Disclaimer: I don't own the characters of Star Trek or Harry Potter. They belong to J.J Abrams, Gene Roddenberry and J.K Rowling.

Warnings: Slash (male/male pairings), threesome, AU, violence, language, angst, character deaths, psychological/anxiety disorders, sexual situations, etc.

Pairings: Spock/Harry/Kirk, hints of Sulu/Chekov and Scotty/Uhura

83. Orders

It only took a matter of hours to gather all the proper evidence. There was Jim's testimony explaining the events leading up to Tom's death and the task of comparing pictures of Kodos to Karidian. It was gratifying when the results of the comparison came back 97% positive. They even went as far as to dig up audio feed of Kodos' infamous execution speech (Jim flinched slightly at this) and comparing it to audio of Karidian during one of his performances.

It was only when this was all checked and double checked did Jim contact Pike about the situation, sending him all the information he had. It was obvious the Admiral wanted to scold Jim for taking such a risk, but there were much more pressing matters to tend to. After Pike promised to contact them again within the next hour, they had gone back to work trying to keep busy.

But the crew was beginning to sense something was off with their Captain from the way he would twitch and fidget in his seat despite how hard he tried to remain calm. Spock was having better luck in keeping himself in check, but few noted how he would let his eyes wander back to Jim a little more than usual. Harry and McCoy had forced themselves to remain in Sick Bay although Harry did send Teddy to keep Jim company.

The young boy quickly scurried onto the Bridge and immediately climbed into his papa's lap smiling up at him. The bridge crew grinned slightly when Jim visibly relaxed and ruffled sandy brown hair obviously taking comfort in his child's presence. Teddy was often a balm that could sooth his parents after particularly stressful matters many had noticed so it was reassuring to see their captain unwind a bit. And for a while things were normal as the crew continued with their duties while Jim told a few stories to Teddy.

But the peace was broken was Uhura received an incoming message and Jim felt his dread return. Carefully picking up Teddy, Jim stood and ordered the message to be relayed to the nearest conference room. When Uhura turned to perform her task Jim gave the con to Sulu and made his way to the turbo lift, Spock following closely behind. Neither of them said anything as they waited, reaching the appropriate level and stepping off. Setting Teddy down, Jim spoke gently, "Go back to your Dad and tell him we'll be there shortly once we receive our orders from Pike okay?"

Nodding in understanding, Teddy hugged the blond, "It'll be okay Papa."

"I hope so kid," Jim whispered before sending him off. Gathering strength Jim continued his trek Spock remaining at his side to give him moral support. They both knew that this was to be the hardest mission they've ever done and that it would certainly test the limit of Jim's strength not only mentally but emotionally as well. But Spock would not let his T'hy'la endure this alone, he along with McCoy and Harry would be there to help.

Entering the conference room, Jim immediately placed himself before the controls and typed in the appropriate sequence to bring up the transmission. When Pike's face appeared on the screen, the man looked much older; his jaw was set firmly, his lips pressed together tightly, his eyes were drawn and he appeared overall grim. Nodding to the pair he spoke in a professional tone, "After carefully analyzing the evidence you've gathered, myself and the rest of the Admiralty have reached a verdict."

Jim stood a little straight as he questioned, "And that verdict would be?"

"We have voted and agreed that Anton Karidian is in fact Kodos the Executioner." Pike watched as Jim took a deep breath, obviously attempting to gather himself. He realized this was a sensitive matter for the captain and that's why his next orders were going to be the hardest he ever gave Jim. But he had faith that the Enterprise could handle it.

"What is our next course of action sir?" Spock questioned.

"It is by orders of Star Fleet that you are to apprehend the criminal known as Kodos and take him into custody. From there you will shuttle him to the nearest maximum security prison Argos II where he will await trial."

"Anything else Admiral?"

"He must be brought back alive Kirk, do you understand?"

"Crystal sir," Jim replied saluting him. Pike returned the gesture before the transmission was ended. Leaning heavily on the table in front of him, Jim took another deep breath relaxing when he felt a familiar cool hand rest against his back. He had his orders and now he would follow them; not only was this work, but it was personal too. He wasn't about to allow Kodos to escape again, not with so much blood on his hands. Jim could hear the screaming of all those who died on Tarsus IV and they demanded justice, so he would give it to them. One way or another, he would make Kodos pay.

Uploading early cause I'm going to be gone for a week or so. My grandfather passed away today so I'm flying down to Houston this weekend. Wish me luck

~Seth