“I came to make sure the history display gets proper representation today.”

Valerie clicked the pen clip twice with her thumb.

“Lieutenant Wyler left three more administrative notes on my desk before eight last night.

He said the school district requires certified documentation for any guest speaker who claims elite qualification status on their form.”

“Wyler can write all the memos he wants,” Vance said, keeping his palm pressed flat on the wood.

“Master Chief Merrick’s reputation is spotless, and her command record is public.