“A military officer subject to seventy-two-hour tactical mobilization orders can’t offer a minor a stable home,” Bradley said.

“Judge Margaret Reynolds takes a dim view of temporary caretaking when there’s a permanent home available.”

“My orders are for administrative reserve duty through December,” I said.

“Captain Holt confirmed my emergency leave clearance yesterday morning at the depot.”

“And tomorrow your command could hand you a transport slip to Ramstein,” Bradley said, angling his shoulder toward his office door.

“Don’t go near your parents’ property again without my written consent.”