court martial

[full_of_wrath]

Marcus hasn't arranged for Khan to be present, precisely, but is demanding a series of reports be turned in that afternoon, as well as that they sit down for a briefing. So, when the court martial proceedings run late, it's natural that he slip into the audience to wait them out for his Admiral and captor to be sprung.

He nearly trips down the steps when he sees who's standing up in front of the panel, and reevaluates how exactly this afternoon is going to play out. Khan slinks into one of the chairs adjacent to the aisle, settling down with his long legs stretched out, resplendent in his Starfleet uniform, commanders' insignia and all.

Not quite as highly ranked as Kirk, he notices quickly, even though the man has yet to turn around.

Comments

[kobayashiwhatnow]

Kirk had known Khan was working with Starfleet. With, not for. There's a distinction. Thousands of people work with Starfleet while maintaining their own loyalties.

But when he sees Khan his eyes still widen, his movement still noticeably hesitates.

Pike pulls him into place and he gives his testimony.