Chapter 21
Suite 1493
Ritz Carlton Hotel
Pensacola, Florida
AJ was sat on the edge of the bed, slowly caressing the lotion into Sarah's smooth back. Every once in a while she would sigh in pleasure. His hands were so strong and sure on her…it felt so good! He was just over two-thirds of the way through the forty-seven minute back rub, when after one such sigh, AJ asked, "Does this feel good, Sarah?"
"Oh, yes! So very good!"
"So, what do you want to do after lunch?" he asked trying to keep his mind off of the fact that his hands only had to move the slightest little bit and he would be touching her breasts.
"All I know, is that if we were really married, I would be turning over right now…" she sighed.
Shaken by this admission, AJ tried not to groan aloud. "Oh, Sarah, if we were really married, I would be helping you to turn over!"
Desire for him, clouding her mind, she nonetheless began to roll over, ready to offer herself to him, no longer caring about the regulations that had kept her from doing so for so long.
AJ, realizing what she was about to do, leapt to his feet and hurried to the bathroom. He could not let her see how much he wanted her! Duty was a cruel mistress at times!
JAG Headquarters
Falls Church, Virginia
In the Courtroom, Admiral Morris was sitting the bench, while Sturgis was the defense attorney for Private Glen Williams who was charged with DUI. Lieutenant Bradford was prosecuting attorney in Commander Rabb's place, and the trial had already started. The first witness was on the stand when Harm came dashing into the doors slowing only at a look from Admiral Morris. Going to Lieutenant Bradford who was standing and questioning the witness, Harm tugged on his sleeve. The Lieutenant frowned and tried to continue.
"Commander, do you need something in my courtroom?" asked Admiral Morris.
Sturgis grinned and leaned back waiting to see what Harm would do next. This was a simple DUI charge and Private Williams believed himself to be innocent. He only wanted his day in court and a chance to prove it. Something was going on with Harm that had nothing to do with this case.
"Yes, Sir, Admiral, you see, this was my case and I just thought of something that the Lieutenant needs to know," advised Harm.
"How long has the Lieutenant been preparing for the case?" frowned Admiral Morris.
"Excuse me, Sir, but I am prepared and ready to go forward," came a reply from Lieutenant Bradford.
"Then I see no problem here, Commander, you may be excused."
"Ask for a recess," whispered Harm.
"No, Sir, I am ready," whispered the Lieutenant.
"Lieutenant, you are bordering on insubordination," whispered Harm."
"Gentlemen, enough! Commander, leave the courtroom, now. You're out of order," Admiral Morris raised his voice, as he glared at Harm.
"Sir, I really need to speak with the Lieutenant," insisted Harm.
"One more word, Commander, and I'll be forced to fine you," warned Admiral Morris.
"But Sir, You don't underst..."
"That's it, Commander! I fine you $500.00 for being in contempt in my court," yelled Admiral Morris. "One more word and I'll see you do brig time. Have I made myself clear? Now leave-and don't open your mouth."
Harm left.
Suite 1493
Ritz Carlton Hotel
Pensacola, Florida
AJ came out of the bathroom as Mac was taking delivery from room service with their lunches. "I think I'll call Harm and see how things are going. I'll be just a minute, Sarah."
"Tell him hello from me," she smiled.
"Will do," grinned AJ.
"Admiral Chegwidden's office, Petty Officer Coates, speaking," came the voice from the other end.
"Coates, Chegwidden here. Let me talk to Commander Rabb."
"I'm sorry, Admiral, but the Commander is in court right now."
"What's the Commander doing in court? Never mind, put me through to the Lieutenant Robets."
"Lieutenant Roberts, it's the Admiral on line two. He wants to speak to you," came Jen's voice over the intercom.
"Hello, Sir. Did you need something, Sir?"
"Yes, Lieutenant, I called to see how things were going, and find my acting JAG in court," growled AJ. "What the hell is going on?"
To be continued….