He tapped the second sheet on the right.

“The second form starts nonjudicial administrative discipline, meaning an immediate reduction in rank to private and ninety days of remedial duty,” General Vance said.

General Vance turned toward me and set both hands flat on the desk next to the papers.

“Lieutenant Colonel Miller,” General Vance said quietly.

“Sir,” I answered, bringing my arms down sharply to my sides.

“This Marine’s conduct is a serious breach of protocol during an active evaluation window,” General Vance said.

“What he did falls directly under your authority as lead inspector.”