a tough girl. You have your work cut out for you."

"Sir?"

"Any other lawyer and I would say that all bets would be on you, but Sarah MacKenzie is one of the most brilliant litigators that I have ever seen. Let me guess. She insisted on being a part of this?"

"Yes, Sir. She was most insistent."

"I thought so. Well, she's definitely going to be a help on this case."

"Sir, are you sure this if wise? I mean, even simple investigations can take a turn for the worse. She could be put into danger."

"Commander, her uncle is a Marine. Her whole childhood was practically basic training. She could kick you six through the wall without even breaking a sweat. You will inform Ms. MacKenzie that you and Lt. Roberts leave in two days at 0700. Dismissed."

"Aye, Aye Sir."

Harm left the office thinking that there was more to this woman than meets the eye.

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(AN: Just if you couldn't tell, this is not the world of JAG that we see every week. Something has changed. Have faith, all will work out. Reviews Please)