Hogan didn't say a word; he stood, took aim, and shot Hochstetter between the eyes, putting an end to this travesty of justice. He lowered his head, if only his fantasy could become reality, it would make things easier, he thought as his anger raged internally. The looks he sent Hochstetter could have killed as easily as a bullet. He'd always known since he found out about the twins that somehow Hochstetter would avoid prison. Granted, he did make a conscious decision to delay sending him to prison for the kids' sake, so in a way he was to blame. He just never thought Hochstetter would gain from the agreement reached in the task-force that Kinch had spearheaded for the US with Britain. It was supposed to be for high value communist targets. Hochstetter was just a low level Gestapo thug.

Kinch shook his head and looked over at Wolfie in surprise. He knew there was someone from the last world war that was going to be covered by this agreement, but had no clue it would be Hochstetter. The kid had kept the secret well hidden and completely fooled him. Had he known who the agreement would benefit, he'd fought harder for more disclosure of those pre-chosen for the policy. He had to give it to Wolfie; he knew how to work the system. Too damn well it appeared. "You and I are going to have a discussion in the near future," Kinch stated dryly looking at Wolfie.

"I know and we'll go through it all," Wolfie answered scanning the room looking for trouble.

"Oh, he's got a lot of explaining to do," Hogan said with a bite to his voice. Wolfie sighed he knew his announcement wasn't going to go over well.

"Everyone has a lot of questions and we'll sort this all out," Angie stated protective of her son. She understood their anger, but she felt immense relief at the turn in events.

"I have my answer now," Hochstetter said addressing Hogan.

"What answer?" came the terse response.

"You were Papa Bear in the war," he couldn't hide the smirk knowing the one piece of information he'd long coveted.

"Cela est aucun de vos affaires fichues!" LeBeau yelled his face turning red in anger.*

"We're on the same side now. Why would it not be my business?"

Hogan didn't answer, just shaking his head disbelievingly. Wolfie had hoped this would go better, but there was more bad blood between these two men than he'd realized. There was no way Hogan wouldn't explode now, but what shape would that explosion take? He took a deep breath and blew it out tentatively.

Lisal watched her uncles and didn't understand what was happening. Uncomfortable air filled the room and not knowing what to do, she just started talking. "I didn't know that your code name was Papa Bear in the war. That fits you so well, since you're always the one taking care of everyone else. That's as cool a code name as Uncle Peter's Nimrod."

Hogan and Hochstetter's heads jerked up, their eyes bulged out as they both asked simultaneously, "YOU'RE NIMROD?" Hearing their mutual words they glanced at each other than stared in disbelief at Newkirk.

"Mon ami, is it true?" LeBeau looked dumbfounded.

Newkirk shrugged and gave them a lopsided smile. The cat was finally out of the bag.

Carter rocked on the balls of his feet, "Yep, our Peter is Nimrod."

"How long have you known about this?" Kinch asked him shaken by the news.

"Since we were back in Stalag 13," Carter answered with a sly grin.

"And you managed to keep it a secret all these years?" LeBeau couldn't believe his ears.

"Papa Bear, Nimrod, British spies, Germany never had a chance. I…I need a drink," Hochstetter said walking over to his liquor cabinet.

"So do I," Hogan said giving Newkirk looks that indicated he had a lot of explaining to do. He followed Hochstetter over to the bar and accepted a drink from him. Neither man said a word to the other, but each took a second glass and downed it.

Hogan's men were bombarding Newkirk with questions, so to get them to stop he thought he'd throw the attention back onto his nephew. "Since we're telling family secrets, isn't there something you need to ask Rob?"

Hogan looked from Newkirk to the younger man. What other bombshells were ready to drop? He didn't know how much more he could handle today.

"Umm…I don't think this is the right time for that," Wolfie blushed slightly. That piqued Hogan's curiosity.

"Why don't you let me be the judge of that?" He asked with a raised eyebrow.

Wolfie looked around at the expectant faces. Some still shown anger and others weren't sure what to imagine. Swallowing hard he started, "I've asked Kat to marry me and we'd like your blessings."

Hogan folded his arms and with his command face masking all emotion asked, "After what you've pulled today. What makes you think you're good enough to marry Katherine?"

"I was just doing my job," he protested then noticed Hogan's face harden slightly. Looking around the room LeBeau crossed his arms; Kinch shook his head no, Carter tilted his head as he put his hands in pocket watching the younger man. Newkirk raised an eye in expectancy. No help would be coming his way. Nervously he continued. "I love Kat. I've always loved her. She's the light of my world and I can't imagine life without her. She brings such joy just being around. I will provide for her and do anything to care for and protect her."

Hogan's stance didn't change as he appeared to be mulling over what he'd been told. He was enjoying making Wolfie squirm. After a couple of moments he broke his silence. "One thing is for certain, she won't go without because you have excellent job skills." Wolfie looked like he nearly stopped breathing waiting for what came next. "We've wondered what took you so long to ask. I'd be honored to have you marry my daughter." Hogan smiled letting him off the hook.

