"No one is actually dead until the ripples they cause in the world die away." Terry Pratchett

As news of Admiral Harrington's crimes reach Earth, Harrington and family depart the station uncertain of what the future might hold. Arrested, and charge with crimes against the Federation, Star Fleet plans to make an example of Neil Harrington. With no chance of getting off, hope comes in the form of Neil's father.

However everything comes with a cost, and Harrington's life and career will forever be changed.