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bibliodragon ([personal profile] bibliodragon) wrote2011-02-07 12:48 pm

Ficlet: Diplomatic Channels

For [livejournal.com profile] ar_drabbles Power challenge.

Title: Diplomatic Channels
Author: [livejournal.com profile] bibliodragon
Rating: R for Innuendo
Spoilers: None
Word Count: 100


"Is this a military coup?"

"You bet your ass it's a military coup!"

"I think you need to learn to respect the office I hold."

"The office I respect, it's the one doing the holding that's the trouble."

"I don't recall any complaints about my 'holding' before, Admiral."

"You can't evade this situation."

"Gods forbid. I never avoid tackling a situation head on."

"That is something no one could ever accuse you of."

"Hmm, I suppose diplomatic steps must be taken."

"I'm willing to listen to your terms."

"I do have a... firm grip on military assets."

"...Touche, Madame President."