"Wait a minute, Kat is Hogan's daughter?" Hochstetter asked looking horrified. Angie nodded her head in a joyful response.

"Yes, she is," Hogan answered protectively. "What do you know about her?"

"I need another drink," Hochstetter mumbled. The events of the day were spinning faster than he could comprehend. "Wolfie's talked about Kat since the first day we meet. I helped him pick out a hair piece for her once."

"The pearl one she wears all the time?" Hogan asked in disgust. He didn't want Hochstetter near his daughter.

"Ja, I think it was pearl and silver," Hochstetter answered wondering why his son fell in love with Hogan's scion.

"You know what this means don't you?" Carter asked grinning from ear to ear.

"What are you talking about?" Hogan asked him confused.

"Once the kids are married, you and Hochstetter will be forever linked," he laughed as he explained. "The Hogans and Hochstetters will be in-laws."

"Oh…I need another one," Hogan moaned and poured himself a stiff drink. Kinch laughed heartily and shook Wolfie's hand, but his eyes said he wasn't off the hook yet. Everyone started talking at once, questioning Newkirk about being Nimrod, Wolfie about the agreement and what it really meant for Hochstetter.

Angie warily watched the interactions wondering who was going to throw the first punch. A lot had taken place in such a short time and tempers hadn't waned enough for her comfort. Her greatest desires had come true this day, and she couldn't have been happier. But she also knew her closest friends wouldn't be able to just accept the news.

Hogan walked over and stood next to her also looking over the room. He handed her a drink. "Did you know this was in the works?" he asked with his arms folded.

"No, I didn't have a clue until my son explained what he'd done. I didn't even know he knew his father was alive," she replied taking a sip of the scotch.

Hogan quickly went over the highlights of his day, leaving out Braun. He could tell by her expressions, she really didn't know. It was a little scary that his future son-in-law was that good at hiding secrets from loved ones, and he had to wonder what if anything Kat knew about this trip. "What do you think of them marrying?"

"Tiger and I spoke about it last week; we thought the same thing, what was taking them so long? I have to wonder if having Wolfgang sign the agreement wasn't part of it. Then he could have his entire family at the wedding," Angie answered leaning against the wall.

"Now he has to explain to Kat about his dad. I'll tell you, I don't want Hochstetter near her," Hogan said shaking his head. He knew that was a lost cause but he didn't have to like it.

"Oh trust me, Kat already knows all about Wolfgang. They have no secrets between them," Angie answered shocking Hogan.

"You think he told her when he never said a word to any of us?" Hogan asked shaking his head in disbelief.

"He had to have someone to talk to and we weren't it. I'm sure she helped plan all of this. Who else would he have turned too? It wasn't anyone in this room," Angie responded waving her hand to include all the occupants of the house.

"It's a bit scary thinking about what they may know and how they kept us out of the loop," Hogan said downing the last of his drink. Angie nodded her head in agreement watching Lisal give her brother a hug.

Hochstetter walked over to where the two were standing, "Hogan, I don't know what the future will bring or how things will work out. But I do owe you for taking care of my family. Thank you," he offered his hand and Hogan hesitated before he shook it.

"I don't know what the future holds either. However, if any harm comes to any of them…" Hogan didn't verbalize the rest of the threat.

"You have nothing to worry about; I would never harm any of my family." Hochstetter put an arm around Angie. "Liebchen, what would you like to do now?"

"Rob, please take everyone back to town." Angie turned looked into Hochstetter's eyes as she answered him. "We're going to stay out here tonight. Tomorrow, we'll all meet up for lunch." Hochstetter grinned then kissed her.

Hogan rolled his eyes. He knew there was nothing else to be done here and ordered everyone back to town. He wanted to have a long talk with Wolfie and Newkirk aka Nimrod. Those two had a lot of questions to answer. As he ushered everyone out the door he was the last to exit he said to Angie, "If you need anything."

"I know who to call. Don't worry, I'll be fine," she squeezed his hand in appreciation. "We'll be fine," she corrected glowingly putting her arm around Wolfgang's waist.

Hogan shook his head as he walked to the car. He'd never understand how anyone could love Hochstetter.

Three days later, Hochstetter and Angie were at the airport seeing everyone off. She'd decided to stay in Switzerland for a while longer and not return to London with her children and all their uncles.

Before he boarded the plane, Newkirk motioned for Hochstetter to separate from the group. "I have one thing to say to you. Only heaven knows how you stole Angie's heart, but if you ever hurt her in any way you'll be facing me. And I won't give a damn whose protective order you're under," he said with icy seriousness.

"I know you've been friends all your lives, but you have to realize that I love her with all my soul. I will never cause her pain and I'll care for her with the same tenacity you have. We are in agreement, she deserves all her heart desires," Hochstetter answered. He wasn't angry as he knew that he'd stolen Angie away from him years ago.

Newkirk boarded the plane still wondering how Hochstetter was so damned lucky. He avoided all prosecution and was going to walk into the sunset with the lady he loved.

The End

*That's none of your business!

I want to thank Waikiki, ColHogan, and El Gringo Loco for helping to make this story possible.